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Students at IHPME have a unique opportunity to learn within innovative research and professional programs in diverse areas of study. Find out how you can get involved with IHPME’s extensive network and cultivate valuable connections in and beyond the classroom.

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IHPME Student Elected to U of T’s Governing Council

March 31, 2025

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  • Apr 30

    Payment deadline to avoid service charges on unpaid Fall/Winter (September to April) session tuition and non-tuition fees for students who…; have successfully registered without payment because they are receiving a full funding package via a research stipend, a major award or scholarship, teaching assistantships, and/or sponsorships. Monthly service charges will begin accruing on May 15.

  • May 2

    Registration deadline for students registering or starting their program in the Summer (May to August) session…; after this date, a late registration fee will be assessed. Minimum required payment due (unpaid fees from previous session[s] + 50% of Summer session tuition fees).

  • May 12

    Final date to enrol in May-to-June or May-to-August session courses

  • May 14

    Grades for Winter session courses available for viewing by students on ACORN

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Research & Impact Day 2025: Bridging the Gap Between Research and Reality

May
7

May 7, 2025 from 8am-5pm (EDT)

Health Sciences Building
155 College Street

Event Details
A promotional graphic for the "Climate & Health Seminar Series" featuring a talk titled "Sustainable Healthcare: Where Healthcare and Climate Change Intersect." The event is scheduled for Wednesday, May 21, 2025, from 12:00–1:00 pm EST. The speaker is Dr. John Bonning, a Specialist Emergency Medicine Physician. The graphic has a blue-green gradient background with white text. In the bottom left corner, there are logos for the University of Toronto and the Collaborative Centre for Climate, Health & Sustainable Care. In the bottom right corner, the Choosing Wisely Canada logo is displayed. A circular headshot of Dr. John Bonning, wearing a patterned shirt and smiling, is positioned on the right side of the image.

Sustainable Healthcare: Where Healthcare and Climate Change Intersect

May
21

May 21, 2025 from Noon-1pm (EDT)

Online Via Zoom

Partner & Affiliate Events

Event Details
Promotional flyer for a two-part event titled "Engaging Community Voices: Making Progress Towards Health Equity through Research in Northwestern Toronto." The flyer invites participants to join two sessions of talks and interactive activities aimed at engaging the local community in health equity research. Session 1: When: Thursday, May 22, 2025, from 5:00–8:00 PM Where: York Woods Library Theatre, 1785 Finch Avenue West, Toronto, ON Who: Community members and anyone interested in health equity research What: Keynote lectures and an opportunity to learn about local research projects during a networking reception Includes QR code to register for Session 1 Session 2: When: Friday, May 23, 2025, from 1:00–5:00 PM Where: Humber River Health, Wilson Site, Paul B. Helliwell Auditorium (Level 3), 1235 Wilson Avenue, Toronto, ON Who: Healthcare professionals, researchers, and community members What: Presentations on local research initiatives and breakout sessions to establish local research priorities Includes QR code to register for Session 2 The flyer also notes that food and beverages will be provided, and parking is available at both venues. Contact email: nakbar@hrh.ca. Logos from CIHR, Humber River Health, and North Western Toronto OHT appear at the bottom, along with a welcoming note from Dr. Nadine Akbar and Fatah Awil on behalf of the planning committee. Background image shows a group of people participating in a roundtable discussion.

Engaging Community Voices: Making Progress Towards Health Equity through Research in Northwestern Toronto

May 22–23

May 22-23, 2025

IHPME Events / Partner & Affiliate Events

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DLSPH Dean’s Alumni Cocktail Reception

May
28

May 28, 2025 from 5:30pm-7:30pm (EDT)

The Faculty Club
41 Willcocks St, Toronto, ON M5S 3G3

IHPME Events / Partner & Affiliate Events

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Climate, Health & Sustainable Care 2025 Annual Symposium

Oct
30

Oct 30, 2025 from 9am-5pm (EDT)

Hart House, University of Toronto

IHPME Events

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Getting the Most out of Your Degree

Finance Your Degree

At IHPME, we offer a variety of financial supports to help you succeed in our graduate programs.

Research at IHPME

IHPME is directly involved in the development, leadership, and sustainability of several ongoing research activities. Find helpful resources for your research.

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Collaborative Specializations

Explore our collaborative specializations that bring together faculty and students on a specific topic through specialized courses and seminars.

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Guidelines for Reading Courses

Explore a topic not currently offered as a graduate course.

