International Overdose Awareness Day: A time to remember, a time to act
August 31, 2018 Addictions and Mental Health Ontario (AMHO) and our 220 members from across Ontario join organizations, individuals and communities across the world to recognize International Overdose Awareness Day. International Overdose Awareness Day is an annual...
AMHO announces Adrienne Spafford as new CEO
July 24, 2018 The Board of Directors of Addictions and Mental Health Ontario (AMHO) is pleased to announce Adrienne Spafford as its incoming Chief Executive Officer as of October 1, 2018. A seasoned healthcare leader that has held senior roles in both government and...
AMHO welcomes Premier Doug Ford and his new cabinet
(TORONTO, June 29, 2018) Addictions and Mental Health Ontario (AMHO) welcomes the 26th Premier Doug Ford and looks forward to working with him, his new cabinet and all MPPs to advance addiction and mental health care. “We are encouraged to see many advocates and...
With cannabis sales set for October 17, we need to put health first
June 27, 2018 Last week, the Senate of Canada voted to pass Bill C-45, legalizing recreational cannabis. It can be sold legally beginning October 17, 2018. The rules vary slightly in each province, but in Ontario the legal age of consumption is 19+. There will be a...