FAQ

Early Bird Rate
(before Nov 30) Regular 2026 Rate
(after Dec 1)
Not for Profit $29,500 + HST $32,500 + HST
For Profit $39,500 + HST $43,000 + HST
The Early Bird rate (before Nov 30) is $29,500 + HST for Not-for-Profit organizations and $39,500 + HST for For-Profit organizations. Regular 2026 rates (after Dec 1) increase to $32,500 + HST for Not-for-Profit and $43,000 + HST for For-Profit organizations.

Note:
– Program fees exclude airfare.
– Fees include meals and accommodations for three 4-day in-person residency modules.
– A non-refundable tuition deposit of $2,500 CAD is required upon acceptance into the program.
– Admission is contingent upon an interview with an NHF Program Director to ensure the program is a strong fit for the applicant’s goals.

The application form can be found here. You must also submit:
-an updated CV
-candidate statement outlining your reasons for applying, why you would be a good candidate etc
-a letter of support from your organization*

*A letter of support is NOT required if you are self-funded.

– A $2,500 deposit is required within 10 days of enrollment confirmation.
– The remaining balance is due by March 15.
– Withdrawals made less than 15 business days before the module start date, or without notification, are subject to the cancellation policy.

Participants must email hlainfo@mcmaster.ca to withdraw from the program.

The Health Leadership Academy reserves the right to cancel the program due to low enrollment or other circumstances. In such cases, a 100% refund of paid fees will be issued.

Refund Schedule:
– More than 60 business days before module start: 100% refund (minus $2,500 deposit)
– 30 business days, or less, before module start: 50% refund or transfer to next program offering

Refunds apply only to paid tuition fees (excluding the non-refundable deposit).

Yes. To request a transfer, email hlainfo@mcmaster.ca.

– Transfers are to the next scheduled program, unless otherwise requested.
– Only one transfer is permitted per participant.
– Requests made 15 days or fewer before the program start will not be accepted; standard cancellation policy will apply.

Timing is subject to slight adjustments, but generally is as follows:

– Modules 1 and 3: Sunday at 3:00 PM – Thursday at 4:00 PM
– Module 2: Saturday at 3:00 PM – Wednesday at 12:00 PM
Participants are required to attend all sessions and scheduled evening events.

Locations are subject to change, but generally is as follows:

– Modules 1 & 3: Ron Joyce Centre, Burlington, Ontario
– Module 2: Vancouver, British Columbia (TBC)

Participants are responsible for arranging their own travel. The Health Leadership Academy will provide travel guidance but does not endorse or coordinate transportation providers.

Use of the HLA corporate Uber account will be available during in-module travel.

If you require any accommodations, please contact us at hlainfo@mcmaster.ca at the start of the program. A team member will follow up to ensure your needs are met.

At this time, the National Health Fellows Program does not meet the requirements for provision of a T2022A. Receipts can be provided upon request.

The registration fee for the virtual Collaborative Health Governance (CHG) Program is $4,480 CAD. This includes participation in all scheduled sessions and access to program materials.

– A non-refundable deposit of $500 CAD is required within 10 days of enrollment confirmation letter.
– The remaining balance of $3,980 CAD is due at least 30 days prior to the module start date.
– Withdrawal and refund policies apply to cancellations made less than 15 business days before the module start date or in the absence of notice.

Participants may withdraw from the program by contacting us via email at hlainfo@mcmaster.ca.

The Health Leadership Academy reserves the right to cancel the program due to low enrollment or other extenuating circumstances. In such cases, participants will receive a full refund (100%) of paid fees.

Refund Schedule:
– More than 60 business days before the module start date: 100% refund (minus the $500 non-refundable deposit)
– 30 business days before the module start date: 50% refund
– 29 business days or fewer before the module start date or no notification: No refund or transfer to next available program date.

Refunds apply only to fully paid fees, excluding the non-refundable deposit.

Yes. To transfer your registration, please contact us at hlainfo@mcmaster.ca.

– Transfers are typically scheduled for the next available program session unless otherwise requested.
– Only one transfer request is permitted per participant.
– Requests submitted 15 business days or fewer before the program start date will not be accommodated. In such cases, the standard cancellation and refund policy applies.

Timing is subject to slight adjustments, but generally is as follows:

Virtual modules begin at 5:00 PM EST on Wednesday and conclude at 4:30 PM EST on Saturday. From Thursday to Saturday, sessions start at 10:00 AM EST and include scheduled breaks and a lunch period.