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SUMMARY:Unite to #EndTB: World TB Day event in Toronto
DESCRIPTION:For World Tuberculosis Day on March 24th\, Results Canada thrilled to be hosting a public event in Toronto to Unite to #EndTB! \nDate: Monday\, March 24 \nTime: 6pm-8pm \nLocation: Ted Rogers School of Management\, 55 Dundas St W\, Room: TRS 3-119 \nRegister: Eventbrite \nCome learn about the global and domestic aspects of TB\, and the steps you can take as an advocate to generate awareness and promote policy action to eliminate the world’s deadliest infectious disease. \nThe evening will end with creative sign-making that shares key TB messages and then a walk to the Toronto sign in Nathan Phillips Square\, which will be lit in red for World TB Day\, to take photos and further raise awareness of the need to #EndTB.
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/unite-to-endtb-world-tb-day-event-in-toronto/
LOCATION:Ted Rogers School of Management\, 55 Dundas St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5G 2C6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences,International Days
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250326T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250327T170000
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SUMMARY:Humanitarian Networks and Partnerships Week 2025
DESCRIPTION:Humanitarian Networks and Partnerships Week (HNPW) is an annual gathering in Geneva where the humanitarian community comes together to collaborate on knowledge-sharing to strengthen our sector\, nurture long-standing partnerships and foster new ones\, and reflect on where and how our work has contributed to positive change globally–and how our work can be strengthened. \nThis year\, portfolio teams from Humanitarian Innovation Program at Grand Challenges Canada\, Creating Hope in Conflict: A Humanitarian Grand Challenge and Play Learn Thrive\, will host three events\, some alongside partners\, sharing insights from our work and reflecting on ways forward. \nIf you’ll be there in person\, you’ll find us in the exhibition area when we’re not in sessions\, where we’ll be showcasing groundbreaking medical innovations from Surgibox and Pragmatic Innovation. \nOur sessions will be held in-person at The International Conference Centre Geneva (CICG) and virtually. Read descriptions and click through to register for individual sessions below. \n1. THE MISSING LINK: \nConnecting Community-Led Initiatives with national and global social innovation ecosystems in humanitarian settings\n2. CLEAN ENERGY ACCESS FOR CRISIS AFFECTED COMMUNITIES: \nLearning from Best Practices and Scaling through Public-Private Collaboration\n3. SUPPORTING CAREGIVER AND EDUCATOR CAPACITY \nBuilding Resilient Support Systems for Children in Emergencies through Play-Based Learning\nLearn more here! 
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/humanitarian-networks-and-partnerships-week-2025/
LOCATION:Hybrid\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences,Webinars and Online Events
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SUMMARY:N4G Side Event Registration: Mainstreaming nutrition in development: Unlocking the potential of multilateral development banks
DESCRIPTION:Nutrition International and the Asian Development Bank invite you to an official N4G side event: \n\n\nMainstreaming nutrition in development: Unlocking the potential of multilateral development banks  \n\n\nDate: March 26th\, 2025  \n\n\nTime: 10:00am to 12:00pm CET  \n\n\nLocation:\nChâteauform’ La Manufacture\,  \n4 Esplanade de le Manufacture\, ​\n92130\, Issy-le-Maoulineaux​\nParis\, France    \n\n\nOn the margins of the Nutrition for Growth Summit (N4G)\, Nutrition International and the Asian Development Bank invite you to join an engaging panel discussion on the pivotal role of multilateral development banks and international organizations in integrating nutrition into broader development agendas. \n\n\nJoin us as key stakeholders explore innovative nutrition financing models\, successful partnerships and cross-sector synergies that can drive nutrition-sensitive investments and unlock scalable\, sustainable solutions for global impact as we work to end malnutrition. \nIf you have any questions\, please write to events@nutritionintl.org \nAttend here!
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/n4g-side-event-registration-mainstreaming-nutrition-in-development-unlocking-the-potential-of-multilateral-development-banks/
LOCATION:Paris\, France
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250402T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250402T130000
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SUMMARY:CHANGING THE NARRATIVE:  AFRICA IN PUBLIC DISCOURSE
DESCRIPTION:How do global media portrayals and popular misconceptions of Africa shape investment\, economic development\, and policymaking? What are the real costs of these narratives\, and how can they be challenged? Join the ONE Campaign and the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy Social Policy Lab for a dynamic conversation exploring how such narratives and misconceptions influence trade\, public perception. We’ll also examine their impact on Canada-Africa relations and explore actionable strategies for changing the narrative about Africa on the global stage.\n \nEvent Details:\n \n\nDate: Wednesday\, 2 April 2025\nTime: 11:00 AM ET\nLocation: Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy\, University of Toronto\, Campbell Conference Facility\, 1 Devonshire Place\, Toronto\nFormat: Expert Panel & Open Discussion. Lunch and Networking.\n\nFor any questions or learn more\, please do not hesitate to reach out to:   minerva.gray@one.org / daniyal.zuberi@utoronto.ca \nThis event is designed primarily for in-person participation to allow for deeper engagement and networking opportunities. If you require virtual access\, we’re happy to accommodate. Please reach out to Minerva at the provided email in advance so we can ensure you receive all necessary details for remote participation. We encourage all attendees who can join us in person to do so\, as this will provide the best experience and opportunity for meaningful connections.
