SHRTN Local Implementation Teams bring together leaders to provide advice and guidance to SHRTN initiatives and to help implement SHRTN initiatives locally. These teams are generally aligned with the Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) boundaries. [include this term in the glossary]
Four Local Implementation Teams have been established throughout Ontario. SHRTN Board members are taking the lead in their geographic area to either establish or participate in Local Implementation Teams. Eventually, it is hoped that each LHIN will have its own Team.
The development and ongoing activities of Local Implementation Teams are supported by SHRTN Information Specialists.
Community Engagement: Bring together leaders and key stakeholders in areas to share knowledge and to network.
Implementation: Help bring evidence into practice.
Communication: Promote SHRTN and distribute information about SHRTN activities and events.
Provide Advice and Guidance: Inform SHRTN Board and Management about activities, priorities, and needs of local area.
Membership includes, among others:
Members are recruited because they are leaders who are knowledgeable, connected, influential, and who want to help implement change in their area. Members are recruited from local networks and representatives from, among others: