Mission, Vision & Values

The Winnipeg Health Region's Board of Directors has recently approved a new Vision, Mission, Values statement. It reads as follows:

Mission

To co-ordinate and deliver safe and caring services that promote health and well-being

Vision

Healthy People. Vibrant Communities. Care for All.

Values

• Dignity - as a reflection of the self-worth of every person
• Care - as an unwavering expectation of every person
• Respect - as a measure of the importance of every person

Our Commitments

• Innovation - that fosters improved care, health and well-being
• Excellence - as a standard of our care and service
• Stewardship - of our resources, knowledge and care

Strategic Directions

The Winnipeg Health Region's Board of Directors has recently approved six new strategic directions to guide the Region's operations for the next five years, effective April 2011. They are:

Enhance Patient Experience

Enhance patient experience and outcomes by listening more carefully to patients and considering their needs when designing and delivering services.

Improve Quality and Integration

Improve access to quality and safe care through improved integration of services and then use of evidence informed practice.

Foster Public Engagement

Work with the community to improve its health and well-being by forging partnerships and collaborating with those we serve.

Support a Positive Work Environment

Enhance quality care by fostering a work environment where staff are valued, supported and accountable, and who reflect the diverse nature of our community.

Advance Research and Education

Work with stakeholders to enhance academic performance through the development of an academic health sciences network where clinical education and research activities are better aligned and integrated.

Build Sustainability

Balance the provision of health-care services within the available resources to ensure a sustainable health-care system.

For the 2005-10 strategic plan, please click here