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“Accountable? Us?” Journalists’ professional standards in an era of ungated content

Hosted by:  Ryerson Centre for Free Expression

Press freedom is a constitutional right because journalism is essential for democracy. Journalists have special access to official spaces and public events, and receive legal privileges. But who are “journalists” in this time of ungated information, and how are they accountable? CFE senior fellow and journalism professor emeritus  Ivor Shapiro  has spent 20 years investigating journalists’ self-understanding, professional status, and peer-accountability, which varies markedly amongst the world’s democracies. Join Ivor in conversation with Carleton journalism professor  Susan Harada , a former CBC news reporter who now chairs J-Schools Canada. 

• Date:  Wednesday,   December 1, 2021
• Time:  4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. (EST)
• Location:  Online 

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Proposed School of Medicine Fall Engagement EDI and Social Accountability in the MD Program

Hosted by:  Ryerson University

Dr. Steven N. Liss , Vice-President, Research and Innovation and Chair of the School of Medicine Planning Committee, will host this virtual session for the broader Ryerson community to be engaged in shaping the preliminary proposal for the proposed MD program. The topic for this session is “EDI and Social Accountability in the MD Program”. Please consider registering to participate.

• Date:  Wednesday,   December 1, 2021
• Time:  6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (EST)
• Location:  Online 

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Proposed School of Medicine Fall Engagement Truth and Reconciliation Session

Hosted by:  Ryerson University

Dr. Steven N. Liss , Vice-President, Research and Innovation and Chair of the School of Medicine Planning Committee, will host this virtual session for the broader Ryerson community to be engaged in shaping the preliminary proposal for the proposed MD program. The topic for this session is “Truth and Reconciliation”. Please consider registering to participate.

• Date:  Thursday,   December 2, 2021
• Time:  10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (EST)
• Location:  Online 

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iBEST Visiting Lecturer Series: “Machine Learning and Computer Vision Technologies for Intelligent Systems”

Hosted by:  Institute for Biomedical Engineering, Science and Technology (iBEST)

The iBEST Visiting Lecturer Series is pleased to present a talk by  Dr. Guanghui (Richard) Wang , associate professor in the Department of Computer Science at Ryerson University. His academic interests include computer vision, image analysis, machine learning, and intelligent systems. Dr. Wang’s lecture will be presented on behalf of the Biomedical Imaging and Therapy (BIT) theme at iBEST and will be hosted by  Dr. Miranda Kirby .

• Date:  Friday,   December 3, 2021
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (EST)
• Location:  Online 

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How Should Democracies Regulate Speech Online?

Hosted by:  Ryerson Centre for Free Expression

Jameel Jaffer  is Executive Director of the Knight First Amendment Institute at Columbia University. Previously, he was Deputy Legal Director, American Civil Liberties Union, where he oversaw the ACLU’s work relating to free speech, privacy, technology, national security, and international human rights. Join Jameel in conversation with  Andrew Clement , Professor Emeritus in University of Toronto’s Faculty of Information where he coordinates the Information Policy Research Program.

• Date:  Wednesday,   December 8, 2021
• Time:  4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. (EST)
• Location:  Online 

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Book Launch for “Rethinking Migration and Return in Southeastern Europe” 

Hosted by:  The Canada Excellence Research Chair in Migration and Integration (CERC)

Eda Gemi  (University of New York Tirana) and  Anna Triandafyllidou  (CERC, Ryerson University) will present their recently published book which provides an important new analytical framework for making sense of return, remigration and circular mobility. Using an in-depth case study of Albania and its two main destination countries, Italy and Greece, the book demonstrates that instead of being viewed as a linear path between origin and destination, migration should be seen as a segmented or cyclical pattern that may involve several localities and more than two countries.

• Date:  Thursday,   December 9, 2021
• Time:  7:00 - 8:00 a.m. (EST)
• Location:  Online 

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Access to Justice for Refugees: How legal aid and quality of counsel impact fairness and efficiency in Canada’s asylum system

Hosted by:  The Canada Excellence Research Chair in Migration and Integration (CERC Migration)
 
Join CERC Migration for the launch of a new study that examines how refugee legal aid and the quality of representation affect the fairness and efficiency of Canada’s asylum procedures. Researchers undertook an in-depth study to understand barriers to justice through funding for refugee legal aid and poor-quality or abusive counsel, and propose policy changes to strengthen Canada’s asylum system to ensure access to justice for vulnerable refugee claimants.
 
Authors and presenters include:
Craig Damian Smith,  Senior Research Associate, CERC Migration, Ryerson University, and Research Affiliate, Centre for Refugee Studies, York University
Sean Rehaag,  Director, Centre for Refugee Studies, Founding Director of the Refuge Law Laboratory, York University, and Associate Professor, Osgoode Hall Law School
Trevor Farrow , Professor, Osgoode Hall Law School and Chair, the Canadian Forum on Civil Justice

Discussant:
Sharry Aiken ,  Associate Professor and Academic Director, Graduate Diploma in Immigration & Citizenship Law, Faculty of Law, Queen’s University

• Date:  Thursday,   December 9, 2021
• Time:  12:00 - 1:00 p.m. (EST)
• Location:  Online 

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Generous Futures: Dismantling Anti-Asian Racism

Hosted by:  Ryerson Alumni

Without a doubt, anti-Asian racism is on the rise in Canada and globally. What impact does anti-Asian racism have on East Asian and South Asian communities, and what can we do about it? How do we better support equity and racial justice through philanthropy? Join our panel for a provocative discussion that will centre on the role giving plays in dismantling anti-Asian racism.

Panellists
Janice Fukakusa , Chancellor, Ryerson University
Sabina Vohra-Miller , Co-Founder, Vohra Miller Foundation
Dr. Joseph Yu Kai Wong , Canadian Physician and Philanthropist; Founder, Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care

Moderator
Krishan Mehta , Assistant Vice-President, Engagement, Ryerson University

• Date:  Thursday,   December 9, 2021
• Time:  1:00 - 2:00 p.m. (EST)
• Location:  Online 

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HBooks: Tracking the History of History in Periodicals

Hosted by:  The Centre for Digital Humanities (CDH)

Join  Leslie Howsam  (Distinguished University Professor Emerita, History, University of Windsor & CDH Senior Research Associate) in conversation with  Jason Boyd  (CDH Director),  Reg Beatty  (CDH Projects Manager),  Catherine Ellis  (History, X University) and  Andrew Dobbs  (History, University of Central Lancashire) about HBooks and related issues around the dissemination and teaching of history.

• Date:  Thursday,   December 9, 2021
• Time:  2:00 - 3:00 p.m. (EST)
• Location:  Online 

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Modi’s India: How Hindu Nationalism has Eroded the World’s Largest Democracy

Hosted by:  Faculty of Arts

India has long stood out as the most unlikely democracy in the world. Two centuries of British colonial rule had deepened absolute poverty, social inequalities and religious conflicts. Yet the secular 1950 Constitution granted universal adult suffrage, codified a wide range of civil liberties and political rights, and institutionalized many checks across a sprawling federal parliamentary democracy.

The rise to power of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) since 2014, however, has deeply challenged its foundations. What explains this sudden transformation? Why do so many citizens in India continue to support the leader of the BJP, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, despite the failures of his government to realize its promise of rapid economic modernization? And what are the ramifications of these changes for democracy in India and its standing in the world?

Speaker:
Christophe Jaffrelot,  Professor, King’s College London

Host:
Sanjay Ruparelia , Associate Professor, Ryerson University, Jarislowsky Democracy Chair

• Date:  Thursday,   December 9, 2021
• Time:  4:00 - 5:30 p.m. (EST)
• Location:  Online 

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Intersections: Towards a New Frontier in Medical Education

Hosted by:  Faculty of Arts

It’s time to build a medical school as diverse as the communities its doctors serve.

Ryerson is embarking on a new chapter that will help shape the future of health care in Ontario. The university has received a planning grant from the provincial government that will support the development of a proposal for a new kind of medical school in Brampton. The proposal will detail the university’s innovative approach to health education and the manner in which it will address growing gaps in primary care across the province and the country at large. Hear experts share their vision for the new frontier in medical education in Ontario.

Moderator
Steven N. Liss, Vice-President, Research and Innovation, Ryerson University

Speakers
Josephine Pui-Hing Wong, Professor, Daphne Cockwell School of Nursing
Adam Kassam, President, Ontario Medical Association

• Date:  Thursday,   December 14, 2021
• Time:  1:00 - 2:00 p.m. (EST)
• Location:  Online 

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RShare Demo by Figshare

Hosted by:  Ryerson Library

This online session is part of the launch of RShare – the University’s new Knowledge Mobilization Platform. This demo will introduce the features of figshare, an Integrated Repository Solution that provides access to a wide range of scholarly and creative work including journal articles, dissertations, data, video, images, 3D models, and supports over 300 file formats.

Learn how to upload content, create projects for collaboration, create collections for grouping content together, update your profile, claim authorship, cite items, and understand statistics.

• Date:  Monday,   November 1, 2021
• Time:  10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. (EDT)
• Location:  Online 

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Pricing of maritime transportation services under demand uncertainty

Hosted by:  TRSM Research Seminar by Dr. Hossein Zolfagharinia

This study considers a shipping firm that provides transportation services between two ports in both directions and proposes a mathematical model to determine the price and quality of the service considering empty container repositioning and demand uncertainty. We propose an algorithm to convert the obtained results into a practical procedure that the shipping firm can utilize, and we investigate the impact of several internal and external factors on the firm’s profit.

Speaker
Dr. Hossein Zolfagharinia,  Associate Professor of Operations and Supply Chain Management, Global Management Studies

Contact Maya Paidi at mpaidi@ryerson.ca to register.

• Date:  Wednesday,   November 3, 2021
• Time:  11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (EDT) 
• Location:  Online 

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FRESH VOICES – Activating Open Spaces and Creative Placemaking

Hosted by:  City Building Ryerson

Cities are searching for new ways to activate open spaces and improve their citizens’ quality of life and well-being. Encouraging social gatherings while offering inclusive, inspirational and educational spaces has been the foundation of the research and creative work of  Victor Perez-Amado , Assistant Professor, School of Urban and Regional Planning. In this session, we talk with Perez-Amado about his career and practice, his many collaborations and the inspirational ideas he brings to his work.

• Date:  Wednesday,   November 3, 2021
• Time:  11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (EDT) 
• Location:  Online 

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Artist Talk with Susan Dobson

Hosted by:  Ryerson Image Centre 

Susan Dobson will discuss a series of photographs featuring aspects of the now defunct university slide collections at Ryerson University and the University of Guelph, both collections that she used as an educator. Her exhibition forefronts the material qualities of slides and their ephemera, and also invites attendees to consider how university curricula have changed since slides were last in use. 

Speaker
Susan Dobson  is a a lens-based artist who is interested in the ontological, technological and material qualities of photography. She is a professor in the School of Fine Art and Music at the University of Guelph. 

• Date:  Wednesday,   November 3, 2021
• Time:  7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. (EDT) 
• Location:  Online 

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Migrant Futures Webinar: Global elite migration in the pandemic era: Is this the end of the global elite?

Hosted by:  CERC Migration

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, we have witnessed a dramatic series of forced lockdowns and even more challenging re-openings with ambivalent procedures in countries around the world. This has created uneasy conditions for global elite migrants, including transnational artists (such as opera singers or ballet dancers) and athletes (such as hockey or rugby players). Join CERC Migration for a webinar exploring the dynamics of global elite migrations in the post-pandemic age

Panelists
Irina Isaakyan ,   Senior Research Associate, CERC Migration, Ryerson University
Geoffery Kohe ,   Senior Lecturer, School of Sport and Exercise Sciences, University of Kent
Agnieszka Weinar , Adjunct Professor, Institute of European, Russian and Eurasian Studies, Carleton University

• Date:  Wednesday,   November 4, 2021
• Time:  12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (EDT) 
• Location:  Online 

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On the Frontlines of Democracy: Can Democracy Prevent Climate Catastrophe?

Hosted by:  Faculty of Arts and Toronto Public Library

Can our democracies confront the unfolding global climate disaster before we reach an irreversible tipping point? Are the normal self-correcting mechanisms of modern democratic governance sufficient to introduce necessary systemic changes in time? Or will the slow grind of building democratic majorities, amid the myriad checks and balances that protect vested interests, eventually demand more autocratic solutions?

Speakers
Kate Aronoff , staff writer at The New Republic, co-editor of We Own the Future: Democratic Socialism, American Style and co-author of A Planet to Win: Why We Need a Green New Deal.
Sanjay Ruparelia , Jarislowsky Democracy Chair at Ryerson University and Associate Professor in the Department of Politics and Public Administration

• Date:  Thursday, November 4, 2021
• Time:  4:00 p.m. (EDT)
• Location:  Online

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Erandi de Silva on Centering the Edge: Interrupting Architectural Narratives

Hosted by:  Department of Architectural Science (DAS) Lecture Series

This lecture will explore architectural publishing as a critical practice with emancipatory potential. As a counterpoint to a talk given at the University of Rwanda in 2019, ‘Centering the Edge’ will reveal how the act of filling the gaps in what stories are shared can move the discipline toward both greater equity and understanding. The role that writing can play in building a ground-up movement toward a freer, more inclusive landscape within architecture will be discussed, while looking back at over a decade of digital and printed work.

Speaker
Erandi de Silva  is a Sri Lankan-British-Canadian architect and editor currently based in Ghana. In 2016, she launched Loké Journal, which examines the art of making as an inclusive, cross-cultural, and global pursuit. 

• Date:  Thursday,   November 4, 2021
• Time:  6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. (EDT) 
• Location:  Online 

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Research Webinar: COVID-19 Exposure Risk and Hazard Pay for Union and Non-Union Workers: Evidence from the Canadian Labour Force Survey

Hosted by:  The Centre for Labour Management Relations (CLMR)

COVID-19 exposure risk is not equally distributed across workers or occupations. In this paper, we create a COVID-19 exposure risk score using data from Visual Capitalist and matching that with Labour Force Survey occupational level data. We examine whether, based on these COVID-19 exposure risk scores, workers in higher risk categories are compensated for that risk in the form of ‘hazard pay’ premiums. We find that overall, workers are not compensated for this risk. We also find no evidence of a ‘hero-pay’ premium that extended to all workers deemed essential during the first 12 months of the pandemic.

