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SPORAlliance @sporalliance.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Check out our March 2026 e-newsletter for the latest SPOR Evidence Alliance updates, including important announcements, member and project spotlights, impactful publications, and engagement opportunities! Read it here: mailchi.mp/smh/spor-evi...

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KTprogram.bsky.social @ktprogram.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

The event also offers a chance to be part of next steps to support research in Ontario. Register here! bit.ly/3PjcSn3 #HealthyAging

KNOWLEDGE MOBILIZATION EVENT: LET’S TALK ABOUT HEALTHY AGING!
Join us to learn about the top 10 needs identified by older adults in your community and support what happens next.

Who should attend:
-older adults 65 years and older
-caregivers of older adults
-healthcare professionals who provide care to older adults.

Event details:

Session Dates (choose one):
-March 30, 2026 (3:00PM EDT)
-March 31, 2026 (5:00 PM EDT)
Location: virtual (Zoom)

Interested in Participating? Follow the link or take a picture of the QR code to register.
https://bit.ly/3PjcSn3

Contact Information: Jessica Firman (jessica.firman@unityhealth.to)

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KTprogram.bsky.social @ktprogram.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Let’s talk about healthy aging! You’re invited to attend the Healthy Aging for Older Adults Knowledge Mobilization Event that will highlight the top 10 priorities for healthy aging identified directly by older adults, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. bit.ly/3PjcSn3 (1/2)

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Voices of Older Adults: Defining Priorities for Healthy Aging and Next Step

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SPORAlliance @sporalliance.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

Joignez-vous à nous pour l’événement de diffusion de fin de subvention de l’Alliance pour des données probantes de la SRAP 2026, où nous célébrerons nos réalisations et bouclerons la boucle de notre travail. Date : 15 avril 2026, de 12 h à 16 h HAE Lieu : Zoom Inscription : tinyurl.com/3jsmtm2x

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SPORAlliance @sporalliance.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

Registration now open! Join us for the 2026 SPOR Evidence Alliance End-of-Grant Dissemination Event to celebrate our achievements and milestones and bring our work to a meaningful close. Date: April 15, 2026 @ 12–4 PM EDT Location: Zoom Registration: tinyurl.com/3jsmtm2x /1

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SPORAlliance @sporalliance.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Dr. Andrea Tricco and colleagues discuss the co-production of evidence synthesis, with a focus on meaningful patient and public involvement and practical examples of this work. Access the recording: tinyurl.com/4kwrfa7z Access the presentation slides (PDF, 3 MB): tinyurl.com/3m6d3v9k

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KTprogram.bsky.social @ktprogram.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Looking for free, online COVID-19 and Influenza vaccine-related resources to support you and your long-term care home or retirement home? Check out the resources in this thread! #LongTermCare #RetirementHome #COVID-19 #Influenza (1/5)

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SPORAlliance @sporalliance.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

Linda M. Riches, Nkiruka Eze, Dr. Fiona Clement & colleagues published a report to provide an overview of Canadian street outreach programs and evaluate their potential to improve the quality of life of individuals experiencing homelessness. Read the report: shorturl.at/wNy0Q

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PEPR Partnership @peprpartnership.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

🎙️EPISODE 3 PREVIEW Dr. Vanessa Ambtman-Smith discusses her project - Weaving Indigenous Knowledge into Pain Research: Cultural Pathways to Meaningful Engagement. Please subscribe! 🔗YOUTUBE: lnkd.in/gkmabJcS 🔗SPOTIFY: lnkd.in/gG5hp-q9 🔗APPLE: lnkd.in/gHpeXRx8 #PeprPartnership#LivingProofPodcast

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KTCanada.bsky.social @ktcanada.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

Reminder that applications are currently *open* for the 2026 KT Canada Summer Institute, and will close on Monday, Feb. 16! Check out our website for more details 😊 bit.ly/KTCSI26 #ImpSci

White text on blue background: Applications are now open for the next KT Canada Summer Institute, taking place June 8-11, 2026 in Ottawa, Ontario. Join us on June 11th for the Ottawa Evidence to Action Showcase.

