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SUMMARY:19th World Congress of the World Association for Infant Mental Health (WAIMH)
DESCRIPTION:Infant and Early Mental Health Promotion (IEMHP) at The Hospital for Sick Children is thrilled to welcome you to the vibrant and diverse city of Toronto for the 19th WAIMH World Congress in 2026. The event’s theme\, “Harmony in Diversity: Nurturing the Youngest Minds Around the World\,” invites infant and early mental health professionals from across the globe to come together and exchange lived experiences\, cutting-edge research\, clinical and practice insights\, and cultural perspectives\, fostering collaboration and advancing the field on an international stage. \n\nJoin Us at the 19th Congress of the World Association for Infant Mental Health (WAIMH)\nOctober 2–6\, 2026 | Toronto\, Canada\nTheme: Harmony in Diversity: Nurturing the Youngest Minds Around the World\n\nWe are thrilled to invite you to join us at the 19th biennial WAIMH Congress in Toronto\, hosted by Infant and Early Mental Health Promotion (IEMHP) at The Hospital for Sick Children. This prestigious global gathering brings together nearly 2\,000 delegates — researchers\, policymakers\, clinicians\, and practitioners — committed to the mental health and well-being of infants and their families. \nThe world’s youngest citizens are growing up amid global adversity — social unrest\, natural disasters\, persistent inequality\, and fractured systems of care. Yet\, our work in infant mental health is guided by the belief that connection and diversity are sources of strength. This Congress will serve as a platform to celebrate and explore this belief through rich cross-disciplinary and cross-cultural dialogue. \nToronto\, Canada\, provides an inspiring setting for this gathering — a place where global and local perspectives meet. From showcasing pioneering approaches and Indigenous leadership to sharing Canada’s experiences in advancing equity in early life\, the Congress will offer insights that resonate far beyond national borders — enriching our shared global movement for infant and family well-being. \nAttend here!
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/19th-world-congress-of-the-world-association-for-infant-mental-health-waimh/
LOCATION:Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Empowering Women and Girls to Build Stronger Communities Through Food Security
DESCRIPTION:According to the Global Report on Food Crisis\, more than 295 million people faced acute hunger in 2024\, which is the sixth consecutive annual increase.  In food-insecure regions like Thailand\, Kenya\, Ethiopia\, and Haiti\, women are often the last to eat and the first to sacrifice their own nutrition for their families especially during crises. \nComplex and interlinked set of drivers including conflict\, extreme climate conditions\, and economic shocks are mutually aggravated\, which disproportionately exacerbates population-specific vulnerabilities such as unequal access to livelihood resources needed to improve quality of life and standards of living. \nConsequently\, contextually relevant solutions for resilience building and recovery are critical pillars needed to support food security\, income\, and overall community well-being. Compassion Canada\, World Renew and Thrive for Good will be discussing our programming to combat this issue globally. \nThis event will: \n\nHighlight the intersection of food security and gender equality as a critical dimension of Canada’s triple nexus global strategy.\nPresent evidence-based approaches of Canadian NGOs that empower women and girls through agriculture\, climate adaptation\, and community development.\nEngage policymakers and practitioners in dialogue on strengthening collaboration between NGOs and government actors in implementing the Feminist International Assistance Policy.\n\nRSVP through: Sacha Bunting\, sbunting@compassion.ca or Andrew Defor\, adefor@beaconnorthstrategies.com 
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/empowering-women-and-girls-to-build-stronger-communities-through-food-security/
LOCATION:101 Lyon St. N\, Ottawa Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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SUMMARY:Leadership Forum 2025
DESCRIPTION:On October 17th\, 2025\, young change-makers\, sectoral leaders\, and passionate mentors will come together in Toronto for our biggest event of the year. \nThe Leadership Forum is one of Fora: Network for Change’s signature events — and one of the most impactful and empowering events of the year for feminist leaders looking to expand their reach for change. Hosted in Toronto in October 2025\, the Leadership Forum brings together an intergenerational community of sectoral leaders to drive intersectional change across nonprofits\, corporate spaces\, and their communities. \nThis one-day experience features conversation-driven panels\, interactive workshops\, and intentional networking designed to spark momentum that lasts well beyond the day’s events. \nParticipants will leave with tools to navigate their careers with clarity\, challenge outdated systems\, and approach leadership in a way that’s collaborative\, equity-driven\, and future-focused. Whether you’re building your board presence\, finding your next career pathway\, or interested in connecting with the next generation of feminist leaders\, our Leadership Forum is the launchpad to building a feminist future. \n\n\n\n\nToronto Reference Library | 789 Yonge St\, Toronto ON \nAttend here! 
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/leadership-forum-2025/
LOCATION:Toronto Reference Library\, 789 Yonge Street\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4W 2G8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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SUMMARY:Canada FASD Conference 2025 Canada Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Research Network (CanFASD)
DESCRIPTION:The Canada FASD Conference is coming to Toronto\, Ontario October 21-23\, 2025. This national conference on FASD brings together a different people from across the country and internationally who hold valuable perspectives on FASD and prevention of FASD. With over 500 attendees expected\, this three-day event brings together healthcare professionals\, social workers\, justice and legal professionals\, educators\, counsellors\, researchers\, policy makers\, and those with direct or indirect lived or living experience to connect and collaborate. This conference provides a secure and open environment to share diverse perspectives\, valuable experiences\, new research\, and best and promising practices. We encourage you to be part of it! \nConference Theme \nThe theme for Canada FASD Conference 2025 conference is Shaping the Future of FASD: From Evidence to Action \nAttend here! 