Speaker
Rafael Gomez,  Associate Professor, University of Toronto and Director, Centre for Industrial Relations and Human Resources

• Date:  Monday,   November 8, 2021
• Time:  12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (EST) 
• Location:  Online 

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Democracy Dialogues: Social Media - The enemy of a vibrant and inclusive democracy?

Hosted by:  Faculty of Arts and Democratic Engagement Exchange

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced candidates to rely even more on social media to get their message out and to connect with potential supporters. On this virtual campaign trail, candidates, specifically women and racialized candidates, often face insults, threats, hate speech and other abuse. What is the impact of this on civic engagement and our democracy? What happened during the 2021 Federal Elections? And how should we respond?

Speakers
Sabreena Delhon , Executive Director at The Samara Centre for Democracy and Director of Programs and Outreach at the Canadian Race Relations Foundation
Amira Elghawaby , contributing columnist for the Toronto Star, past founding board member of the Canadian Anti-Hate Network, a Commissioner on the Public Policy Forum’s Canadian Commission on Democratic Engagement

• Date:  Monday, November 8, 2021
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (EST)
• Location:  Online

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How to Leverage Your IP for Success

Hosted by:  Zone Learning Inventors & Innovators Series and Bereskin & Parr LLP

Isi Caulder and Ahmed Elmallah will build on IP strategies and concepts which can be implemented and updated for achieving business goals through various phases of the business life cycle. If you are developing or planning to develop innovative products or services, you are encouraged to attend the session and then to book a complementary consultation to further develop your IP Strategy.

Speakers
Isi Caulder , Partner, Bereskin & Parr LLP, Co-leader, Artificial Intelligence (AI) practice group
Ahmed Elmallah , Associate,   Bereskin & Parr LLP, Member, Electrical & Computer Technology practice group

• Date:  Tuesday,   November 9, 2021
• Time:  10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. (EST) 
• Location:  Online 

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National Forum on Anti-Asian Racism: Building Solidarities

Hosted by:  Faculty of Arts

This two-day event will bring together students, staff, faculty and academic leaders, as well as community partners, to engage in a timely and open dialogue about anti-Asian racism in Canada’s post-secondary education sector. It will build on the important work initiated by the University of British Columbia at its inaugural National Forum on Anti-Asian Racism in June 2021.

Join us virtually for live panel discussions, moderated conversations, interviews, keynote remarks and engaging breakout and workshop sessions.

• Date:  Tuesday,   November 9, 2021 and Wednesday, November 10, 2021
• Time:  11:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. (EST) 
• Location:  Online 

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Generous Futures: Combating Islamophobia

Hosted by:  Ryerson University Alumni Association

We are shining a spotlight on the vital role of charitable giving in combating Islamophobia. Recently, there has been a devastating uprising of anti-Muslim sentiment in Canada and globally. This panel of senior leaders will unpack how philanthropy is confronting Islamophobia and helping to create a safe and supportive environment for all.

Moderator
Anver Saloojee,  Professor, Department of Politics and Public Administration, Ryerson University

Panelists
Nabeela Ixtabalan , EVP, Chief People & Corporate Affairs Officer, Walmart Canada
Armughan Ahmad,  Managing Partner & President, Digital KPMG
Chris Blauvelt , Founder & CEO, LaunchGood

• Date:  Tuesday,   November 9, 2021
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (EST) 
• Location:  Online 

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Quality at the source or at the end? Managing supplier quality under information asymmetry

Hosted by:  TRSM Research Seminar by Dr. Mohammad Nikoofal

Despite the many benefits of outsourcing, firms are still concerned about the lack of critical information regarding both the risk levels and actions of their suppliers, who are usually just a few links away. By comparing the agency costs associated with each contractual setting, we characterize the value of output- and action-based incentive mechanisms from the perspective of the manufacturer. We also analyze the marginal value of the combined contracting strategy and characterize when it strictly dominates over output- and effort-based contracts.

Speaker
Dr. Mohammad Nikoofal , Associate Professor, Global Management Studies. His research focuses on the application of operations research techniques in the context of homeland security and public-private partnership in security; and in the private sector, in the context of supply chain risk management.

Contact Maya Paidi at mpaidi@ryerson.ca to register.

• Date:  Wednesday,   November 10, 2021
• Time:  11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (EST) 
• Location:  Online 

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Métis Identity 2: Collectivity, Provisionality, and Being Our Own Bosses

Hosted by:  Faculty of Community Services

Join Christi Belcourt and Molly Swain for a conversation about historical and contemporary Métis ways of organizing ourselves, finding opportunity and joy in moments of rupture, and Métis self-determination in the age of recognition.

Panelists
Christi Belcourt  (apihtâwikosisâniskwêw / mânitow sâkahikanihk) is a visual artist, designer, community organizer, environmentalist, social justice advocate, and avid land-based based arts and language learner. 
Molly Swain  is an otipêmsiw-iskwêw born and raised in Treaty 7 and Métis Nation of Alberta Region 3 territory, and currently living in amiskwaciwâskahikan on Treaty 6, MNA Region 4, and Nehiyaw-Pwat lands. She is a PhD student in the Faculty of Native Studies at the University of Alberta researching 20th century Métis history and Métis anarchism. 

• Date:  Wednesday, November 10, 2021
• Time:  4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (EST)
• Location:  Online

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Artist and Curator in Conversation: Emmanuelle Léonard with Louise Déry

Hosted by:  Ryerson Image Centre

Join artist  Emmanuelle Léonard  in conversation with  Louise Déry , director of the Galerie de l’UQAM and guest curator of Deployment, an exhibit which brings the elements of Canada’s military operations into sharp contrast against a backdrop of endless snow in the remote Resolute (Qausuittuq) sector of Nunavut. Léonard and Déry will enter a dialogue on the themes presented in the exhibition, consisting of photographic portraits and a two-channel video made during Léonard’s research residency in 2018, under the Canadian Forces Artists Program in the Far North. 

• Date:  Wednesday,   November 10, 2021
• Time:  7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. (EST) 
• Location:  Online 

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LegalVoices: Diverse Ideas + Inclusive Futures

Hosted by:  Lincoln Alexander School of Law

Join members of the legal academy, practicing bar, judiciary and the broader community at the LegalVoices conference to help advance EDI efforts and accelerate transformation in the legal sector. Featuring keynote presentations, panels and breakout sessions, LegalVoices will provide a space for thought-provoking dialogue, reflection and action on EDI in legal education and practice.

The keynote speaker will be  Justice Mahmud Jamal , recently appointed to the Supreme Court of Canada. Justice Jamal will share his perspectives on the impact of COVID-19 on the courts; building trust in the bench; and creating a more equitable, diverse, and inclusive justice system in Canada.

• Date:  Saturday,   November 13, 2021
• Time:  9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (EST) 
• Location:  Online 

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BRM – A methodology for improving the practical relevance of belief-based information technology usage theories

Hosted by:  TRSM Research Seminar by Dr. Sameh Al Natour

As valuable as theories on technology usage and adoption are, there has been growing criticism about the fact that several constituting belief constructs do not lend themselves to prescriptions for actionable interventions, in particular those geared toward IT design. We address this concern by developing a Broadness Reduction Methodology (BRM) that relies on Fishbein and Ajzen’s (1975) foundational work on the nature and formation of beliefs to help researchers develop belief-based theoretical models that are more relevant to IT practitioners. 

Speaker
Sameh Al-Natour , Associate Professor, Information Technology Management. His research focuses on the design and evaluation of human-computer interfaces, and the adoption and use of information technology.

Contact Maya Paidi at mpaidi@ryerson.ca to register.

• Date:  Wednesday,   November 17, 2021
• Time:  11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (EST) 
• Location:  Online 

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FRESH VOICES – Research Talk with Dr. Rania Hamza

Hosted by:  City Building Ryerson

Each session of Fresh Voices shines a light on the ideas, perspectives and research priorities of new faculty members across campus doing work related to building healthier, more resilient urban systems, places and communities. Join us for this informal and engaging research talk with  Dr. Rania Hamza , Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering.

Contact cpfeiffer@ryerson.ca for more information.

• Date:  Wednesday,   November 17, 2021
• Time:  11:00 a.m. (EST) 
• Location:  Online 

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Noon Time Collection Talk with Edward Burtynsky

Hosted by: Ryerson Image Centre (RIC)

Join us for a conversation between the RIC’s Director Paul Roth and celebrated Canadian photographer Edward Burtynsky , whose iconic images have brought global attention to the impacts of human industry on the natural landscape. This insightful discussion will focus on Burtynsky’s artistic legacy, and the first two instalments of his multi-year, career-spanning donation of his photographs to the RIC. 

The Edward Burtynsky Collection at the RIC currently comprises over 200 photographs and is on track to become the most comprehensive institutional collection of this important artist's work.

• Date: Thursday, November 18, 2021
  
• Time: 12:00 p.m. (EST)
• Location: Online

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iBEST Symposium

Hosted by:  Institute for Biomedical Engineering, Science and Technology (iBEST)

Join us at this year’s Annual iBEST Symposium, a partnership between Ryerson University and Unity Health Toronto (St. Michael’s Hospital) that brings together Ryerson’s engineering and science strengths with Unity Health’s biomedical research and clinical expertise to translate research concepts into testable healthcare solutions.

This year’s symposium will host a panel discussion on  Strengthening Research Excellence through Equity, Diversity and Inclusion . In addition, an  iBEST Student Poster Competition  will take place, providing an opportunity for iBEST trainees to share their current research projects.

Keynote speakers
Dr. Samira Mubareka,  Scientist, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
Dr. Rebecca Fahrig,  Head of Innovation, Business Area Advanced Therapies, Siemens Healthcare GmbH

• Date:  Friday,   November 19, 2021
• Time:  10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (EST) 
• Location:  Online 

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Book Talk: Once a Bitcoin Miner with Ethan Lou

Hosted by: Alumni Relations

Ryerson alumnus Ethan Lou takes readers through the proverbial cryptocurrency Wild West in his book, Once a Bitcoin Miner: Scandal and Turmoil in the Cryptocurrency Wild West. Cryptocurrency, also known as millenial gold, is a domain that we often hear about, but nobody truly knows. Ethan takes readers on a fascinating ride through his experiences as a student investor and Bitcoin miner, to writing for Reuters and meeting founders and criminals associated with the domain.

Speaker
Ethan Lou (Journalism ’15) is a journalist and author. His previous book, Field Notes from a Pandemic, was named among the CBC’s best Canadian non-fiction for 2020 and shortlisted for the Rakuten Kobo Emerging Writer Prize. 

• Date: Tuesday, November 23, 2021
• Time: 12:30 p.m. - 1:00 pm (EST)
• Location: Online 

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FRESH VOICES – Research Talk with Dr. Samantha Biglieri

Hosted by:  City Building Ryerson

Each session of the Fresh Voices series shines a light on the ideas, perspectives and research priorities of the new faculty members across campus doing work related to building healthier, more resilient urban systems, places and communities. Join us for this informal and engaging research talk with  Dr. Samantha Biglieri  of the School of Urban and Regional Planning about her work in inclusive urban and community planning for people living with dementia.

Contact cpfeiffer@ryerson.ca for more information.

• Date:  Thursday,   November 25, 2021
• Time:  11 a.m. (EST) 
• Location:  Online 

Register for FRESH VOICES – Research Talk with Dr. Samantha Biglieri

People, Pandemics & Priorities: Reflections from the Front Lines, with Dr. Abdu Sharkawy

Hosted by:  PhD Policy Studies Program

Dr. Abdu Sharkawy  is an Internal Medicine and Infectious Diseases Specialist at the University Health Network and an assistant professor of medicine at the University of Toronto. He is a longstanding member of the guidelines committee for the Association of Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases of Canada and has almost 20 years of experience on the front lines dating back to the SARS pandemic of 2003. After the talk there will be a Q&A period. 

• Date:  Thursday,   November 25, 2021
• Time:  3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (EST) 
• Location:  Online 

Register for People, Pandemics & Priorities: Reflections from the Front Lines, with Dr. Abdu Sharkawy

Migration Working Group: Emerging dimensions of Sino-African migrations

Hosted by:  CERC Migration

The November Migration Working Group will include presentations by:

Kudus Oluwatoyin Adebayo , University of Ibadan
Obert Hodzi , University of Liverpool
Benjamin Mulvey , The Education University of Hong Kong
Abdul-Gafar Tobi Oshodi , Lagos State University
Wei Wang , University of Hong Kong

Moderator
Oreva Olakpe,  Research Fellow, CERC Migration

• Date:  Thursday,   November 30, 2021
• Time:  8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. (EST) 
• Location:  Online 

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Modeling of Human Body Dynamics with Contact

Hosted by:  Institute for Biomedical Engineering, Science and Technology (iBEST)

The iBEST Visiting Lecturer Series continues this fall with a talk by  Dr. Fengfeng (Jeff) Xi , a Professor in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at Ryerson University. His areas of academic interest include morphing mechanisms with application to morphing wings, designing smart aircraft cabins and seats, and aircraft manufacturing automation. Dr. Xi’s lecture, “Modeling of Human Body Dynamics with Contact,” will be presented on behalf of the Biomedical Imaging & Therapy (BIT) theme at iBEST and will be hosted by  Dr. Darren Yuen .

• Date:  Friday, October 1, 2021
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online

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Lecture Series: Pascale Sablan

Hosted by:  Department of Architectural Science

“I Was Asked to Stand“ is a unique discussion that empowers the audience to engage in the dismantling of injustice by highlighting the disparity of lack of representation, documentation and acknowledgment of the great works of diverse (Women and BIPOC) designers and architects. 

Speaker:
Pascale Sablan , FAIA, NOMA, LEED AP, Associate at Adjaye Associates, is the Founder and Executive Director of Beyond the Built Environment. In 2020, Pascale was voted President-Elect of the National Organization of Minority Architects. Pascale holds a Bachelor of Architecture from Pratt Institute and a Master of Science in Advanced Architectural Design from Columbia University. She has been on the team for a variety of mixed-use, commercial, cultural and residential projects in the U.S., Saudi Arabia, India, and UAE. 

