Events & Research in Action
Explore upcoming learning, research, and knowledge-sharing opportunities from Fredericks Research. The Events page features professional development programs, research workshops, international educational initiatives, webinars, seminars, and conference presentations that showcase current research, emerging evidence, and innovative practices in healthcare.
Upcoming Events
Advancing Research Excellence: Skills for Scholarly Impact
September 2026 – March 2027 | Online
A six-part professional development series designed to strengthen research capacity and support researchers across stages of the research lifecycle. Developed through a collaboration between The Institute for Education Research (TIER), University Health Network (UHN), and the Urban Health Research Network (UHRN), Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU).
The series offers practical strategies for strengthening research profiles, developing scholarly expertise, engaging with research communities, and increasing the reach and impact of scholarly work.
Fall 2026
Winter 2027
Statistical Analysis Workshop
January 15, March 12 & May 14, 2027 | Online
Exploring Group Differences and Associations: A Practical Guide to t-Tests, Chi-Square, and Correlational Analysis Using SPSS
A beginner-friendly workshop developed through a collaboration between CONNECT (Cardiac Surgery International Nursing and Allied Professional Research Network) and UHRN, Toronto Metropolitan University.
Using a realistic synthetic cardiac rehabilitation dataset and clinical case study, participants will develop practical skills in SPSS, statistical test selection, data analysis, and interpretation.
Focus: SPSS • Quantitative Research Methods • Statistical Analysis
Level: Beginner
Format: Recorded workshop
Canada–Brazil Educational Series on Contemporary Urban and Global Health
October 5 – December 7, 2026 | Online | Free
An international ten-week knowledge-exchange initiative connecting urban and global health perspectives across Canada and Brazil.
Featuring expert perspectives from Toronto and Fortaleza, the series explores contemporary challenges in urban and global health through interdisciplinary learning, cross-cultural dialogue, and reflection-based activities.
Participants will engage with 10 expert-led presentations, accompanied by reflection-based learning activities, with opportunities to consider how knowledge and approaches can be applied across diverse healthcare systems, communities, and contexts.
10 weeks • 10 presentations • 10 learning activities • Canada–Brazil collaboration • Self-paced
Certificate of Participation available upon completion.
Featured Events & Presentations
Webinars & Seminars
Explore recorded webinars, seminars, and online sessions featuring research findings, emerging evidence, and contemporary issues in healthcare.
This session will explore best practices for developing a CV for research grant applications including the new narrative CV required for external granting funding bodies such as CIHR, SSHRC, and NSERC. This virtual one-hour session will also cover how to craft effective cover letters.
This session explains what research impact is, how to use metrics responsibly, and how to build researcher profiles with ORCID, Google Scholar, and persistent identifiers.
This session explains what research impact is, how to use metrics responsibly, and how to build researcher profiles with ORCID, Google Scholar, and persistent identifiers.
This session explores key considerations for developing a strong Research Ethics Board (REB) proposal, covering essential elements for successful research ethics approval.
This session covers how to find external funding through grant databases, institutional offices, foundations, and industry partners, plus networking and tips for searching smarter.
This session covers what to consider before writing a grant, how to write a clear submission, required components like the lay summary and EDI, and the funding life cycle.
Workshops
Discover educational and research-development workshops designed to build knowledge, strengthen research skills, and support research capacity.
Call for Papers!
IHTP invites researchers to submit their work for our upcoming special issue focused on global health inequalities, equitable access to healthcare, and evidence-based research.
📄 Submissions may include:
✔️ Original research and review articles
✔️ Commentaries and editorials
✔️ Theoretical and conceptual papers
✔️ Policy papers and field reports
📅 Submission deadline: March 31, 2027
Interested in contributing? Visit the journal website to learn more and submit your work, or message us for more information!
https://www.youtube.com/post/UgkxwJsrmdZZgRyyBDqBEm8feGEyLZpCMWVA (external link)
Documentaries, Videos & Podcasts
Discover documentaries, videos, and podcast conversations that bring research to life through expert perspectives, emerging evidence, and real-world experiences. These resources connect research with healthcare practice, communities, and broader audiences.
https://youtu.be/L1w6dNzSF6M (external link)
In Affirming Care, Inclusive Futures, Dr. Erin Ziegler discusses her work in gender-affirming care and the importance of inclusive, affirming, and equitable approaches to health care.
Dr. Ziegler is an Associate Professor with the Daphne Cockwell School of Nursing at Toronto Metropolitan University and a Nurse Practitioner. Her research and clinical area of focus is on gender-affirming care.
https://youtu.be/whMrY1l799w (external link)
In this UHRN Research Documentary, Rezwana Rahman, a nurse, researcher, and PhD student at Toronto Metropolitan University, discusses her research on the “sandwich generation” — individuals who care for both their children and aging parents.
Through this research, Rezwana aims to better understand the shared experiences of caregivers, create space for connection, and advocate for stronger services and resources for caregivers, aging parents, and children.
Dr. Joyal Miranda - https://youtube.com/shorts/dx_DPGkNAd8 (external link)
Mr. Gaurav Phatak - https://youtube.com/shorts/oyIBCOr3-RE (external link)
Ms. Alanna De Fry - https://youtube.com/shorts/Nish-uFjMXs (external link)
Dr. Yamini Bhatt - https://youtube.com/shorts/oI6jrG4hHsA (external link)
Mr. Thiago Martins De Sousa - https://youtube.com/shorts/X_OEFSpond0 (external link)
Dr. Ariel Costa - https://youtube.com/shorts/XstBZVKg6kA (external link)
Past Events
Browse a collection of previous events highlighting research activities, educational initiatives, knowledge-sharing opportunities, and collaborations across healthcare and research communities.