Name
Equity in Action – Advocating for Intensive Services for Francophone Youth
Date & Time
Monday, November 17, 2025, 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Speakers
Jennifer Mitchell-Paquette - Valoris
Linda Desbiens - North Eastern Ontario Family and Children’s Services (NEOFACS) | Services à la famille et à l’enfance du Nord-Est de l’Ontario (NEOFACS)
Catherine Dupont - Valoris for Children and Adults of Prescott-Russell | Valoris pour enfants et adultes de Prescott-Russell
Linda Desbiens - North Eastern Ontario Family and Children’s Services (NEOFACS) | Services à la famille et à l’enfance du Nord-Est de l’Ontario (NEOFACS)
Catherine Dupont - Valoris for Children and Adults of Prescott-Russell | Valoris pour enfants et adultes de Prescott-Russell
Description
This interactive workshop explores the unique challenges faced by Francophone children and youth in Ontario in accessing mental health services, with a focus on intensive and live-in treatment. Participants will hear from Francophone leaders in the sector, examine current system gaps, and collaborate on actionable recommendations to inform the OITP transformation. Through dialogue and shared expertise, the session aims to advance equitable, culturally, and linguistically appropriate care for Francophone communities.
Location Name
Governor General II
Full Address
The Westin Ottawa
11 Colonel By Drive
Ottawa ON K1N 9J1
Canada
11 Colonel By Drive
Ottawa ON K1N 9J1
Canada