• Date:  Monday, October 4, 2021
• Time:  6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online

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Workshop: It’s Time for an IP Strategy

Hosted by:  Zone Learning at Ryerson University

Held in collaboration with Bereskin & Parr LLP, this workshop will help you answer the important question “what is your IP Strategy?” by covering key aspects including technology and brand protection, academic collaborations and freedom-to-operate risk management. This session will provide useful background on IP for a second session “Leveraging Your IP Strategy'', which will be held on Tuesday, November 9 (further details to come).

Speakers:
Isi Caulder , Partner, Bereskin & Parr LLP 
Ahmed Elmallah , Associate, Bereskin & Parr LLP

• Date:  Tuesday, October 5, 2021
• Time:  10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online

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The Digital Obesogenic Environment: What Types of Food Media Content Do We Engage with Online and Why

Hosted by:  Ted Rogers School of Management (TRSM) Research Seminar Series 

Food media content is some of the most popular content on social media. There are over 400 million posts on “#food” and 250 million on “#foodporn”. This presentation summarizes a recent and ongoing program of research on understanding food media content on social media. Using a combination of machine learning and controlled experiments, this research identifies what types of food media content receives more engagement and why.

Presented by:
Matthew Philp  is an Assistant Professor of Marketing at TRSM. One of his primary research interests is understanding the factors that influence consumer behaviours with technology, including online and social media interactions. 

Contact Maya Paidi at mpaidi@ryerson.ca to register.

• Date:  Wednesday, October 6, 2021
• Time:  11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online

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Plastic additives: An overlooked risk for our urban drinking water?

Hosted by:  City Building Ryerson Fresh Voices Series

It is well established that global plastic pollution is a reason for concern. Plastic items and tiny microplastics have been found virtually everywhere on the planet and it has been estimated that at the rate of the current pollution, there will be more plastic (by weight) in the ocean than fish by 2050. In her research, Dr. Roxana Suehring focuses on these plastic additives in urban areas, their fate and behaviour in Canadian water, and which ones are priorities from an environmental risk point of view.

Speaker:
Dr. Roxana Suehring , Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry and Biology, Ryerson University

• Date:  Thursday, October 7, 2021
• Time:  11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Writing a Data Management Plan Using DMP Assistant

Hosted by:  Ryerson Library

A data management plan (DMP) is a document that outlines what data will be created, and what you will do with that data during and after your research project. Documenting a plan for your data is good practice and an integral part of responsible data management. This workshop will go through the steps of creating a data management plan using DMP Assistant, an online tool that follows best practices in data stewardship, and walks you through key questions about your data. 

• Date:  Thursday, October 7, 2021
• Time:  2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online

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Demystifying the Literature Review

Hosted by:  Ryerson Library

A literature review can seem like an overwhelming and daunting task, but it is a crucial academic skill. It is essential to research, and is frequently required in course assignments throughout university. This session will break down the reasons why we do literature reviews and the steps one must take in order to ensure a sufficient and/or thorough exploration of the resources where the literature is found. Tips and tricks for managing the process will be offered. Participants will have increased confidence in defining and conducting the literature review, and will become familiar with the key resources required to complete one.

• Date:  Thursday, October 7, 2021
• Time:  3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online

Register for Demystifying the Literature Review

Charles Taylor: How Democracies Degenerate

Hosted by:  Toronto Public Library and Ryerson Faculty of Arts

What are the sources of degeneration in our democracies today? How are they similar and different from earlier decades? And what can we do to reverse the slide? The eminent philosopher Charles Taylor, one of Canada’s foremost public intellectuals, explores these questions in conversation with Sanjay Ruparelia.

Guests:
Charles Taylor , Philosopher, Professor Emeritus, McGill University
Sanjay Ruparelia , Associate Professor, Faculty of Arts, Ryerson University

• Date:  Thursday, October 7, 2021
• Time:  6:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online

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Focus groups: Purposes and processes

Hosted by:  Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Migration and Integration

In this workshop you will learn:

• What are the possibilities and limitations of using focus group discussions as a process for data collection?
• What are some specific ethical considerations for conducting focus group discussions?
• How do you recruit participants, select and set up the venue, and prepare for the discussion?
• How do you create an inclusive and respectful dialogue among the participants?
• How do you record, transcribe and analyze the data?

Workshop Leader:
Mehrunnisa Ali  is a Professor in the School of Early Childhood Studies at Ryerson. She is currently leading a project to study the role of the family in migration through a coalition of research centres in Australia, Canada, China and India.

• Date:  Friday, October 8, 2021
• Time:  9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Market Research for Everyone

Hosted by:  Ryerson Library

Do you want to get started on market research for your venture, small business or organization? This hands-on workshop introduces participants to subscription databases available through the Ryerson Library that can help you find relevant data, consumer/client behaviour and preferences, industry trends and more. The workshop is open to all Ryerson students and employees and no prior experience is required. Please have your my.ryerson login information available to use during the session. 

• Date:  Tuesday, October 12, 2021
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online

This is a drop-in session with no registration required. Join the workshop at https://ryerson.zoom.us/j/99756640166

Critical Data Literacy and COVID-19 Visualizations: Strategies to Slow the Spread of Misinformation

Hosted by:  Ryerson Library 

The need to understand data visualizations has never been more important. Every day, we are inundated with more COVID-19 data, graphs and charts. Some of these data visualizations are well-designed and easy to understand, but others are confusing and misleading. This workshop will cover common data visualization issues that lead to confusion and misinformation and will use critical data literacy strategies to evaluate charts and graphs.

• Date:  Thursday, October 14, 2021
• Time:  11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

Register for Critical Data Literacy and COVID-19 Visualizations: Strategies to Slow the Spread of Misinformation

Centering Community Voices in Toronto’s Food Security Response

Hosted by:  Centre for Studies in Food Security (CSFS)

The event will highlight preliminary findings from a project led by a CSFS member research team, which examines the impacts of COVID-19 on food security and assesses emergency response preparedness in food security practice. The event will spotlight work led by community-based organizations and initiatives across the City of Toronto. Breakout sessions will focus on discussions surrounding self-determination, community food sovereignty, the funding landscape, and equitable and resilient food futures.

Speakers include:
Mustafa Koc , Professor of Sociology, Ryerson University and Director, CSFS
Sara Edge , Associate Professor of Geography and Environmental Studies, Ryerson University
Amra Munawar , Director of The Rexdale Hub
Tinashe Kanengoni , Community Program Manager of The Centre for Immigrant and Community Services

• Date:  Thursday, October 14, 2021
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Demystifying Research & Archives with Creative Problem-Solving

Hosted by:  Nia Centre for the Arts

How can we begin to distinguish research as a discipline, and move towards viewing research as an on-going discipline that supports the artistic creation and projects of Black artists? Led by Dr. Cheryl Thompson, this seminar will explore various research methods, including those rooted in, or informed by Afro-Diasporic tradition, and how these methods can be incorporated into and leveraged towards the creation of Black artistic projects.

Dr. Cheryl Thompson  is an Assistant Professor in Creative Industries at The Creative School. She is the author of Uncle: Race, Nostalgia, and the Politics of Loyalty (2021) and Beauty in a Box: Detangling the Roots of Canada’s Black Beauty Culture (2019). Dr. Thompson is currently working on her third book on Canada’s history of blackface as performance and anti-Black racism. In 2021, Dr. Thompson was named to the Royal Society of Canada’s College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists.

• Date:  Thursday, October 14, 2021
• Time:  6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. (ET)
• Location:  Online

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Preparing survey data for analysis using SPSS (Part 1)

Hosted by:  Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Migration and Integration

This introductory-level workshop introduces participants to basic data preparation before performing statistical analysis, including creating and verifying variables, cleaning data, and preparing descriptive statistics. Besides data preparation, participants will apply what they have learned to case studies by using the SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) software. Case studies and exercises are selected to build quantitative analytic skills useful for all Social Science researchers. The workshop is intended for those interested in introducing quantitative research methods into their projects and seeking hands-on training in SPSS software.

Workshop Leaders:
Stein Monteiro , Research Fellow, CERC Migration
Seyda Aytac , Research Assistant, CERC Migration

• Date:  Friday, October 15, 2021
• Time:  9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online

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Our Social Dilemma: Confronting Online Harms in Canada

Hosted by:  Ryerson Leadership Lab

Join experts for a discussion and Q&A on the Government of Canada’s proposed online harms legislation, and what we can do to develop regulatory solutions. This event is co-hosted by the Cybersecure Policy Exchange, an initiative of the Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst, and the Centre for Media, Technology and Democracy at McGill University.

Moderator 
Taylor Owen , Beaverbrook Chair in Media, Ethics and Communications and Director and Founder, The Centre for Media, Technology and Democracy, McGill University

Speakers
Amira Elghawaby , Director of Programs, Canadian Race Relations Foundation
Emily Laidlaw , Canada Research Chair in Cybersecurity Law and Associate Professor, Faculty of Law, University of Calgary
Raegan MacDonald , Head of Public Policy, Mozilla

• Date:  Friday, October 15, 2021
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online

Register for Our Social Dilemma: Confronting Online Harms in Canada

Sex and the Pandemic: A Speaker Series

Hosted by:  Faculty of Community Services

This speaker series addresses how sex, sexuality and intimacy may be conceived of by queer men and men who have sex with men (MSM) within the context of the COVID-19 global pandemic.

Speakers:
Susanna Paasonen , Professor of Media Studies at University of Turku, Finland
John Paul Ricco , Professor of Comparative Literature, Art History and Visual Culture at the University of Toronto
João Florêncio , Senior Lecturer in History of Modern and Contemporary Art and Visual Culture at the University of Exeter, U.K.

• Date:  Friday, October 15, 2021
• Time:  1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Research Presentation: Working more for more and working more for less: Labor supply in the gain and loss domains

Hosted by:  Centre for Labour Management Relations (CLMR)

This research presentation will discuss how labor supply reacts to wages, one of the most fundamental questions of labor economics. As the world of work moves away from a fixed nine-to-five schedule with rigid wages to more flexible arrangements, such as gig employment where both hours and wage rates fluctuate, this question becomes ever more important.

Presented by:
Dr. Fei Song , Professor and Chair, Organizational Behaviour/Human Resources Management, Ted Rogers School of Management

• Date:  Monday, October 18, 2021
• Time:  12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (ET)
• Location:  Online

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Generous Futures: Addressing Ageism

Hosted by:  Alumni and Friends

How does Canadian society discriminate against individuals based on their age? How can we ensure that seniors are given the respect, dignity and agency they are entitled to? What role does philanthropy play in better supporting our ageing populations? Join us for a panel discussion that will explore these questions and shed light on how charitable giving is carving new pathways for seniors.

Moderator:
Michael Nicin , Executive Director, National Institute on Ageing, Ryerson University

Panelists:
Dr. Samir K. Sinha , Director, National Institute on Ageing, Ryerson University
Mitch Frazer , Partner and Chair, Pensions and Employment Practice, Torys LLP

• Date:  Tuesday, October 19, 2021
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online

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Judging Justice in Ontario: Attorney General Doug Downey

Hosted by:  Faculty of Arts and Lincoln Alexander School of Law

Attorney General  Doug Downey  is the public face of justice, but also interfaces with the political process. He is the chief law officer of the Crown, but also an elected politician sitting in cabinet.

Bring your questions about his balancing act to the RU Democracy Forum, co-hosted by  Martin Regg Cohn , Toronto Star Columnist and Visiting Practitioner in the Faculty of Arts, and  Donna E. Young , Dean of the Lincoln Alexander School of Law.

• Date:  Tuesday, October 19, 2021
• Time:  5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (ET)
• Location:  Online

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Virtual Products as an Extension or a Presentation of my Body

Hosted by:  Ted Rogers School of Management (TRSM) Research Seminar Series 

Consumer’s ability to touch products is an essential component of one’s retail shopping experience. When the ability to touch is not available, Virtual Reality (VR) platforms may provide a simulated medium for consumers to haptically explore products. We demonstrate that a VR retail environment leads to consumers perceiving certain products as an extension of the body as opposed to perceiving it as a presentation of the body. 

Presented by:
Dr. Seung Hwan (Mark) Lee  is a Professor in TRSM’s School of Retail Management. His primary research interests are in the consumer behaviour discipline, specifically focusing on the structural dynamics of social networks and its impact on retail consumers. 

Contact Maya Paidi at mpaidi@ryerson.ca to register.

• Date:  Wednesday, October 20, 2021
• Time:  11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online

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Demystifying the Literature Review

Hosted by:  Ryerson Library 

A literature review can seem like an overwhelming and daunting task, but it is a crucial academic skill. It is essential to research, and is frequently required in course assignments throughout university. This session will break down the reasons why we do literature reviews and the steps one must take in order to ensure a sufficient and/or thorough exploration of the resources where the literature is found. Tips and tricks for managing the process will be offered. Participants will have increased confidence in defining and conducting the literature review, and will become familiar with the key resources required to complete one.

• Date:  Wednesday, October 20, 2021
• Time:  11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online

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Dealing with (Massive) Urban Change in Japan

Hosted by:  City Building Ryerson Fresh Voices Series

Storied mega-city of 38 million people, Tokyo has rebuilt itself twice in the past 100 years (and many times before), and continues to change at a rapid pace. Other cities in Japan are also rebuilding and rethinking, such as those in the Tohoku Region, which was affected by the devastating 2011 earthquake and tsunami disaster.

Speaker:
Dr. Will Galloway , whose professional practice bridges Canada and Japan, looks at how to manage massive change in the built environment. He is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Architectural Science.

• Date:  Wednesday, October 20, 2021
• Time:  11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Technologies in My Practice Seminar

Hosted by:  MedTech Talent Accelerator

Dr. Joao B. Rezende Neto , MD, PhD, FRCSC, FACS will present a talk addressing the medical technologies used in his practice. He works in the Trauma and Acute Care Surgery Department at St. Michael’s Hospital, is a Professor in the Department of Surgery at the University of Toronto, an Associate Scientist at the Keenan Research Centre, and the Lead for Device Development and Entrepreneurship.

Ontario’s Virtual Clinical Immersion Training program is offered by the MedTech Talent Accelerator and is designed to provide intimate knowledge of the clinical setting that results in better preparedness to join the workforce. The goal of the Technologies in my Practice Seminars is to help increase public awareness about medical technology in clinical settings. 