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/changing-the-narrative-africa-in-public-discourse/
LOCATION:Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy\, 1 Devonshire Place\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250503
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SUMMARY:Love at First Sight
DESCRIPTION:“Love at First Sight” offers an intimate answer—through the eyes of former patients who captured what they missed most.\n\n\n\nIf 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 with cataract surgery or glasses. Each patient was handed a camera and asked to capture what they missed seeing most. These moving images celebrate universal human values and the simple pleasures of family\, friends\, and the beauty in our daily lives. Prints sold will support life-changing care to underserved communities worldwide. Visitors will view art while contributing to a cause that makes a real difference. \nThese moving images celebrate universal human values and the simple pleasures of family\, friends\, and the beauty in our daily lives. \nProceeds from print sales will go directly toward providing sight-restoring care in underserved communities. \nAttend here! 
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/love-at-first-sight/
LOCATION:Pendulum Gallery\, 885 W Georgia St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6C 3E8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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SUMMARY:An exhibition on the Aga Khan Historic Cities Programme in the Transformation of Al-Azhar Park
DESCRIPTION:Formerly the site of a rubbish dump\, Al-Azhar Park has transformed the lives and livelihoods of the artisans in the surrounding neighbourhood and has become an urban oasis in Cairo\, one of the most densely populated cities in the world. \nVisit the exhibition: \n\nDelegation of the Ismaili Imamat | 199 Sussex Drive\, Ottawa (Enter through the Boteler Street entrance)\nApril 9 to 20 | Weekdays from 4 to 7 pm\, Weekends from 12 to 6 pm
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/an-exhibition-on-the-aga-khan-historic-cities-programme-in-the-transformation-of-al-azhar-park/
LOCATION:Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat\, 199 Sussex Drive\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 1K6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250410T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250410T133000
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SUMMARY:Global Health Conference 2025
DESCRIPTION:This year’s theme is Creativity Through Crisis: Lessons from Global Mental Health. GHC25 will provide a platform to discuss the intensifying impact of global crises—conflict\, climate change\, and COVID-19—on mental health disparities worldwide. The conference will delve into the far-reaching effects of these global stressors while spotlighting innovative responses that are reshaping mental health care. The goal is to create an inclusive discussion forum for anyone interested in global health or mental health – everyone is welcome to attend! \nLearn more and register here: https://www.bcchr.ca/global-health-conference \nRegistration is FREE! Coffee and a catered lunch will be provided to all in-person attendees. \nDescription: The Institute for Global Health at BC Children’s Hospital and BC Women’s Hospital + Health Centre are thrilled to announce the 7th Annual Global Health Conference (GHC25)! GHC25 is an annual event bringing together a community of students\, trainees\, clinicians\, researchers\, and faculty from across health professions and disciplines to share knowledge. \nWhen: Thursday\, April 10\, 2025 | 8:30 am – 1:30 pm PDT \nWhere: In-person at BC Children’s Hospital’s Chan Centre for Family Health Education + Virtual \nWe hope that you will join us at GHC24 for a conversation on “Creativity Through Crisis: Lessons from Global Mental Health”. This year\, we’re focusing on the intensifying impact of global crises—conflict\, climate change\, and COVID-19—on mental health disparities worldwide. The conference will delve into the far-reaching effects of these global stressors while spotlighting innovative responses that are reshaping mental health care. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the intersection of mental health and global health alongside an exceptional lineup of speakers and conference co-chairs\, Jana Davidson and Mohamed Ibrahim.
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/global-health-conference-2025/
LOCATION:BC Children’s Hospital’s Chan Centre for Family Health Education\, 938 West 28th Ave\, Entrance #18\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5Z 4H4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences,Webinars and Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250410T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250410T123000
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SUMMARY:Innovative Financing for Nature-based Solutions in Mangrove Communities
DESCRIPTION:This event will be available in-person and online. Free to attend.\nCo-hosted by Aga Khan Foundation Canada (AKFC) and Canada Forum for Impact Investment and Development (CAFIID).\nJoin us for an engaging and insightful event focused on innovative financing strategies that support community-based Nature-based Solutions (NbS) in mangrove ecosystems. The event will explore the challenges\, opportunities\, and co-benefits of NbS\, including gender equality and climate-resilient livelihoods. \nWe will discuss effective strategies for enabling long-term financing for NbS in mangrove ecosystems\, as well as how to unlock financing for blue carbon and related ecosystem services. By bringing together Canadian and international experts\, the event aims to share valuable insights and strategies for scaling successful NbS initiatives. The event will feature an opening address by CAFIID\, followed by an engaging panel discussion with prominent leaders in the field. The day will conclude with a networking session\, offering a unique opportunity to connect and exchange ideas on advancing sustainable mangrove ecosystems and climate resilience. \nThis is a must-attend event for anyone passionate about the future of mangrove ecosystems and sustainable livelihoods. \nMark your calendars for April 10\, and join us in shaping a more sustainable future!\nThe event will be conducted in English. Light refreshments will be provided. \nAttend here! 
