Events

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

Pueblo Science is inviting IMSSA students to apply for the RISE (Rural Initiative for Science Education) Program, an international outreach initiative in Indonesia and the Philippines (late April–May 2026). Participants will deliver hands-on STEM lessons (e.g., slime, engineering builds, chemistry demos) in rural schools while gaining experience in science communication, global education, and community outreach. ... Read more

 Come celebrate the 2026 Lunar New Year with the IMS International Community!  The event will include a hands-on dumpling-making station, plus snacks, refreshments, games, and music. We hope to see you there! Please RSVP to help us plan for space and food.  When? Wednesday, February 18 @ 6:00PM  Where?  Grad Loft, 16 Bancroft Ave, 2nd Floor Please ... Read more

The Graduate Peer Support Network is continuing our gym crawl series! We’re teaming up with BeatBox to help you get moving. We are providing an exclusive class with 20 spots for U of T graduate students on Wednesday February 18th at 6:45pm. Join us using the link or scan the QR code. We hope to see you ... Read more