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Simulation Training: Q&A with the Experts

We spoke to the directors of IWK Health's recent large-scale Code Orange simulation to hear their top takeaways, the importance of emergency preparedness, and advice for running a similar simulation exercise.
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Legal Protections for Hospitals

Over the last number of weeks, the OHA and HIROC have continued to advocate for proper protections for hospitals from liability exposure for good faith efforts taken in accordance with Orders under the EMCPA.
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Subscriber Alert: Cyber Security and Fraud

An increased frequency of cyber loss claims have been reported to HIROC over the past several weeks, particularly with respect to social engineering claims targeting our Subscribers.
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HIROC – Notice of Move to Virtual Office

Thank you for your attention to our communiqués sent out last Friday (March 13, 2020). If you have any questions about either of them, please reach out at any time.

In keeping with our commitment to communicate with you in a transparent and timely manner during these evolving times, I wanted to share the following news with you.

To do our part in Flattening the Curve, HIROC's Toronto and Winnipeg offices will be closed starting March 16, 2020.