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OPDI NewsToGo Issue #294 - January 27, 2012
1. Ontario Announces Health Care Reforms
Deb Matthews, the Minister of Health and Long-Term Care delivered an important speech on Monday, January 30th to a business audience in Toronto. The MOHLTC website has a webpage devoted to the specifics of the health strategy:
http://www.health.gov.on.ca/en/news/release/2012/jan/nr_20120130_1.aspx
The slide presentation used with the speech is also attached:
http://www.health.gov.on.ca/en/ms/ecfa/healthy_change/docs/speech_slides_20120130.pdf
We have media reaction from two sources:
2. Commission for the Review of Social Assistance in Ontario (update)
The Commission for the Review of Social Assistance in Ontario is expected to release an Options Paper in early February 2012 with options for reforming Ontario Works (OW) and the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP), followed by a very short period for public response and feedback. The options could have far-reaching implications for people on low incomes. The Income Security Advocacy Centre (ISAC) and other partners have collaborated on a Toolkit to encourage individuals and organizations to lobby MPPs on improving social assistance. We have attached the Toolkit for your information.
3. Globe and Mail Continues Extended Look at Mental Health
Two feature articles assess the effect of stigma when families self-disclose a mental health diagnosis for a member:
Workplace discrimination is discussed here:
4. 23,000 Ontarians to get Help to Stop Smoking
The Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care will partner with CAMH to provide this target population with the means to stop smoking. For more information on the strategy and how to get help, please visit the Ministry’s press release webpage:
http://www.health.gov.on.ca/en/news/release/2012/jan/nr_20120118_1.aspx
5. Ontario Estimates Federal Omnibus Crime Bill Will Cost $1 Billion
The Ontario Minister of Community and Social Services is quoted as saying that would be the amount needed to cover the anticipated increase in inmates, which would necessitate building a new prison facility:
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/story/2012/01/23/ontario-federal-crime-bill.html
6. The Dream Team Challenges City of Toronto Group Home Bylaws
This could be a pivotal legal landmark for not just this municipality but for all of Ontario and Canada, according to housing advocate Michael Shapcott:
7. WRAP Training in Hamilton
Please refer to the attached flyer for more information for this opportunity partnered by MHRC, St. Joe’s, Oak Centre, and CS Initiative Niagara.
small_wrap_flyer_feb_march_final.pdf
8. “Living Your Rights – Community Treatment Orders”
The next session of this collaboration between the Central LHIN Consumer/Survivor Network and the PPAO is an education session taking place Thursday, February 2, 2012. We have attached the poster for your information.
Flyer_Living_Your_Rights_Feb_2012.pdf
9. Will Redefining Autism Affect Eligibility for Ontario Services?
One of the implications of the upcoming revised DSM-V manual of psychiatric diagnoses is that it could change the criteria for some definitions. Parents and clinicians working with individuals with autism disagree in this story of whether that will impact on care:
10. Harm Reduction Workshop (Toronto) (repeat)
This two-day workshop is organized by Toronto Public Health Sexual Health Promoters and community partners and is designed for people who work with people who use drugs.
The main focus of the workshop is to raise awareness about:
Safer drug use and risk reduction to prevent the transmission of HIV, Hepatitis C and other infections; strategies to reduce the stigma and barriers experienced by people using drugs that prevent them from accessing equitable services; and the policies and politics that affect the lives of people who use drugs and their communities.
Dates and Locations:
February 8-9 at Metro Hall (8th Rm. 310, 9th Rm. 314)
February 29/March 1 at 25 Cecil Street (free parking in rear)
April 4-5 (Metro Hall, Rm. 314)
May 9-10 (Metro Hall, 9th Rm. 314, 10th Rm. 310)
June 13-14/September 5-6/October 17-18/November 14-15 (Metro Hall, Rm. 314)
While these workshops are free, no food or drinks are provided. They take place from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm.
11. Mental Health Commission of Canada Seeks Awards Winners
The Mental Health Commission of Canada is accepting nominations for the 5th Anniversary National Mental Health Awards. Programs, projects and initiatives that influence the mental health system are being recognized; criteria for leadership, creativity, and advancing national understanding of mental health issues are the criteria being sought.
