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· Order in Council / Assisted Living Commissioner creation · in-force

Order in council 2025 112 assisted living commissioner

Authorizes the creation of an additional deputy minister position, Commissioner of Assisted Living and Continuing Care, within the Ministry of Seniors, Community and Social Services, and appoints Cynthia Farmer to this new role.

Moderate impactCentralization of powerHealth system governanceInstitutional independenceHealth-care bodiesThe public, directly

What changed

  • An additional deputy minister position, designated as Commissioner of Assisted Living and Continuing Care, is authorized for the Minister of Seniors, Community and Social Services.
  • The appointment of Cynthia Farmer as Deputy Minister of Seniors, Community and Social Services is rescinded.
  • Cynthia Farmer is appointed as Commissioner of Assisted Living and Continuing Care.
  • Order in Council 365/2022 is amended by striking out section 2(j) in its Appendix.

Why it matters

  • Establishes a dedicated senior leadership role focused specifically on assisted living and continuing care, potentially indicating a shift in administrative focus or oversight for these services.
  • Centralizes specific responsibilities under a new Commissioner, potentially streamlining decision-making or accountability for the designated portfolio.
  • The amendment to O.C. 365/2022 suggests a reallocation of duties or a restructuring of the ministerial portfolio, though the specific impact of striking section 2(j) is not detailed in this OIC.

Other governance concerns

  • Clarity of administrative responsibilities for assisted living and continuing care.
  • Potential for increased or decreased oversight of specific care sectors.

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