Drazen Seslija
Published online July 1, 2026, at www.pontiacjournal.com
OUTAOUAIS – The Centre intégré de santé et de services sociaux de l’Outaouais (CISSSO) has a new name. As of June 15, the
organization became Santé Québec Outaouais (SQO) as part of a provincial initiative aimed at standardizing the identities of institutions within the health and social services network.
This change is part of an effort to make the network easier for Quebecers to understand. All 30 institutions are now adopting a uniform name to identify and recognize them throughout Quebec.
“A network that’s easier to understand is easier to navigate. By standardizing
our terminology, we provide users with consistent guidance throughout Quebec. This is a concrete expression of a single network, a shared mission, and a common commitment to the public,” said Julie Lussier, vice president of public affairs and communications at Santé Québec.
The rebranding also represents an opportunity to increase the organization’s visibility.
“Becoming Santé Québec Outaouais makes our organization more visible and accessible to the people we support daily,” said Dr. Marc Bilodeau, president and CEO of SQO. “Although the name is changing, we remain the same: a community-based organization committed every day to the citizens of the Outaouais,” he added.
The name change takes effect as the network continues its transformation under the leadership of Santé Québec, which coordinates Quebec’s public health and social services network.
