Nipissing Wellness Ontario Health Team

What Nipissing Wellness Ontario Health Team does

Nipissing Wellness Ontario Health Team (NWOHT) is a publicly funded, not-for-profit healthcare coordination organization established in 2021 as one of Ontario's designated Ontario Health Teams. Headquartered in North Bay, Ontario, NWOHT coordinates approximately 30 partner organizations across the Nipissing district and East Parry Sound region, including hospitals (North Bay Regional Health Centre, West Nipissing General Hospital, Mattawa Hospital), primary care clinics, home and community care providers, mental health and addictions agencies, long-term care homes, Indigenous health services, Francophone services, children's services, and social support agencies. The organization's functional purpose is to reduce fragmentation across the local health system by aligning partners around shared patient transitions (Hospital to Home, Home2LTC), chronic disease management, cancer screening, older adults care, and mental health and addictions services.

NWOHT's core technology and product surface consists of a Caredove-powered "Find a Service" portal that allows patients to search for home care and community services by address, supplemented by digital health tools supplied through a partnership with the eHealth Centre of Excellence under the Ontario eServices Program (eConsult, eReferral, virtual care, patient forms, online appointment booking, EMR support via Evidence2Practice, and HEAL co-design). The Ontario Telemedicine Network (OTN) is integrated through several primary care partners. NWOHT does not develop proprietary software; it acts as the integration layer and governance body over a federated network of partner-operated services.

The business model is government-funded and not commercial. NWOHT is supported by the Government of Ontario through the Ontario Ministry of Health and Ontario Health, with no direct patient billing. Revenue mechanics are public-sector appropriations rather than market-validated pricing. Governance is multi-stakeholder: the Collaboration Council (formed January 2021) provides collective oversight, the Equity Council drives the EIDA-R (Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Anti-Racism) framework, and the Patient Family Caregiver Council ensures patient and community voice in design. Customer segments are effectively two: (1) patients, families, and caregivers in the Nipissing district, and (2) the ~30 member healthcare provider organizations that deliver services through the OHT.

Name

Nipissing Wellness Ontario Health Team

Legal name

Nipissing Wellness Ontario Health Team

Website

https://nipissingwellness.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Nipissing Wellness Ontario Health Team (NWOHT) is a publicly funded Ontario Health Team, established in 2021, that coordinates approximately 30 partner organizations to deliver integrated health and social services across the Nipissing district and East Parry Sound region of Ontario.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Integrated Healthcare Coordination Services

NAICS

Social Assistance (624), Home Health Care Services (62161)

SIC

Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Care Management & Coordination Platforms (case/disease management workflows) (HLACAHAD)

Keywords

• Healthcare coordination
• Integrated care delivery
• Community health services
• Primary care networks
• Health system navigation

Headquarters

HQ city

North Bay

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Government Funding (Ontario Ministry of Health / Ontario Health): The Nipissing Wellness Ontario Health Team is supported by funding from the Government of Ontario. The organization is a not-for-profit health system coordination entity that does not charge patients directly; its operations are funded through public health system financing.

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

The Nipissing Wellness Ontario Health Team is a publicly funded, not-for-profit healthcare coordination entity that brings together approximately 30 partner organizations to deliver integrated health and social services across the Nipissing district and East Parry Sound in Ontario. Its operational core is a Caredove-powered "Find a Service" portal supported by dedicated care coordination programs covering chronic disease management, mental health and addictions, older adults and seniors services, cancer screening, Hospital-to-Home and Home-to-Long-Term-Care transitions, and the Community Care G.A.P. Clinic.