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/canada-fasd-conference-2025/
LOCATION:Hilton Downtown Toronto\, 145 Richmond St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5H 2L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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SUMMARY:2025 Canadian Conference on Global Health
DESCRIPTION:This year’s theme is titled “Navigating the Path Forward: Advancing Global Health in a Changing World”. As the world faces urgent\, unprecedented challenges\, global health is at a crossroads. Geopolitical changes and instability\, climate change\, funding inequities\, and the persistent effects of health disparities in Canada and internationally\, demand bold and innovative action.  \nThe conference program will be built on the following sub-themes: \n\n\nNavigating Global Health Governance\, Financing\, Collaboration and Trust.\nYouth\, Gender\, and Inclusive Leadership in Global Health.\nGlobal Health Security: Threats\, Climate\, Outbreaks and Preparedness.\nHarnessing Innovation\, Technology and Artificial Intelligence for Global Health.\n\nLearn more here! 
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/2025-ccgh/
LOCATION:Halifax Convention Centre
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SUMMARY:The Women-Centred HIV Care Update
DESCRIPTION:The UBC Faculty of Medicine Division of Infectious Diseases is pleased to invite you to the Women-Centred HIV Care Update on Friday October 24\, 2025. This program was co-developed between UBC Faculty of Medicine\, Division of Infectious Diseases and Ribbon Community\, Women-Centred HIV Care Hub and was planned to achieve scientific integrity\, objectivity and balance. \n\nTo learn more about our sponsors\, please visit this link.  \n\n\nThis in-person symposium aims to build clinician skills to better support the unique health needs of women living with HIV in BC and western Canada. The event will introduce the women-centred HIV care model and cover priority topics across the lifespan identified by women living with HIV in BC\, as well as the clinicians and social service providers that support them. ​ \nFriday\, October 24\, 2025┃12:30 PM – 8:00 PM EDT \nSimon Fraser University Harbour Center – Segal Room \nVancouver\, British Columbia \nAttend here! 
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/the-women-centred-hiv-care-update/
LOCATION:Simon Fraser University Harbour Center – Segal Room\, 500 Granville St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6C 1W6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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SUMMARY:HRN Sphere Training: Montreal
DESCRIPTION:Sphere Training 2025 \nFor HRN and Non-HRN Members | October 27th – 28th (Montreal\, in French)  \n(In-person trainings – attend one location only) \nJoin us for a two-day\, in-person training\, tailored for HRN members\, designed to strengthen understanding of the Sphere Standards​ and the Core Humanitarian Standard (CHS)​. This session will be facilitated by qualified trainers who previously completed the Sphere Training of Trainers program organized by HRN. \nTopics covered include: \n\nOverview of Sphere Standards and their practical application\nCore Humanitarian Standard (CHS) principles and integration\nConducting a Sphere training needs assessment for HRN members\nGuidance on facilitating future Sphere and CHS sessions\n\nDate: October 27th – 28th (In-person\, Montreal) \nTime: 9am – 5pm each day \nLocation: \n\nMontreal: Grande Bibliothèque de BAnQ\, 475 Boul. de Maisonneuve E\, Montréal\, QC H2L 4E3\n\nAudience: HRN members (staff in Canada and overseas)\, Canadian NGO staff\, and students in humanitarian/development fields \nThis training is ideal for those new to the Sphere standards or looking to refresh and deepen their understanding. Participants will leave equipped to apply these essential frameworks in their work—and may also be prepared to support future training efforts. \nFee: \n\n$200 CAD for HRN members\n$400 CAD for non-members\n(Includes training materials and the Sphere Handbook.)\n\nImportant: \n\nRegistrants will access pre-course online modules\, to be identified by facilitators\, and must attend all sessions.\nIf fewer than 10 people are signed up for either training by October 5th\, that training will be postponed. We’ll notify all registrants directly with updates.\nSome travel grants are available – please email us at hrncoordinator@humanitarianresponse.ca for more details.\n\nRegistration required – open to HRN members\, Canadian NGOs\, and humanitarian students.
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/hrn-sphere-training-montreal/
LOCATION:La grande bibliothèque de BAnQ\, 475 Boul. de Maisonneuve E\, Montréal\, Québec\, H2L 5C4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences,PCWHC Events
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SUMMARY:Practicing Knowledge Translation in-person workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Practicing Knowledge Translation (PKT) course is a professional development course that will show you how to apply KT science to real-world implementation projects in order to enhance and sustain project outcomes. The course focuses on empowering individuals and organizations in the health system with the knowledge\, skills and support to do KT effectively. \nAt the course’s conclusion\, participants will have a ready-to-use Implementation Action Plan\, tailored to their project. This in-person course will also provide valuable networking opportunities. \nFind more details here: https://bit.ly/PKTcourse
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/practicing-knowledge-translation-in-person-workshop/
LOCATION:Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute\, 209 Victoria St\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5B 1X3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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SUMMARY:Practicing Knowledge Translation course – 2 spots left!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this in-person workshop from October 27-30\, 2025 at the Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute in Toronto\, Ontario. \nThe Practicing Knowledge Translation (PKT) course is a professional development course that will show you how to apply KT science to real-world implementation projects in order to enhance and sustain project outcomes. The course focuses on empowering individuals and organizations in the health system with the knowledge\, skills and support to do KT effectively. \nAt the course’s conclusion\, participants will have a ready-to-use Implementation Action Plan\, tailored to their project. This in-person course will also provide valuable networking opportunities. \nInterested in joining? Email Meghan.Storey@UnityHealth.to or apply now! \nFind more details here: https://bit.ly/PKTcourse
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/practicing-knowledge-translation-course-2-spots-left/
LOCATION:Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute\, 209 Victoria St\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5B 1X3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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