The deadline to apply is February 16, 2012. For more information, please visit:
http://www.mentalhealthcommission.ca/English/Pages/Awards_landing-Eng.aspx
12. Zyprexa Class Settlement Monies, ODSP, and the MCSS Response
It has recently come to our attention that the monies from the class-action Zyprexa lawsuit have started flowing out to consumers. For those who may recall, the Schizophrenia Society of Ontario wrote to the Minister of Community and Social Services last year to receive clarification on whether such lump sum payments would be clawed back from ODSP recipients. The answer is, thankfully no. We have attached the correspondence for your reference.
MCSS_response_Zyprexa_class_action.pdf
13. OPDI Address Change
As we are no longer forwarding mail from our previous address as of this week, please note our permanent address effective immediately:
720 Bathurst Street,
Desk 200 @ Centre for Social Innovation Annex
Toronto, ON M5S 2R4
Tel. 416 484-8785
Toll free 1 866 681-6661
Fax 416 484-9669
Facebook: Ontario Peer Development Initiative
Twitter: OPDI
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NewsToGo is OPDI’s e-mail update providing timely and meaningful information to its stakeholders. The ideas expressed are those of the individual contributors and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of OPDI. We welcome your submissions; please direct them to (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). Preference will be given to material which directly relates to OPDI member affiliates and issues of concern to consumer/survivors throughout Ontario. We reserve the right to edit the length and style of all materials submitted. The current and back issues of NewsToGo can be found at http://www.opdi.org.
OPDI NewsToGo Issue #293 - January 13, 2012
1. Police and Mental Health in the News
The Globe and Mail has been running a series of features dealing with how police are being trained to deal with persons in crisis. The links to the articles are as follows:
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/one-mans-emergency-response-experiences/article2298304/
One possible reason for the Globe and Mail to target this subject has been a series of altercations involving police intervention in which someone identified as having mental health issues did not survive. The latest one took place in Montreal and the client was part of the Mental Health Commission of Canada’s “Chez Soi/At Home” project:
For a PEI perspective on how police can be better trained to deal with such situations, the CBC website has this story:
2. ONN Webinar: Understanding the New Ontario Not-For-Profit Corporations Act (ONCA) (repeat)
The Ontario Not-For-Profit Corporations Act (ONCA) is due to be proclaimed in the fall of 2012. Many organizations however, will have great difficulty using the Act and face the risk of it destabilizing the governance mechanisms of their organizations. ONN (Ontario NonProfit Network) has submitted its proposed amendments. Please view this hyperlink:
http://ontariononprofitnetwork.onefireplace.org/Resources/Documents/ONCA%20Amendments.pdf
In the meantime, ONN is holding a webinar on the ONCA to help you better understand the basic features of the Act, and how it will affect your organization, both with and without our proposed amendments. These sessions will provide you with a sufficient overview to begin transition planning.
This webinar series will be hosted by the ONN and presented by ONN Policy Advisor, Lynn Eakin. This information is best suited for Executive Directors, Board Presidents, Treasurers and Secretaries but all are welcome to join. Spaces will be limited. Registration begins January 3.
Dates
January 24 - 12pm-1:30
February 13 - 12pm-1:30
March 12 – 12pm-1:30
Cost
$60 - General
$30 - ONN Supporters (To become an ONN Supporter, visit this link:
http://ontariononprofitnetwork.onefireplace.org/supporter
3. Mental Health Commission of Canada Knowledge Exchange Centre/Internship
This addition to the MHCC website has recently been updated:
https://kec.mentalhealthcommission.ca/
The Commission is also broadcasting for applicants to participate in a nine-month internship for those interested in knowing more and implementing knowledge exchange in mental health and addictions. The deadline to apply is February 24th and application information is available here:
http://www.mentalhealthcommission.ca/English/Pages/Spark_Institite.aspx
4. “At Home/Chez Soi” MHCC Project Feature
The Canadian Press did a comprehensive story on the largest homelessness initiative in Canada over the holidays:
5. Safe Injection Sites (3 Updates)
The Globe and Mail reviews the Supreme Court decision that ruled in favour of Insite, and argues that the four pillars of substance abuse – treatment, prevention, enforcement, and harm reduction deserve equality:
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/small-town-forces-use-online-training-to-guide-front-line-officers/article2298305/
British Columbia is considering more safe injection sites at several of its clinics:
Toronto police have expressed their discomfort with this approach according to this study reported in the media:
6. Harm Reduction Workshop (Toronto)
This two-day workshop is organized by Toronto Public Health Sexual Health Promoters and community partners and is designed for people who work with people who use drugs.
