February 24 - 28 2025 at 11:30 am ET The Constellate Python Intermediate class helps students, faculty and staff at Constellate participating institutions (and those participating in a trial) expand their Python coding abilities. It is recommended you have taken our Python Basics class or otherwise been introduced to Python. This class is taught by […]

This session will provide participants with a foundational knowledge on how communication and language can create barriers to accessibility, and how to address these barriers. Participants will be (re-) introduced to AODA guidelines for accessible communication, language and terms that may be problematic, invited to consider how language changes over time, and to discuss how […]

What: This hands-on workshop will introduce you to the basic concepts of one of the world's most popular programming languages, Python! This introduction to Python will include concepts such as data types, variables, operators, if statements, and loops (don’t worry if these terms are unfamiliar; they will be explained in the workshop). Why: Interested in […]

February 24 - 28 2025 at 11:30 am ET The Constellate Python Intermediate class helps students, faculty and staff at Constellate participating institutions (and those participating in a trial) expand their Python coding abilities. It is recommended you have taken our Python Basics class or otherwise been introduced to Python. This class is taught by […]

For participants of all disciplines interested in learning more about researching companies and finding competitor information. Includes an overview of subscription databases and publicly available resources for company research. You’ll learn how to: Evaluate different types of company information and understand the differences between public and private companies Find both direct and indirect competitor information […]

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 […]

Managing research data is a key component of any research project, and - when done right - can save you time and effort. In this session, participants will learn about current requirements and best practices for managing research data at all stages of a research project. Topics covered include: Journal and funder requirements Data management […]

Managing research data is a key component of any research project, and - when done right - can save you time and effort. In this session, participants will learn about current requirements and best practices for managing research data at all stages of a research project. Topics covered include: Journal and funder requirements Data management […]

The Jackman Humanities Institute (JHI) invites researchers in the humanities and social sciences to an online session for those who are considering the best ways to boost their research profile and prominence, particularly in terms of major awards. Sarah Carson (Manager, Awards & Honours, VPRI) will present on awards opportunities and best practices for assembling […]

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

What: This hands-on workshop will introduce you to the basic concepts of one of the world's most popular programming languages, Python! This introduction to Python will include concepts such as data types, variables, operators, if statements, and loops (don’t worry if these terms are unfamiliar; they will be explained in the workshop). Why: Interested in […]

Join us for an engaging workshop where you’ll dive into the world of ArcGIS Pro! This free session, presented by UofT's Map and Data Library, is designed to help you build proficiency in loading and manipulating data from a variety of sources within ArcGIS Pro. Whether you’re completely new to GIS, looking to expand your […]

February 24 - 28 2025 at 11:30 am ET The Constellate Python Intermediate class helps students, faculty and staff at Constellate participating institutions (and those participating in a trial) expand their Python coding abilities. It is recommended you have taken our Python Basics class or otherwise been introduced to Python. This class is taught by […]

Join the Stem Cell Network for the webinar “From Vision to Value: Leveraging Health Economics to Maximize the Translational Potential of Your Research” on February 26, 2025 (English). Led by Dr. Jason Robert Guertin, an expert in health economics from Université Laval, and Dr. Lucie Germain, a renowned regenerative medicine professor at Université Laval, this 70-minute session […]

What: This hands-on workshop will introduce you to the basic concepts of one of the world's most popular programming languages, Python! This introduction to Python will include concepts such as data types, variables, operators, if statements, and loops (don’t worry if these terms are unfamiliar; they will be explained in the workshop). Why: Interested in […]

February 24 - 28 2025 at 11:30 am ET The Constellate Python Intermediate class helps students, faculty and staff at Constellate participating institutions (and those participating in a trial) expand their Python coding abilities. It is recommended you have taken our Python Basics class or otherwise been introduced to Python. This class is taught by […]

Join us at this online training/demo of the VPRI Dashboards, including ART (Tableau)! Dashboards access is required and is limited to staff in research roles at U of T.