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DLSPH Good Academic Standing and Satisfactory Progress

Students are encouraged to review the full DLPSH Good Standing Guideline as needed.

Programs

Learn about your program details.

TA and RA Opportunities

Teaching and Research Assistant opportunities are posted regularly at IHPME.

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Student Support

Mental Health and Wellness

We are here to support you when you need it. Learn about the ways to access mental health and wellness support.

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Writing Resources

The Graduate Centre for Academic Communication regularly offers writing workshops on a variety of relevant topics to help support your graduate studies.

Student Life offers graduate writing groups to help focus on your writing goals with the support of an experienced graduate student facilitator.

Academic Appeals

Find out more about the process of academic appears outlined by the School of Graduate Studies.

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International Students

View resources and supports for international students.

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Housing

Immerse yourself in university life by living on campus. Each UofT campus has a range of housing options.

Immerse yourself in university life by living on campus. Each UofT campus has a range of housing options.

Housing

Housing Emergency Support

Student Life – Housing

Off-campus: housing.services@utoronto.ca

On-campus (residence): residence@utoronto.ca

Personal Time Off Policy

This policy allows you to take up to 15 days off annually, to support your wellbeing and mental and physical health.

Research-stream: The timing of your personal time off can be flexible. See policy for details.

Professional-stream: Your personal time off will be determined by your program’s curriculum. Students are encourage to take time off between blocks.

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Library Support

How can I get help from the library for my course assignments and other research projects, like systematic or scoping reviews?

The Gerstein Science Information Centre is Canada’s largest academic science and health science library, and is part of the University of Toronto Library’s system of 40 libraries. You can use any of these libraries, but Gerstein will be your main one.  To use health databases (e.g. Medline, Embase, Cochrane, etc), we recommend accessing them directly via the Gerstein website.  For additional research resources and tips, please visit this IHPME guide and this Systematic & Scoping Reviews guide.

The liaison librarian for IHPME is Vincci Lui (vincci.lui@utoronto.ca), based at Gerstein.

  • General library support: Includes connecting you with library materials and resources, book/ebook purchase requests, and any other library-related questions
  • Research support: Includes one-on-one consultations (in-person or virtual), in support of course assignments, and including general guidance on comprehensive search strategy development for knowledge syntheses (e.g. systematic and scoping reviews)

University of Toronto Academic Policies

Incoming Students

By accepting your offer, you will be joining an extensive and influential network of health system leaders. See what’s next for you.

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Graduate Student Union

The IHPME Graduate Students’ Union (IHPME GSU) represents all IHPME students. IHPME GSU enhances student life through community events and acts as a liaison with the University of Toronto Graduate Students’ Union on school-wide policies and administration. See how you can get involved.

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School of Graduate Studies (SGS)

The SGS team is here to help you feel prepared and ready to thrive at the University of Toronto. Explore SGS resources to find the essential information you need at every phase of your graduate student journey.

School of Graduate Studies (SGS)

SGS is committed to continuously improving all aspects of the graduate student experience, as well as delivering high-quality support services and resources.

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SGS Forms

Find student forms and letter requests. For example: add/drop a course, leave of absence, etc.

Consult IHPME SharePoint for where to send each form.

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SGS Calendar

View program and session dates for the upcoming academic calendar year.

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SGS General Regulations

Read guidance and information about general regulations.

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Graduate Supervision Guidelines

Find information about getting started and working with your supervisor.

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Intellectual Property

Learn about intellectual property issues and relevant University policies.

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Good Academic Standing and Satisfactory Progress

Learn about the academic expectations and requirements as a graduate student.

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Career Resources

Jobs

IHPME posts relevant professional opportunities at UofT and beyond.

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Career Centre for Recent Grads

Career services are here to help you with your next steps for up to two years after you graduate.

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Career Exploration Education

Student Life helps students explore what they can do with their degree, discover job opportunities, and further education.

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Student Led Conference

IHPME students can get involved in the annual Student Led Conference that features relevant topics of interest.

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Contact Us

For students in CEHCR, HSR, MHI, MHSc, QIPS and SLI contact the Graduate Assistant. For students in HPER contact the HPER Graduate Assistant/Program Assistant.

Graduate Assistant

Devrim Sen (acting)
Email Address: ihpme.grad.assist@​utoronto.ca

Coordinates various graduate initiatives including defences, student events, and graduation.

HPER Graduate Assistant/ Program Assistant

Cheryl Ku
Email Address: ihpme.hper@​utoronto.ca

Coordinates HPER, including courses, admissions, defenses, graduation, and student records