The main focus of the workshop is to raise awareness about:
Safer drug use and risk reduction to prevent the transmission of HIV, Hepatitis C and other infections; strategies to reduce the stigma and barriers experienced by people using drugs that prevent them from accessing equitable services; and the policies and politics that affect the lives of people who use drugs and their communities.
Dates and Locations:
February 8-9 at Metro Hall (8th Rm. 310, 9th Rm. 314)
February 29/March 1 at 25 Cecil Street (free parking in rear)
April 4-5 (Metro Hall, Rm. 314)
May 9-10 (Metro Hall, 9th Rm. 314, 10th Rm. 310)
June 13-14/September 5-6/October 17-18/November 14-15 (Metro Hall, Rm. 314)
While these workshops are free, no food or drinks are provided. They take place from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm.
7. SAMHSA Defines Recovery
The mainstream media is catching on to the idea of recovery in mental health, as this story about the American Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration shows:
http://www.latimes.com/health/boostershots/la-heb-recovery-20111222,0,3801259.story
8. Microloans for Consumer/Survivors to Help Start Micro Businesses
Carol Goar of the Toronto Star profiles this innovative collaboration between CAMH and the Rotman School of Business at the University of Toronto:
http://www.thestar.com/article/1113627—goar-micro-loans-unlock-trap-of-mental-illness
9. Intrepid ODSP Recipient Begins Charter Challenge
This news story reveals how by not reporting his income, an ODSP recipient hopes eventually to challenge the constitutionality of the ODSP program:
http://www.standard-freeholder.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=3425328
10. Stigma and Mental Health
The Globe and Mail has an extensive write-up on this topic and promises more articles:
11. OPDI Address Change
As we are no longer forwarding mail from our previous address as of this week, please note our permanent address effective immediately:
720 Bathurst Street,
Desk 200 @ Centre for Social Innovation Annex
Toronto, ON M5S 2R4
Tel. 416 484-8785
Toll free 1 866 681-6661
Fax 416 484-9669
Facebook: Ontario Peer Development Initiative
Twitter: OPDI
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The Staff of OPDI
NewsToGo is OPDI’s e-mail update providing timely and meaningful information to its stakeholders. The ideas expressed are those of the individual contributors and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of OPDI. We welcome your submissions; please direct them to (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). Preference will be given to material which directly relates to OPDI member affiliates and issues of concern to consumer/survivors throughout Ontario. We reserve the right to edit the length and style of all materials submitted. The current and back issues of NewsToGo can be found at http://www.opdi.org.
OPDI NewToGo Issue #292 - December 23, 2011
1. Concerns About Crime Omnibus Bill Highlighted
This profile of a retired Department of Justice adviser and former Conservative MP shows a disconnect between best practices and future legislation:
Hearings on the Bill are scheduled in the Senate in the New Year.
In a related story, there are concerns about the undocumented costs once these laws are enacted:
There are also suggestions that with harsher compulsory sentencing more cases will go to trial. Furthermore there will be more Charter of Rights and Freedoms challenges by lawyers, especially on behalf of clients with mental health and addiction issues which will further tie up the courts:
2. ONN Webinar: Understanding the New Ontario Not-For-Profit Corporations Act (ONCA)
The Ontario Not-For-Profit Corporations Act (ONCA) is due to be proclaimed in the fall of 2012. Many organizations however, will have great difficulty using the Act and face the risk of it destabilizing the governance mechanisms of their organizations. ONN (Ontario NonProfit Network) has submitted its proposed amendments. Please view this hyperlink:
http://ontariononprofitnetwork.onefireplace.org/Resources/Documents/ONCA%20Amendments.pdf
In the meantime, ONN is holding a webinar on the ONCA to help you better understand the basic features of the Act, and how it will affect your organization, both with and without our proposed amendments. These sessions will provide you with a sufficient overview to begin transition planning.
