Webinars & Seminars
Upcoming Events
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
September 30 — Narrative CVs for Tri-Agency and Other External Funding Applications (external link, opens in new window)
October 21 — Impacts of International Partnerships (external link, opens in new window)
November 18 — International Funding Agencies (external link, opens in new window)
Winter 2027
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 free 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
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.