Events

The P2P Mentorship is hosting our upcoming virtual event, Thriving through Grad School. Please see the event information below: Date: Thursday, December 4th Time: 6-8pm Zoom Meeting Link:  https://utoronto.zoom.us/j/86793810342 Meeting ID: 867 9381 0342 Please fill out this form to let us know if you are coming and to let us know what topics you would like to ... Read more

Join us for Equity by Design, the first workshop in the Inclusive by Design series, focused on applying the Health Equity Impact Assessment (HEIA) framework in research and academic contexts. This hands-on session will introduce practical strategies for identifying structural barriers, mitigating inequities, and integrating equity principles into study design. We are excited to welcome Sonia Meerai, ... Read more

Join us in spreading generosity this holiday season! IMSSA, in collaboration with UofT LLC and Canadian Blood Services, is hosting a Holiday Blood Drive on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, from 6–8 PM. All students are invited to sign up, come out, and make a meaningful impact—every donation can help save a life. Bring your friends, enjoy ... Read more

This holiday season, step into the spotlight and join us at Firkin on Bay for IMSSA’s Met Gala-themed Winter Soirée!  Prepare for an unforgettable evening of high fashion, dazzling ambiance, and festive indulgence. Expect couture-inspired cocktails, decadent bites, live entertainment, immersive experiences, and plenty of surprises worthy of the runway. Dress to impress in semi-formal ... Read more

Take a break from your coursework and research and join IMSSA Wellness for a cozy Winter Craft Night on December 15 from 5–8 pm at the U of T Grad Loft. We will be making ornaments, painting mugs, and creating winter-themed crafts, with all supplies, hot chocolate, and holiday snacks provided. Just drop in to unwind, ... Read more

Applying for the OGS/QEII/OSOTF scholarship this upcoming cycle? Attend the upcoming Peer Review Workshop to learn more about crafting a successful research proposal and receive personalized feedback on your application! When: Tuesday, January 20th, 2026 Time: 3:00-5:00 PM Where: Online (Zoom link shared upon registration) Register for the workshop below: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZ9ZT7OVso9BuPF8Oh7o5l5ucfHoIyAE7zXdl8JAYlwR3iIw/viewform?usp=header We’re also recruiting volunteer Peer Reviewers (previous ... Read more

The Graduate Peer Support Network is continuing our gym crawl series! We’re teaming up with Barry’s Bootcamp Yorkville to help you get moving. We are providing 20 spots for U of T graduate students on Thursday January 22nd at 4:25pm. Join us using the link or scan the QR code. We hope to see you there!

The IMS Magazine will be hosting a workshop, led by Senior Research Communications Officer Dr. Betty Zou, on how to plan for, conduct, and write about an interview. Dr. Zou will discuss how to get the most out of an interview and tell an impactful story. The workshop will be on Tuesday January 27th from ... Read more

Join the IMSSA Wellness Sub-Committee for a panel discussion featuring five speakers who will share their experiences and insights on how they dealt with imposter syndrome during their graduate studies and in medical school! Food will be provided, and there will be an opportunity for Q&A at the end. Please fill out this form to RSVP. ... Read more

Please join us for breakfast as we hear from our fellow IMS graduate students on their research on treatments for mood disorders: Sara Corvinelli’s research focuses on delirium in older adults in the emergency department and ways to improve early recognition. Her thesis examines the use of trained volunteers and a brief screening tool to enhance delirium ... Read more

Join IMSSA for a fun and relaxed Valentine’s Crafts Night featuring cookie baking, bath bomb making, goody bag assembling, and card making. Whether you’re creating something for a partner, a friend, or yourself, everyone is welcome!  Feb 11  5:30–7:30 PM  Location: OISE2295 Please sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScn1_ty6BMSBlpRiq4mEwZCuMZO5IkrLZPmgqK9doVlkylHFw/viewform?usp=header

Join IMSSA Sporting and the IMS International Community for an evening of ice skating at the Bentway Skate Trail  Date: Thursday, February 12  Time: 6:30 PM  Location: Bentway Skate Trail, 250 Fort York Boulevard Skate rentals are free and available on site. To rent skates, participants must present a valid government-issued ID and complete a waiver. Please note that the skate ... Read more