Product overview

Nipissing Wellness Ontario Health Team is a healthcare coordination organization that serves the Nipissing district and East Parry Sound in Ontario. Rather than a single unified product, the organization functions as an umbrella network connecting approximately 30 health and social service partner organizations. The core offering is a service coordination and navigation platform centered around a Find a Service portal (powered by Caredove), supplemented by specialized health programs including Chronic Disease Management, Mental Health and Addictions Services, Older Adults and Seniors Services, Cancer Screening, and Hospital-to-Home transition programs (Hospital to Home Program and Home2LTC). The organization coordinates care delivery through its partner network which includes primary care providers, hospitals, long-term care facilities, home and community care services, mental health services, children's services, Indigenous services, and Francophone services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Find a Service Service discovery portal powered by Caredove that allows patients to search for health and community services in the Nipissing district by entering their address, providing access to an extensive database of local health and social services.
• Chronic Disease Management Programs and services delivered through NWOHT partner organizations to help patients manage chronic health conditions across the Nipissing district.
• Mental Health and Addictions Services Mental health counselling, treatment programs, substance abuse services, and crisis intervention coordinated through NWOHT member organizations such as CMHA North Bay and District, Community Counselling Centre of Nipissing, and the Alliance Centre.
• Older Adults and Seniors Services Programs and support services focused on the health and wellbeing of senior populations in the Nipissing district, coordinated with long-term care homes, retirement homes, and home care providers.
• Hospital to Home Program Care coordination program supporting patients transitioning from hospital back to their homes, ensuring continuity of care across acute and community settings.
• Home to Long Term Care (Home2LTC) Program assisting patients with transition from home to long-term care facilities, coordinated through NWOHT long-term care and home care partners.
• Cancer Screening Program Early detection screening services for cancer, helping identify abnormal cell changes before cancer develops, delivered through NWOHT partner primary care providers.
• Community Care G.A.P. Clinic Clinic providing community-based healthcare services addressing gaps in care within the Nipissing district, delivered through NWOHT partner primary care organizations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced fragmentation of health care delivery across the Nipissing district through coordinated OHT model
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