This webinar series will be hosted by the ONN and presented by ONN Policy Advisor, Lynn Eakin. This information is best suited for Executive Directors, Board Presidents, Treasurers and Secretaries but all are welcome to join. Spaces will be limited. Registration begins January 3.
Dates
January 24 - 12pm-1:30
February 13 - 12pm-1:30
March 12 – 12pm-1:30
Cost
$60 - General
$30 - ONN Supporters (To become an ONN Supporter, visit this link:
http://ontariononprofitnetwork.onefireplace.org/supporter
3. Profiling Peer Support in Mental Health and Addictions
The New York Times does an intense profile of a recovering substance user who provides peer support to others:
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/12/20/health/20lives.html?_r=1
4. “At Home/Chez Soi” MHCC Project Feature
The Canadian Press did a comprehensive story on the largest homelessness initiative in Canada over the holidays:
5. Copeland Center (WRAP) Issues Position Paper on Seclusion, Restraints, Force and Coercion
This position paper calls for the total elimination of these tactics and suggests a cultural change that uses peer support and WRAP instead:
http://copelandcenter.com/files/2011/09/Final_draft_of_position_paper_October_2011_for_Katie.pdf
6. Ontario Drug Treatment Funding Program Ontario Systems Projects Newsletter
This is the debut of a quarterly newsletter about the 13 funded projects here in Ontario – part of a federally-funded pan-provincial project to document best outcomes in substance use care. We have attached a link to the newsletter:
http://us2.campaign-archive1.com/?u=139298292eb07b4d94f3d7768&id=f5d1f9de1f&e=b946222cf5
For more information about the Drug Treatment Funding Program Ontario Systems Projects, visit http://ontariodtfp.wordpress.com/
Recently, a workshop on evaluation was held by the DTFP. PowerPoint presentations from this workshop are now available (please see the last two presentations on the right hand side of the website menu).
7. Skills for Health Promotion: An Introductory-level Workshop
The Health Communication Unit and Public Health Ontario are pleased to offer the popular Skills for Health Promotion workshop in partnership with Toronto Public Health.
Where: Metro Hall, 200 Wellington Street West, Toronto, M5V 3C7.
When: January 16 and 17, 2012 from 9:00 – 4:00.
To register, please follow this link: http://skillsforhealthpromotiontoronto.eventbrite.com/
Participants can register for one or both days. Cost is free.
8. Presentations from Recent INTAR Conference
Brian McKinnon has shared that most of the slides from the November 3-4 conference (“Challenging our Understanding of Psychosis and Exploring Alternatives for Recovery”) are available here:
http://understandingpsychosisexploringalternatives.wordpress.com/presentations/
If you want to check the reference material for Will Hall’s presentation then download the Harm Reduction Guide to Coming Off Psychiatric Drugs at:
http://willhall.net/comingoffmeds/
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NewsToGo is OPDI’s e-mail update providing timely and meaningful information to its stakeholders. The ideas expressed are those of the individual contributors and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of OPDI. We welcome your submissions; please direct them to (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). Preference will be given to material which directly relates to OPDI member affiliates and issues of concern to consumer/survivors throughout Ontario. We reserve the right to edit the length and style of all materials submitted. The current and back issues of NewsToGo can be found at http://www.opdi.org.
OPDI NewsToGo Issue #291 - December 9, 2011
1. Federal Omnibus Crime Bill Passed
This controversial and wide-ranging bill has been passed. The latest version of the legislation and media coverage can be found here:
http://www.parl.gc.ca/HousePublications/Publication.aspx?Language=E&Mode=1&DocId=5303962
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/story/2011/12/05/pol-crime-bill.html
2. Ontario Anti-Bullying Legislation Introduced
We have the official press release from Queen’s Park and accompanying media coverage:
http://news.ontario.ca/edu/en/2011/12/more-support-for-bullied-students.html
http://www.thestar.com/news/article/1094683
3. Court Decision on Child Support Affects ODSP Eligibility (from ISAC)
A recent court decision has determined that adult children with disabilities whose parents are receiving child support should not have the child support counted as income for the purposes of eligibility for ODSP.