February 24 - 28 2025 at 11:30 am ET The Constellate Python Intermediate class helps students, faculty and staff at Constellate participating institutions (and those participating in a trial) expand their Python coding abilities. It is recommended you have taken our Python Basics class or otherwise been introduced to Python. This class is taught by […]

Please, check out other Fun Data Friday events. What: Learn the basics of using PowerBI, Microsoft’s Business Intelligence software. Using a fictional business’ reports and data, we will develop interactive visualizations and dashboards that are sure to impress your boss or future funders. Why: Create captivating interactive digital reports and dashboards is a sure way […]

Join U of T’s entrepreneurship community March 3-7, for a week of events to showcase, celebrate, and reward innovation and startup activity, including: True Blue Impact Day – a day of high-impact events showcasing U of T startups hosted at the Schwartz Reisman Innovation Campus. Inspirational stories from women-identifying founders in celebration of International Women’s […]

This is an orientation to campus resources for those with startups or interested in startups, including accelerators, courses and programs, library resources, commercialization, funding opportunities, and community resources. Featuring a moderated Q&A session with a panel of U of T student startups and a chance to network with other interested students and community members. You […]

What: This hands-on workshop will build on the concepts introduced in An Introduction to Programming for Absolute Beginners Using Python: Part 1 to introduce you to more basic concepts of one of the world's most popular programming languages, Python! This Part 2 introduction to Python includes concepts such as compound data types, flow control, error […]

Join U of T’s entrepreneurship community March 3-7, for a week of events to showcase, celebrate, and reward innovation and startup activity, including: True Blue Impact Day – a day of high-impact events showcasing U of T startups hosted at the Schwartz Reisman Innovation Campus. Inspirational stories from women-identifying founders in celebration of International Women’s […]

What: eCampusOntario assists Ontario’s postsecondary educators with a digital learning ecosystem by supporting academic institutions, educators, and learners to navigate change and deliver excellent and innovative digital learner-centric experiences using openly licensed content. This will be a showcase of resources led by an eCampusOntario representative. Why: eCampusOntario is the province's leading Open Educational Resource (OER) […]

What: eCampusOntario assists Ontario’s postsecondary educators with a digital learning ecosystem by supporting academic institutions, educators, and learners to navigate change and deliver excellent and innovative digital learner-centric experiences using openly licensed content. This will be a showcase of resources led by an eCampusOntario representative. Why: eCampusOntario is the province's leading Open Educational Resource (OER) […]

Join U of T’s entrepreneurship community March 3-7, for a week of events to showcase, celebrate, and reward innovation and startup activity, including: True Blue Impact Day – a day of high-impact events showcasing U of T startups hosted at the Schwartz Reisman Innovation Campus. Inspirational stories from women-identifying founders in celebration of International Women’s […]

Take your R programming skills to the next level in this intermediate workshop, where you'll build on your foundational knowledge and explore more powerful techniques for data analysis. Designed for those ready to tackle more complex challenges, this session offers practical, hands-on experience that will enhance your ability to process, analyze, and manage data with […]

What: This hands-on workshop will build on the concepts introduced in An Introduction to Programming for Absolute Beginners Using Python: Part 1 to introduce you to more basic concepts of one of the world's most popular programming languages, Python! This Part 2 introduction to Python includes concepts such as compound data types, flow control, error […]

Join U of T’s entrepreneurship community March 3-7, for a week of events to showcase, celebrate, and reward innovation and startup activity, including: True Blue Impact Day – a day of high-impact events showcasing U of T startups hosted at the Schwartz Reisman Innovation Campus. Inspirational stories from women-identifying founders in celebration of International Women’s […]

What: In this workshop Learners will gain an understanding of common skills necessary to start developing Open Educational Resources. There will also be a showcase of number of tools and resources available to the UofT community. Why: Open Educational Resources (OER) are designed to make education more equitable by providing free, high-quality educational materials that […]

Join U of T’s entrepreneurship community March 3-7, for a week of events to showcase, celebrate, and reward innovation and startup activity, including: True Blue Impact Day – a day of high-impact events showcasing U of T startups hosted at the Schwartz Reisman Innovation Campus. Inspirational stories from women-identifying founders in celebration of International Women’s […]

