Discover upcoming events, activities and learning opportunities in global health, international development, and gender equality.
Please note that fundraising events and activities will not be posted to the calendar.
“Love at First Sight” offers an intimate answer—through the eyes of former patients who captured what they missed most. If a photo speaks 1,000 words, these speak 1,001. “Love at First Sight” isn’t a showcase of composition, light, or technique. This free exhibition features photos by Seva Canada’s Tanzanian and Nepali eye care patients after their sight was restored […]
Welcome to the Global Health Spotlight Series - In Conversation! Hosted by: The Institute for Global Health at BC Children’s Hospital and BC Women’s Hospital + Health Centre Join us for a candid conversation with Srinivas Murthy, where he will talk about his global health journey—highlighting his defining moments, lessons learned, and current projects. Learning Objectives: […]
Join us for ConnectHer: Building Bridges for Working Women Across Canada, a dynamic and empowering conference designed to celebrate, connect, and inspire women in the workforce, with a special focus on those in non-traditional industries. This event brings together thought leaders, trailblazers, and advocates from across the country to share knowledge, build networks, and create […]
Join the Manitoba Council for International Cooperation for an inspiring evening of coffee and conversation at our next Local Brews + Global Views, as we dive into the incredible work of KIDS Initiative Inc., a local NGO making a real difference in Kenya and around the world. Description: Can access to agricultural assets change a […]
Please join the UBC Department of Pediatrics and Institute for Global Health at BC Children's Hospital and BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre on Friday May 9, 2025, from 12:00 – 1:00pm for a Pediatric Grand Rounds with Prof. Tex Kissoon, on “Sepsis – From Global to Local Solutions”. Professor Niranjan “Tex” Kissoon, MB BS, FRCP(C),FCCM, FACPE is the University of […]
Every two days in Canada, a woman is killed by a man. Most often, it is a man they share a home with. Join Aura Freedom at It's Ok* Studios for an eye-opening event shedding light on Intimate Partner and Familial Femicide. Through powerful discussions and personal stories, we aim to shed light on this critical issue […]
We are thrilled to celebrate the tenth anniversary of the Summer Institutes in 2025! Over the past decade, we have proudly delivered short courses designed for students and professionals alike. In 2025, we will offer 16 courses in a combination of online, in-person, and hybrid formats. These courses provide valuable professional development opportunities for individuals […]
Welcome to the Global Health Spotlight Series - In Conversation! Hosted by the Institute for Global Health at BC Children's Hospital and BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre. Join us as we explore Kishore's journey to becoming a global health leader—highlighting his defining moments, lessons learned, and current projects. Learning Objectives: Explore how researchers’ unique journeys […]
Cohosted by African Impact Initiative & ONE Campaign in Partnership with the African Studies Centre at the University of Toronto Step into a bold conversation on the future of Canada-African collaboration. Africa Day Canada 2025 kicks off with Day 1: The Strategic Impact Forum - a powerhouse, future-focused convening of policymakers, thought leaders, international cooperation experts, academic, community, […]
Cohosted by African Impact Initiative & ONE Campaign, in Partnership with the African Studies Centre at the University of Toronto This is where innovation meets inclusion! Day 2 celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit and excellence shaping Africa and the diaspora - highlighting how business, culture, and community come together to drive systems-level change. Join entrepreneurs, investors, community builders, […]
