Shared on behalf of Crystal Edwards, Director, Women & Children’s and Mental Health Programs

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I am pleased to announce that Jason Cooper has accepted the position of Manager, Forensic Mental Health Program effective March 23, 2026.

Jason has been serving as the Acting Manager for the Forensic Mental Health program since the fall, following a brief transition as the Coordinator for the Mental Health Program. During this time, he has provided steady leadership and continuity for the team. Prior to these leadership roles, he worked as the Patient Care Coordinator for Adult Mental Health for the past five years.

Jason brings more than 20 years of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse working the majority of his career in acute mental health settings. Over the years he has gained valuable experience in a wide variety of environments, including Thunder Bay Corrections, the District Jail, and the Adult Mental Health Unit here at TBRHSC. These diverse experiences have provided Jason with a strong understanding of the complexities of mental health care across both hospital and justice systems.

Throughout his nursing career, Jason has demonstrated a deep passion and commitment to supporting individuals living with and experiencing mental illness. He has developed extensive knowledge of the Mental Health Act and other relevant legislation and understands the intersection of mental health care and the provincial justice system.

In his leadership roles, Jason has consistently demonstrated humanistic leadership, focused on building meaningful relationships. He is known for his approachable manner, collaborative approach, and his ability to communicate with professionalism, clarity, and respect. Jason is committed to fostering a culture of safety, collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement while supporting his teams in delivering compassionate, evidence-informed care.

Please join me in congratulating Jason on this well-deserved appointment and in welcoming him to this role on a permanent basis.