• Date:  Wednesday, October 20, 2021
• Time:  11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
• Location:  Online

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The myth of ‘Canada the Good’; Why Settlers need to understand the Indian Act now

Hosted by:  Faculty of Arts and the Department of Psychology

This is an introductory webinar which looks at the relationship between Indigenous peoples and settlers over the last 500 years, and focuses on the history and philosophies which informed – and continue to inform – the Indian Act today. Participants can expect to learn about early treaties and key historical documents leading up to the Indian Act that outline principles and values of relationships to each other and the environment.

Featured speaker:
Dawn T. Maracle  is a Mohawk woman and single mother from Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory living with invisible disabilities. She has three decades of award-winning experience working with and for Indigenous communities, organizations, initiatives and campaigns. 

• Date:  Wednesday, October 20, 2021
• Time:  12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET)
• Location:  Online

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Getting Started with Systematic Reviews

Hosted by:  Ryerson Library

This session is intended for students, research assistants and faculty who are planning to undertake a systematic review, or who are interested in applying systematic research methods to a current project. We will discuss the core components of a systematic review, what makes a review ‘systematic’, and how to apply advanced research skills when searching the literature. There will be a particular focus on how best to utilize the Library’s resources when undertaking a systematic review.

• Date:  Thursday, October 21, 2021
• Time:  11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

Register for Getting Started with Systematic Reviews

Introduction to Patent Searching

Hosted by:  Ryerson Library

Novel? Useful? Non-obvious? This interactive workshop introduces participants to the Library’s tools for patent searching, as well as free online tools. Learn how to search for and file Canadian and international patents, as well as reasons you might not want to. In addition to these skills, this workshop includes an overview of how patents and intellectual property law have contributed to systemic exclusion and potentially even hindered global creation and discovery.

• Date:  Thursday, October 21, 2021
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Lecture Series: Magdalena Milosz

Hosted by:  Department of Architectural Science

While various historical figures have been referred to as “architects” of the Canadian residential school system — including the namesake of X University — this talk looks at the actual role of the profession in the genocidal history between the settler state and Indigenous peoples. Residential schools and other architectures mediated between a centralized bureaucracy and the communities and territories in which they were built, operating as a crucial component of settler colonialism.

Speaker
Magdalena Miłosz  is trained as an architect and is currently completing a PhD in the Peter Guo-hua Fu School of Architecture, McGill University. Her work examines architecture as a site of encounter between Indigenous peoples and the settler-colonial state, and is supported by SSHRC, McGill University, the Canadian Centre for Architecture and the Graham Foundation. 

• Date:  Thursday, October 21, 2021
• Time:  6:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Data analytics for the Social Sciences using SPSS (Part 2)

Hosted by:  Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Migration and Integration

This workshop is intended for those interested in introducing quantitative research methods into their projects and seeking hands-on training in the SPSS software. Some basic knowledge of statistics is required. The workshop will cover:

• The different types of data and applying the appropriate data analysis methods
• How to perform hypothesis testing and run a regression analysis using SPSS
• How to create publication quality graphs and tables using SPSS

Workshop Leaders:
Stein Monteiro , Research Fellow, CERC Migration
Seyda Aytac , Research Assistant, CERC Migration

• Date:  Friday, October 22, 2021
• Time:  9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online

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Introduction to Zotero

Hosted by:  Ryerson Library

Zotero is a free, easy-to-use tool that helps you collect, organize, cite and share your research sources. Zotero lets you add citations to journal articles, websites and books with a single click. You can also use it to create footnotes, endnotes, in-text citations or bibliographies in the style of your choice. The use of a citation manager is highly recommended for graduate students, faculty and research assistants.

• Date:  Tuesday, October 26, 2021
• Time:  11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online

Register for Introduction to Zotero

Coincidence or Conspiracy: Tackling conspiracy theories with critical research and reading skills

Hosted by:  Ryerson Library

This workshop explores the reasons why conspiracy theories continue to have such an important role in our society and why developing your critical research and reading skills are now more important than ever. We will discuss the history of conspiracy theories, why we believe them and how to fight them.

• Date:  Tuesday, October 26, 2021
• Time:  2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online

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Migration working group: Immigration policies and the labour market experiences of foreign-born workers

Hosted by:  Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Migration and Integration

Join CERC Migration for a series of monthly sessions to discuss the innovative research being done on migration by emerging and established scholars. The October Migration Working Group addresses the theme  immigration policies and the labour market experiences of foreign-born workers  and will include presentations by:

Ryan Allen , University of Minnesota
Mikal Skuterud , University of Waterloo
Chris F. Wright , University of Sydney
Yoko Yoshida , Western University
 
Discussions will be moderated by  Rupa Banerjee , Canada Research Chair in Economic Inclusion, Employment and Entrepreneurship of Canada’s Immigrants and Associate Professor of Human Resource Management and Organizational Behaviour at Ryerson University.

• Date:  Tuesday, October 26, 2021
• Time:  4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online

Contact person: Sinthu Vimaladasan, Events Coordinator, CERC Migration: svimaladasan@ryerson.ca

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Evolution of sustainability reporting in Canadian Companies – 2009-2020. Singh, R.M., and Walsh, P.

Hosted by:  Ted Rogers School of Management (TRSM) Research Seminar Series 

We are studying the evolution of sustainability reporting among the Standard & Poor and TSX top 200 companies in Canada. Our study seeks to understand how sustainability reporting has changed in the past 11 years. There has been a steady increase in how many firms undertake sustainability reporting, the disclosures made and which factors are given more importance. 

Presented by:
Dr. Ranjita Singh  is the coordinator of the BSM program at TRSM. Her research involves studying corporate governance, new industries and the impact of business incubators.

Contact Maya Paidi at mpaidi@ryerson.ca to register.

• Date:  Wednesday, October 27, 2021
• Time:  11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online

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Perfecting the Pitch

Hosted by:  Ryerson Library 

A one-hour workshop focused on developing attendees’ pitching skills for academic and non-academic projects. The workshop will provide practical guidance, tips and personalized feedback. The workshop will involve a presentation by the instructor followed by breakout groups and presentations of attendees’ pitches.

• Date:  Wednesday, October 27, 2021
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online

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Venceremos! – A Celebration of Latin American Heritage Month

Hosted by:  Lincoln Alexander School of Law

In celebration of Latin American Heritage Month, we are bringing together Latinx legal professionals to share personal stories, experiences and strategies for taking on opportunities and challenges throughout their careers. Together, we will honour the accomplishments of Latin American legal professionals and shed light on the underrepresentation of the Latin American community in the legal sector.

Moderator:
Veronica Marson , Partner & Co-Founder at Wynford Legal

Panelists:
Roberto Aburto , Partner, Gowling WLG
Hon. Justice Joseph W. Bovard , Ontario Court of Justice
Alexander Gay , General Counsel, Department of Justice
Marisa Victor , Vice-Chair, Landlord & Tenant Board, Tribunals Ontario

• Date:  Wednesday, October 27, 2021
• Time:  7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. (ET)
• Location:  Online

Register for Venceremos! – A Celebration of Latin American Heritage Month

Introducing RShare: the Library’s New University Knowledge Mobilization Platform

Hosted by:  Ryerson Library

Join the Library for the official launch of RShare – the Library’s new University knowledge mobilization platform and integrated research repository solution. We will host a virtual panel discussion about RShare and its role in knowledge mobilization.

Panelists:
Carol Shepstone , Chief Librarian
Brian Cameron , Head of Collection Services
Nora Mulvaney , Research Data and Liaison Librarian
Richard McCulloch , Executive Director, Research Service, Office of the Vice-President, Research and Innovation

• Date:  Thursday, October 28, 2021
• Time:  10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
• Location:  Online

Getting started with LaTeX: an intro to basic features

Hosted by:  Ryerson Library 

LaTeX is a document preparation system widely used in many STEM fields. As an alternative to MS Word or Google Docs, LaTeX specializes in the creation of professional documents, and excels in typesetting equations, inserting figures and graphics, and managing references.

If you haven’t used it before there is a learning curve, but once you are familiar with some basic commands you can create professional-looking documents very easily. This workshop will provide a quick overview of core LaTeX features and will get you started with a simple document in Overleaf. No previous knowledge of LaTeX is required.

• Date:  Thursday, October 28, 2021
• Time:  11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online

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Documentary Premiere: Migrant Lives in Pandemic Times

Hosted by:  Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Migration and Integration

In the face of the most significant global crisis of the century, our research team set out to learn directly from migrants how they have been fairing through the pandemic, what policy change could improve their conditions, and how we can learn from their unique experiences across divergent countries. From a Chilean pandemic home-school tutor in Oakland, California, to a Bangladeshi construction worker living in Singapore, we have uncovered stories that give voice to the everyday reality of migrants around the world.

Join CERC Migration and Migration Matters for a documentary premiere exploring 13 stories of migrant lives in pandemic times. Choose a time to join us, or stay for the entire screening.

Contact person: Sinthu Vimaladasan, Events Coordinator, CERC Migration: svimaladasan@ryerson.ca

• Date:  Thursday, October 28, 2021
• Time:  12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online

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How to write an effective policy brief

Hosted by:  Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Migration and Integration

Policy briefs are becoming increasingly relied upon by policy-makers to help them canvas a wide range of perspectives and evidence to inform their decisions. They are also an important tool to help researchers share their insights and evidence with a broader community and build a reputation as an expert. Ultimately, policy briefs are a critical step in making research results known so that the work will have impact in the wider world. 

In this workshop you will learn:   

• What is the role of policy briefs in the policy decision-making process?
• Who is the audience of a policy brief and what do we need to know about them?
• What are the key components of effective policy briefs?
• How do we best present evidence?
• What are the steps to writing a policy brief?

Workshop Leaders:
Naomi Alboim , Senior Policy Fellow, CERC Migration
Laura Matthews , Marketing and Communications Manager, CERC Migration

• Date:  Friday, October 29, 2021
• Time:  9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online

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iBEST Visiting Lecturer Series: Dr. Kullervo Hynynen

Hosted by:  Institute for Biomedical Engineering, Science and Technology (iBEST)

The iBEST Visiting Lecturer Series continues this fall with a talk by  Dr. Kullervo Hynynen , a Senior Scientist and Vice- President of Research and Innovation at Sunnybrook Research Institute. His areas of academic interest include ultrasound for non-invasive surgery, targeted drug delivery and gene therapy. Dr. Hynynen will be presenting on behalf of the Biomedical Imaging &Therapy (BIT) theme at iBEST and will be hosted by  Dr. Miranda Kirby .

Contact iBest at ibest@ryerson.ca for more information and to register.

• Date:  Wednesday, October 29, 2021
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online

Policy 63 | Town Hall 2

Hosted by:  Office of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation

The University is undertaking a comprehensive review of Senate Policy 63, originally titled Policy on Ownership of Student Work in Research.  

Through the review of Policy 63, Ryerson has the opportunity to establish an Intellectual Property Policy for the University.  Policy 63 addresses the dissemination, sharing and ownership of intellectual property (IP) generated from SRC activities that are not covered by separate collective agreements, such as student work, and the terms around revenue generated from the commercialization of those inventions.

Town halls will be held so that members of the Ryerson community can provide feedback on the draft revised policy. We encourage members of the Ryerson community to attend and provide feedback.

Contact Allyne Sareno at policy63@ryerson.ca to register.

• Date:  Wednesday,   September 1, 2021
• Time:  3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Policy 63 | Town Hall 3

Hosted by:  Office of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation

The University is undertaking a comprehensive review of Senate Policy 63, originally titled Policy on Ownership of Student Work in Research.  

Through the review of Policy 63, Ryerson has the opportunity to establish an Intellectual Property Policy for the University.  Policy 63 addresses the dissemination, sharing and ownership of intellectual property (IP) generated from SRC activities that are not covered by separate collective agreements, such as student work, and the terms around revenue generated from the commercialization of those inventions.

Town halls will be held so that members of the Ryerson community can provide feedback on the draft revised policy. We encourage members of the Ryerson community to attend and provide feedback.

Contact Allyne Sareno at policy63@ryerson.ca to register.

• Date:  Thursday, September 9, 2021
• Time:  11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Linda Colley: How War Shaped Constitution-Making and Spread (and Limited) Rights

Hosted by: Toronto Public Library

Constitutional democracies face mounting challenges. In many countries, the resurgence of nationalism and populism threatens civil liberties and political rights. An exclusive conception of the people, and a growing belief that political majorities can act as they wish, leads many to question the checks and balances that constrain executive power, and the rule of law itself.

Yet these constitutions are modern phenomena. What explains their rise? How did patterns of war, the formation of the public sphere and struggles over empire influence the spread and nature of constitution-making? What forces are shaping the prospects of constitutionalism in the twenty-first century?

Guests:

​​Linda Colley, Professor, Department of History, Princeton University

Sanjay Ruparelia, Associate Professor, Department of Politics and Public Administration, Ryerson

● Date: Thursday, September 9, 2021
● Time: 4:00 p.m- 5:00 p.m. (ET)
● Location: Online

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Let's Talk...Library Research Collections and Resources

Hosted by:  Ryerson Library

Join Faculty Affairs for a tour of the Library’s extensive research collection to find the best and most relevant scholarly information available. The library's services and collaboration space for faculty and graduate students, including the Library's Collaboratory, will be highlighted. Other services for students will also be highlighted, including our digital literacy and experiential learning workshops and the Library's Digital Media Experience Lab.

• Date:  Tuesday, September 14, 2021
• Time:  2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Facilitating knowledge transfer from academic audit research to standard setters

Hosted by:  Ted Rogers School of Management (TRSM) Research Seminar Series

Facilitating knowledge transfer from academic audit research to standard setters:   In recent years, there has been an increased push to use academic evidence in accounting and auditing standard setting. In this research program, we tackle the following questions: What is the “current state of the world”, i.e., what approaches have been undertaken to transfer knowledge from academics to standard setters? What is the “ideal world”, i.e., what are the best practices to achieve knowledge transfer from academics to standard setters? Can we move from the current state to the ideal state?

Presented by:
Dr. Yi Luo  (CPA, CA) is an Assistant Professor in Accounting at the School of Accounting and Finance, TRSM, and is completing her PhD at Queen’s University. She uses experimental and qualitative methods to research practice-relevant issues, and her work has been published in the Journal of Business Ethics and Accounting, Organizations and Society. Prior to academia she worked at Deloitte’s Toronto office.

