KT Connects is a series of monthly beginner-level knowledge translation (KT) webinars hosted by Michael Smith Health Research BC and Arthritis Research Canada where KT scientists, stakeholders and practitioners discuss the basics of KT, how KT relates to patients and the public, and KT in health policy-making and clinical practice.
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Join us for Health xChange (June 16th 4 – 6 pm) Vancouver, BC
On June 16, 2022 (4 – 6 p.m.), Health Research BC, SFU and Vancouver Foundation will host the fourth annual Health xChange and first Canadian Knowledge Mobilization Forum networking event, asking: “How can youth-led and youth-engaged approaches help to re-define research and knowledge?” Using a PechaKucha format (20 slides, shown for 20 seconds each), presenters will share stories about how their youth-engaged* research …
Recruiting for COVID-19 study on stigma, fear, and misinformation
Looking for healthcare providers and policymakers! Consider participating in a research study with the Knowledge Translation Program to share your thoughts and perceptions on how stigma, fear and misinformation spreads during a pandemic or public health crisis. We are aiming to develop tools to combat stigma, fear and misinformation during the COVID-19 pandemic and other …
Post-Doctoral Position in KT and Patient Engagement – Arthritis Research Canada/University of British Columbia
The Arthritis Research Canada is seeking a Post-Doctoral Fellow for a 1-year position to assist in leading a series of projects to study a counseling intervention using wearable devices to change patient’s physical activity behaviours. These projects are guided by the Knowledge-to-Action process and a team of patient partners. Under the supervision of Dr. Linda …
BCKTCoP – January 21 2015 – Presentation materials available
On January 21, 2015, Pat Atherton, InspireNet Manager, presented on mobilizing knowledge to improve health services through tech-enabled KT at the BC KT CoP chapter meeting. The presentation slide deck and recording are now available. Slide deck Presentation recording
BCKTCoP – January 21 Chapter Meeting – Presentation by Pat Atherton
Join us in learning, engaging, and networking at the next BC KT CoP chapter meeting! All with an interest in KT, regardless of background, area, or experience, are welcome to participate. You are welcome to join us in person or online. However, if you can’t participate in the live event, the recording and slide deck …
BCKTCoP – October 9 2014 – Presentation materials available
On October 9, 2014, Chris McBride, Executive Director, Spinal Cord Injury BC, presented on community partnership and partner engagement at the BC KT CoP chapter meeting. The presentation slide deck and recording are now available. Slide deck Presentation recording
2014-2015 meeting schedule of the BC KT CoP now available
The 2014-2015 meeting schedule of the BC Knowledge Translation Community of Practice is now available. Access the schedule All with an interest in KT, regardless of background, area, or experience, are welcome to participate. If you would like to receive e-notifications about upcoming meetings (including meeting reminders), please join the BC KT CoP online AND email mandy.pui@vch.ca.
BC KT CoP Strategic Plan Draft
BC Knowledge Translation Community of Practice (BC KT CoP) Strategic Plan 2014 – 2017 Background The BC Knowledge Translation Community of Practice (BC KT CoP) is a chapter of the national Canadian Knowledge Transfer and Exchange Community of Practice. For additional information on the organizational structure and background information on the national body, please refer …
MSFHR Science Policy Fellowships
Dear Colleagues, The Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research (MSFHR), in partnership with the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) and CIHR’s Institute of Aboriginal People’s Health is excited to announce the launch of a knowledge translation funding opportunity. Our provincial partners, the British Columbia Ministry of Health, First Nations Health Authority, Interior Health, and …