Daniel Farris
About Daniel Farris
Daniel Farris serves as the Executive Director of Integrated Planning for the Government of Canada, bringing extensive experience from various leadership roles within the Department of National Defence. He has a Master's Degree in Health Care Administration from the University of Toronto and has successfully led multiple accreditation processes for Canadian Forces Health Services.
Work at Government of Canada
Daniel Farris serves as the Executive Director – Integrated Planning at the Government of Canada. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to strategic planning initiatives within the organization. His role involves overseeing integrated planning processes and ensuring alignment with government objectives.
Experience at Department of National Defence
Farris has extensive experience with the Department of National Defence, where he held multiple leadership roles. He served as Director Health Services Personnel from 2016 to 2018, Director Health Services Delivery from 2012 to 2013, and Commander of 4 Health Services Group from 2013 to 2016. His responsibilities included developing training standards and managing health service delivery.
Leadership at Royal Military College of Canada
From 2019 to 2020, Farris worked as the Deputy Commandant at the Royal Military College of Canada. In this capacity, he contributed to the leadership and administration of the institution, supporting the development of future military leaders.
Education and Expertise
Daniel Farris earned a Master's Degree in Health/Health Care Administration/Management from the University of Toronto, studying from 2004 to 2006. His educational background supports his expertise in health services management and administration within military contexts.
Achievements in Health Services
Farris has led significant initiatives within the Canadian Forces Health Services. He initiated a partnership with the civilian sector to optimize the use of military operating rooms, which reduced wait times for civilian patients. Additionally, he successfully led accreditation processes for both the Canadian Forces Health Services Centre Atlantic in 2006 and the Canadian Health Services in 2013.