Are You Smarter than a Grad Student?
2026-03-19 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Toronto)
Join us for an exciting Trivia Night hosted by the IMSSA Academic Affairs Team! Get ready for a fun, fast-paced evening with questions across a mix of topics, open to all students, any level.
Food provided
3 main prizes + smaller prizes
$300 worth of prizes up for grabs!
Thursday, March 19
5:30 – 7:30 PM
Sydney Smith Hall (SS 2105), 100 St George St, Toronto
Bring your friends, test your knowledge, and don’t miss out on the fun!
Register via the QR code on the poster

Healthcare Innovation Challenge: Improving Rural and Remote Healthcare in Canada
2026-03-26 18:00 - 20:30
Watch our Top 5 teams pitch their AI solutions—plus a panel on the future of rural and remote healthcare in Canada.
As part of this year’s Healthcare Innovation Challenge Finals, we’re hosting a thought‑provoking panel discussion exploring one of Canada’s most pressing questions:
What does the future of rural and remote healthcare look like—and how can AI help shape it?
Our distinguished panel of leaders in medicine, data science, health innovation, and primary‑care transformation will share insights on current challenges, emerging opportunities, and the role of responsible AI in strengthening healthcare access across rural communities.
Following the panel, our Top 5 finalist teams will take the stage to pitch their AI‑driven solutions for a chance to win $5,000 in prizes.
Join us for an evening of expert perspectives, innovative ideas, refreshments, and raffle prizes. We look forward to an inspiring conversation and an exciting finale to this year’s challenge.
Register with this registration link!

MedComic Con 2026
2026-04-01 17:00 - 20:00
Get ready for MedComic Con 2026, brought to you by IMS and BMC students! This in-person event is the perfect opportunity to dive into the world of science comics and enjoy awesome talks and activities.
MedComic Con is designed like a traditional academic conference but with a creative twist! Listen to inspiring speakers in the field of Graphic Medicine, participate in a hands-on drawing workshop, browse comic books, and engage in a dynamic poster session showcasing the latest medical science research in comic format.
Registration is free, and refreshments are provided. Spots are limited, so grab your tickets NOW at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/medcomic-con-2026-uoft-tickets-1984440994434?aff=oddtdtcreator

Medical Research Advocacy Workshop
2026-04-07 12:00 - 14:00
IMSSA is hosting a Medical Research Advocacy Workshop for graduate students interested in learning how patient partnerships and research advocacy shape medical science across academia, clinical practice, industry, and policy. Whether you’re in basic research, clinical science, or considering a career in industry or policy, this workshop will provide insight into how advocacy and patient engagement can shape your work and its broader impact.
Hear from Dr. David Malkin (Clinician-Scientist, The Hospital for Sick Children), Antonia Palmer (Executive Director, Kindred Foundation; Co-Founder, Canadian Childhood Oncology Research Network), and a representative from Roche Canada as they discuss what advocacy and patient partnerships look like in their respective areas of work. The session will include talks from each speaker followed by an open Q&A.
Date: Tuesday, April 7th, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Zoom
Register here: https://forms.gle/r7n2gH3AaJUb9KbX9

IMSSA Site Directors Present: The Site Cup
2026-04-08 17:30 - 19:30
Join the IMSSA Site Directors at the Rec Room on Wednesday, April 8th, from 5:30-7:30PM for the Site Cup! Each IMS site will form a team and compete against the other sites. The site with the most points at the end of the event will collect the combined points from all competing sites and earn prizes. Scan the QR code or click the link below to sign up with your site team. We look forward to seeing you there!
Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfUuEeutiCHMZa6KJGI_MKXTxriHK7ck6fOuwyLTZxi0hVxcg/viewform

IMS Connects Virtual: Careers in Public Health
2026-04-09 13:00 - 14:00
Join us for a virtual panel featuring accomplished IMS alumni who are shaping the future of public health across Canada. Moderated by Dr. Pamela Plant (IMS Director of Graduate Professional Development), this session will highlight diverse career pathways and the real-world impact of interdisciplinary training.
Hear from Lauren de Freitas (Ontario Health), Serena Peck (Vancouver Island Health Authority), and Dr. Andrea Tyler (Public Health Agency of Canada) as they share their experiences across mental health systems, primary care innovation, and national genomics initiatives.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights, ask questions, and find inspiration for your own career path!
Register here: https://utoronto.zoom.us/meeting/register/GB9vmC75QWyqXW-6HtxkfA#/registration

IMS International Community Language Exchange Social
2026-04-14 17:30 - 20:30
Join Us for Language Exchange Night!
Want to practice a new language, meet new friends, and have fun? Whether you’re a beginner, fluent in multiple languages, or simply want to socialize with fellow domestic or international IMS students, this event is a great way to connect, chat, and learn from each other through interactive games! Some light appetizers will be served.
When? Tuesday, April 14 @ 5:30PM
Where? clubhouse @ STACKT market
Who? Anyone interested in learning through games!
Please register below
https://forms.gle/UH7KeCDVi1AMeBv27

