Edward Mantler
Vice President
Mental Health Commission of Canada,
Canada
Biography
A highly motivated visionary and an expert at building partnerships, engaging stakeholders, and inspiring change, Ed has led innovation and improvement in healthcare for over two decades. As Vice President of Programs and Priorities at the Mental Health Commission of Canada, Ed is dedicated to promoting mental health and changing the attitudes of Canadians toward mental health problems and illnesses. By collaborating with stakeholders to improve mental health services and supports, he leads the way for change. Ed pays particular attention to reducing stigma, increasing mental resiliency and improving access to services, through innovative measures. As an Accreditation Surveyor with Accreditation Canada, he contributes to quality and safety in healthcare across Canada and internationally, including serving as co-chair of the Health Standards Association Mental Health and Addictions Technical Advisory Committee. Ed is a Registered Psychiatric Nurse, holds a Master’s of Science Administration, and is a Certified Health Executive.
Research Interest
Mental Health, Psychiatry, Psychology