Hi everyone! Here is a summary of the discussion that took place in our February CoP. #communityofpractice #graphic

Community-based research (CBR) has the power to create lasting, positive change, particularly for marginalized communities in Canada and around the world. Unfortunately, the incredible work being done often goes unnoticed. At CBRCanada, we are dedicated to recognizing those who are leading the way and making a tangible impact. We are excited to announce that nominations are now open for the 2025 Community-Based Research Excellence Awards! 🎉 These prestigious awards celebrate those who have...

Ashini joins us from the  University of Waterloo , where she’s pursuing a Health Sciences degree with a Health Research specialization and a Gerontology minor. Her research interests focus on the intersection of neuroscience and orthopedics, particularly in aging populations. She’s passionate about improving healthcare outcomes for older adults, and we're thrilled to have her on board until April. Before joining CBRCanada, Ashini worked as a Research Assistant in the Orthopedic Surgery...

Hi everyone! Here is a summary of the discussion that took place in our October Community of Practice. #communityofpractice #graphic

Canada Research Chair in Partnership with Patients and Communities recently released a tool , on peer interventions in community health,...

Intercultural Connections and Experiences Building Recognition, Engagement, Awareness and Knowledge (ICEBREAK) invite all to learn about topics from overcoming adversity, to the importance of cultural preservation and empowerment.  The first session takes place on Sept. 30th.  For more information on dates, times, topics and to register, visit the Rural Development Network website . #MemberNews

SSHRC and Women and Gender Equality Canada has posted the resulting research briefs from the Knowledge Synthesis Grants competition. ...

Hi everyone! Here is a summary of the discussion that took place in our January CoP. #communityofpractice #graphic

Hi everyone! In this post, we're excited to share a summary of the key takeaways from our September to December E-Learning Series. From...

Stella has already proven to be a valuable asset to the CBRCanada team in her first few weeks as she's dove in to managing tasks related to our membership drive, marketing, and communications. She will quickly become a familiar (and friendly!) face to all of our CBRCanada members. Stella brings to CBRCanada expertise in community engagement and project management gained through working with non-profit organizations. She also brings a critical social justice lens developed through her Master...

CBRCanada is hiring for a Network Coordinator, who will play an essential role in facilitating operations of CBRCanada national programing and network engagement activities. We are seeking someone with an entrepreneurial spirit who likes to take initiative to work with our small but dynamic team to advance community-based research excellence in Canada. The Network Coordinator would work independently as well as in close collaboration with other CBRCanada secretariat team members to positively...

Book:  Ehaab Abdou, Theodore Zervas (2024).  Ancient and Indigenous Wisdom Traditions in African and Euro-Asian Contexts: Towards More...

OpenEd at the University of Guelph is offering Engage: Building Capacity to understand and use relevant evidence  from September 16 to November 24, 2024. This course is part of the Certificate in Knowledge Mobilization but can be taken as a standalone course. The 11-week online course has no prerequisites.  #MemberNews

The Spartan Bus Tour 2024 highlights MSU’s statewide impact through research and partnerships. It showcases how MSU is solving real-world challenges and supporting Michigan's communities. Learn more> #MemberNews

Hi everyone! Here is a summary of the discussion that took place in our December Community of Practice. #communityofpractice #graphic

CBRCanada is inviting proposals from organizations and alliances to host the 11th C2UExpo in 2027! Are you an educational institution, community organization, or a collaboration with a strong track record in community-campus engagement? If so, this could be your opportunity to lead Canada’s premier international conference on community-campus partnerships! C2UExpo is a prestigious event dedicated to celebrating impactful collaborations that tackle both local and global societal challenges....

Hi everyone! Here is a summary of the discussion that took place in our November Community of Practice. #communityofpractice #graphic

Hi everyone! Check out what was discussed in CBRCanada's September Community of Practice. #communityofpractice #graphic

Research Article:  Goldin, J., & Suransky, C. (2024). Pedagogy with a heartbeat: The transformative potential of citizen science in...

The University of Victoria announced the official launch of the "Knowledge Democracy in Higher Education" learning series.  Led by Drs. Budd Hall and Rajesh Tandon, this five-part series explores community-university engagement, community-based participatory research, equitable partnerships, and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). For further details on program offerings, fees, and registration, please visit the program page #MemberNews