34 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• North Bay Regional Health Centre (NBRHC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOne of four major acute care hospitals serving northeast Ontario. NBRHC provides acute care services to North Bay and surrounding communities, serves as the district referral centre for specialist services, and is the specialized mental health service provider for all of northeast Ontario. It has 397 beds and numerous outpatient services.
• West Nipissing General HospitalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerA 99-bed modern facility in Sturgeon Falls with 24/7 Emergency Department with Virtual Critical Care (VCC), comprehensive laboratory, CT scanner, X-ray, ultrasound, mammography, endoscopy, OTN, and sleep clinic. Offers mental health & substance abuse programs, crisis intervention, and visiting specialist programs.
• Mattawa HospitalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerA full-service 19-bed acute community hospital serving Mattawa and surrounding communities for over 130 years. Offers physiotherapy, paediatrics, urology, psychiatry, women's clinic, diabetic resource clinic, and mental health services. Working towards integration with a 73-bed nursing home.
• North Bay Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic (NBNPLC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides comprehensive primary care to over 4,500 patients with two clinic sites (West Ferris and Downtown North Bay). Staffed with Nurse Practitioners and interprofessional teams including social workers, nurses, collaborative physicians, dietitian, and system navigation support.
• West Nipissing Community Health CentrecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocated in Sturgeon Falls, provides primary health care, illness prevention and management with an interdisciplinary team (physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, registered practical nurses, case manager, dietitian, respiratory therapist). Serves Indigenous, Anglophone, and Francophone residents of West Nipissing and Garden Village.
• Near North Family Health Organization (FHO)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGroup of family physicians working together to provide better access to quality primary care. Includes Northern Shores Medical Clinic, Near North Medical Clinic, and Callander Lakeside Medical Clinic.
• Mattawa Family Health TeamcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEstablished by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care in May 2018 to address community healthcare needs through collaboration between family physicians, interdisciplinary healthcare providers, and community partners. Located within Mattawa Hospital.
• Powassan and Area Family Health TeamcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerServes patients with an interdisciplinary team including a nurse practitioner, registered practical nurses, social workers, dietitian, diabetic educator, and five family physicians. Provides chronic disease programs for hypertension, diabetes, COPD, well baby/child, and grief. Part of Ontario Telemedicine Network.
• West Nipissing Family Health TeamcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocated in Sturgeon Falls, focuses on family and community health in English and French. Team includes family doctors, nurse practitioners, nursing, social worker, dietitian, pharmacist, occupational therapist, and respiratory therapist. Offers smoking cessation, diabetes education, well women care, cancer screening, and mental health programs.
• Canadian Mental Health Association, North Bay and District (CMHA NBD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal mental health, addictions, and peer support agency specializing in support services for people with serious mental illness. Provides collaborative support, advocacy, and sustainable housing for people with serious and persistent mental illness.
• Community Counselling Centre of NipissingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFully accredited non-profit offering professional counselling services and community programs to individuals, couples, and families. Programs include addiction services, therapy for domestic violence and assault, community advocacy for people with developmental disabilities, and employee and family assistance.
• The Alliance Centre (West Nipissing General Hospital)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOffers free, confidential, bilingual mental health and substance abuse services to individuals 16+ in West Nipissing. Services include mental health counselling and treatment, substance abuse assessment and treatment, addictions medicine, needle exchange, intensive case management, walk-in clinic, psychiatric consultation, crisis intervention, and community wellness programs.
• District of Nipissing Social Services Administration Board (DNSSAB)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVision: 'Healthy Communities Without Poverty.' Provides affordable housing, ambulance services, affordable childcare, Ontario Works (financial assistance and employment programs), and community paramedicine program. Oversees 175 seniors' apartments and long-term care placements.
• Community Living North BaycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCharitable non-profit providing a range of programs and services for people with intellectual disabilities and their families. Committed to creating a supportive and accepting community.
• Community Paramedicine Program (DNSSAB)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNipissing District Paramedic Services working with the Ministry of Health, local hospitals, and community services to promote sustainable independence within patients' homes.
• Réseau du mieux-être francophone du Nord de l'Ontario (Réseau)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCreated in 2003/2004, merged in 2010 to form a Francophone Planning Entity. Works to improve health of Francophones living in a minority setting in Northern Ontario. Collaborates nationally, provincially, and regionally to promote development of French language health services. Led by Monique Rocheleau (Associate Executive Director) who also chairs NWOHT's Equity Council.
• Nipissing First Nation (NFN)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUrban reserve on the north shore of Lake Nipissing, spanning 11 communities across 30 km between North Bay and West Nipissing. People of Nipissing First Nation (Nbisiing Anishinaabeg) are of Ojibway and Algonquin descent. NFN is committed to fairness, accountability, balance, and consideration of future generations in all decision making.
• CarePartnerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvince-wide network providing personal support workers (PSWs), registered nurses, practical nurses, dietitians, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, social workers, speech-language pathologists, and trained caregivers. Services offered in homes, schools, retirement homes, clinics, and workplaces.
• Cassellholme Community Support ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides in-home PSWs and Homemakers to assist seniors in the District of Nipissing with personal care, homemaking, respite services, and general home maintenance. Also oversees Castle Arms (241 non-profit senior housing units in North Bay and Mattawa).
• ParaMed / Extendicare (North Bay)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProviding home care and wellness solutions across Canada since 1974. Services include dementia care, palliative care, respite, personal care, and companion aides. Nationally accredited with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada.
• VON (Ontario Branch)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPioneered care at home for over 120 years. Nurses, personal support workers, therapists, and other healthcare providers offer clinical, personal, and social support for people wanting to live in their own homes and communities. Registered charity/not-for-profit serving seniors, children, youth, and adults.
• Home Instead / Wirta Home Ltd. (North Bay)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocally-owned North Bay business providing personalized in-home care. Services include Alzheimer's care, hospice support, chronic illness care, transportation, and companionship. Known for the 'Be A Santa to a Senior' community program (served local seniors for 12 years; goal to support 600 seniors annually).
• Alzheimer Society, Sudbury-Manitoulin, North Bay & DistrictscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLeading not-for-profit health organization improving quality of life for Canadians affected by Alzheimer's and related dementias. Programs include system navigation, health promotion, education, recreation therapy, support groups, and day programs.
• Nipissing Serenity HospicecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPalliative care hospice providing peaceful end-of-life care for people of all ages and support for their loved ones. Focuses on improving quality of life and symptom management through holistic person-centered care.
• Eastholme – Home for the Aged (Powassan)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocated in Powassan, overlooking town on edge of a 60-acre forest. Serves East District of Parry Sound. Programs for seniors 65+ and people with disabilities include Meals-on-Wheels, transportation services, seniors' luncheons, and fitness classes.
• North East Specialized Geriatric Centre (NESGC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMultidisciplinary team of healthcare providers delivering specialized care for older adults with complex health needs. Also offers expert resources for healthcare professionals and caregivers throughout Northeastern Ontario.
• Long-Term Care and Retirement Home Partners (Au Château, Autumnwood, Cassellholme, Castle Arms, Empire Living Centre, Waters Edge)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMultiple long-term care and retirement homes across the Nipissing district: Au Château (160 beds + 23 life lease + 175 apartments, Sturgeon Falls), Autumnwood (North Bay), Cassellholme (East Nipissing), Castle Arms (241 units, North Bay/Mattawa), Empire Living Centre (157 luxury suites, North Bay), Waters Edge (142 beds, North Bay).
• eHealth Centre of ExcellencecoreTechnology or IntegrationNot-for-profit organization helping clinicians, healthcare organizations, and Ontario Health Teams adopt digital health tools. Provides eConsult, eReferral (Ontario eServices Program), virtual care, patient forms, online appointment booking, EMR support (Evidence2Practice tools), automated solutions, and co-design through Healthcare Experience and Advancement Lab (HEAL).
• Hands (The Family Help Network)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFully accredited, bilingual, not-for-profit charity serving individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. Helps over 11,000 individuals in North Bay, Nipissing, Muskoka, Parry Sound, and Northern Ontario annually. Services include adult developmental services, autism services, child development, child and youth mental health (Lead Agency for Nipissing, Parry Sound, and Muskoka), youth and adult justice services.
• One Kids PlacecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCharitable non-profit in Districts of Nipissing, Muskoka and Parry Sound offering outpatient rehabilitation and programs for children and youth with physical, communicative, and developmental needs. Services include screening, assessments, consultations, and intervention via a multi-disciplinary team approach.
• CTS Canadian Career CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrivate career college with four campuses (North Bay, Barrie, Sudbury, Sault Ste. Marie) providing quality education in healthcare, law, business, and information technology for over 30 years. All programs under one year with practicum placements. Potential pipeline for healthcare workforce development in the region.
• CaredovecoreTechnology or IntegrationDigital home care and community service information platform. NWOHT has partnered with Caredove to provide an extensive service database allowing users to enter their address and search for local health and social services across the Nipissing district.
• Ontario Ministry of HealthcoreOthersThe Ontario government is building a connected health care system centred around patients, families, and caregivers. Ontario Health Teams are the mechanism for organizing and delivering more connected care. NWOHT receives government funding and operates within the Ministry's regulatory and policy framework.
• Ontario Health (Provincial Health Agency)coreOthersOntario Health Teams report to and are supported by Ontario Health (formerly Ontario Health Teams governance structure). The views expressed by NWOHT do not necessarily reflect those of Ontario Health.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Broad incumbents