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/innovative-financing-for-nature-based-solutions-in-mangrove-communities/
LOCATION:Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat\, 199 Sussex Drive\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 1K6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250410T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250411T163000
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SUMMARY:2025 MIGH X PIH Global Health Case Competition
DESCRIPTION:Partners in Health Canada Case Competition \nJoin us for an engaging and impactful case competition focusing on maternal mortality in Haiti. This competition provides a unique opportunity for participants to apply their skills and knowledge to real-world challenges faced by mothers in under-resourced settings. \nParticipants will be presented with a case study based on real-life scenarios encountered by Partners In Health Canada in their maternal health initiatives. Teams will analyze the case\, develop innovative solutions\, and present their recommendations to a panel of experts. \nWho Should Participate: \n\nStudents from the fields of public health\, medicine\, nursing\, social sciences\, engineering\, business\, and related disciplines\nStudents passionate about global health and social justice\nTeams of up to 4 participants\n\nHow it Works: \nForm a team of four or join as an individual and be placed in a team. On the day of the competition\, your team will receive a real-life maternal and child health issue that Partners In Health Canada has encountered in Haiti. You will have around 24 hours to analyze the issue and develop a comprehensive program to address it. \nAll necessary information about the country and the specific problem will be provided to you. After developing your solution\, your team will present your proposal to one of our judges. The judges will select their top choices\, and the three best teams will present their proposals to all participants. All attendees will vote to determine the 1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd place winners. \nCompete for Exciting Prizes: \nFirst place: $600 \nSecond place: $300 \nThird place: $200 \nKey Highlights: \n\nReal-World Impact: Address genuine challenges in maternal and child health in a developing country.\nNetworking Opportunities: Connect with professionals\, academics\, and peers who share a commitment to global health.\nExpert Feedback: Receive insights and guidance from a distinguished panel of judges with expertise in maternal and child health.\nLunch Provided!\n\nHow to Register: \nTo participate\, please purchase a “Team Registration” ticket\, and then scroll down and select the number of team members in “team member” registration. If you would like to register as an individual and be placed in a team when you arrive\, please select individual registration. \nPlease Contact the Organizer if You Have Any Questions.
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/2025-migh-x-pih-global-health-case-competition/
LOCATION:McMaster University\, 1280 Main Street West Hamilton\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8S 4L8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250427
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SUMMARY:2025 Canadian Women's Heart Health Summit
DESCRIPTION:2025 theme: Reflecting on the past\, empowering the present\, and shaping the future. \nProudly hosted by the University of Ottawa Heart Institute‘s Canadian Women’s Heart Health Centre\, and Heart & Stroke\, the Canadian Women’s Heart Health Summit is the only event of its kind and has become the national reference point for health professionals seeking up-to-date knowledge of women’s heart\, brain and vascular health. \nBuilding on the success of the previous four Summits\, we have assembled national and international experts and collaborators to further advance women’s heart\, brain\, and vascular health. \nTogether\, we will transform and enhance Canadian women’s lives through research\, awareness\, policy development\, and care. \n2025 Summit Objectives \n\nDiscuss the progress made in sex and gender-based research and practice since the first Summit in 2016\nUnite key collaborators to improve heart\, brain\, and vascular health among women\nIdentify emerging and future areas\, gaps and health disparities in research and clinical practice for heart\, brain\, and vascular conditions affecting women\nChampion and make use of equity-promoting strategies to enhance the adoption of evidence-based research and clinical practices for heart\, brain\, and vascular health in women\n\nThis is an accredited\, clinical\, and scientific opportunity to foster knowledge exchange among a diverse group of collaborators\, including primary care providers\, cardiologists\, neurologists\, gynecologists\, pharmacists\, nurses\, cardiac rehabilitation providers\, allied healthcare professionals\, researchers\, policy-makers\, community partners\, people with lived and living experience (PWLLE)\, and caregivers. \n\nWhen we talk about women\, we mean ALL women. \nSex and Gender are complementary concepts but they are not interchangeable. Sex describes biology\, such as hormones and chromosomes\, while Gender describes our lived experience and how we move through the world. \nIt is important that we understand these differences as they impact the amount of clinical knowledge we have specific to women\, the appropriateness of clinical best practices used to treat women (such as diagnostic procedures and interventions)\, how women seek knowledge and care\, and so much more. \nWhen we talk about women\, we mean all women. \nPeople who identify as women make up just over half of the population in Canada and we choose to take an intersectional approach to understanding health inequities faced by women and how to address them. \nWe understand that women’s health is shaped by many different and overlapping factors\, including sex\, indigeneity\, race\, ability\, sexual orientation\, education\, income\, geographic location and more. This includes cisgender and transgender women\, and non-binary people. \nThis event is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada\, and approved by the University of Ottawa’s Office of Continuing Professional Development. You may claim a maximum of 15\,00 hours (credits are automatically calculated). \nAttend here! 
