Events

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This workshop will build on foundational frameworks and concepts related to sexual and gender diversity and support participants to build a deeper understanding of gender identity and gender expression. Through a series of practical strategies, reflective activities, and engaging conversations, participants will gain skills to recognize how gendered ideas and assumptions might emerge in everyday […]

The Schwartz Reisman Innovation Campus, in partnership with Mitacs and the Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI) invites University of Toronto researchers to participate in a matchmaking initiative on May 6, 2026 (11am-2pm) to connect with Ontario-based life science startups and scaleups and catalyze partnered research projects. With a focus on life science, participating companies are seeking academic expertise […]

Lunch & Learn - Inclusive Event Planning Bring your lunch to an engaging session where we’ll focus on practical design strategies to ensure that your events incorporate accessibility considerations and are inclusive of religious, spiritual or creed-ased observances. We’ll offer considerations for dates of recognition, observance and celebration, and opportunities to proactively identify and respond […]

This workshop offers a foundational understanding of how anti-Muslim, anti-Arab, and anti-Palestinian* discrimination manifests in learning, working, and research environments at the University of Toronto and explores the University's policy and legal responsibilities in addressing it. Premised on current human rights and policy frameworks, this session will help participants build awareness of the lived experiences […]

This session provides participants with an overview of the human rights code grounds pertaining to racial and race related discrimination with a focus on - Anti-Asian racism in Canada. Through examples and scenarios, participants will explore how Anti-Asian racial discrimination manifests in work and learning environments. Participants will be introduced to tools to effectively respond […]

This module provides a global overview of the threat environment when travelling. It provides a summary of techniques used by foreign governments to gain advantage over and acquisition of research, and provides best practices to follow before, during, and after travel. Module 6 - Learning Objectives Raise awareness of travel risks Enable researchers to make […]

This session brings together leaders from the University of British Columbia and the University of Toronto to share and discuss effective strategies for advancing gender inclusion in leadership. Through a cross institutional dialogue, participants will explore the importance of gender inclusive practices and consider practical approaches for strengthening equity within their organizational environments. The session […]

Prof. Karen Levy and Prof. Yochai Benkler join the Faculty of Information to explore the impacts of pervasive technology in the workplace. Artificial intelligence is often discussed as a force that will replace workers. In many workplaces, the more immediate shift is different: digital systems are already changing how work is organized, monitored and judged. […]

SRI's annual conference serves as a critical nexus for understanding and responding to some of AIs most pressing questions. Connecting technical researchers, social scientists, and humanists, Absolutely Interdisciplinary fosters new ways of thinking about the challenges presented by AI and other powerful technologies to build a future that promotes human well-being—for everyone.

This event brings together leading researchers from across the social sciences and humanities to explore the practical realities of integrating AI into qualitative and historical research. Experts from a variety of fields, including sociology, history, geography, and political science, will provide candid, nuts-and-bolts accounts of how they use AI tools in their work, from leveraging […]

SSHRC will be holding webinars for applicants and research administrators to provide information about Connection Grants. These webinars will also include discussion of the upcoming Sustainable Agriculture Research Initiative Connection Grants. Please note that webinar registration information and communications appear in your browser's preferred language setting. If you have technical questions, please contact: Helpdesk Tel.: […]

In this session, members from the Family and Child Health Initiative team will share findings from a community-driven effort to co-design a paediatric sickle cell disease satellite clinic at Trillium Health Partners. By working with children, caregivers, clinicians, and community partners, this project centres lived and living experience to better understand gaps in care and […]

SSHRC will be holding webinars for applicants and research administrators to provide information about Connection Grants. These webinars will also include discussion of the upcoming Sustainable Agriculture Research Initiative Connection Grants. Please note that webinar registration information and communications appear in your browser's preferred language setting. If you have technical questions, please contact: Helpdesk Tel.: […]

This brief orientation covers the key market research databases and other tools available to U of T startups via U of T Libraries. These secondary market research tools can assist startups in business planning and market sizing, as well as completing business model canvases and other milestones. This session is most appropriate for startups who […]

This session introduces tools, techniques and best practices of 3D printing, including the basics of 3D printing, an introduction to the MADLab space, and the models of 3D printers available for use. Instructors will demonstrate how to safely use the service and the machines from start to finish, as well as how to find and […]

This interactive workshop introduces the basics of 3D design. Learn to plan a project, master the basics of 3D modelling using the free, web-based TinkerCad application, and personalize your design. Perfect for makers who want to design a digital file for creating customized physical objects, you will leave with an STL file ready for 3D […]

This session focuses on accessible content creation practices. Techniques for conceptualizing, creating and maintaining accessible documents as well as how to build these into department-wide processes will be discussed. A heavy emphasis is placed on why those techniques are important, and the ramifications of formatting decisions.

This module raises awareness within Canada's scientific and academic communities about research security-related issues. It explains the potential for misuse of sensitive research, technology, and materials, along with possible risk indicators and mitigation tools to protect Canadian research assets. As a result of the ever-changing research and national security environment, this module is updated annually […]

TC3’s workshop on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research is returning this year on May 27, 2026, alongside our 2026 Canadian Cannabis Research Summit.  This workshop is co-led by past and current TC3 trainees Dr. Justin Matheson and Dr. Catharine Mielnik.

A two-day event to bring together the microbiology and infectious diseases community in Toronto. Registration is now open! The annual University of Toronto Microbiology and Infectious Diseases Research Days return on May 27th and 28th, 2026. Join the Emerging & Pandemic Infections Consortium (EPIC) for a day of trainee talks on May 27th and an […]