• Alberta Health Services: Provincial health authority delivering integrated health services across Alberta. Comparable as a regional/provincial health system coordination entity, though at a vastly larger scale and with direct operational control rather than NWOHT's partnership-only coordination model.
• Vancouver Coastal Health: Regional health authority delivering integrated health services across Vancouver Coastal region. Comparable in coordinating acute, community, and primary care, though as an operational provider rather than a coordinating network body like NWOHT.

Direct peers

• North York Toronto Health Partners: Designated Ontario Health Team serving North York, with a comparable model of coordinating hospitals, primary care, mental health, home care, and community services under a unified OHT governance structure.
• All Nations Health Partners Ontario Health Team: Designated Ontario Health Team serving the Kenora area in Northwestern Ontario, with a similar regional coordination mandate and Indigenous health focus as NWOHT. Both organizations serve rural Northern Ontario populations and coordinate cross-sector care networks.
• Mississauga Health: Designated Ontario Health Team coordinating a network of healthcare and social service partners across Mississauga. Operates the same Ontario Health Team coordination model as NWOHT, though serving a much larger urban population.
• East Toronto Health Partners (ETHP): Designated Ontario Health Team serving East Toronto with a similar model of coordinating multiple partner organizations across hospitals, primary care, community services, and social services under one integrated care framework. Both operate under the same provincial OHT mandate.
• Maamwesying Ontario Health Team: Indigenous-led Ontario Health Team serving the North Shore region of Ontario. Comparable to NWOHT as a designated OHT with explicit focus on Indigenous health equity and cross-sector care coordination in a rural/remote geography.
• Hamilton Health Team: Designated Ontario Health Team coordinating integrated care delivery across Hamilton through a network of partner organizations. Operates the same OHT coordination model as NWOHT with comparable governance structures (Collaboration Council, Patient Family Caregiver Council).
• Burlington Ontario Health Team: Designated Ontario Health Team serving Burlington and surrounding areas, coordinating hospitals, primary care, home care, and community services under the same provincial framework. Functionally equivalent model to NWOHT, differing only in geography.

Others

• eHealth Centre of Excellence: Not-for-profit digital health organization providing eConsult, eReferral, virtual care, and EMR tools to Ontario Health Teams including NWOHT. Relevant as a technology partner and infrastructure enabler rather than a direct coordination peer.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

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