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/2025-canadian-womens-heart-health-summit/
LOCATION:Rogers Centre Ottawa\, 55 Colonel By Drive\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 9J2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250429T150000
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SUMMARY:2025 Global Health Spotlight Series - In Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Global Health Spotlight Series – In Conversation! \nHosted by: The Institute for Global Health at BC Children’s Hospital and BC Women’s Hospital + Health Centre \nJoin 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. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nExplore how researchers’ unique journeys have shaped their current projects and the strategies they use to create equitable partnerships\nUnderstand the “what” but also the “why” behind their chosen methods and models\, including key decision-points\, challenges and adjustments made along the way\nLearn about opportunities to leverage resources and foster new collaborations and partnerships\n\nWhen: Tuesday\, April 29\, 2025 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm PST \nWhere: This is an In-Person only event at Room 2108 BCCHR (across from the Chan Centre for Family Health Education auditorium)\, BC Children’s Hospital \nFree event with lunch provided for registered participants. \nPlease register here: Global Health Spotlight Series – In Conversation Tickets\, Tue\, Apr 29\, 2025 at 12:00 PM | Eventbrite \nIf you have any questions\, please contact: globalhealth@cw.bc.ca
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/2025-global-health-spotlight-series-in-conversation/
LOCATION:BCCHR room 2108
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250505
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SUMMARY:ConnectHer: Building Bridges for Working Women Across Canada
DESCRIPTION: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 pathways for positive change. \nEvent Highlights: \n\nInspiring Keynote Speakers: Hear from influential women who have broken barriers and paved the way for gender equity in the workforce.\nInteractive Workshops: Participate in hands-on sessions designed to provide practical tools for career advancement\, mentorship\, and workplace inclusivity.\nPanel Discussions: Engage with industry experts and innovators as they discuss challenges\, opportunities\, and strategies for creating equitable work environments.\nNetworking Opportunities: Connect with professionals\, peers\, and leaders to exchange ideas\, forge collaborations\, and build a supportive community.\nShowcasing Success Stories: Celebrate the achievements of women making a difference in their fields and beyond.\n\nWho Should Attend? \n\nWomen and gender-diverse individuals in all industries\, including skilled trades\, STEM\, and entrepreneurship.\nEmployers\, union representatives\, and policymakers committed to fostering equity and inclusion.\nEducators\, students\, and emerging leaders passionate about creating a better future for working women in Canada.\n\nWhy Attend? \n\nGain insights from inspiring leaders.\nBuild lasting connections with like-minded professionals.\nAcquire actionable strategies to advance your career and support others in theirs.\nContribute to the conversation on gender equity and workforce transformation.\n\nDetails: \n\nDate: May 1-4\, 2025\nLocation: London\, Ontario\, Fanshawe College. Innovation Village\nContact: Dr. Amanda Zavitz\n\nTogether\, let’s bridge gaps\, break barriers\, and build a brighter future for women in the workforce. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a movement that’s shaping the future of work across Canada! \nAttend here! 
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/connecther-building-bridges-for-working-women-across-canada/
LOCATION:Fanshawe College\, Innovation Village\, 1001 Fanshawe College Blvd\, London\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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SUMMARY:Local Brews + Global Views ft. KIDS Initiative
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDescription: Can access to agricultural assets change a woman’s life for the better? Founder Cat Ross will answer that question and share how piloting new projects\, investing in women’s entrepreneurship and building connections between communities is transforming lives in Kenya. As the evening wraps up\, we’ll reflect on the importance of fostering global connections and building a brighter future together. \nDon’t miss this chance to be inspired and make a difference—come and be a part of something extraordinary! \nAttend here! 
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/local-brews-global-views-ft-kids-initiative/
LOCATION:Folio café\, 2299 Grant Avenue\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3P 2N2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250509T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250509T130000
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UID:10002583-1746792000-1746795600@canwach.ca
SUMMARY:Sepsis - From global to local soultions
DESCRIPTION: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”. \nProfessor Niranjan “Tex” Kissoon\, MB BS\, FRCP(C)\,FCCM\, FACPE is the University of British Columbia BC Children’s Hospital (UBC BCCH) Endowed Chair in Acute and Critical Care Global Health. He is also the Past President of the World Federation of Pediatric Critical and Intensive Care Societies (www.wfpiccs.org) and Professor\, Pediatrics and Surgery (Emergency Medicine) Department of Pediatrics at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver\, BC. He is the President of the Global Sepsis Alliance  (https://www.global-sepsis-alliance.org/)  and co-chair or the Pediatric Surviving Sepsis Campaign as well as Vice-President of the Canadian Sepsis Foundation; Advisory Board Member of Sepsis Alliance USA and the African Sepsis Alliance. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDescribe the global burden and impact of sepsis on child health\, including morbidity and mortality\nExplain key global advocacy efforts aimed at improving sepsis outcomes\nRecognize the importance of local initiatives and strategies in the prevention\, early identification\, and management of pediatric sepsis\n\nDate & Time: Friday\, May 9th\, 2025 \nTime: 12:00 – 1:00 PM PST \nLocation: In-person at The Chan Centre BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute + Virtual (zoom details below) \n938 West 28th Avenue \nVancouver\, BC\, V5Z 4H4 \nJoin Online via Zoom \nZoom Meeting Link: \nGo to https://ubc.zoom.us/ and click on ‘Join a Meeting’ \nZoom Meeting ID: 92046 953122 \nZoom Meeting Passcode: 953122 \nDirect Link: https://ubc.zoom.us/j/92046953122?pwd=TVQ5ZXNRWGJzOGJaeFBoVTdNbjZHQT09
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/sepsis-from-global-to-local-soultions/
LOCATION:The Chan Centre for Family Health Centre Education\, 950 West 28th Avenue\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences,Webinars and Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250514T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250514T150000
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CREATED:20250414T132500Z
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UID:10002567-1747224000-1747234800@canwach.ca
SUMMARY:Behind Closed Doors: Uncovering Intimate Partner & Familial Femicide
DESCRIPTION:Every two days in Canada\, a woman is killed by a man. Most often\, it is a man they share a home with. \nJoin 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 often hidden behind closed doors. \nEvent features: \n\nNetworking with community advocates\, experts\, artists\, survivors and feminist activists\nUnveiling of Aura Freedom’s new Behind Closed Doors campaign\nPanel discussion with advocates working to end Intimate Partner Violence & Femicide\nDiscussions on portrayals of femicide in the media and what needs to change\nSharing of Aura Freedom’s various resources\nLight refreshments provided\nAura Freedom merch available\n\nLet’s come together to learn\, support\, mobilize\, and advocate for change! \nAttend here! 
