The IGH Trainee Network Toronto Chapter

As Heart Month comes to a close, let’s not allow the conversation to fade with the red lights. If you are interested in what must come next, I invite you to read and reflect on how we can move from awareness to real accountability: healthydebate.ca/2026/03/topic/… via @HealthyDebate

Did you know that our @IGHnetwork_UTor hosts a monthly virtual speaker series showcasing trainee-led research focused on sex, gender, and health? These sessions are one of my favourite initiatives within our community: eventbrite.ca/e/cihr-institu…

Join us for the next CIHR IGH Trainee Speaker Series as we explore new directions in understanding and treating treatment-resistant depression. 🗓 January 14, 2025 ⏰ 12:00–1:00 PM ET 📍 Virtual. Register for free at: eventbrite.ca/e/cihr-institu…

Last week we kicked off the CIHR IGH Trainee Series hosted by @IGHnetwork_UTor Renato Barbosa dos Santos presented on “Lost in the binary sex/gender data” highlighting overlooked identities & the need for inclusive, standardized reporting. More info: eventbrite.ca/e/cihr-institu…

Yesterday I had the pleasure of moderating a panel on sex- and gender-based analysis (SGBA) in Health & Rehab Sciences. Organized by the @IGHnetwork_UTor, the event brought ~50 participants, showing strong interest in embedding SGBA in research & practice.

Our @IGHnetwork_UTor has been very busy organizing multiple events to build awareness and capacity in sex and gender science among trainees! See this thread for upcoming events 👇

Join us Wednesday, September 24, 12–1 PM (EDT) for a panel discussion on SGBA in Health & Rehabilitation Sciences! Graduate students and postdocs will share how they integrate SGBA into their research, followed by a Q&A. Register by September 17: eventbrite.ca/e/sex-and-gend…

Thank you @CIHRIGH for featuring our @IGHnetwork_UTor in your July newsletter! As we approach our 2-year mark, we’re proud of our growth and excited to keep mentoring and learning with an amazing group of trainees. More: cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/36337.html

Caring about SGBA in health research should begin early in your academic journey. If you're an undergrad, grad student, or PDF at @UofT, join our @IGHnetwork_UTor! We’re building a vibrant community through workshops, networking, collaborations, and leadership opportunities.

Congratulations to two of our chapter members, Amanda Namchuk and Zara Stelfox, on their poster presentations at the 2025 OSSD Annual Meeting 🎉🎉

WHRC Trainee Travel Awards are OPEN! Up to 20× $250 CAD awards to help members present or attend women’s health / sex-gender conferences. Membership is free and so’s the application. Deadline June 20, 5 pm ET. Apply 👉 ow.ly/whSw50VRaHj #AcademicTwitter #WomenInSTEM

Super excited to share the story behind the development of OurHeartsOurStories.com and what it meant to engage women with lived experience in this project. Grateful to co-present with Gayl McKinley, my patient partner & co-PI. Thanks @PiPER_UHN for the opportunity!

Missed the April 28th Trainee Research Presentations on menopause? 🧠📚 Catch the replays on YouTube and explore innovative, multidisciplinary research by talented trainees. #WomensHealth #MenopauseResearch 👉 youtu.be/0A7EkmZn2tg

Check out two of our fantastic members' @madeline__wood and @VandelooScience presentations on April 28‼️ Register for free here: womenshealthresearchcluster.com/events/a-multi…

It’s been 1 month since we launched ourheartsourstories.com, and we’re thrilled by the response so far! These numbers reflect more than just website traffic - they represent real people, real experiences, and the power of storytelling in cardiovascular health.

A BIG thank you to the PiPER Roadshow for their presentation on Plain Language Summaries yesterday! Our group learned so much!

We are so excited to be hosting a workshop with the PiPER Roadshow! If you want to learn how to communicate your research, register with this link: forms.gle/BwntE9pW47UNXq…

Teams that lunch together, advance #SexandGender research together

Happy Women’s Health Research Day! ⭐ Although incorporation of #SABV or #SGBA has sparked progress, research must more thoroughly address factors unique to women’s health and analyze data by sex and gender to improve outcomes for all. 💡 🔗 Learn more: womenshealthresearchcluster.com

Can't believe it's been 1 year since I became senior mentor for the @IGHnetwork_UTor. It’s been amazing connecting with talented trainees and chapters across 🇨🇦. In just 12 months, we’ve hosted 3 events, grown to 12 members, and submitted a grant proposal! More to come!