Event theme: Implementation science – Application and Advancement.

Presented by KT Canada, the University of Ottawa School of Epidemiology and Public Health, and the Ottawa Hospital Research Institute.

Questions? Email Meghan.Storey@UnityHealth.to.

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SPORAlliance @sporalliance.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

New patient-driven report! Candace Skrapek, Diana Ermel, Kim Sears and colleagues published a report to understand the issues involved in the engaging of patients in the education of health and social care professionals. Read the report: sporevidencealliance.ca/wp-content/u... /1

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KTCanada.bsky.social @ktcanada.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

Applications are OPEN for the 2026 KT Canada Summer Institute! Get all the details here: bit.ly/KTCSI26 And email Meghan.Storey@UnityHealth.to if you have questions. #KTCSI26

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KTprogram.bsky.social @ktprogram.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

For Alzheimer's Awareness Month, we are revisiting this publication, led by KTP Scientist Dr @andreatricco.bsky.social. bit.ly/ADmeds (1/3)

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KTCanada.bsky.social @ktcanada.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

Reminder: the next KT Canada seminar series session is coming up on Thursday, Feb. 12th! Get the details below ⬇️ #ImpSci

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KTCanada.bsky.social @ktcanada.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

Reminder that applications for the next KT Canada Summer Institute are now open! We've decided to extend the application deadline to *Feb. 16*. There will be some exciting new features this year - check out the details below! bit.ly/KTCSI26 #KTCSI26

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KTCanada.bsky.social @ktcanada.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

KT Canada newsletter for Jan. 28, 2026: mailchi.mp/953c09f50d08...

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SPORAlliance @sporalliance.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

New patient-driven paper! Robert Wells, Leah Boulos, Janet Curran & colleagues published a paper to determine the impact of digital education interventions for patients undergoing cardiac procedures on patient-level and health system-level outcomes. Read the publication: shorturl.at/dvWgH /1

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KTprogram.bsky.social @ktprogram.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

We’re thrilled to announce that Dr. @ericwongmd.bsky.social has joined the KTP as a Scientist! He is interested in improving the outcomes of older adults in the hospital or community settings. Learn more here! knowledgetranslation.net/profile/eric... Welcome Dr. Wong! 🤩 @andreatricco.bsky.social

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Dr. Eric Wong (MD, FRCPC, PhD) - Knowledge Translation Program

Dr. Eric Wong is a Scientist with the KT Program and a Geriatrician at Unity Health Toronto. He obtained his PhD in Clinical Epidemiology and Health Care Research program at IHPME (University of Toron...

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KTCanada.bsky.social @ktcanada.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

Please share - Applications for the KT Canada Summer Institute (SI) open today! This year we're excited to share that there will be two tracks for the SI... (1/4)

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KTprogram.bsky.social @ktprogram.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

Check out this recent publication from the KT Program – “Challenges Facing Canadian Long-Term Care Homes and Retirement Homes During the COVID-19 Pandemic”. @canadiangeriatrics.bsky.social @andreatricco.bsky.social bit.ly/4sv2Qyj (1/5)

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Challenges Facing Canadian Long-Term Care Homes and Retirement Homes During the COVID-19 Pandemic | Canadian Geriatrics Journal

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KTCanada.bsky.social @ktcanada.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

Join the next session of the KT Canada seminar series! Dr @melaniebarwick.bsky.social and Alison Hoens will present on "Overview and Implications of the WHO Global Research Agenda on Knowledge Translation and Evidence-informed Policy-Making". More info here! bit.ly/3Nh0za5 #ImpSci

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KT Canada Seminar Series - expert-led webinars dedicated to current and emerging knowledge translation topics.

