Interactive Workshops
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AMHO's 10th Annual Conference
From small towns to big cities, mental health, substance use, and addictions service providers across Ontario are shaping new and innovative ways to help transform and deliver comprehensive and compassionate mental health and addictions care.
Join AMHO March 24 – 25, 2026 for two full days of learning, networking, and collaboration at our 10th annual conference, “Driving Change, Powered by Communities”!
Together, alongside AMHO members, mental health and addictions service providers, researchers, policymakers, and community leaders, we’ll explore the challenges facing communities and our sector and the innovative solutions that are helping to build a more responsive, equitable mental health and addictions system across the province.
Keynote Speaker
André Picard
Award-Winning National Health Writer and Author
André Picard is an award-winning journalist, best-selling author, and one of Canada’s most trusted voices on health care. He has a rare ability to make complex issues accessible and deeply human, drawing on the experiences of patients, caregivers, and others whose stories are often overlooked.
Known for sparking meaningful conversation, challenging assumptions, and inspiring sector leaders to think boldly about what’s possible, André brings clarity, urgency, and fresh insight to this year’s conference.
What to Expect
Exciting Speakers
Engage directly with government leaders, policymakers, and system partners who are helping to shape the future of Ontario’s mental health and addictions sector. Gain insights into government priorities, sector-wide initiatives, and take advantage of unique opportunities to share your organization’s perspectives.
Innovations in Care
Discover the latest research, innovations, and models of care that are redefining how mental health and addictions services are delivered in Ontario. Hear from inspiring speakers and sector experts who bring fresh perspectives, bold solutions, and real-world experience to the conversation.
Agenda
AMHO Conference Pricing
Regular
Member - Full Conference
Regular
Non-Member - Full Conference
One Day
Member and Non-Member
The Walrus Talks Opioids, Presented by AMHO
March 24, 2026
AMHO is proud to present The Walrus Talks Opioids, an evening with some of the leading voices who are helping to address Ontario’s drug toxicity crisis, exploring how policy, care, and community can transform and save lives.
Don’t miss your chance to hear from medical experts, frontline workers, policymakers, and individuals with lived experience about the actions needed to help end the crisis.
Admission to “The Walrus Talks Opioids” is free with registration to AMHO’s 10th Annual Conference.
Learn moreAccommodations
Hilton Toronto145 Richmond St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2L2
Book your stay with AMHO’s exclusive preferred rate! Guests at the Hilton Toronto are steps from the heart of downtown Toronto, minutes from Union Station, the CN Tower, and CF Toronto Eaton Centre. Hotels in Toronto fill up fast! Be sure to secure our preferred AMHO rate now to guarantee your spot and make the most of your conference experience!
Our 2026 Sponsors
Conference Information
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2026 Sponsorship Opportunities
Please click here to download AMHO's Sponsorship Package.
If you have any questions about sponsorships please contact AMHO’s Director, Membership – Bree Grenon at Bree.Grenon@amho.ca
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Contact
For more information about AMHO's conference, please contact AMHO’s Director, Membership – Bree Grenon at Bree.Grenon@amho.ca
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