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/behind-closed-doors-uncovering-intimate-partner-familial-femicide/
LOCATION:It’s Ok* Studios\, 468 Queen Street West\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5V 2B2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250520
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250614
DTSTAMP:20250210T200925Z
CREATED:20250210T200925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T200925Z
UID:10002492-1747699200-1749859199@canwach.ca
SUMMARY:McGill Summer Institutes in Global Health: May 20 - June 13\, 2025
DESCRIPTION: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 working in universities\, clinical settings\, research institutes\, non-profit organizations\, and industry. They also serve as excellent supplemental learning for students eager to deepen their knowledge. \nRegistration now open for the 2025 McGill Summer Institutes in Global Health
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/mcgill-summer-institutes-in-global-health-may-20-june-13-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual & In-person course offerings
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences,Webinars and Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250520T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250520T130000
DTSTAMP:20250508T123422Z
CREATED:20250508T123422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T123422Z
UID:10002595-1747742400-1747746000@canwach.ca
SUMMARY:Global Health Spotlight Series - In Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Global Health Spotlight Series – In Conversation! \nHosted by the Institute for Global Health at BC Children’s Hospital and BC Women’s Hospital + Health Centre. \nJoin us as we explore Kishore’s journey to becoming a global health leader—highlighting his defining moments\, lessons learned\, and current projects. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nExplore how researchers’ unique journeys have shaped their current projects and the strategies they use to create equitable partnerships\nUnderstand the “what” but also the “why” behind their chosen methods and models\, including key decision-points\, challenges and adjustments made along the way\nLearn about opportunities to leverage resources and foster new collaborations and partnerships\n\nWhen: Tuesday\, May 20\, 2025 |12:00 – 1:00 pm PST \nWhere: This is an In-Person event only at Room 2108 BCCHRI (across from the Chan Centre for Family Health Education auditorium)\, BC Children’s Hospital \nTicket Cost: Free \nLunch will be provided for registered participants. \nOur speaker is Dr. Kishore Mulpuri\, a pediatric orthopaedic surgeon in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at BC Children’s Hospital and the Head of the Department of Orthopaedics and Professor at the University of British Columbia (UBC). He is the Research Director of the International Hip Dysplasia Institute (IHDI) and currently holds the medical lead position for the Child Health BC Hip Surveillance Program for Children with Cerebral Palsy. He also is Co-Lead for the Evidence to Innovation Theme at BCCHR. \nDr. Gina Ogilvie\, is the Co-Executive Medical Director of the Institute for Global Health BCCWH. She is a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Global Control of HPV related diseases and prevention\, and Professor at the University of British Columbia in the School of Population and Public Health. She is also Senior Public Health Scientist at BC Centre for Disease Control and Senior Research Advisor at the BC Women’s Hospital and Health Centre. \nReserve your spot now!
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/global-health-spotlight-series-in-conversation-2/
LOCATION:BCCHR room 2108
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250521T123000
DTSTAMP:20250520T163340Z
CREATED:20250520T162755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T163340Z
UID:10002605-1747821600-1747830600@canwach.ca
SUMMARY:Moving the Needle: Reimagining Canada’s Development and Humanitarian Engagement
DESCRIPTION:This event will be available in-person and online. Free to attend.\nCo-hosted by Aga Khan Foundation Canada and the Norman Paterson School of International Affairs at Carleton University. \nIn a world marked by rising conflict\, fragile states\, and unprecedented humanitarian challenges\, Canada must rethink how it engages globally. How can we ensure that our foreign policy delivers real results\, advances peace and security\, and supports those most affected by crises? \nAt this event\, we launch the report: Moving the Needle: Reimagining Canada’s Development and Humanitarian Engagement. Drawing on insights from a dialogue series led by NPSIA\, the report provides a refreshed vision for Canada’s international engagement — one that’s rooted in clear purpose and principled action. From safeguarding civilians to supporting innovation\, peacebuilding\, and inclusive growth\, this is a roadmap to sharpen Canada’s global impact. \nJoin policymakers\, researchers\, and practitioners to explore how Canada can deliver meaningful\, sustained impact in fragile and conflict-affected contexts — and what it will take to translate bold ideas into action. \nRegister here. \nRead the report summary here. \nThe event will be conducted in English. Light refreshments will be provided.\nSpeakers\nDr. Valerie Percival\, Associate Professor and Associate Director\, NPSIA\, Carleton University \nKate Higgins\, Chief Executive Officer\, Cooperation Canada \nTeddy Y. Samy\, Director and Professor of International Affairs\, NPSIA\, Carleton University \nChinelo Agom-Eze\, Ph.D.\, Senior Policy Advisor\, Canadian Foodgrains Bank \nRobert Greenhill\, Executive Chair\, Global Canada \nLouise Holt\, Former Director General\, Global Affairs Canada \nRead our speakers’ bios here.
