Research and policy to improve health and health equity in the Greater Toronto Area through action on the social determinants of health.

201 Gerrard St. E., Toronto
Joined March 2009
Wellesley Institute is now on Bluesky! Follow us at @wellesleyinstitute.bsky.social for the latest research, policy updates and progress towards health equity in the Greater Toronto Area.
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Race-based data in health makes the invisible visible. More than 70 leading voices in health equity in Canada have joined the call for a nation-wide approach to collecting, using and effectively governing race-based data. Read the consensus statement. wellesleyinstitute.com/conse…
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In Canada, your life expectancy and risk of disease depends on your race. This must change. Better collection, use and governance of race-based data in health will make a difference. Read the new national consensus statement. wellesleyinstitute.com/conse…
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Today is the last day to apply for our researcher position! Apply before the deadline this evening at 5:59 p.m. (ET). wellesleyinstitute.com/posit…
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ICYMI: We're hiring! If you're a researcher with experience in the social determinants of health and carrying out policy-relevant research, consider applying. The deadline for applications is March 11. wellesleyinstitute.com/posit…
Wellesley Institute is hiring! We're looking for a researcher who has knowledge of the social determinants of health and can carry out policy-relevant research that applies to our Thriving at Work Framework. The deadline to apply is March 11. wellesleyinstitute.com/posit…
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Strong democracies have better health outcomes. With 80% of Canadians now getting their news from the internet, @JemalDemeke examines how AI can sway our decisions, and how we need to respond to the risks. wellesleyinstitute.com/techn…
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🏡 Canada needs a plan to end homelessness and address housing affordability – quickly. The Federal Liberal leadership race ends March 9. Learn more about how each candidate plans to address housing. wellesleyinstitute.com/elect…
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"Let us take this opportunity to reflect on the incredible contributions of social workers across Ontario and beyond... Together, we are shaping a more just and compassionate society." Read Dean Williams' full message in honour of Social Work Week: socialwork.utoronto.ca/news/… #uoft
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Increasing ODSP rates and strengthening tenant protections aren't radical positions; in fact, they were supported by the majority of Ontario voters. Read our latest in the Toronto Star: thestar.com/opinion/contribu…
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What if we treated food like a utility? Similar to how water and electricity are regulated, healthy food should be available at a price every household can afford. Read the latest in our Federal Liberal leadership series. wellesleyinstitute.com/elect…
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Wellesley Institute is hiring! We're looking for a researcher who has knowledge of the social determinants of health and can carry out policy-relevant research that applies to our Thriving at Work Framework. The deadline to apply is March 11. wellesleyinstitute.com/posit…
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When it comes to health system equity, where do Ontario's main political parties stand? Find out by reading our latest party platform analysis — part of our #OntarioElection series. wellesleyinstitute.com/elect…
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The next leader of Ontario should commit to ending chronic homelessness. We urge them to take this crisis seriously and act immediately to advance towards healthy housing for all. Read the latest blog in our Ontario Election series. #OntarioVotes2025 wellesleyinstitute.com/elect…
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💡There is still time to register for today's free webinar! Join CKP's project lead Emily Mooney today at 11 a.m. as she speaks with Vince Pietropaolo and Farishta Dinshaw from @COSTI_org about research and settlement work in the GTA. events.teams.microsoft.com/e…
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📢 The City of Toronto wants your input! 🏙️✨ Are you a senior or older adult living in Toronto? Help shape the City’s 3rd Seniors’ Strategy! Share your thoughts on how Toronto can better support seniors at one of six in-person workshops—no registration needed! #TorontoSeniors
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