Contact Maya Paidi at mpaidi@ryerson.ca to register.

• Date:  Wednesday, September 15, 2021
• Time:  11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Can Tougher Hate Speech Laws Stem the Tide of Hate: Examining Bill C-36

Hosted by: Centre for Free Expression

In June, the Federal Government introduced Bill-36 to amend the hate speech provisions in the Criminal Code and to restore a hate speech prohibition in the Canadian Human Rights Act. Join an expert panel in exploring whether these legal measures are suitable for the task of reducing hate in Canada.

Co-sponsors are Edmonton Public Library, Milton Public Library, PEN Canada, Thunder Bay Public Library, Toronto Public Library, Vancouver Public Library and World Press Freedom Canada.

Panelists:

Faisal Bhabha , Associate Professor, Osgoode Hall Law School; Former Vice-Chair, Ontario Human Rights Tribunal

Ena Chadha , Outgoing Chief Commissioner, Ontario Human Rights Commission

Richard Moon , Distinguished University Professor of Law, University of Windsor and author of 2008 Report for the CHRA on the regulation of hate speech on the Internet

Moderator:

Cara Zwibel, Director, Fundamental Freedoms Program, Canadian Civil Liberties Association

● Date: September 15, 2021
● Time: 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. (ET)
● Location: Online

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Sex and the Pandemic Series: Forms of Intimacies

Hosted by:  School of Disability Studies

A Speaker Series organized by Ricky Varghese:  This series brings together scholars from a range of disciplinary backgrounds and investments, including sociology, media studies, disability studies, queer theory, psychoanalysis, and Black studies, to explore how new modes of understanding sex and sexualities continue to evolve in light of the current pandemic. 

Talks:
Confinement and Intimacies  - Idil Abdillahi, Assistant Professor, School of Disability Studies, Ryerson University
Hot for Zoom: Cruising for Access Intimacy across Pandemics  - Marty Fink, Associate Professor, Professional Communication, Ryerson University and Tali Cherniavsky, Ryerson University
Rethinking Sex: Black Queer Literature in the Time of HIV/AIDS  - Darius Bost, Associate Professor, Ethnic Studies, University of Utah

• Date:  Friday, September 17, 2021
• Time:  1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Social Set Analysis: Principles of a Set-Theoretical Approach to Big Data Analytics and Applications to Digital Enterprises

Hosted by:  Ted Rogers School of Management (TRSM) Research Seminar Series

Social Set Analysis: Principles of a Set-Theoretical Approach to Big Data Analytics and Applications to Digital Enterprises:  A novel approach to big data analytics called Social Set Analysis (SSA) consists of a generative framework for the philosophy of computational social science, a theory of social data, conceptual and formal models of social data, and an analytical framework for combining big social data with organizational and societal datasets for generating meaningful facts, actionable insights, valuable insights and sustainable impacts.

Presented by:
Dr. Ravi Vatrapu  is director of the Centre for Digital Enterprise Analytics and Leadership (DEAL), Loretta Rogers Research Chair in Digital Enterprise, and Professor of computational social science at the School of Information Technology Management, Ted Rogers School of Management, Ryerson University. He was formerly a professor of computational social science at the Department of Digitalization, Copenhagen Business School; professor of applied computing at the Kristiania University College; and the founding director of the Centre for Business Data Analytics.

Contact Maya Paidi at mpaidi@ryerson.ca to register.

• Date:  Wednesday, September 22, 2021
• Time:  11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Research Ethics and Compliance Workshop

Hosted by:  Office of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation

Are you planning on undertaking research that involves the use of human participants, animals, controlled goods, biological agents or chemicals? This workshop will introduce you to the many resources and tools available to support the research ethics review process at Ryerson, in addition to information on other compliance requirements.

• Date:  Wednesday, September 22, 2021
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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No Vaccine Against Hate: COVID-related Anti-Asian Racism on Migration

Hosted by:  CERC in Migration and Integration

Canada and the United Kingdom increasingly rely on international immigration from Asia to boost their population and economic growth. However, as events unfolded during the pandemic, much attention was paid to the origins of COVID-19, fueling the racializing and 'othering' of Chinese people and those who are assumed to be of Asian descent.

Join  CERC Migration  for a webinar that will explore the implications of anti-Asian racism for migrants and diasporas post-pandemic.

Chair:
Michelle Nguyen , Research Technician, CERC Migration, Ryerson University

Panelists:
Ethel Tungohan , Assistant Professor, Department of Politics, York University
Miu Chung Yan , Professor, School of Social Work, University of British Columbia
Diana Yeh , Senior Lecturer, City, University of London

• Date:  Thursday, September 23, 2021
• Time:  12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Dating, Sex and COVID-19

Hosted by:  Modern Literature and Culture Research Centre

From casual online dating to sex in partnerships, the pandemic has profoundly affected the way we think about sex and relationships. This webinar explores the shifts in intimacy in the wake of COVID-19 with the help of four experts who will deliver remarks and answer your questions:

Dominic Pettman, Professor,  Media and New Humanities, The New School
Jessica O'Reilly,  Founder of Sex with Dr. Jess
Maria Gurevich,  Professor, Psychology, Ryerson University
Stefanie Duguay,  Assistant Professor, Communication Studies, Concordia University 

• Date:  Thursday, September 23, 2021
• Time:  4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Keynote: Naomi Klein — This Changes Everything: Capitalism vs. the Climate

Hosted by:  Alumni Relations

In her most provocative talk yet,  Naomi Klein  tackles the most profound threat humanity has ever faced: the war our economic model is waging against life on earth.  

Climate change, Klein argues, is a civilizational wake-up call, a powerful message delivered in the language of fires, floods, storms and droughts. Confronting it is no longer about changing the light bulbs. It’s about changing the world — before the world changes so drastically that no one is safe. Either we leap — or we sink.

• Date:  Monday,   September 27, 2021
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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World Tourism Day

Hosted by:  Ryerson’s Institute for Hospitality and Tourism Research

Chef Tommy McHugh  will be doing a live segment on sustainable cocktails and suggesting pairings with an East Coast Canadian influence.

Tracey Clark,  Vice President of New Business for Shorefast, will discuss her experience with Shorefast, Bridgehead Coffee and Hub Ottawa. In conversation with  Sonya Graci  (Associate Professor, Hospitality and Tourism Management), Tracey Clark will discuss how tourism plays a role in inclusive growth and reshaping destinations. Help us celebrate the tourism industry, its recovery, and to discuss tourism innovation.

• Date:  Monday, September 27, 2021
• Time:  5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Migration Working Group: Labour Migration in the Asia Pacific

Hosted by:  CERC in Migration and Integration

Join CERC Migration for a series of monthly sessions to discuss the innovative research being done on migration by emerging and established scholars. The September Migration Working Group addresses the theme of labour migration in the Asia Pacific and will include presentations by:

Jolin Joseph,  Doctoral Candidate, School of Gender, Sexuality and Women’s Studies, York University
Matt Withers,  Research Fellow, Macquarie University
Kidjie Saguin,  Assistant Professor, Public Policy and Governance, University of Amsterdam
Exequiel Cabanda,  Asia Research Institute, National University of Singapore

Discussion will be moderated by  Richa Shivakoti , Senior Research Associate, CERC Migration, Ryerson University.

• Date:  Tuesday, September 28, 2021
• Time:  8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Intersections — The Future of Sport

Hosted by:  Alumni Relations

For many of us, the first sign of the seriousness of the global pandemic was the abrupt suspension of the NBA season in March 2020. Other professional leagues followed, and then struggled with new rules and regulations as the world grappled with COVID-19. As we enter a post-pandemic era, industry experts will gather to discuss how professional, amateur and varsity sports can rise and thrive in the new normal.

Moderator:
Justin Bobb , Director of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE)

Speakers:
Cheri L. Bradish , Founder and Managing Director, the Future of Sport Lab
Lou Cowin , Executive Director of Athletics and Recreation, Ryerson University
Greg Douglas , Senior Consultant, Monitor Deloitte
Julio Ramirez , Assistant, International Scouting, Toronto Blue Jays

• Date:  Tuesday, September 28, 2021
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Election Aftermath: Democratic Action and Accountability

Hosted by : Ryerson Democracy Forum, Faculty of Arts

What did Canada’s 44th election reveal about democratic engagement – and disengagement? In mid-pandemic, amid social discontent and environmental disruption, are we holding politicians and parliamentary institutions accountable? Bring your questions as distinguished political scientists analyze the post-election outlook for Canadian democracy and answer your questions on the challenges facing the next federal Parliament in the era of a global pandemic.

Moderator:

Martin Regg Cohn , Visiting Practitioner and Toronto Star political columnist.

Featured speakers:

Pamela Palmater , Chair in Indigenous Governance and Professor in the Department of Politics and Public Administration at X University

Tracey Raney , Director of the Master in Public Policy and Administration program and Professor in the Department of Politics and Public Administration at X University Sanjay Ruparelia, the Jarislowsky Chair in Democracy and Associate Professor in the Department of Politics and Public Administration at X University

Lori Turnbull , Director of the School of Public Administration and Professor of Political Science at Dalhousie University

• Date: Tuesday, September 28, 2021
• Time : 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (ET)
• Location: Online 

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Exploring the Effect of Non-Traditional, Narrative Tourism Advertisements on Perceptions of Authenticity and Future Tourism intentions among Potential Repeat Visitors

Hosted by:  Ted Rogers School of Management (TRSM) Research Seminar Series

Exploring the Effect of Non-Traditional, Narrative Tourism Advertisements on Perceptions of Authenticity and Future Tourism intentions among Potential Repeat Visitors:  Our findings suggest that prior experience with a destination significantly affects both perceptions of ad authenticity and future tourism intentions due to viewing a non-traditional advertisement. We further find evidence that storytelling is an effective promotional tool that can enhance consumer reaction to non-traditional advertisements through identification and transportation into the narrative story.

Presented by:
Dr. Wayne W. Smith  is a Professor in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management. He is the editor of the Journal of Teaching in Travel and Tourism and a member of six other editorial boards. He is a winner of the Golden Pineapple and the Charles R. Goeldner Article of Excellence Award. His research centres focus on consumer behaviour and policy in relation to travel and tourism.

• Date:  Wednesday,   September 29, 2021
• Time:  11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

Contact Maya Paidi at mpaidi@ryerson.ca to register.

Life after COVID-19: What does it really mean to build back better?

Hosted by : Faculty of Community Services

The COVID-19 pandemic challenged and dramatically altered nearly every facet of daily life. The critical importance of care for mental and physical health, access to childcare and education, and safety at home and at work was underscored by an urgency and demand at unprecedented levels. At the same time, we witnessed a widening gap between populations’ access to these things, leaving marginalized and vulnerable groups most disproportionately impacted. This interdisciplinary panel of experts from our community looks at the social fallout of the pandemic and what it will take to “build back better.”

Moderator:
Kiaras Gharabaghi , Dean, Faculty of Community Services

Panelists:
Beverly-Jean Daniel , Assistant Professor, School of Child and Youth Care
Pamela Robinson , Director School of Urban and Regional Planning
Jordan Tustin , Assistant Professor, School of Occupational and Public Health
Josephine Wong , Professor, Daphne Cockwell School of Nursing

• Date: September 29, 2021
• Time: 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (ET)
• Location: Online

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(Postponed) FEAS Discovery Series: Journey to Mars 

Hosted by: Faculty of Engineering and Architectural Science

On September 29, FEAS invites you to discover Mars. Our distinguished speakers will confront the incomprehensible conversations of colonizing the red planet to explore the potential of the human race’s survival in space.

If we had this chance at a do-over, how will we avoid the social, political and environmental mistakes made on Earth on Mars? How will law and order be established? What are the psychological effects of leaving our planet? How will we build infrastructure and shelter? This panel intends to rewrite the narratives of what we believe to be our limits, highlight new perspectives and challenge our imaginations.

Speakers:

Joshua Kutryk, Astronaut, Canadian Space Agency

Bomani Khemet , Assistant Professor, Faculty of Architecture, University of Toronto

Huse Madhavji , Actor, Writer, Producer

Sari Graben , Associate Dean Research and Graduate Studies, Lincoln Alexander School of Law, Ryerson University

● Date: September 29, 2021
● Time: 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (ET)
● Location: Online

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The Power of Film, Television & Comedy as Agents for Social Change: A Conversation with the Creators of Little Mosque on the Prairie

Hosted by:  The Creative School

Now, more than ever film, television and comedy are important agents for social change. Join us for a conversation with  Zarqa Nawaz , Journalism ’92, creator of the renowned CBC comedy, Little Mosque on the Prairie, the world’s first sitcom about a Muslim family living in the West. Zarqa, joined by  Michael Kennedy , Image Arts ’78, an award winning film and television director, who directed the entire first season of Little Mosque on the Prairie, will explore the use of film, television, and the genre of comedy specifically to transform cultural and social norms and institutions.

• Date:  Wednesday,   September 29, 2021
• Time:  7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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The Francis Bedford Research Collection with Steven Evans

Hosted by:  Alumni Relations

The Francis Bedford Research Collection surveys Bedford’s impressive achievement as a leading maker of architectural and landscape images during the late 19th century. This 40-minute talk is an opportunity for the public to learn about the collection of nearly 1300 objects, which features the photographer’s early work with illustration and lithography, and examples of his amateur and commercial photography.

Speaker bio:
Steven Evans  is a Toronto-based photographer and collector who has focused on architecture and the urban environment for over 40 years. Evans graduated from Ryerson University’s Media Studies program in 1982. As a collector, Evans has spent over two decades compiling a comprehensive resource of early photographs and other objects associated with the British photographer Francis Bedford.

Moderator:
Denise Birkhofer , RIC Collections Curator and Research Centre Manager

• Date:  Thursday,   September 30, 2021
• Time:  12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Book Talk:  Moon of the Crusted Snow  with Waubgeshig Rice

Hosted by:  Alumni Relations

Join us on September 30th for a book talk with author, journalist and alumnus,  Waubgeshig Rice  (Journalism ’02). Waubgeshig will discuss his national bestselling book,  Moon of the Crusted Snow: A Novel .

