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2025 National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

2025 National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Each year, September 30 marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The day honours the children who never returned home and Survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities. Public commemoration of the tragic and painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools [...]

2025-09-30T09:44:25-04:00September 30th, 2025|Categories: General, Newsletter|

Conversations about Health in Black Communities – Family Past, Family Future

Conversations About Health in Black Communities The Canadian Donation and Transplantation Research Program (CDTRP) and the Caribbean African Regenerative Medicine (CARM) Project are proud to present a new webinar series focused on health and well-being in African, Caribbean, and Black (ACB) communities. Conversations About Health in Black Communities will explore lived experiences, health [...]

2025-09-17T11:47:07-04:00September 17th, 2025|Categories: General, Newsletter|

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS: 2026 KFOC Medal for Research Excellence

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2026 Medal for Research Excellence. Nominations will be due by October 09, 2025 at 8:00 pm EST. Nominations for this award are sought from: the Foundation’s branch network and committees; organizations external to the Foundation and Program Directors of Nephrology and Urology; the research community. For more information [...]

2025-10-06T18:32:32-04:00October 6th, 2025|Categories: General, Newsletter|

Exploring barriers, facilitators and researchers’ needs in patient engagement for clinical trials

Dr. Dean Fergusson and his research team are investigating barriers, facilitators and researchers' needs in patient engagement for clinical trials. Background Currently, there is limited information about the challenges both researchers and patient partners face in engaging together in clinical trials, and the facilitators that support this process. The purpose of this study [...]

2025-10-06T18:20:51-04:00October 6th, 2025|Categories: General, Newsletter|

Impact training awards 2026-2027 cohort

IMPaCT Training Awards applications for the 2026-27 cohort are now being accepted!  Applications will be accepted until 5pm CT on October 17, 2025. The application form and additional award information can be viewed here. For any questions regarding the application process or IMPaCT program, please contact IMPaCT at impactrials@gmail.com

2025-09-30T08:35:45-04:00September 30th, 2025|Categories: General, Newsletter|

Celebrate Transplant 2025

The Organ Donation and Transplant Research Foundation of BC is hosting their annual in-person Celebrate Transplant event on October 1. This inspiring evening will feature engaging presentations from leading experts in organ donation and transplantation, as well as powerful stories from families and recipients whose lives have been touched by living donation and transplantation. [...]

2025-09-30T08:18:55-04:00September 30th, 2025|Categories: General, Newsletter|

Move for Life Foundation’s 3rd annual 5km Walk-n-Talk event – October 4

On Saturday, October 4 @ 10:00am (local time) at 3 national locations, Move for Life Foundation celebrates its 3rd annual 5km Walk-n-Talk event. This walk is dedicated to raising awareness and funds to reduce the wait time for organ transplants. This event is not just a walk but an opportunity to engage in important conversations [...]

2025-09-30T07:40:22-04:00September 30th, 2025|Categories: General, Newsletter|

2025 Online Knowledge Translation (KT) Conference

Mark your calendars for the 2025 Online Knowledge Translation (KT) Conference happening October 20, 21, and 23, 2025 (1–5 p.m. ET each day). This free, fully virtual event is open to all. Join KT experts and peers from across the country to: Learn how to measure KT impact Explore new digital strategies for [...]

2025-09-30T07:25:16-04:00September 30th, 2025|Categories: General, Newsletter|

Black Voices in Kidney Health: How to Get Involved and Impact Care

Join this free online session designed for Black Canadians living with kidney disease, their families, and caregivers. Learn how to get involved in kidney research, hear from Black patient partners, and explore ways to drive equity in care. Date/time: Oct 9 | 12–1:15 pm ET Register: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_96se0EUCTOWoCkiGWb5M1g#/registration

2025-09-23T10:41:51-04:00September 23rd, 2025|Categories: General, Newsletter|
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