Joins us: www.ktcanada.org/events

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KTCanada.bsky.social @ktcanada.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

KT Canada newsletter for Jan. 14, 2026 📰 mailchi.mp/12e3a0bb1a59... @ktprogram.bsky.social @andreatricco.bsky.social #ImpSci

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Virginia McIntyre @virginiamci.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

📢 December SPOR Evidence Alliance e-news is out. Take time over the holidays to keep up to date with the newsletter, don’t forget to scroll down the newsletter to read an important issue “Bringing Canada’s Action Plan for Pain to Life: A Patient-Led Knowledge Mobilization Podcast. #pain #podcast

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SPORAlliance @sporalliance.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

Check out our December 2025 e-newsletter for the latest SPOR Evidence Alliance updates, including important announcements, member spotlights, impactful publications, and engagement opportunities! Read it here: mailchi.mp/smh/spor-evi... #PatientEngagement #KnowledgeSynthesis #KnowledgeMobilization

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SPORAlliance @sporalliance.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

The SPOR Evidence Alliance wishes everyone a wonderful holiday season and a happy New Year! We would like to thank our members for their ongoing partnership, collaboration, and engagement. As we reflect on this year, we are grateful for the incredible accomplishments we have shared together.

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KTCanada.bsky.social @ktcanada.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

Last call! Join us *tomorrow*, Thursday, Dec 11, from 12:00-1:00pm Eastern time for the KT Canada Seminar Series. Visit the link below for more information and to register: ktcanada.org/event/kt-can...

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KT Canada Seminar Series – Michaela Davies, Muluba Habanyama, Enrico Mandarino – KT Canada

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KTCanada.bsky.social @ktcanada.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

Please share! This session is coming up in 1 week, on December 11th. Register here: bit.ly/3Xli0b7 More details in the post below! 😊 #KnowledgeTranslation @andreatricco.bsky.social

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KTprogram.bsky.social @ktprogram.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

(2/2) The tool helps you select which evidence synthesis method may be suitable for your research question! #EvidenceSynthesis #ReportingGuidelines @sporalliance.bsky.social

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KTprogram.bsky.social @ktprogram.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

(1/2) The latest update of the Right Review Tool is live! More methods, guidance and examples are available including mixed methods and realist reviews. Check out the updated, user-friendly tool here: rightreview.knowledgetranslation.net @andreatricco.bsky.social @rcsipophealth.bsky.social

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SPORAlliance @sporalliance.bsky.social · 27/11/2025

Nous avons le plaisir de vous annoncer que le document Série d’approches de dissémination est maintenant disponible en français! Accéder au document Série d’approches de dissémination (PDF, 418 Ko): sporevidencealliance.ca/wp-content/u...

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SPORAlliance @sporalliance.bsky.social · 27/11/2025

Our Menu of Dissemination Approaches is now available in French! Access the French version (PDF, 418 KB): shorturl.at/6FmVP Access the English version (PDF, 336 KB): shorturl.at/tBksn

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KTCanada.bsky.social @ktcanada.bsky.social · 27/11/2025

(1/2) Please share: Save the date for the next KT Canada Summer Institute! The 2026 Summer Institute will be in Ottawa, Ontario from June 8-10. This year, there will be an option to stay another day and participate in the inaugural Ottawa Evidence to Action Showcase event! #ImpSci

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SPORAlliance @sporalliance.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

Dr. Shannon Sibbald's team at Western University is recruiting participants to explore the lived experiences of people with COPD & their informal caregivers. To participate or learn more: Survey link: shorturl.at/dXSVS Access the flyer: shorturl.at/Sred9 Contact: Dr. Sibbald (ssibbald@uwo.ca).

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SPORAlliance @sporalliance.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

DEADLINE EXTENDED TO NOVEMBER 27, 2025 - There’s still time to register for the Digital Health Literacy for Older Adults (DHLOA) in-person knowledge mobilization event! Sign up as a Person with Lived Experience: tinyurl.com/bp5bn6wr Sign up as a General Attendee: tinyurl.com/48x8x5e2 /1

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KTprogram.bsky.social @ktprogram.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

(3/5) By enrolling in the Vaccine+ study, you can receive: -The Vaccine Champions course (open until Jan 19, 2026) – the course certificate can be submitted for 3 IPUs; -Expert-led town halls; -Vaccine educational materials; -Chances to enter raffles! Learn more & sign-up here: bit.ly/47soGL0