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/moving-the-needle/
LOCATION:Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat\, 199 Sussex Drive\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 1K6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences,Webinars and Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250523T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250523T190000
DTSTAMP:20250417T131256Z
CREATED:20250417T131256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T131256Z
UID:10002575-1748016000-1748026800@canwach.ca
SUMMARY:Africa Day 2025 - Beyond Strategy: Driving Canada-Africa Impact (DAY 1)
DESCRIPTION:Cohosted by African Impact Initiative & ONE Campaign in Partnership with the African Studies Centre at the University of Toronto \n​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\, and institutions working across both regions to chart the next chapter in Canada-Africa collaboration. \n​What to Expect: \n​The Strategic Imperative – Why Africa Matters for Canada’s Future \n​A Forward-Looking Canada – Leadership & Policy Priorities to Drive the Implementation of the Canada-Africa Strategy \n​Spotlight: Africa Impact Awards – We’ll also honour standout contributions by key players in the African community who are driving transformation across key sectors. \n​Program Highlights: \n\n​Doors open at 4:00 PM\nKeynote\, Panels\, Awards: 4:30-7:00 PM. Expect a mix of bold storytelling\, real-time feedback from stakeholders\, and policy-driven action planning.\n​Networking Mixer + Community Partners Zone. Key organizations in the African community will be available to share more about the work they do engagement opportunities to shape the future together.\n\n​This is more than a forum. It’s a launchpad for impact! \nLearn more here! 
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/africa-day-2025-beyond-strategy-driving-canada-africa-impact-day-1/
LOCATION:U of T: Schwartz Reisman Innovation Campus\, 108 College Street\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5G 0C6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250523T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250523T190000
DTSTAMP:20250515T181242Z
CREATED:20250515T181242Z
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UID:10002603-1748019600-1748026800@canwach.ca
SUMMARY:An Evening With PIH Canada: Stories from the Frontline
DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday\, May 23\, 2025\nTime: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM\nLocation: EVNT by LAUFT\, 95 King Street East\, Unit 101\, Toronto\, ON M5C 1G4 (Get directions)\nAttire: Cocktail reception\nRSVP by: May 21\, 2025\nContact: Crysta Montiel cmontiel@pih.org \nJoin PIH Canada for an evening of conversation\, appetizers\, and insights from two visiting PIH surgeons from Sierra Leone and Liberia. \nAt Partners In Health Canada\, we believe lasting change happens through partnership: with patients\, with frontline health workers\, and with supporters like you. \nJoin us on May 23 for an evening that celebrates the partnerships fueling the global movement for health equity. Enjoy light appetizers\, drinks\, and powerful frontline stories from two visiting PIH surgeons Dr. Gerald Ekwen (Liberia) and Dr. Eugene Niyirera (Sierra Leone) \nBoth are leading efforts to expand access to safe surgical care in communities where the need is greatest. Guests will hear firsthand how solidarity\, training\, and health systems strengthening are saving lives. \nWe can’t wait to see you there. \nAttend here! 
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/an-evening-with-pih-canada-stories-from-the-frontline/
LOCATION:EVNT by LAUFT\, 95 King Street East\, Unit 101\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5C 1G4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250524T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250524T170000
DTSTAMP:20250417T132407Z
CREATED:20250417T132407Z
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UID:10002577-1748084400-1748106000@canwach.ca
SUMMARY:Africa Day 2025 - Beyond Strategy: Driving Canada-Africa Impact (DAY 2)
DESCRIPTION:Cohosted by African Impact Initiative & ONE Campaign\, in Partnership with the African Studies Centre at the University of Toronto \n​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\, and community members for a full day of inspirational stories\, tactical learnings\, and collaborative energy. \n​What’s on the agenda: \n​The Power of the Diaspora – Influence\, Integration & Economic Mobility \n​Entrepreneurship as a Catalyst – Building Trade & Investment Bridges \n​Breakout Sessions: Dive deeper into thematic conversations in small-group sessions designed for real talk and real solutions. \n​Run of Show: \n\n​Doors open at 11:00 AM\n​Panelis + Breakouts: 12:00 – 3:30 PM\n​Marketplace & Community Partners Zone open all day – explore local vendors\, African-led businesses\, and organizations offering resources\, programs and opportunities.\n\n​This isn’t just an event. It’s movement – powered by business\, culture\, and community. \nLearn more here! 
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/africa-day-2025-beyond-strategy-driving-canada-africa-impact-day-2/
LOCATION:U of T: Schwartz Reisman Innovation Campus\, 108 College Street\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5G 0C6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250603T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250603T200000
DTSTAMP:20250522T145604Z
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UID:10002607-1748971800-1748980800@canwach.ca
SUMMARY:Queer voices and visibility in hostile times
DESCRIPTION:Kick-off Toronto Pride season by joining us for a powerful evening of conversation and storytelling at a live recording of Journalists for Human Rights’ (JHR) podcast\, in partnership with Dignity Network Canada\, CUPE\, and Pink Triangle Press: \n​Queer Voices and Visibility in Hostile Times \n​Date: Tuesday\, June 3rd \n​Time: 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM (Live recording + reception) \n​Venue: Allied Music Centre Theatre\, 23 Shuter St\, Toronto\, ON M5B 1T6 \n​This special episode will examine the media’s critical role in shaping public understanding of LGBTQ+ rights—both in Canada and globally—at a time of rising anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric. \n​Featuring guest speakers: \n\n​Kevin Mwachiro – Renowned Writer\, Podcaster\, Journalist\, and Queer Activist from Kenya\n​Tara-Michelle Ziniuk – Managing Editor\, Xtra\n​Lisa LaFlamme (moderator) – Canadian journalist and host of the JHR Podcast\n\n​Together\, these voices from journalism and activism will unpack how global and local challenges intersect\, where media coverage falls short\, and what responsible\, inclusive reporting looks like today. \n​A reception will follow the discussion—connect with community\, continue the conversation\, and enjoy refreshments. \n​RSVP today secure your seat for this vital and timely conversation.
