OCS Ontario Cannabis Store
John Labao, MHSc, PMP, CCMP, serves as the Organizational Change Manager in the Strategic Planning and Transformation Office at OCS Ontario Cannabis Store since March 2022. With a robust background in knowledge translation and project management, previous roles include Knowledge Translation Manager at Jack.org and Manager at CAMH, overseeing national and strategic projects at the Canadian Mental Health Association. An alumnus of multiple institutions, John holds degrees in Health Administration and Management, alongside certifications in Project Management and Change Management from Prosci. Extensive experience spans leading initiatives to enhance mental health services, managing operational efficiencies, and fostering cross-organizational collaborations in the healthcare sector.
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OCS Ontario Cannabis Store
The Ontario Cannabis Store is a Crown agency solely owned by the Province of Ontario and reporting to the Ministry of Finance. The OCS provides safe, responsible access to legal recreational cannabis for adults 19 and older. We are Ontario’s sole wholesaler to more than 1,500 Authorized Cannabis Stores. The OCS also operates OCS.ca, the Province’s online cannabis retailer which delivers to consumers in every corner of Ontario. We make sure our customers only receive legal, clearly labelled cannabis products by working closely with a diverse group of Licensed Producers authorized by Health Canada. Our online store prioritizes education and provides many opportunities for both new and experienced consumers to learn more about cannabis and responsible use. Our customer-care centre is staffed by knowledgeable, helpful product specialists who provide the information our customers need to make the right choices. Social responsibility is something we take seriously and making every purchase a responsible one is a top priority. We are looking for passionate, proven performers to join our diverse team and help us continue to grow our business as we define best-in-class standards for a new industry.