November 29, 2019
In response to student voices around the issue of mental health support, the IHPME Graduate Student Union (IHPME GSU) has created a new role as part of its executive team, that of the Health and Wellness lead. The aim of… Read more about IHPME GSU takes the lead in fostering a culture of mental health support and wellness
October 25, 2019
On October 10, University of Toronto President Meric Gertler presented over 100 volunteers with the U of T Arbor Award, a prize given to individuals who are exemplary in their dedication and service to the community. IHPME alumnus Lee Fairclough… Read more about An ambassador for IHPME, alumna and health care leader Lee Fairclough wins U of T Arbor Award
September 12, 2019
Each year a deserving graduate of IHPME’s Master of Health Science in Health Administration (MHSc) program is selected as one of six Canadian students to receive the Robert Wood Johnson Award. Given to those who have made promising contributions to… Read more about MHSc graduate passionate about palliative care wins 2019 Robert Wood Johnson Award
March 6, 2019
Victoria Haldane, a first-year PhD student at the Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation, is passionate about using health services research to transform patient care. As a researcher she is also focused on the landscape of equality in both… Read more about Seeking Action and Cultivating Inclusive Academic Environments, IHPME student contributes to the Lancet Special Issue on Advancing Women in Science, Medicine and Global Health
March 5, 2019
Over 35% of Canada’s workforce are caregivers. The balancing act it takes to manage employment and caregiving responsibilities is not only detrimental to the Canadian economy with an estimated loss of $1.3 billion annually, it is also leading to negative health… Read more about U of T researcher on why Canadians need to care more about caregivers
January 30, 2019
Young people who develop type 2 diabetes earlier in life have an increased risk of developing a serious mental illness before the age of 40. This is according to a new study that found one-third of hospitalizations for patients with… Read more about Diabetes in Young People Increases Risk of Mental Illness – U of T study in partnership with Hong Kong
November 8, 2018
This month, the first cohort of MSc System Leadership and Innovation (SLI) students graduate from IHPME. A unique program and the only one of its kind in Canada, the MSc SLI provides an opportunity for emerging physicians, residents and fellows… Read more about System Leaders, Innovative Thinkers. First cohort of MSc SLI students graduate
September 12, 2018
Professor Raisa Deber of the Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation has been elected as one of 89 new Fellows to the Royal Society of Canada (RSC). It is one of the highest honours an individual can achieve in… Read more about A Change Maker in Health Care Policy, Raisa Deber named Royal Society of Canada Fellow
July 20, 2018
Obesity, physical inactivity, diabetes, and opioids are just some of the prominent health issues facing modern cities. Often many of these challenges can lead to poor health outcomes and the development of chronic conditions. Healthy Barrie, a partnership between the… Read more about Tackling Urban Health Challenges in the City of Barrie
July 9, 2018
IHPME is pleased to share the news that Professor Adalsteinn (Steini) Brown has been appointed to a five-year term as the new Dean of the Dalla Lana School of Public Health. Professor Brown has previously served as the Director of… Read more about Adalsteinn Brown Appointed to Five Year Term as Dean of DLSPH