Best Practice Spotlight Organization RFP Information Session: MHSU Specialty

September 9, 2025

This 90-minute webinar is intended for Ontario service and academic organization leaders to understand the Best Practice Spotlight Organization® (BPSO®) designation program, the process for becoming a BPSO, and hearing from current BPSOs about the impact of implementing RNAO's best practice guidelines. This information session is a follow-up from the BPSO RFP Information session which took place on Aug. 19, specifically for organizations that are interested in the RNAO’s Mental Health and Substance Use (MHSU) BPSO specialty program. 

By watching this webinar, participants will be able to:

  • gain a better of understanding of the BPSO designation program and the MHSU specialty program
  • understand the eligibility requirements for organizations interested in applying for BPSO designation
  • identify the impacts of BPSO as described by BPSO leaders
  • review the pre-designation BPSO deliverables
  • discuss the application process and related timelines
  • identify the supports provided by RNAO
  • ask questions and participate in the discussion

Presenters and credentials:

  • Dr. Michelle Rey, BScH, MSc, PhD, director at International Affairs and Best Practice Guidelines (IABPG) Centre, RNAO
  • Sabrina Merali, RN, MN, HBHSc, program manager at RNAO's Mental Health & Substance Use program
  • May Tao, RN, BScN, MSN, CCHN (C), health promotion specialist, BPSO Coordinator, Toronto Public Health
  • Seharish Jindani, RN, BScN, MPH, advance practice clinical lead, CAMH
  • Sarah Anderson, RN, BScN, MN, director of nursing, Interim Chief Nursing Executive, Royal Ottawa Mental Health

For additional information, please contact the Mental Health and Substance Use program at [email protected]

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Dr. Michelle Rey
Sabrina Merali
May Tao
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