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Health Standards Organization (HSO) proudly works with leading experts and people with lived experience to develop standards, assessment programs and quality improvement solutions.
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Canadian Quality and Patient Safety Framework
Improving Integrated Care for Youth Initiative
OnboardQi: Quality improvement collaboration platform
Leading Practice: Reducing pollution and improving hand hygiene with a dedicated cart
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What is HSO?
HSO stands for Health Standards Organization. Formed in February 2017, our goal is to unleash the power and potential of people around the world who share our passion for achieving quality health services for all. Together with our affiliate Accreditation Canada, Health Standards Organization (HSO) inspires people to make positive change that improves the quality of health and social services in Canada and around the world.