Faculty of Community Services

👏 Congratulations to @TMUsurp professor Pamela Robinson (@pjrplan). She's received the highest honour a planner in Canada can receive — induction to the Canadian Institute of Planners’ esteemed College of Fellows! Read the full announcement: cip-icu.ca/news/the-canad…

TMU created the Postdoctoral Fellowships for Black Scholars program to expand and advance Black scholarship and intellectual traditions, and support the academic endeavours of the Black community. Learn more in this week's GRAD+Postdoc News: rebrand.ly/ltl0wcf

Coming May 23: Daphne Cockwell School of Nursing's 2nd Annual Symposium at @TorontoMet. This year’s theme: Shaping the Future of Nursing. Join @NursingTMU for conversation, inspiration & ideas on leadership, student wellbeing, research & more. torontomu.ca/fcs-news-event…

Advance your career! @TorontoMet's Master of Science in Occupational & Public Health is unique in Canada — combining 2 interrelated fields into 1 degree. There’s still time to apply! See if it's right for you: torontomu.ca/occupational-p… #OHS #WorkplaceSafety #PublicHealth

Have you ever had to veer suddenly to avoid hitting an animal on the highway? @TorontoMet prof. Nina-Marie Lister-@nmlister-works on restoring ecosystems and reconnecting fragmented habitats with wildlife crossings. More: tinyurl.com/bd38d9df @fcstorontomet #EarthDay #research

@TorontoMet alumnus Ali Shirzadeh pivoted from physiotherapist to research & management at @KITE_UHN. An MSc #GradDegree in Occupational & Public Health helped equip him for it. Check out the MSc: torontomu.ca/occupational-p… #OccupationalHealth #OHS #WorkplaceSafety #PublicHealth

Federal elections happen next Monday. Housing remains a major issue. @TMUsurp prof @NemoyL sat down with CTV @YourMorning to evaluate Liberal, Conservative & NDP policy solutions. Watch: ow.ly/f5sW50VFHmI #UrbanPlanning #FederalElections #HousingCrisis #AffordableHousing

In honour of #EarthDay, hear from two innovative alumni entrepreneurs about their pursuit of cleaner transportation options: ow.ly/8r1250Vw5cH

Open elective Black Birthing & Health Equity (MWF 508) returns in Fall 2025! @MidwiferyTMU prof @bipocmidwife exposes the exclusion of historical Black midwives in Canada from their profession & ancestral traditions. Priority enrolment May 7-9! ow.ly/Y52a50VEUcc

Advance your career! Join @CYCtmu for a virtual info session on TMU's Master of Arts in Child and Youth Care. 📅 Tues., Apr. 22 (5-6pm) on Zoom Register: ow.ly/xNhu50VBZpn #TorontoMet #CYC #ChildAndYouthCare #GradDegree #GradSchool

Amid $billions in U.S. funding cuts to essential programs, TMU early childhood studies prof Donna Koller speaks out about devastating impacts to the global health & well-being of children in lower-income areas. Read her Letter to the Editor in @nytimes ow.ly/e2fq50VySEv

In the latest Alumni blog, @FCSTorontoMet alumna Melanie Amadusun shows us how simple actions, like supporting local businesses and volunteering, can create lasting change in our communities. ow.ly/AaYw50V4rzh

.@AleemPunja, @FCSTorontoMet Disability Studies ’16, shows us that progress comes through collaboration and selfless service. He's breaking barriers and lifting children in care, youth seeking adoption and Indigenous communities. More about Aleem: ow.ly/o7cA50V4vbX

Let’s redefine excellence! Join us at the 6th Annual Black Excellence Mixer — where Black students, faculty and staff at TMU will build community and connection. When: Thurs. Feb 27 (5-7pm) Where: TMU Student Learning Centre (SLC 8th floor) Register at torontomu.ca/mixer

The climate is changing, and @TorontoMet researchers are taking action. From reducing greenhouse gas emissions to creating #sustainable packaging, they are at the forefront of climate solutions. Learn more in our Innovation newsletter: bit.ly/3Qls4O7 #ClimateAction

Did you know a diverse garden with native plants supports biodiversity? @TMUsurp prof. Nina-Marie Lister’s ‘Bylaws for Biodiversity’ project helps cities support natural yards and healthy ecosystems. Learn more in Innovation: bit.ly/3EVQ1Zy #ClimateAction #Sustainability

In this month's Community Impact Issue, we spotlight alumni making a difference, a scholarship for Black & Indigenous law students, and ways to give back. Discover how the TMU community is driving meaningful change: ow.ly/pkhb50UZi9X

Bike lanes increase cyclists' safety and reduce traffic. Why, then, is the Ontario government removing them? Bike lane expert and @TorontoMet urban planning professor @RaktimMitra shares his insights in this @TheWorld article: bit.ly/4jKtAXq @surpTMU @fcstorontomet

The Black Excellence Mixer brings together Black students, faculty and staff to build community and connection in an intentional, relaxed environment. Join us on the 8th floor of the Student Learning Centre on February 27. Register: bit.ly/4aQYN7m @ECItorontomet

Happy Black History Month! Celebrate the achievements of Black communities in Canada, listen to stories, and learn more about Black history and contributions to Canadian society. Follow along this February as we share events and resources at TMU.