P2P x IMSSA Academics - Transfer & Qualifying Workshop
2026-04-15 12:00 - 14:00
IMS P2P Mentorship Program and IMSSA Academics are excited to partner to bring you a workshop focused on the MSc to PhD transfer and the PhD Qualifying Exam at IMS.
Join us to gain practical insights on navigating the process, crafting a strong proposal, and preparing for the exam with confidence.
Date: Wednesday, April 15
Time: 12 PM to 2 PM
Location: Virtual, link will be shared with registrants closer to the event
Please sign up using this link: https://forms.gle/zFs8jaAtLS3Tgi1Z6

IMSSA 3MT Research Showcase
2026-04-20 18:00 - 20:00
Dear IMS Students,

The Institute of Medical Science Students’ Association (IMSSA) is excited to host our department-wide 3 Minute Thesis (3MT)-style Research Showcase.

This event is a great opportunity to prepare for Scientific Day by sharing your research with IMS peers and faculty in a concise, engaging format. Participants will receive feedback on their presentation style and scientific communication, while also gaining visibility within the program.

Presenters will be selected based on abstract submissions. Those selected will present live at the event and compete for $225 in cash prizes, with top presentations having the opportunity to be featured within the IMS community.
Event Details
Date: April 20, 2026
Time: 6:00–8:00 PM
Location: Hart House East Common Room

Attendee Registration (Tickets are limited!)
Register here: https://forms.gle/FbVuSuRWk63rzMC97

Detailed eligibility criteria and submission guidelines can be found here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1O4MCEkBNFRR1VcCAA0zkqBWais5o7PiO/view?usp=sharing
Whether you are early in your program or preparing for upcoming presentations, this is a strong opportunity to refine how you communicate your work and share it with the broader IMS community. If you have any questions, please contact Richard Xi (Director of Academic Affairs) at imssa.academics@gmail.com.
We look forward to your submissions!

Fast Talk, Friendly Faces - Present Your Research
2026-04-22 16:30 - 18:00
Looking for a low-pressure way to share your research and get feedback? Join us for Fast Talks, Friendly Faces, a supportive and engaging event where UofT STEM students present their work in 7-minute talks. Register to present or attend via the QR codes on the poster!
Location: Hart House
Date: Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Time: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Refreshments provided

IMS Scientific Day
2026-04-24 08:00 - 17:00

IMS Scientific Day Social
2026-04-24 17:00 - 20:00
The Institute of Medical Science Student Association (IMSSA) is hosting the post-IMS Scientific Day Social Event!
Come join us for a fun night of pool, pinball, arcade games, and food at The Copper Boot (171 College St, Toronto, ON M5T 1P7) on Friday, April 24th, 2026, from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM!
Spaces are limited, so sign up fast at: https://forms.gle/mqG2SjL6ThQ5vsp37

IMSSA Earth Day Campus Clean Up
2026-04-26 10:00 - 12:00
In celebration of Earth Week, the IMSSA Wellness and Community Outreach team is hosting a campus clean-up near the St. George campus as part of Clean Toronto Together. We have registered with the City of Toronto and are currently awaiting confirmation of our exact clean-up location, but it will be near campus.
The date and time are confirmed for Sunday, April 26 at 10:00 a.m. The location is still to be determined.
Please complete this form (https://forms.gle/bp5Wdyf2btASf8uQA), as required, so we can contact you with the final meeting location and any additional event details once they are confirmed.
Thank you, and happy Earth Week!

IMSSA Wellness x Sporting Running Club
2026-05-04 18:00 - 19:00
It’s April, and the sun is finally shining! Want to get away from your desk and run with your fellow IMS students? IMS Wellness x Sporting is starting a casual running club. We will meet Mondays at 6PM starting on May 4th at King’s College Circle. See you then!

Longevity Research Circle Presents: Toronto Aging Biology Symposium
2026-05-14 12:30 - 17:00
The Toronto Aging Biology Symposium (TABS) is an annual symposium where we’ve invited internationally recognized academic and industry scientists in longevity and regenerative medicine to give research talks to UofT trainees. Our goal is to inform and promote discourse on research amongst trainees.
Join us on May 14 at Stratchan Hall for the Toronto Aging Biology Symposium!
🧬 Internationally recognized leaders and scientists from Uoft, Altos Labs, BlueRock Therapeutics, MDI Bio Lab, InsideTracker, YouthBio, Continuum, and more will cover topics including research, clinical translation, startups and venture capital.
📝 Sign up (FREE of cost!) for a day of talks, panels, and networking from 12:30PM to 5PM. Refreshments will be provided.
Register using the link below!

🔗: https://longevityresearchcircle.org/tabs