Speaker bio:
Waubgeshig Rice  is an author and journalist from Wasauksing First Nation. He has written three fiction titles, and his short stories and essays have been published in numerous anthologies. His most recent novel,  Moon of the Crusted Snow , was published in 2018 and became a national bestseller. He graduated from Ryerson University’s journalism program in 2002 and spent most of his journalism career with the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) as a video journalist and radio host.

• Date:  Thursday,   September 30, 2021
• Time:  12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Introduction to Patent Searching

Hosted by:  Ryerson Library

Novel? Useful? Non-obvious? This interactive workshop introduces participants to the Library’s tools for patent searching, as well as free online tools. Learn how to search for and file Canadian and international patents, as well as reasons you might not want to.

This workshop also includes an overview of how patents and intellectual property law have contributed to systemic exclusion and potentially even hindered global creation and discovery. 

• Date:  August 3, 2021
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Structural Racism and Sleep Health Disparities

Hosted by:  Sleep and Depression Lab

This discussion on structural racism and sleep health disparities with  Dr. Dayna A. Johnson  is sponsored by Ryerson’s Faculty of Arts and Department of Psychology.

Speaker:
Dayna A. Johnson , Assistant Professor, Department of Epidemiology, Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University

• Date:  August 6, 2021
• Time:  12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Sex in the Pandemic Series: The Weaponization of Safety

Hosted by:  School of Disability Studies

This series brings together an assortment of experts and scholars in a variety of fields to explore how new modes of understanding sex and sexualities continue to evolve in light of the current pandemic. The AIDS crisis will be used as a historical referent – drawing ambivalent comparisons to and necessary distinctions from COVID-19 – to explore perspectives surrounding the current COVID-19 pandemic.

The topics explored in this instalment of the speaker series includes Sex and Contagion or White Fragility (on Safe); A Queer Theory of Benign Respiratory Variations, The “Good” Coronavirus Citizen, The “COVIDIOT”; and the Privilege of #StayAtHome. 

Speakers:
Damon R. Young , University of California, Berkeley
Benjamin Weil , University College London
Jean-Thomas Tremblay , New Mexico State University

• Date:  August 20, 2021
• Time:  1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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PROTECT: The Right to International Protection – Day 1

Hosted by:  Ryerson University

In this two-day conference, PROTECT, an international consortium of 11 partner universities, will present their mid-term findings on the state of international protection and the implementation of the Global Compacts on Refugees and Migration.

On day one, the researchers will give bite-sized presentations of findings from PROTECT’s Work Packages, which are all dedicated to studying the impacts of the Global Compact on Refugees and the Global Compact for Migration. The conference will feature a keynote address by Professor  James C. Hathaway  from the University of Michigan Law School, who has criticized the Compacts for not sufficiently addressing crucial dimensions and issues of the global protection and refugee regime.

Speakers include:
Mohamed Lachemi , President and Vice-Chancellor, Ryerson University
Hakan G. Sicakkan , Principal Investigator of PROTECT, University of Bergen
James C. Hathaway , James E. and Sarah A. Degan Professor of Law, University of Michigan Law School

• Date:  August 26, 2021
• Time:  9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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PROTECT: The Right to International Protection – Day 2

Hosted by:  Ryerson University 

In this two-day conference, PROTECT, an international consortium of 11 partner universities, will present their mid-term findings on the state of international protection and the implementation of the Global Compacts on Refugees and Migration.

Day two is dedicated to two plenary panels; a Policy Forum and an Academic Forum. While the Policy Forum gathers significant national and international actors involved in the global governance of international protection, the Academic Forum is specially devised to communicate with top scholars in the field in order to have their evaluations of the quality and validity of our research results.

Plenary Academic Forum Speakers:
Sergio Carrera , Senior Research Fellow and Head of Home Affairs Unit, CEPS (ASILE project)
Anna Triandafyllidou , Canada Excellence Research Chair in Migration and Integration, Ryerson University
François Crépeau , Professor, Faculty of Law, McGill University (VULNER project)
Jennifer Hyndman , Professor, Department of Social Sciences, York University

• Date:  August 27, 2021
• Time:  9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) – Information Session #4

Hosted by:  Office of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation

In anticipation of the 2023 Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) Innovation Fund (IF) Call for Proposals, the OVPRI is holding this fourth and final information session targeted to researchers and administrators who would like to know more about this large research infrastructure competition, and Ryerson’s internal competition and submission process.

• Date:  July 5, 2021
• Time:  9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Legal Research for the Social Sciences and Humanities

Hosted by:  Ryerson Library

Researching the history of crime? Writing media coverage for a trial? This workshop covers the basics of legal research for researchers in the humanities and social sciences, including: different sources of law, key terminology and major resources for legal research.

• Date:  July 6, 2021
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Changes to Immigration Policy During COVID-19

Hosted by:  Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Migration and Integration

The COVID-19 pandemic has shaken a lot of the certainties about migration for major destination countries like Canada. It also led to unprecedented flexibility in terms of blanket work permit extensions and renewals, and it introduced new pathways to transition from temporary to permanent residency for different categories of migrant workers, frontline workers and international students. At the same time, Canada also increased its targets for permanent migration in a double effort to spur economic recovery — through an increased labour force as well as by boosting its competitive edge as a global magnet for talented migrants. How do we measure the success or failure of these policy changes? What have we learned from innovations to immigration policy in the past year? And, what comes next?

Featured Guest:
Marco Mendicino , Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada

Moderator:
Nicholas Keung , Immigration Reporter, Toronto Star

Panellists:
Anna Triandafyllidou , Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Migration and Integration
Rupa Banerjee , Canada Research Chair and Associate Professor, Human Resource Management, Ryerson University
Shamira Madhany,  Managing Director, Canada, and Deputy Executive Director, World Education Services
Raju Mohandoss , Director, Newcomer Programs and Services, WoodGreen Community Services

• Date:  July 9, 2021
• Time:  9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Clean Energy Zone Webinar: Why Intellectual Property Matters

Hosted by:  Centre for Urban Energy

Innovation starts with an idea – your idea. Are you developing your idea into something tangible such as building a brand for your business or creating a product to sell? If so, then you need to know about intellectual property (IP). This seminar will introduce you to trademarks, patents, trade secrets, industrial designs and copyright, and explain how protecting your creations through IP rights can give you an advantage over your competition.

Speaker:
Dumitru Olariu  has worked for more than 30 years with the Canadian Intellectual Property Office – an Agency of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada, first as a Patent Examiner, then as an Intellectual Property Advisor. Before that, he worked for six years in the electronics industry. His educational background includes an MSc in Electrical Engineering and an MBA.

• Date:  July 15, 2021
• Time:  2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Sex and the Pandemic Series: Categorical Splits

Hosted by:  School of Disability Studies

This series brings together an assortment of experts and scholars in a variety of fields to explore how new modes of understanding sex and sexualities continue to evolve in light of the current pandemic. The AIDS crisis will be used as a historical referent – drawing ambivalent comparisons to and necessary distinctions from COVID-19 – to explore perspectives surrounding the current COVID-19 pandemic.

The topics explored in this installment of the speaker series include How to “Not” Have Sex in a Pandemic: COVID-19 and Online Gay Male Sexual Cultures, and Variants: On Melancholia and Moralism.

Speakers:
John Mercer , Birmingham City University
Jamie Hakim , University of East Anglia
Christien Garcia , University of Toronto

• Date:  July 16, 2021
• Time:  1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Market Research for Everyone 

Hosted by:  Ryerson Library

Do you want to get started on market research for your venture, small business or organization? Instructed by Business Librarian  Reece Steinberg , this hands-on workshop introduces participants to subscription databases available through Ryerson Library that can help you find relevant data, consumer/client behaviour and preferences, industry trends, and more.

• Date:  July 21, 2021
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Introduction to Patent Searching

Hosted by:  Ryerson Library

Led by Librarian  Reece Steinberg , this interactive workshop introduces participants to the Library’s tools for patent searching, as well as free online tools. Learn how to search for and file Canadian and international patents, as well as reasons you might not want to.

In addition to these skills, this workshop includes an overview of how patents and intellectual property law have contributed to systemic exclusion and potentially even hindered global creation and discovery.

• Date:  July 22, 2021
• Time:  2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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COVID-19 Book Talk

Hosted by: Modern Literature and Culture Research Centre

In the wake of the pandemic, numerous books have been published to help bring clarity to crisis. How have academics grappled with these changes in such a short period of time?

This upcoming webinar features four international authors and editors in conversation. Their books represent contributors from Australia, Canada, the U.S., U.K., France, Spain, Italy, New Zealand, the Netherlands, Ireland, Kazakhstan, Slovenia and South Africa responding to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Featuring:
J. Michael Ryan, Editor of COVID-19 Volumes I and II
Deborah Lupton and Karen Willis, Co-editors of The COVID-19 Crisis: Social Perspectives
Marko Koščak, Co-author of Post-Pandemic Sustainable Tourism Management

    ● Date: July 29, 2021
    ● Time: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. (ET)
    ● Location: Online

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Generous Futures: 2SLGBTQ+ Communities Impacting

Hosted by:  Alumni Relations

Queer liberation has always come at a price. What role does philanthropy play in addressing 2SLGBTQ+ justice and equity? How are queer leaders affecting positive policy changes and increasing visibility of initiatives in support of 2SLGBTQ+ communities? Join us as we kick off Pride Month with this discussion about the future of queer leadership in charitable giving. 

Moderator:
Jen McMillen,  Vice-Provost, Students, Ryerson University

Panelists:
Al Ramsay,  Associate Vice President, Sales and Strategy & Head of LGBTQ2S+ Business Development, TD Wealth
Colonel (IL)  Jennifer N. Pritzker,  IL ARNG (Retired), President & Chief Executive Officer, TAWANI Enterprises 
Mark Bonham,  Executive Director, The Veritas Foundation

• Date:  June 1, 2021
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Overcoming Digital Divides:
Workshop Series – Public Internet Access

Hosted by:  Ryerson Leadership Lab

Although internet infrastructure is almost universal in many communities, barriers to internet adoption, including internet affordability, make a significant portion of people in Canada reliant on free public internet access at libraries, retail and community locations. Over half of Ontarians who would not have otherwise had access to technology relied on a public library to access the internet, with rates higher (up to 68%) for older and low-income residents. Not only is this access relied on, public internet also fosters greater civic, social and community engagement.

How should Canada expand access and improve the experience of public internet? Which particular groups are least likely to benefit from public internet access and how can this be improved? Join us to discuss how Canada can better support our public internet infrastructure for the marginalized communities who rely on them and for everyone.

Speakers:
Christina de Castell , Chief Librarian, CEO at Vancouver Public Library
Lawrence Eta,  Chief Technology Officer, City of Toronto
Michael Lenczner , CEO of Ajah, Director of Powered by Data, Founder of Île Sans Fil
Pam Ryan,  Director of Service Development and Innovation at Toronto Public Library, Member of the Urban Libraries Council’s Digital Equity Action Team

• Date:  June 2, 2021
• Time:  12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Ryerson School of Medicine – Weekly Planning Community Zoom Sessions

Hosted by:  Office of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation (OVPRI)

The Office of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation (OVPRI) is holding weekly one-hour sessions, via Zoom, from May 6 to June 14 for the broader Ryerson community to engage in the School of Medicine consultation process.

This one-hour session on June 2 will provide an overview of the planning process and vision for the School of Medicine using interactive technology. It will allow for participants to share their feedback in real-time and provide an opportunity for a Q&A. 

• Date:  June 2, 2021
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Hosted Via Zoom 

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Take Control of Algorithms, Data and Infrastructure

Hosted by:  Centre for Free Expression (CFE)

Join  Meredith Whittaker  in conversation with  Andrew Clement , Professor Emeritus in University of Toronto’s Faculty of Information where he coordinates the Information Policy Research Program and co-founded the Identity Privacy and Security Institute.

Speaker bio:
Meredith Whittaker  founded Google’s Open Research Group, co-founded M-Lab, and is a Minderoo Research Professor at New York University where she is co-founder and faculty director of the AI Now Institute. She has been an advisor to the White House, the FCC and the European Parliament, among others, on artificial intelligence and internet policy. 

• Date:  June 2, 2021
• Time:  4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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How are South Asian migrant women in Canada overcoming employment challenges?

Hosted by:  Canadian Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Migration and Integration

South Asian women, who comprise the largest share of migrant women in Canada, face numerous challenges in accessing employment and many take precarious and low-paid jobs in order to survive. Gender- and race-based discrimination in the labour market, domestic and care responsibilities, lack of access to information and employment services are among the many barriers they encounter while seeking employment.

This panel will explore how South Asian women are faring during the COVID-19 pandemic, the unique challenges they face as they struggle to access employment, information and social connections, and avenues of support that could create employment opportunities for them.

Panelists:
Sutama Ghosh,  Associate Professor, Department Geography and Environmental Studies, Ryerson University
Manjeet Dhiman,  Senior Vice President, Services & Strategic Initiatives, ACCES Employment
Vathsala Illesinghe,  PhD Candidate, Policy Studies, Ryerson University

Chair:
Marshia Akbar,  Senior Research Associate, CERC Migration and integration

• Date:  June 3, 2021
• Time:  12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau: Reckoning and Recovery

Hosted by: Ryerson Democracy Forum

Join Ryerson Democracy Forum for a conversation with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Canada’s challenges as we emerge from the shadow of today’s pandemic and past struggles: post-COVID recovery, Indigenous reckoning and reconciliation, relations with China — bring your questions! Hosted by Toronto Star columnist and Ryerson visiting practitioner Martin Regg Cohn . This event is sponsored by the Faculty of Arts, registration is free.

• Date: June 4, 2021
• Time: 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location: Online 

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Disability and Inequality in the Global South

Hosted by:  School of Disability Studies

Although some 80% of persons with disabilities (PWDs) live in developing countries of the global south, Critical Disability Studies scholarship has been primarily a northern discipline. This talk by  Dr. Annicia Gayle-Geddes  brings into central focus the socioeconomic situation of PWDs in the English-speaking Caribbean Community. Using available quantitative and qualitative data, the disability and inequality nexus evident in the marginalized socio-cultural disability identity, as well as poorer educational and labour market outcomes of PWDs compared with persons without disabilities, are presented. 

Speaker bio:
Dr. Annicia Gayle-Geddes  is an adjunct professor   at the School of Disability Studies and has worked as a social analyst for Caribbean Development Bank. Her research focuses on areas such as disabilities, children’s and women’s rights and social policy analysis.

