The Northern Maternal Child Network (NMCN) aims to create an integrated system of care and thereby transform the delivery of care, and outcomes, across the maternal and child health continuum of the Northern Region.
To improve health outcomes of the maternal-child population living in Northern Ontario.
To work collaboratively, as a Northern region and with provincial partners, to build a well-informed,
integrated system of services across the maternal-child continuum.
The NMCN is proud to introduce its first Strategic Plan, a roadmap that outlines our vision and long-term goals. This plan is the product of meaningful collaboration and input from northern partners, NMCN committee members, and patients. It reflects a shared commitment to addressing the unique needs of Northern partners with the ultimate goal to enhancing care for patients and families.
Coming SoonAt the Northern Maternal Child Network (NMCN), our work is grounded in a set of core values that guide our decision-making, relationships, and actions. These values reflect our commitment to advancing equitable, high-quality maternal-child health services across Northern Ontario. They serve as the foundation for how we collaborate, lead, and advocate for the communities we serve.
We advocate for equitable access to maternal – child health services in Northern Ontario.
We lead the coordination of knowledge translation, engagement, and advocacy of maternal-child health services in Northern Ontario.
We ensure inclusion and diversity is incorporated in all aspects of the network.
We act openly, share information broadly, and in a timely manner.
We lead the coordination of knowledge translation, engagement, and advocacy of maternal-child health services in Northern Ontario
We keep the patient and family at the centre of all we do.
We foster respectful, trusting partnerships with open communication and diverse perspectives to drive innovation, improveoutcomes, and create meaningful impact in maternal-child health services acrossnorthern Ontario.
Established in 2021 and funded by the Ministry of Health, the Northern Maternal Child Network (NMCN) has developed an operational structure designed to evolve alongside the network’s growth. Its committees reflect the diversity of the region, with representation from both community and institutional settings, various professional disciplines, and geographic areas spanning northeastern and northwestern Ontario. To further support collaboration and the standardization of care practices, the network has also established Communities of Practice.
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Additional InformationThe success of the NMCN relies on cross-sectoral and multidisciplinary collaboration. We welcome all individuals and organizations to commit to being a network partner. The benefits to becoming a network partner include:
Influence public policy and planning.
Collective advocacy for equitable access to health resources within the North.
Access to a centralized point for information regarding best practice, tools, guidelines, and events.
Share information across organizations and sectors.
Be part of an integrated family-centred network.
Improve health outcomes for our maternal-child populations within the North.
Customize your level of participation.
No cost associated for our maternal-child populations within the North.Commitment to working collaboratively
If you have any questions regarding the NMCN, or would like to join, contact us!
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