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/queer-voices-and-visibility-in-hostile-times/
LOCATION:Allied Music Centre Theatre\, 23 Shuter St\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5B 1T6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250617
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250620
DTSTAMP:20250203T184907Z
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UID:10002484-1750118400-1750377599@canwach.ca
SUMMARY:KT Canada Summer Institute
DESCRIPTION:Applications for the Summer Institute are now open\, until February 10th. \nVisit our website for details https://bit.ly/KTCSI25! \nThe next KT Canada Summer Institute will take place from June 17-19\, 2025 in Vancouver\, British Columbia. This will be an in-person event. The theme is “KT and Learning Health Systems.” \nThe purpose of the Summer Institute is to provide participants with the opportunity to increase their understanding of knowledge translation research\, as well as opportunities and challenges in this field. \nThe Summer Institute will provide participants with the chance to network with colleagues including national KT experts. \nThe Summer Institute is aimed at graduate students\, post-doctoral and clinical fellows\, junior faculty who study issues relevant to KT\, and those who want to learn more about how to advance their research skills in this area. We encourage applications from a wide range of disciplines that span all of CIHR’s research themes (clinical\, health services\, and population health). \nFollow us on social media:\nBluesky: @KTCanada\nX: @KTCanada \nYou can also email Meghan.Storey@UnityHealth.to with questions.
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/kt-canada-summer-institute-applications-are-open/
LOCATION:Vancouver\, BC
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250618
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250620
DTSTAMP:20250414T161258Z
CREATED:20250414T161258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T161258Z
UID:10002571-1750204800-1750377599@canwach.ca
SUMMARY:From Aid to Action ACIC Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Foreign aid is facing deep uncertainty. Powerful nations are cutting Overseas Development Assistance (ODA)\, threatening global solidarity and long-standing partnerships for justice\, climate action\, and gender equality. ACIC’s 2025 Symposium\, From Aid to Action\, is a space to reflect\, connect\, and act.\n\n\n\nAs ACIC marks 50 years of solidarity and global cooperation\, we bring together civil society leaders\, youth\, policymakers\, and private sector stakeholders to ask: \n\n\nWhat is the role of foreign aid in advancing global equity and justice? \n\n\nHow can we navigate shifting political landscapes to sustain and diversify funding? \n\n\nHow do we prioritize localized\, long-term solutions? \n\n\nJoin us in Halifax on June 18-19\, 2025\, at Saint Mary’s University\, where we will explore lessons from history and pathways to action. In times of uncertainty\, we look back to move forward—learning from the past to shape a just and interconnected future. \nAttend here! 
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/from-aid-to-action-acic-symposium/
LOCATION:Sobey School of Business at SMU\, 903 Robie St\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 3C3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250625T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250625T120000
DTSTAMP:20250616T162813Z
CREATED:20250616T162736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T162813Z
UID:10002623-1750845600-1750852800@canwach.ca
SUMMARY:Afghanistan Today: The State of Press Freedom and Civil Society Inside the Country
DESCRIPTION:​The event will bring together Afghan diaspora voices\, journalists\, civil society leaders\, students\, and policymakers to discuss the ongoing challenges facing Afghanistan’s press freedom and civic space. We will also share findings from my new report\, “Isolated and Denied\,” which documents the collapse of civic space and access to information under Taliban rule. \nAttend here!
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/afghanistan-today-the-state-of-press-freedom-and-civil-society-inside-the-country/
LOCATION:Rogers Communications Centre\, 80 Gould St\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5B 2M7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250703
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250707
DTSTAMP:20250414T160651Z
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UID:10002569-1751500800-1751846399@canwach.ca
SUMMARY:Global Citizenship Youth Conference 2025
DESCRIPTION:The conference is an opportunity for youth to get informed\, get inspired\, and take action on local and global issues in a safe and welcoming space. Participants will meet and engage with a diverse group of youth from different communities and cultures across the four Atlantic provinces. Participants will: \n\n\nConnect with others who are committed to social justice and effective global citizenship \n\n\nChallenge systems and barriers that block change \n\n\nCreate skills that foster personal and professional social change \n\n\nIdentify actionable Change within their communities and circles \n\n\nThe conference is free of charge\, and food and accommodation are provided. ACIC will arrange and cover the expense of all travel for youth participants. \n\n\nThe Global Citizenship Youth Conference invites youth (ages 15-17) to learn about\, and take action on\, global issues. Hosted by the Atlantic Council for International Cooperation\, participants will spend three days (July 3-6\, 2025) at the Tatamagouche Centre in Tatamagouche\, Nova Scotia. \nThrough interactive activities\, discussion\, games\, reflection\, and more\, the conference will explore topics such as peace and conflict\, human rights\, Indigenous realities\, the Sustainable Development Goals\, refugee experiences\, poverty and food sovereignty\, gender equity\, environment\, anti-racism\, 2SLGBTQSIA+ realities\, and more. \nLearn more here! 