• Date:  June 7, 2021
• Time:  2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Clean Energy Expo: 10th Anniversary

Hosted by:  Centre for Urban Energy (CUE)

CUE is celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2021. To mark the occasion, please join us for an informative and inspiring day of clean energy research, innovation and education, featuring welcoming remarks from Ryerson President  Mohamed Lachemi  and a very special guest speaker,  Praveer Sinha , CEO of Tata Power. There will also be panel discussions, presentations, networking opportunities and virtual booths.

• Date:  June 8, 2021
• Time:  9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
• Location:  Online 

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DMZ Black Innovation Summit

Hosted by:  Digital Media Zone (DMZ)

The DMZ introduces the inaugural Black Innovation Summit, bringing together the Black entrepreneurial community and all its champions to highlight DMZ’s Black-led startups and the importance of supporting Black founders.

Hear pitches from inspiring Black founders on their businesses as they each pitch for up to $20,000 in funding, the hurdles they have overcome and what’s needed to take the tech and entrepreneurial ecosystem in Canada to the next level.

• Date:  June 10, 2021
• Time:  10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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i am... Premiere – 28 Canadian stories, exploring 3 questions

Hosted by:  Canadian Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Migration and Integration

On the 50th anniversary of Canada’s Multiculturalism Act, CERC Migration set out to better understand the legacy of idealism and measure the sense of belonging to Canadian identity. An open call for short film concepts asked: How do you see yourself? How do you wish to be seen? How are you seen by others? The final works are provocative, emotional and challenging. 

Twenty-eight graduate students were selected. Though most had little or no filmmaking experience, they each had unique and important stories to share about their places of belonging or not belonging within a Canadian identity. Over the past six months, in the midst of their pandemic bubbles, and while receiving hands-on mentorship from film industry experts, our creators produced outstanding original works that weave together a larger story about Canadian identity and contemporary society.     

• Date:  June 10, 2021
• Time:  12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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No, Journalists: You Can’t Have It Both Ways Anymore

Hosted by: School of Journalism

In his retirement lecture, professor Ivor Shapiro examines news workers’ dangerous liaisons with professional standards. This lecture will be given over Zoom. The link will be provided in the reminder notice for the event.

• Date: June 10, 2021
• Time: 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. (ET)
• Location: Online

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Ryerson School of Medicine – Planning Community Zoom Sessions

Hosted by:  Office of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation (OVPRI) 

The Office of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation (OVPRI) is holding weekly one-hour sessions, via Zoom, from May 6 to June 14 for the broader Ryerson community to engage in the School of Medicine consultation process.

This one-hour session on June 10 will provide an overview of the planning process and vision for the School of Medicine using interactive technology. It will allow for participants to share their feedback in real-time and provide an opportunity for a Q&A. 

• Date:  June 10, 2021
• Time:  6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Hosted Via Zoom 

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House and home: Capital and migrants

Hosted by:  Canadian Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Migration and Integration 

How does a migrant’s need to find a house and home impact cities, and how do cities adapt their housing policies in response? What does investment in (transnational) real estate tell us about migration and urban processes?

Join CERC Migration for a webinar that will tackle some of these questions by looking at the socio-economic implications of human mobility in relation to the politics of housing and investment across various social categories.

Panelists: 
David Ley,  Emeritus Professor of Urban and Social Geography, University of British Columbia
Chloé Reiser,  Postdoctoral Fellow, Community Housing Canada research partnership, Université de Montréal
Aurélie Varrel,  CNRS Senior Researcher, Centre for South Asian Studies, École des hautes études en sciences sociales

Chair:
Amin Moghadam,  Senior Research Associate, CERC Migration, Ryerson University

• Date:  June 17, 2021
• Time:  12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Sex and the Pandemic series: Resistances, Collectivities, Nostalgias

Hosted by:  School of Disability Studies

This series brings together an assortment of experts and scholars in a variety of fields to explore how new modes of understanding sex and sexualities continue to evolve in light of the current pandemic. The AIDS crisis will be used as a historical referent – drawing ambivalent comparisons to and necessary distinctions from COVID-19 – to explore perspectives surrounding the current COVID-19 pandemic.

The topics explored in this instalment of the speaker series includes Policing Pandemics and Ongoing Resistance, When AIDS Nostalgia Gets in the Way of Fighting COVID, and Community Viral Load: Living Collectively with Viruses.

Speakers:
Alexander McClelland,  Carleton University
Mathew Rodriguez,  TheBody
Theodore (ted) Kerr , The New School

Moderator:
Ricky Varghese,  School of Disability Studies, Ryerson University

• Date:  June 18, 2021
• Time:  1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Overcoming Digital Divides:
Workshop Series – Youth and Digital Skills

Hosted by:  Ryerson Leadership Lab

Young people grew up with digital technologies and have relatively greater internet adoption. Especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, the need for reliable internet access increased as schools transitioned online. Despite living parts of their personal and professional lives online, there remain disparities between access to devices and internet connectivity among Canadian youth, especially among low-income communities.

How can Canada improve access to the internet and digital learning devices among youth coming out of the pandemic? How can digital spaces better aid youth learning and development? What digital skills are necessary to maximize benefit from e-learning opportunities? Join us as we discuss how Canada can better support our public internet infrastructure for the marginalized communities who rely on them and for everyone.

Speakers:
Kate Arthur,  CEO and Founder of Kids Code Jeunesse
Howard Moriah , Manager of Youth & Community Outreach Services, Boys and Girls Club of East Scarborough
Simona Ramkisson , Manager of Community Development at Wikimedia Foundation
Ken Sanderson,  Executive Director of Teach for Canada

• Date:  June 23, 2021
• Time:  12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Workshop Series – Youth and Digital Skills

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Workshop Series – Youth and Digital Skills

Generous Futures: Indigenous Perspectives Decolonizing

Hosted by : Alumni and Friends

What does giving look like from an Indigenous lens? How do colonial ways of giving continue to harm and exclude Indigenous peoples? This discussion will address how the charitable sector needs to reconcile with its “saviour complex” in order to move forward. Our panelists will wade through what needs to shift in order to respectfully engage and build reciprocal relationships with Indigenous peoples when exploring the future of giving and sharing on Turtle Island.

Moderator:
Damien Lee , Assistant Professor & Canada Research Chair in Biskaabiiyang and Indigenous Political Resurgence, Ryerson University

Panelists:
Sky Bridges, CEO, The Winnipeg Foundation
Kris Archie, CEO, Circle on Philanthropy
Robert Watts, Chair of the Board, The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Foundation

• Date: June 23, 2021
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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This is How They Tell Me the World Ends: Virtual Book Talk

Hosted by: Cybersecure Policy Exchange

In her new book, “This is How They Tell Me the World Ends: The Cyberweapons Arms Race,” New York Times cybersecurity reporter Nicole Perlroth reveals the untold story of the cyberweapons market – the most secretive, invisible, government-backed market on earth. 

Join us as we host a virtual book talk with author Nicole Perlroth in conversation with Charles Finlay , Executive Director of the Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst, to discuss the rising global threat of cyberwarfare that lurks within the darkest corners of our digital existence – and what we can do about it.

After you register for the event, you will receive the Zoom login information one day before the event. This event will be recorded and have English captioning available.

• Date: June 24, 2021
• Time: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET)
• Location: Online

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Writing with Pride & Joy

Hosted by:  The Catalyst at FCAD

The Catalyst is hosting  Trey Anthony  in a vibrant talk & writing session for our FCAD community & friends who are LGBTQI2S+ and their allies.

Speaker bio:
Trey Anthony  is an award-winning playwright, speaker, comedian, producer, educator and new mom. She is best known for her play turned television series Da Kink in My Hair. She most recently published the book Black Girl In Love (with Herself) and is currently a Development Producer for CTV/Bell Media, a contributing writer for Huffington Post and a writer in residency at Soul Pepper Theatre.

• Date:  June 24, 2021
• Time:  2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Post-Pandemic Leisure & Recreation

Hosted by: Modern Literature and Culture (MLC) Research Centre

After more than a year of restrictions, leisure and recreation symbolize new life. This webinar investigates the changes in sports, tourism and leisure in the wake of the pandemic.

Panelists:
Frederic Dimanche , Professor and Director, Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, Ryerson University

Troy D. Glover , Professor and Chair, Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies and Director, Healthy Communities Research Network, University of Waterloo

Nicole Neatby , Professor, Department of History, Saint Mary’s University and Nova Scotia Representative on the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada

Laurel Walzak , Associate Professor, RTA School of Media and Director, Global Experiential Sport (GXS) Lab, Ryerson University

• Date:  June 24, 2021
• Time: 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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How AI is Changing Work Today

Hosted by: Future Skills Centre

From AI to digitization, the introduction of new technologies in the workplace is one of the most prevalent drivers of change we see today.

Hosted by the Future Skills Centre and Magnet Today, and in partnership with The Michener Institute, this webinar will explore advancements in AI and how they will affect future work in Canada. This event will bring together leaders in sectors including healthcare, education and labour to discuss the impacts of automation.

• Date:  June 25, 2021
• Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in Grant Proposals and Applications - Workshop for TRSM Graduate Students and Post-Doctoral Fellows 

Hosted by:  Dimensions Pilot Program 

It is getting increasingly crucial to understand and apply EDI principles in order to be a successful business/management researcher. Many grant proposals, as well as PhD, postdoc and academic job applications now ask for an EDI statement. How do you ensure that your proposals and applications have strong EDI orientations? We invite all  Ted Rogers School of Management (TRSM) graduate students and postdocs  to come and learn about how to integrate EDI in your applications and your research at this virtual event.

Join the TRSM Dimensions Chair,  Prof. Rupa Banerjee , as we work through practical, real-life examples and discuss strategies to position your research for success.

• Date:  May 5, 2021
• Time:  12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Ryerson School of Medicine – First Weekly Planning Community Zoom Session

Hosted by:  Office of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation

The Office of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation is holding weekly, one-hour sessions from May 6 to June 14 for the broader Ryerson community to engage in the School of Medicine consultation process.

This session on May 6 will provide an overview of the planning process and vision for the School of Medicine using interactive technology. It will allow for participants to share their feedback in real time and provide an opportunity for a Q&A. 

• Date:  May 6, 2021
• Time:  10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Incorporating Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) into Grant Proposals - Workshop for TRSM Faculty Members 

Hosted by:  Dimensions Pilot Program

It is getting increasingly crucial to understand and apply EDI principles in management research and many grant proposals now ask for an EDI statement. How do you ensure that your proposals have strong EDI orientations? We invite all  Ted Rogers School of Management (TRSM) faculty researchers  to come and learn about how to integrate EDI in your applications and your research at this virtual event.

Join the TRSM Dimensions Chair,  Prof. Rupa Banerjee , as we work through practical, real-life examples and discuss strategies to position your research for success.

• Date:  May 6, 2021
• Time:  12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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The Green Party’s New Leader: Annamie Paul at Ryerson

Hosted by:  Ryerson Democracy Forum

Join us for a conversation with  Annamie Paul,  who won the federal Green Party’s leadership last year. Bring your questions as she discusses how to grow the Greens in a tough political environment. Hosted by Toronto Star columnist and Ryerson Visiting Practitioner  Martin Regg Cohn.  This event is sponsored by Ryerson’s Faculty of Arts.

Speakers :
Annamie Paul  became the first Black and the first Jewish woman to head a federal party when she was elected leader of Canada’s Greens in 2020. A lawyer and human rights expert, she also worked as a Canadian diplomat, and founded NGOs dedicated to political and environmental engagement. She studied law at the University of Ottawa and has a masters in public affairs from Princeton.

Martin Regg Cohn  is a political columnist for the Toronto Star and former foreign correspondent. A Visiting Practitioner in the Faculty of Arts and founder of the Ryerson Democracy Forum, he is also a Senior Fellow at the Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy.

• Date:  May 6, 2021
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Smart Freight: Safe, Green & Efficient Goods Delivery

Hosted by:  City Building Ryerson

City Building Ryerson’s Urban Innovation Café event series brings together diverse leaders, experts and policy-makers to discuss current urban innovations and their potential to solve problems in a moderated discussion and Q&A.

We are proud to host advanced experts in transportation, management, logistics and cybersecurity for a discussion of today’s challenges related to urban freight, and the research that Ryerson faculty members will be contributing as Affiliates to the Region of Peel’s new Smart Freight Centre to improve the safety, efficiency and environmental impact of goods delivery in the region.

Speakers :
Moderator:  Carolyn Kim , Ontario Regional Director, Pembina Institute
Sabbir Saiyed , Manager of Transportation System Planning, Regional Municipality of Peel
Bilal Farooq , Canada Research Chair in Disruptive Transportation Technologies and Services, Ryerson University
Atefeh Mashatan , Director, Ryerson Cybersecurity Research Lab, Ryerson University
Sharareh Taghipour , Canada Research Chair in Physical Asset Management, Ryerson University
Welcoming remarks:  Steven N. Liss,  Vice-President, Research and Innovation, Ryerson University.

• Date:  May 7, 2021
• Time:  12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Ryerson School of Medicine – Second Weekly Planning Community Zoom Session

Hosted by:  Office of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation

The Office of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation is holding weekly, one-hour sessions from May 6 to June 14 for the broader Ryerson community to engage in the School of Medicine consultation process.

This session on May 10 will provide an overview of the planning process and vision for the School of Medicine using interactive technology. It will allow for participants to share their feedback in real time and provide an opportunity for a Q&A. 

• Date:  May 10, 2021
• Time:  12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Asian Heritage Month Virtual Celebration

Hosted by:  Ryerson University

Celebrating Asian culture, community, and contributions.

