In partnership with the Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario Division, the Skills Bridge webinar on “Developing an Equitable Engagement Strategy” will provide an overview of how organizations and businesses can develop engagement strategies that are reflective and responsive to diverse community needs.

Participants will explore why meaningful engagement is critical to building trust, improving service outcomes, and fostering inclusive environments that reflect the lived realities of the communities they serve.

The session will highlight best practices and case studies rooted in social justice education, 2SLGBTQ+ inclusion, and equity-based placemaking, demonstrating how inclusive engagement can lead to more innovative, strategic, and sustainable organizational impact.

About the Canadian Mental Health Association

Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario is a not-for-profit, charitable organization funded by the provincial government. We work to improve the lives of all Ontarians through leadership, collaboration and continual pursuit of excellence in community-based mental health and addictions services. Our vision is a society that embraces and invests in the mental health of all people. We are a trusted advisor to government, contributing to health systems development through policy formulation and recommendations that promote positive mental health.

About the Ontario Chamber of Commerce

The Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) is the indispensable partner of business and Canada’s largest, most influential provincial chamber. It is an independent, non-profit advocacy and member services organization representing a diverse network of 60,000 members. The OCC convenes, mobilizes and empowers businesses and local chambers in pursuit of its purpose: to bring inclusive and sustainable prosperity to Ontario’s businesses, employees, and communities. Learn more about the OCC.