Gary Freedman
About Gary Freedman
Gary Freedman serves as the Manager of the Project Management Office at the Health Capital Investment Branch of the Ontario Ministry of Health. He has extensive experience in project management within the healthcare sector, having held various roles in multiple organizations since the early 2000s.
Current Role in Health Capital Investment
Gary Freedman serves as the Manager of the Project Management Office within the Health Capital Investment Branch at the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. He leads a diverse team of 14 direct reports and is responsible for managing the Community Health Centre and Aboriginal Health Access Centre Capital project portfolio for Ontario. His role involves promoting project management and information best practices within the branch.
Previous Experience in Health Sector
Freedman has extensive experience in the health sector, having held various positions. He worked as a Project Lead at the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care from 2005 to 2007 and as a Project Manager from 2007 to 2008. Additionally, he served as the Coordinator for Total Quality Management at The Scarborough Hospital from 2000 to 2002 and as the Director of Quality and Process Improvement at William Osler Health Care from 2002 to 2004. His last role before his current position was as a Project Manager at the Central Local Health Integration Network from 2008 to 2009.
Educational Background
Gary Freedman studied at York University, where he completed a Bachelor of Arts with honors in Sociology from 1973 to 1977. He also studied Administrative Behaviour during the same period. Additionally, he pursued studies in Financial Accounting, although the specific details of this program are less clear.
Leadership and Management Skills
In his current role, Freedman demonstrates strong leadership and management skills by overseeing a team of 14 direct reports. He is responsible for fostering a collaborative environment and ensuring that project management practices are effectively implemented within the Health Capital Investment Branch. His experience across various health organizations has equipped him with the necessary skills to manage complex projects and lead diverse teams.