Wellesley Institute

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

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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. https://t.co/vdTeDlSNkX

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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. https://t.co/vdTeDlSNkX

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Did you miss the Community Knowledge Program's last webinar? Find all event recordings on our website and stay up to date on research and settlement work in the GTA.
https://t.co/EMnpjlvACx

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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). https://t.co/86shpvjmTx

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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. https://t.co/86shpvjmTx

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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. https://t.co/86shpvjUJ5

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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.
https://t.co/hL8IYWkQsz

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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. https://t.co/mvlwmh0yWS

[Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work @UofT_FIFSW]

"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: https://t.co/J1xkL4EFDQ #uoft

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The Liberal Party of Canada leadership race is coming to a close. We analyzed the candidates’ proposals on thriving and food security. Read the latest in our #liberalleadership series.
https://t.co/s6T4qxH1xS

[Social Planning Toronto @planningtoronto]

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: https://t.co/DuJfQOuKIu

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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. https://t.co/WxbEzWRaLg

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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. https://t.co/86shpvjUJ5

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The final post in our #OntarioElection Platform Analysis series covers housing 🏡. Before heading to the polls on February 27, find out how each party plans on addressing homelessness and housing affordability. #OntarioVotes2025
https://t.co/J0GgdfTHcY

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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.
https://t.co/ksUTf0JCPd

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🗳️The Ontario Election is on February 27. How do the parties differ in their plans to ensure everyone in Ontario can thrive?

Read our latest platform analysis to learn more. #OntarioVotes2025 https://t.co/WuQPctlDDh

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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 https://t.co/YlG7uYEMm1

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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.
https://t.co/D97W640ldJ

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📰 Sign up for our newsletter and get the latest research, policy updates and progress towards health equity delivered straight to your inbox. https://t.co/bFjVU1d8jw

[Elections Ontario @ElectionsON]

Want to vote early in this provincial election? Vote at an advance poll from February 20 to 22!

For a full list of locations and hours, visit https://t.co/tdBlw4IQUf or select the voting tab in the Elections Ontario app.

#ONelxn #OntarioVotes #ONpoli #ONvotes #ElectionsOntario

[ACE @acelawyers]

📢 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