Providing our community with seamless access to care
At the Downtown East Toronto Ontario Health Team (DET OHT), we are committed to creating an integrated and equitable system of care that meets the diverse needs of our community. We strive to ensure everyone, including those who have been historically underserved or marginalized, has access to safe, respectful, and high-quality care. Our approach is grounded in listening to and collaborating with our community to build a healthier and more supportive Downtown East Toronto for all.
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January 28, 2025
Cultural safety training delves into the legacy of anti-Black racism in health care
In a step toward strengthening shared understanding of culturally informed care, the Interprofessional Primary Care Team at DET OHT, in…
February 28, 2025
How One Organization is Rebuilding Lives of the African LGBTQIA+ Refugees in Canada
We engaged in a dialogue with Christopher Nkambwe (she/her), founder of and Chief Executive Officer at The African Centre for Refugees in Ontario-Canada, a non-profit organization that supports the holistic care and post-arrival integration needs of African refugees, particularly those who are from the LGBTQIA+ community. The Centre came into existence out of Nkambwe’s personal experiences as a refugee trying…
January 29, 2025
“This is not just a project; it is a long-term commitment”: Bringing cultural safety to the forefront of primary care
In conversation with partnering primary care providers of Interprofessional Primary Care Team (IPCT) project* – part 2/2 (read part one here). We engaged in a dialogue with two of the key leaders involved in the DET OHT’s IPCT project: Jacqueline Chen, Senior Clinical Program Director for Primary and Community Care at Unity Health Toronto, and Laura Pripstein, Chief Medical Officer…
December 2, 2024
Building a Primary Care System “For the Community, By the Community”: Two Providers Share Insights on Health Sector Partnerships for a New Project
In conversation with partnering primary care providers of Interprofessional Primary Care Team (IPCT) project* – part 1 of 2 (read part two here) We engaged in a dialogue with two of the key leaders involved in the DET OHT’s IPCT project: Tara Bradford, Executive Director at Inner City Family Health Team (ICFHT), and Maryam Ebrahimpour, Senior Director of Primary Health…
Community Advisory Council
The CAC collaborates closely with the DET OHT Core Group, member organizations, and the regional community to ensure that the development of a sustainable and patient-focused health care system is based on the lived experience of the Downtown East community members.
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Resources and Information
Explore additional information and support services tailored for the needs of care providers and community members in the Downtown East Toronto.
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Become a Member
DET OHT is a diverse group of 47 member organizations termed “Team Members”, who collaboratively drive its work and change initiatives and provide strategic oversight on its directions.
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