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

The Jackman Humanities Institute (JHI) invites researchers in the humanities and social sciences working with collaborators and partners both inside and outside academia to an online workshop designed to help develop strategies to document project goals, procedures and governance structures to ensure project longevity, as well as to look ahead to storing and accessing their project websites, […]

This workshop will provide participants with a framework for understanding foundational concepts related to sexual and gender diversity, including gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation. The session will examine how common messages and ideas about sexuality and gender operate in our daily lives and work environments, with impacts for all of us, and specifically […]

This session will provide managers and supervisors with key strategies to create and maintain accessible and inclusive working environments. Together, we will identify the critical competencies people leaders need to make their teams feel welcome, a sense of belonging and comfortable to contribute fully. Through the exploration of concepts like universal design, emerging perspectives like […]

Are you working on a research project, but aren’t sure what to do with your data once it’s complete? Has a funder or journal asked you to deposit your research data in a repository? Do you want to publish your data and make it available for others to reuse? In this session participants will learn […]

What does it mean to be an ally to Indigenous peoples? Is it even possible to call yourself an ally, or is it more correct to say that one can only aspire to be an ally, as allyship is a continuous process of self-reflexivity, learning, and acting in a decolonial manner? These are some of […]

How can diversity be quantified in scientific data, and why does it matter for advancing research?  Join the next AC Seminar – hosted by the Acceleration Consortium – featuring Adji Bousso Dieng from Princeton University as she discusses Vendi Scoring, an innovative method for understanding variation in complex datasets. The talk will also introduce the […]

Join us at the Faculty of Information in exploring and navigating non-traditional methods of publishing! The EDIU Unit is excited to launch a new workshop series called, “Beyond the Page: Innovative Publishing Paths for Diverse Voices in Research.” This workshop series is designed to empower students, particularly those from underrepresented and marginalized groups, but open […]

This session introduces a step-by-step approach that will enable you to see your own words through a series of lenses that bring a fresh perspective. You'll learn to use x-ray vision—that is, a way to look through the content of your own text, to see through to its structure. By editing at a structural level, […]

Please, check out other Fun Data Friday events. What: In this workshop we will discuss what aspects of a map make it interpretable. You will learn how to map geospatial data, map layers, and how to apply map layers in ArcGIS Online and analyze that data. Why: Maps are interpretations of the world we live […]

What: Learn to use a market-leading, point-and-click data visualization tool, Tableau Desktop, by creating visualizations, such as bar graphs, line graphs, pie charts, and scatter plots. Why: Learning data visualization skills and tools will help you gain insights into your data, communicate your findings, and stand out in the job market. Software: As a student […]

This session will provide participants with a foundation to interpreting the  accessible procurement rules under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Participants will discover the specific legislative requirements around accessibility design criteria and features, and how these apply to the procurement of goods, services and facilities. Participants will use tools and strategies supporting […]

Find out what makes your technology unique and who else holds patents in your space. This basic DIY patent searching workshop includes an introduction to open web databases for patent searching, an overview of classification systems, and examples of prior art searches. You will learn: How to read a patent document quickly and efficiently The […]

This session aims to give a foundation or refresher for website content editors on web accessibility fundamentals. Participants will learn about Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.0) and how they apply to the AODA, what this means for their role at the University and provide a foundation for discussion of web accessibility with different types […]

What does it mean to be an ally to Indigenous peoples? Is it even possible to call yourself an ally, or is it more correct to say that one can only aspire to be an ally, as allyship is a continuous process of self-reflexivity, learning, and acting in a decolonial manner? These are some of […]

This session aims to give a foundation or refresher for website content editors on web accessibility fundamentals. Participants will learn about Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.0) and how they apply to the AODA, what this means for their role at the University and provide a foundation for discussion of web accessibility with different types […]

Take your R programming skills to the next level in this intermediate workshop, where you'll build on your foundational knowledge and explore more powerful techniques for data analysis. Designed for those ready to tackle more complex challenges, this session offers practical, hands-on experience that will enhance your ability to process, analyze, and manage data with […]

