BORN Collaborative

At BORN Ontario, we recognize that communication is more than the exchange of information—it’s a powerful tool for building relationships, fostering diverse alliances, and co-creating meaning. In 2023, we launched the BORN Collaborative, a dynamic community of individuals who use the BORN Information System (BIS) and are passionate about leveraging perinatal data to improve care for birthing people and newborns. This group includes a wide range of contributors—nurses, midwives, clinical educators, managers, administrative staff, and informatics specialists—who bring unique perspectives and expertise to the table.

The Collaborative focuses on key areas such as clinical informatics, health equity, midwifery-specific care and data, NICU data, and enhancements to BIS, among others. Through forums, surveys, and ongoing dialogue, members help BORN understand the real-world experiences and evolving needs of BIS users. In 2023, their input directly shaped initiatives like reducing data entry burden, modernizing the Midwifery Invoice System, and developing new NICU reporting tools. With nearly 90 volunteers joining in 2024, the Collaborative continues to grow, reflecting a strong commitment to innovation, inclusivity, and continuous improvement in perinatal care.