Consequently, there will be some people who were not previously eligible for ODSP who will become eligible, and others whose benefits should stop being reduced by the amount of the child support.
There may be new reporting requirements to go along with any changed policies. We have enclosed an English-language factsheet; bilingual versions will be made available at the Income Security Advocacy Centre website at:
http://www.incomesecurity.org/
4. PPAO 2010 Annual Report Released
The Psychiatric Patient Advocate Office has released its annual report. We have enclosed a copy; it is also available online at:
http://www.sse.gov.on.ca/mohltc/PPAO/en/Documents/2010%20PPAO%20Annual%20Report%20%20.pdf
2010_Annual_Report_PPAO___Signed_Off_For_Distribution.pdf
5. Homecoming Coalition Resource
Thanks to PSR Canada, NewsToGo learned of a recently released report by the Homecoming Community Choice Coalition, which advocates on behalf of supportive housing and community inclusion. The publication “Beyond the Backyard Fence” is a “how-to” guide for service providers in developing and maintaining good relationships with neighbours and the community. It can be downloaded at:
http://www.homecomingcoalition.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/HCBeyondLR-final1.pdf
6. Canadian Harm Reduction Network Special Event in Toronto
This timely lunch hour seminar speaks directly to the federal omnibus crime bill.
Speaker: Professor Ernie Drucker, Professor Emeritus and former Director of Public Health and Policy Research, Montefiore Medical Center and Albert Einstein College of Medicine, New York, Adjunct Professor of Epidemiology, Columbia University and Scholar in Residence, John Jay College of Criminal Justice
Topic: A Plague of Prisons: Lessons for Canada from the US Experience
Time: Friday December 09, 2011, 12-2pm
Place: Ericson Seminar Room
Centre for Criminology and Sociolegal Studies
14 Queen’s Park Crescent W, 2nd floor
7. CAST Canada Workshops
Cast Canada has several workshops in the New Year. For more information, please refer to their website:
8. MHCC Seeks Schools’ Input on Student Mental Health Needs
The Mental Health Commission of Canada is gathering from school boards a census of students’ mental health needs. For more information on this project, please refer to:
http://www.mentalhealthcommission.ca/English/Pages/Canadian_schools_eng.aspx
9. Post-Secondary Students At Risk for Suicide and Mental Health Issues
This article documents the unprecedented level of anxiety and other mental health issues that post-secondary students face:
http://www.thestar.com/news/article/1094018—student-stress-battering-the-ivory-tower?bn=1
10. EENet (Evidence Exchange Network) News Features Research Snapshot
The Evidence Exchange Network (EENet; formerly OMHAKEN) actively promotes the use of research evidence in decision-making by providing an infrastructure to connect research to mental health and addictions research stakeholders across Ontario, developing targeted KT products and tools and supporting interactive exchanges. For more information about EENet, please contact Keri West at (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). The EENet website is accessible through the ehealthontario.ca portal:
Periodically, EENet publishes Research Snapshots which are clear language summaries of featured research articles. We have attached the latest one that discusses social inclusion for people who have lived experience of mental health issues.
snapshot___cobigo___stuart.pdf
Other Research Snapshots are available online at:
https://www.ehealthontario.ca/portal/server.pt/community/what%27s_new/1586
11. OPDI Seeks Board Members (repeat)
OPDI is currently seeking Board members. In accordance with OPDI’s by-laws, Board members must be a member in good standing of an OPDI member organization (there are general and associate seats) If you are interested please see the attached nomination letter and application. Please forward this email to consumer members, staff or directors of your organization whom you think would be interested and whom you can support as excellent board candidates.