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Missed the first “Vaccines 101” Town Hall? Attend the 2nd live session of the “Vaccines 101” Town Hall on December 10th, 2025 at 12:00 – 1:00PM ET! Register here. Calling all long-term care home and retirement home leaders and staff in Ontario! Join the St. Michael’s Hospital Vaccine+ Project to share your insights,and access free […]

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KTprogram.bsky.social @ktprogram.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

(1/5) Missed the last Vaccine Champions course? Want to learn about flu & COVID-19 vaccines to make informed decisions about your health & help your peers do the same? #LongTermCare #RetirementHome

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KTCanada.bsky.social @ktcanada.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

KT Canada newsletter for Nov. 19, 2025: mailchi.mp/f5773ca888cb...

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KTprogram.bsky.social @ktprogram.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

Check out this recent op-ed from KTP Director Dr Sharon Straus & Dr Stephen Toope, where they discuss whether the Government of Canada’s latest budget meets the moment, on behalf of The Royal Society of Canada. bit.ly/4r8KFhd #Innovation @andreatricco.bsky.social @sporalliance.bsky.social

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Reinforcing Canada’s culture of innovation and discovery - University Affairs

A multidisciplinary approach is needed to help shape good policy and provide avenues for nation-building investment.

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SPORAlliance @sporalliance.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

Les principaux thèmes de discussion et apprentissages tirés de toutes les rondes des communautés de pratique pour la recherche axée sur le patient sont désormais disponibles en français! Ronde 1 : shorturl.at/zEiaa Ronde 2 : shorturl.at/0iC9j Ronde 3 : shorturl.at/d9Ljv /1

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SPORAlliance @sporalliance.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

We are pleased to share that the key discussion themes and learnings from all rounds (rounds 1-3) of the Patient-Driven Research Communities of Practice are now available in French! Round 1: shorturl.at/zEiaa Round 2: shorturl.at/0iC9j Round 3: shorturl.at/d9Ljv /1

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KTCanada.bsky.social @ktcanada.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

Exciting news! The Ontario SPOR SUPPORT Unit is launching 'OSSU World Café Conversations' — a new 3-part series on patient engagement in research. Patients, the public, and researchers: YOU choose the topics! Share what matters most: bit.ly/4hOJzmM #PatientEngagement #Research #OSSU

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OSSU World Café conversations

This isn't a series of talks TO you, this series is about REAL conversations on topics YOU want to discuss. To shape the OSSU World Café conversations event series we would like to know what topics YO...

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SPORAlliance @sporalliance.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

You’re Invited - Join us for the Digital Health Literacy for Older Adults (DHLOA) In-Person Knowledge Mobilization Event! Sign up as a Person with Lived Experience: tinyurl.com/bp5bn6wr Sign up as a General Attendee: tinyurl.com/48x8x5e2 /1

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KTprogram.bsky.social @ktprogram.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

Check out this recent publication from KT Program grad student Dr Jenny Yu Qing Huang! #FallPreventionMonth @andreatricco.bsky.social @sporalliance.bsky.social

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SPORAlliance @sporalliance.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

Pleins feux sur une recherche menée par des patients! Cette synthèse exploratoire relève les obstacles et les leviers de l’accès aux soins dentaires pour les personnes et les familles en situation de désavantage socio-économique au Canada. Pour consulter le rapport : shorturl.at/CgWpE /1

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SPORAlliance @sporalliance.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

New patient-led research spotlight! This scoping review identified barriers and facilitators to accessing dental healthcare for individuals and families experiencing socio-economic disadvantage in Canada. Access the report and learn more here: sporevidencealliance.ca/projects/den... /1

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Kids Brain Health Network @kidsbrainhealth.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

The KBHN Indigenous Stream offers two levels of support for impactful Indigenous-led projects: Connection Grants: $25,000 (1 year) Community Impact Grants: $100,000/year (2 years). 📅 Applications due December 5. Apply here: kidsbrainhealth.ca/indigenous-s...

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