March E-Learning: Responding to Socioeconomic Impacts of Political Unrest: Community-Based Research with Ukrainian Migrant Women who Engage in Sex Work Amplifying Knowledge from Ukrainian Migrant Women in Survival Sex Work Through Community-Based Research The Russian invasion of Ukraine three years ago rattled the world through creating a migrant crisis of unprecedented magnitude. Canada has responded […]

This session will provide event professionals at the University with some key resources, tips and techniques to facilitate accessible hybrid events. Participants will be reminded of our obligations to create accessible spaces in online and physical environments, introduced to accessible facilitation techniques, and provided with advice on how to seamlessly integrate online and in-person experiences […]

The Digital Research Alliance of Canada (DRAC) Virtual Town Hall #1 - Canadian Sovereign AI Compute Infrastructure program Audience: Digital Research Infrastructure Community - national DRI users and support staff, researchers, and other public stakeholders. Connecting with their digital research infrastructure partners and community in this process is vital and DRAC would like to take […]

Are you interested in sharing your data with other researchers? Has a journal or funder asked you to deposit or share your data? In this session, participants will learn how to organize and publish research data in the University of Toronto Dataverse, U of T’s institutional data repository hosted by Borealis. Through a live-demo, participants […]

In this free Map and Data Library workshop, you will learn how to use open data and geoprocessing tools to perform spatial analysis and develop problem-solving workflows. Using ArcGIS Pro, we will model a real-world public health problem and walk through the steps of gathering and assessing relevant data, applying effective symbolization, performing analysis using […]

The Digital Research Alliance of Canada (DRAC) Virtual Town Hall #2 - Canadian Sovereign AI Compute Infrastructure program Audience: Canadian Industry Connecting with their digital research infrastructure partners and community in this process is vital and DRAC would like to take this opportunity to attend virtual town halls to have an opportunity to hear input and […]

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 […]

In the session, participants will: Explore and discuss the historical and current-day realities of anti-Asian racism. Deepen understanding of how anti-Asian racism interacts with other forms of discrimination. Develop basic skills to become an active bystander. Share strategies and resources to identify and address anti-Asian racism in working and learning environments. Facilitator: Maria Lo, Training […]

How do you know if you have a winning product/service concept? This workshop will introduce you to market research methods, techniques, and tools that are relevant in a startup environment and help you to gather relevant information that could impact your innovation. This hands-on workshop will focus on primary research as the key to uncovering […]

The Digital Research Alliance of Canada (DRAC) Virtual Town Hall #3 - Canadian Sovereign AI Compute Infrastructure program Audience: Distributed Workforce Connecting with their digital research infrastructure partners and community in this process is vital and DRAC would like to take this opportunity to attend virtual town halls to have an opportunity to hear input […]

What role do 3D technologies play in innovation? Join the Gerstein + MADLab 3D Printing team for a guest talk and Q&A with the founders of U of T startup Rise MD, who have created an innovative surgical knot-tying board for medical trainees. The Temerty Faculty of Medicine students will share their journey from meeting […]

Join us at this online training/demo of the VPRI Dashboards, including ART (Tableau)! Dashboards access is required and is limited to staff in research roles at U of T.

Please, check out other Fun Data Friday events. What: Learn the basics of qualitative data analysis through a discussion and practice using NVivo. Why: With data spread across so many different formats, finding connections can be extremely difficult and time consuming. NVivo software is designed to help researchers organize, code, and analyze qualitative and mixed […]

Join African Leadership University & H2i as they kickoff their 2025 FemSTEM Africa programming! This year’s Kickoff will feature both a panel, and an interactive discussion and networking session. The panel will feature three incredible early-stage health entrepreneurs. Join and hear about their journeys and experiences commercializing in the health care sector. They will dive […]

Join community members to hear from Aaron Hertzmann, principal scientist at Adobe Research and an affiliate professor at the University of Washington, discuss the intersection of art and computer science as part of the C.C. “Kelly” Gotlieb Distinguished Lecture Series. In his talk, Hertzmann will delve into the evolving role of AI in art, exploring how […]

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