OPDI NewsToGo Issue #290 - November 25, 2011
1. OPDI Seeks Board Members
OPDI is currently seeking Board members. In accordance with OPDI’s by-laws, Board members must be a member in good standing of an OPDI member organization (there are general and associate seats) If you are interested please see the attached nomination letter and application. Please forward this email to consumer members, staff or directors of your organization whom you think would be interested and whom you can support as excellent board candidates.
Board_and_Committee_Nomination_Letter_2011.pdf
OPDI_Board__Committee_Membership_Application_2011.doc
2. Ontario Tax Credit Refund Information Sheet (from ISAC)
In last week’s NTG, we shared that the Ontario Government is bundling several tax credits and replacing them with a monthly benefit. People expecting a lump sum refund on those credits will be disappointed. Please refer to this information sheet for full details of what this could mean if using a tax preparation company’s services. We have attached an information sheet for your review.
You can also download this resource at the Income Security Advocacy Centre’s website:
http://www.incomesecurity.org/
3. “Living Your Rights” Lecture Series
This is a monthly lecture presented by Central LHIN and the PPAO that takes place at North York General Hospital Branson Site. The December lecture takes place Thursday, December 1 between 2:00 and 3:30 pm and the topic is “Informed Consent and Your Rights”. Please refer to the attached poster for full details for registration and information.
Living_Your_Rights_dec_12011_DOC.pdf
4. MHCC Peer Support Project Update (November 2011)
The update can be read here:
5. MHCC Co-Organizing Anti-Stigma Conference in Ottawa (June 4 – 6, 2012)
The Mental Health Commission of Canada and the World Psychiatric Association Scientific Section on Stigma and Mental Illness are putting together this international conference to bring together researchers, mental health professionals, policy makers and service users interested in stigma and discrimination. The focus will be on effective interventions to reduce stigma and discrimination against those with mental illness.
Abstract submissions information and registration for the “Together against Stigma: Changing how we see mental illness” conference can be found here:
http://www.togetheragainststigma2012.ca/index.php/omas/tas12
6. A Bittersweet Profile of Linda Chamberlain
Toronto Star columnist Catherine Porter writes an extended profile of this noted consumer/survivor for a reason; there is also an accompanying video:
7. Friendly Spike Theatre Founder To Receive City of Toronto Access Award
Congratulations to Ruth Ruth for winning this prestigious award. It will be presented to her as part of the 2011 Access, Equity, and Human Rights Awards ceremony at Toronto City Council Chambers (100 Queen Street W.) on December 8th, 2011 at 6:30 pm. Please RSVP at: (416) 392-7667; TTY (416) 338-0889; or email at (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
To find out more about all the awards, visit this webpage:
http://www.toronto.ca/civicawards/
8. Toronto Star Atkinson Series: “Women and Alcohol”
This special coverage focuses on alcohol consumption as a major health policy issue:
http://www.thestar.com/topic/Atkinson2011
9. Anti-psychotic Medications Linked to Diabetes in Children
If it could happen to adults, it can do the same to kids:
10. National Empowerment Center Website Features Peer-Run Crisis Diversion
This American website has recently updated its content with a wealth of resources on peer-run alternatives to crisis intervention:
http://www.power2u.org/crisis-alternatives.html
11. Consumer-Operated Services Evidence-Based Practices Kit and Video
SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) in the United States has released this useful resource and it is accompanied by a video that can be seen on YouTube.
The kit is downloadable at:
The video profiles a consumer-operated program and is available at:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vV0JSZ2k1oQ
12. Job Posting for Peer Supporter – Community Crisis Response Program (North York)
This position at St. Elizabeth’s Health Care is advertised at Charity Village with an application deadline of December 8th, 2011:
http://www.charityvillage.com/cvnet/viewlisting.aspx?id=243615&eng=True&fs=True&fa=False
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The Staff of OPDI
NewsToGo is OPDI’s e-mail update providing timely and meaningful information to its stakeholders. The ideas expressed are those of the individual contributors and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of OPDI. We welcome your submissions; please direct them to (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). Preference will be given to material which directly relates to OPDI member affiliates and issues of concern to consumer/survivors throughout Ontario. We reserve the right to edit the length and style of all materials submitted. The current and back issues of NewsToGo can be found at http://www.opdi.org.
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