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/global-citizenship-youth-conference-2025/
LOCATION:Tatamagouche Centre\, Tatamagouche\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250904T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250904T170000
DTSTAMP:20250902T110119Z
CREATED:20250902T110119Z
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UID:10002709-1756998000-1757005200@canwach.ca
SUMMARY:World Sexual Health Day 2025
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to celebrate World Sexual Health Day\, with the Women’s Health Research Institute. World Sexual Health Day (WSHD) is recognized each year on September 4 and is managed by the World Association for Sexual Health (WAS)\, a global organization dedicated to promoting a world where everyone has access to sexual health\, justice\, rights and pleasure. \nThrough our WSHD event\, we aim to uphold WAS’s mission by raising awareness and fostering dialogue around this year’s theme: Sexual Justice: What Can We Do? —highlighting the importance of equity and autonomy in all aspects of sexual well-being. \nThis free hybrid event will feature special guests from Options for Sexual Health and the Sexual Health And Genito-Pelvic pain Knowledge Empowerment (SHAPE) Hub. We’ll be showcasing rapid-fire presentations on sexual and reproductive health research led by trainees. \nEvent details for #WorldSexualHealthDay2025: \nTime: 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm PST \nDate: Thursday\, September 4th\, 2025 \nWhere: The event will be held both virtually via Zoom and in person at SHY D308 on the Oak Street Campus (4500 Oak Street). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe look forward to celebrating World Sexual Health Day 2025 with you! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAttend here! 
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/world-sexual-health-day-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences,Webinars and Online Events,International Days
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250909T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250909T143000
DTSTAMP:20250821T132725Z
CREATED:20250821T132725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T132725Z
UID:10002687-1757424600-1757428200@canwach.ca
SUMMARY:An Afternoon with Stephen Rulisa: Reading from The Path Less Travelled
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, September 9th\, 2025 at 1:30 PM for a special reading with Dr. Stephen Rulisa\, visiting professor and clinician from Rwanda\, as he shares passages from his new memoir\, The Path Less Travelled. \nDr. Rulisa’s story traces an extraordinary journey—from a nomadic childhood and the hardships of refugee life to becoming a leading voice in medical academia. Orphaned at a young age\, he assumed the role of head of his household\, pursued education against all odds\, and played an active role in Rwanda’s liberation through the Rwandan Patriotic Front movement. His path led him to medical school\, and ultimately\, to shaping the future of medical education in Rwanda. \nPart biography\, part philosophy\, and part call to action\, The Path Less Travelled reflects on resilience\, discipline\, and personal responsibility as the true drivers of success. Rulisa’s reflections speak to young people starting their journey\, those seeking to change course\, and anyone striving to build a purposeful life—one decision at a time. \n\n\n\n\nAt this event\, Dr. Rulisa will share selected passages from his book\, followed by an audience Q&A. \nCopies of The Path Less Travelled will be available for purchase at the event (limited supply)\, and we’ll be raffling off one copy to a lucky attendee. You can also purchase the book online here. \nThis is a free event but please register for your spot \, as space is limited. Food and drinks will be provided for registered guests. \nAbout the author:\nDr. Stephen Rulisais a medical doctor specializing in obstetrics and gynecology\, with a PhD in public health focused on malaria. He is a seasoned clinical researcher with over 18 years of experience in epidemiology and public health\, particularly in reproductive health\, and has a strong interest in health systems strengthening. \nHe has led and collaborated on numerous research projects\, both within Rwanda and in international\, multicenter studies. Currently\, he serves as a clinician and Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Rwanda and holds adjunct appointments at several international universities. \nAttend here! 
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/an-afternoon-with-stephen-rulisa-reading-from-the-path-less-travelled/
LOCATION:BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute\, room 2108\, 938 West 28th Avenue\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5Z 4H4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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SUMMARY:Global Reads - AKFC's Book Club (September Edition)
DESCRIPTION:We live in a time of complex\, interconnected challenges — where traditional solutions often fall short and real change demands new ways of thinking and acting. Join AKFC for an evening of thought-provoking discussions about Everyday Habits for Transforming Systems: The Catalytic Power of Radical Engagement. This book is a powerful exploration of how everyday habits can spark transformation in the systems that shape our lives. \nIn this session\, celebrated author and systems change expert\, Adam Kahane will be joined by The Honourable Farah Mohamed\, to discuss how everyday practices of radical engagement can help us tackle today’s most urgent challenges. Together\, they will lead attendees in a dialogue on what it takes to shift entrenched systems by leaning into collaboration\, curiosity\, and resilience. \nIf you’re passionate about creating positive change\, working across differences\, and finding practical ways to transform complex challenges\, this event is for you. \nAdditional information for attendees:\n\nWhen you register\, please indicate your interest in attending in-person at the Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat or attending online (Zoom) by selecting the relevant ticket option.\nNetworking/Refreshments: In-person attendees are encouraged to participate in an informal networking session and enjoy refreshments after the event.\nPlease note that this event will be offered in English only.\n\nAttend here! 
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/global-reads-akfcs-book-club-september-edition/
LOCATION:Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat\, 199 Sussex Drive\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 1K6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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SUMMARY:New Innovations to Reduce Maternal and Child Mortality: Tools to Achieve Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
DESCRIPTION:Please join the UBC Department of Pediatrics and Institute for Global Health for a Pediatric Grand \nRounds by Dr. Stephen Rulisa\, visiting professor and clinician from Rwanda\, on “New Innovations to Reduce Maternal and Child Mortality: Tools to Achieve Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)”. \nLearning objectives: \n\nHighlight global trends in maternal and child mortality in relation to SDG targets.\nDiscuss innovative technologies\, interventions\, and strategies to reduce maternal and child mortality.\n\nEveryone is welcome! We would love to see you in-person at the Chan Centre at BCCHR\, but if you are unable to attend\, the Zoom details are provided here.
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/new-innovations-to-reduce-maternal-and-child-mortality-tools-to-achieve-sustainable-development-goals-sdgs/
LOCATION:The Chan Centre for Family Health Centre Education\, 950 West 28th Avenue\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences,Webinars and Online Events
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