May 22, 2026 CMH Board of Directors Meeting

The May 22, 2026 meeting of the miOttawa CMH Board of Directors focused primarily on updates related to the transition of Ottawa CMH from a department to an independent authority. Key procurement and budget-related discussions included the hiring of a new CFO and a human resources supervisor to support the transition, the implementation of a wage study with financial impact to be reported at the next finance committee meeting, and the development of uniform utilization management guidelines for autism services including plans to hire a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). The board also discussed ongoing efforts to improve financial oversight, contract management, and transparency through new dashboards for internal and public use. No specific contract awards or RFPs were mentioned, but the meeting emphasized strategic staffing and financial planning to support service delivery and compliance during the organizational change. Public education efforts related to a mental health millage and recipient rights audit results were also highlighted.