Guest Speakers:
Dr. Mohamed Lachemi , President & Vice Chancellor
Dr. Janice Fukakusa , Chancellor
John Tory , Mayor of Toronto
The Honourable Dr. Vivienne Poy , Former Member of the Senate of Canada
Ethan Lou , Ryerson Alumnus, Journalist and Author of Field Notes from a Pandemic

Hosted By:
Dr. Janet Lum , Professor, Faculty of Arts
Dr. Denise O’Neil Green , Vice-President, Equity and Community Inclusion
Julia Shin Doi , General Counsel, Secretary of the Board of Governors University Privacy Officer 
Dr. Pamela Sugiman , Dean, Faculty of Arts

• Date:  May 11, 2021
• Time:  12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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CERC Working Group - The Uncertain Future of Immigration to Small and Mid-sized Cities

Hosted by:  Canada Excellence Research Chair in Migration and Integration

Many small and mid-sized cities in countries such as Canada and Australia have come to depend on a steady flow of international migrants. Smaller centres increasingly rely on migrants to fill labour shortages and counter the effects of population decline. The pandemic, however, has slowed international migration, making it difficult for small and mid-sized cities to recruit new migrants. Moreover, many local economies are now experiencing a downturn, reducing job prospects and increasing the challenges of integration for newcomers.

Panelists include :  
Rebecca Wickes,  Director, Monash Migration and Inclusion Centre, Monash University
Anna Ziersch,  Associate Professor, Flinders Health and Medical Research Institute, Flinders University
Clemence Due,  Senior Lecturer, School of Psychology, University of Adelaide
Ather Akbari,  Professor, Sobey School of Business, Saint Mary’s University
Chair:  Melissa Kelly,  Research Fellow, CERC Migration and Integration

• Date:  May 13, 2021
• Time:  6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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CERC Working Group - Social Media as Data in Migration Research

Hosted by:  Canada Excellence Research Chair in Migration and Integration

The aim of this workshop is to introduce researchers and graduate students in the field of migration to the increasing use of social media as a means to gather information about migration behaviours and mobility patterns.

Participants will be introduced to applications of social media data to migration topics such as the formation of an online identity, identifying ethnic and language networks, gauging public opinions on topics, and identifying spatial integration of ethnic groups. Participants will also explore the use of Twitter and online forums to conduct migration research, identify a set of best practices, and introduce tools to assist researchers in mining social media data.

This workshop will be led by :
Stein Monteiro,  Research Fellow, CERC Migration, Ryerson University
Priya Kumar,  Research Fellow, CERC Migration, Ryerson University

• Date:  May 14, 2021
• Time:  9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Digital Futures & Facial Recognition: Confronting the Tech to Prison Pipeline

Hosted by:  Cybersecure Policy Exchange

Join the Cybersecure Policy Exchange and the responsible technology community for two powerful conversations with leading experts about the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in our digital future.

Modern society sits at the intersection of two crucial questions: What does it mean when AI increasingly governs our liberties? And what are the consequences for the people AI is biased against?

Speakers/Panelists :
Shalini Kantayya , Director, Coded Bias
Richard Lachman . Assistant Professor in the School of Media, Ryerson University
NM Amadeo , Member, Coalition for Critical Technology
Chris Gilliard,  Research Fellow, Harvard Kennedy School Shorenstein Center
Yuan Stevens,  Policy Lead on Technology, Cybersecurity and Democracy, Cybersecure Policy Exchange

• Date:  May 14, 2021
• Time:  11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Dimensions Virtual Town Hall Series – Faculty of Engineering & Architectural Science (FEAS) Graduate Town Hall

Hosted by:  Dimensions Pilot Program

This (virtual) Town Hall is for all  graduate researchers in FEAS . Please join FEAS Dimensions Chair,  Prof. Seth Dworkin , at this Dimensions Town Hall where we will introduce the Dimensions program and discuss barriers to equity, diversity and inclusion in SRC.

• Date:  May 17, 2021
• Time:  2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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The Conversation Canada Knowledge Mobilization Workshop

Hosted by: The Catalyst at the Faculty of Communication and Design

The Conversation Canada is a daily independent online publication, delivering analysis and explanatory journalism from the academic and research community directly to the public. It’s a not-for-profit collaboration, where professional editors work directly with academics and researchers to publish articles for a wide audience. Deputy Editor Hannah Hoag and Editor-in-Chief Scott White will explain the mission of The Conversation Canada, offer some background on how it helps academics with knowledge mobilization and give some tips on how to pitch a really great story idea. This is an interactive workshop, brought to you by FCAD’s Explanatory Journalism research team, where participants are encouraged to bring story ideas to discuss.

• Date: May 17, 2021
• Time: 3:30 p.m. ­- 5:00 p.m. (ET)
• Location: Online

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CERC Migration Working Group

Hosted by:  Canada Excellence Research Chair in Migration and Integration

The Migration Working Group is a series of monthly sessions to discuss innovative research being done on migration and integration by emerging and established scholars. The series gives researchers an opportunity to present their ongoing projects, learn about each other’s work and share feedback.
 
The May Migration Working Group addresses the themes of decolonization, youth identities and settlement; and COVID-19, entrepreneurship and highly skilled migrants. Discussions will be moderated by  John Carlaw,  Research Fellow, CERC Migration, Ryerson University.
 
This working group will feature presentations by Ryerson graduate students:  Ashley Vols ,  Carly McFall ,  Irmak Kurtulmus ,  Zeerat Marzana ,  Saeid Taki,   Jane Law  and  Dike Ike.

• Date:  May 18, 2021
• Time:  12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Ryerson School of Medicine – Third Weekly Planning Community Zoom Session

Hosted by:  Office of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation

The Office of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation is holding weekly, one-hour sessions from May 6 to June 14 for the broader Ryerson community to engage in the School of Medicine consultation process.

This session on May 18 will provide an overview of the planning process and vision for the School of Medicine using interactive technology. It will allow for participants to share their feedback in real time and provide an opportunity for a Q&A. 

• Date:  May 18, 2021
• Time:  2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Dimensions Virtual Town Hall Series – Faculty of Engineering & Architectural Science (FEAS) Graduate Town Hall

Hosted by:  Dimensions Pilot Program

This (virtual) Town Hall is for all  graduate researchers in FEAS . Please join FEAS Dimensions Chair,  Prof. Seth Dworkin , at this Dimensions Town Hall where we will introduce the Dimensions program and discuss barriers to equity, diversity and inclusion in SRC.

• Date:  May 19, 2021
• Time:  10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Overcoming Digital Divides:
Workshop Series – People with Disabilities and Accessibility

Hosted by:  Ryerson Leadership Lab

More than 6.2 million people over the age of 15 are living with a disability in Canada. The federal and provincial governments have taken steps to improve internet accessibility and adoption among people living in Canada with disabilities, but there still remain substantial gaps in internet use. People in Canada with disabilities are at risk of facing barriers in accessing information and communications technology. 

What further steps are needed to ensure digital inclusion for people with disabilities? How can governments better enforce and advance digital accessibility? Join us to hear from experts, policy-makers and those with lived experiences as we try to unpack these questions and generate solutions for more accessible online spaces. The discussion will be followed by breakout rooms focused on workshopping innovative policy solutions to bridge divides in internet accessibility. 

Speakers :
David Lepofsky,  Visiting Professor of Disability Rights and Legal Education at Osgoode Hall Law School
Heather McCain,  Executive Director of Creating Accessible Neighbourhoods (CAN)
Mo Dhaliwal,  Founder and Director of Strategy at Skyrocket

• Date:  May 19, 2021
• Time:  12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Workshop Series – People with Disabilities and Accessibility

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Dimensions Virtual Town Hall Series – Faculty of Science Graduate Town Hall

Hosted by:  Dimensions Pilot Program

This (virtual) Town Hall is for all  graduate students in the Faculty of Science . Graduate students are essential drivers of research, pursuing research projects while often also balancing multiple responsibilities such as being teaching assistants and markers, doing coursework and managing diverse family commitments.

Please join the Faculty of Science Dimensions Chair,  Prof. Imogen Coe , at this Dimensions Town Hall where we will introduce the Dimensions program and discuss known barriers to research that relate to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility issues. Most importantly, we want to hear from you, so this Town Hall will include breakout sessions where we will guide discussion on these topics and collect responses through shared Google JamBoards. We want to hear from as many graduate students as possible so we can start to create an environment where everyone feels welcome and can do their best work.

• Date:  May 19, 2021
• Time:  12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Delivering on the commitment: A Canada-wide childcare plan

Hosted by: First Policy Response

A number of barriers — including “navigating pandemic federalism,” in the words of First Policy Response contributors Kate Bezanson, Monica Lysack and Andrew Bevan — stand in the way of a national childcare plan. How can we move from identifying the problem to designing and delivering a childcare solution? What are the key elements that will need to be part of a plan that delivers affordable, high-quality services across the country?

Speakers:
The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Families, Children, and Social Development
Ken Boessenkool, Owner, Sidicus Consulting
Beverly-Jean Daniel, Assistant Professor, School of Child and Youth Care, Ryerson University
Dr. Kate Bezanson, Associate Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences, Brock University
Diane Daley, CEO, Family Day Care Services

Moderator:
Heather Scoffield, Ottawa Bureau Chief and Economics Columnist for the Toronto Star.

• Date: May 20, 2021
• Time: 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (ET)
• Location: Online

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Post-Pandemic Office Design

Hosted by: Modern Literature and Culture Research Centre

This upcoming webinar on architectural, interior design and management perspectives explores the future of the modern workspace. It asks the question “what will your office look like post-pandemic?”

Speakers:
Blaine Brownell, School of Architecture, University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Yongyeon Cho, Department of Interior Design, Iowa State University
Linda Zhang, School of Interior Design, Ryerson University

• Date: May 20, 2021
• Time: 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. (ET)
• Location: Online

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How to Destroy Surveillance Capitalism: Seize the Means of Computation

Cory Doctorow is an award-winning author, journalist and blogger who has worked for the Electronic Frontier Foundation, is an MIT Media Lab Research Affiliate and is a Visiting Professor of Computer Science at Open University. Join Cory in conversation with Andrew Clement, professor emeritus in University of Toronto’s Faculty of Information, where he coordinates the Information Policy Research Program and co-founded the Identity Privacy and Security Institute.

Please contact cfe@ryerson.ca if you require accommodation to ensure inclusion in this event.

• Date:  May 19, 2021
• Time: 4 :00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Researchers’ Public Engagement and Social Media Use (and Abuse)

Hosted by:  Canada Excellence Research Chair in Migration and Integration

Research in the social sciences is generally political, and research on migration all the more so. Researchers today are not only encouraged but actually expected and required to disseminate their research findings among non-academic and non-expert audiences. Digital technologies provide for nearly endless opportunities for such engagement. Contributing blog commentary, followed by engagement with social media, is a particularly popular way of reaching out to a wider audience, presenting research findings and also making academic work known to colleagues and stakeholders.

This workshop will be led by  Anna Triandafyllidou,  Canada Excellence Research Chair in Migration and Integration, Ryerson University.

• Date:  May 21, 2021
• Time:  10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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A Tale of Two Viruses – Sex and the Pandemic: A Speaker Series

Hosted by:  School of Disability Studies

A critical goal of this speaker series is to create a space for the sharing of insights and information between academics and non-academics who work at the intersection of queer men’s sexual health and HIV/AIDS. With reference to the cultural history and memory of the AIDS crisis, and its varied effects on different communities and geographies, this series explores how these men and their allies are thinking critically regarding this specific history and its applicability to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Today’s event will discuss:
Open to Infection: Two Viruses and Black-Queer-Life
Distinct & Dissimilar: HIV, COVID-19, and the Desire for Meaning

Speakers :
Rinaldo Walcott , Professor in the Women and Gender Studies Institute at the University of Toronto
Ryan Conrad , SSHRC postdoctoral fellow in Cinema & Media Studies at York University
Organizer:  Ricky Varghese , Tanis Doe postdoctoral fellowship in Gender, Disability, and Social Justice at Ryerson University

• Date:  May 21, 2021
• Time:  1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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CERC Migration Working Group: Governance of Migration and Diversity in Canada

Hosted by:  Canada Excellence Research Chair in Migration and Integration

The Migration Working Group is a series of monthly sessions to discuss innovative research being done on migration and integration by emerging and established scholars. The series gives researchers an opportunity to present their ongoing projects, learn about each other’s work and share feedback.
 
The May Migration Working Group addresses the theme of the governance of migration and diversity in Canada. Discussions will be moderated by  John Carlaw,  Research Fellow, CERC Migration, Ryerson University.
 
This working group will feature presentations by Ryerson graduate students:  Chika Agbo ,  Souhail Boutmira ,  Tuhina Chatterjee ,  Kiana Cote ,  Nicholas Lee-Scott  and  Ryan Lok.

• Date:  May 25, 2021
• Time:  12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Private Messaging, Public Harms

Hosted by: Cybersecure Policy Exchange

As Canadian policy-makers reckon with how they will engage with social media platforms to combat online harms, we are convening a panel of researchers, community members and industry leaders to discuss findings and solutions from our new report, Private Messages, Public Harms .

Panelists :
Brenda McPhail , Director, Privacy, Technology, and Surveillance Project, Canadian Civil Liberties Association
Aviv Ovadya , Founder, Thoughtful Technology Project
Shireen Salti , Executive Director, Canadian Arab Institute
Joe Masoodi , Policy Analyst, Cybersecure Policy Exchange (Moderator)

This event will have captioning in English and will be recorded and posted. If you have any questions about accessibility, please reach out to us at cybersecure.policy@ryerson.ca.

• Date: May 26, 2021
• Time: 1:00 p.m. ­ 2:00 p.m. (ET)
• Location: Online

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Ryerson School of Medicine – Fourth Weekly Planning Community Zoom Session

Hosted by:  Office of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation

The Office of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation is holding weekly, one-hour sessions from May 6 to June 14 for the broader Ryerson community to engage in the School of Medicine consultation process.

This session on May 27 will provide an overview of the planning process and vision for the School of Medicine using interactive technology. It will allow for participants to share their feedback in real time and provide an opportunity for a Q&A. 

• Date:  May 27, 2021
• Time:  2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Dimensions Virtual Town Hall Series – Faculty of Engineering & Architectural Science (FEAS) Graduate Town Hall

Hosted by:  Dimensions Pilot Program

This (virtual) Town Hall is for all  graduate researchers in FEAS . Please join FEAS Dimensions Chair,  Prof. Seth Dworkin , at this Dimensions Town Hall where we will introduce the Dimensions program and discuss barriers to equity, diversity and inclusion in SRC.

• Date:  May 27, 2021
• Time:  3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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iBEST Visiting Lecturer Series: Dr. Boyang Zhang 

Hosted by: iBEST

Presenting on behalf of Biomedical Delivery Systems (BDS), the iBEST Visiting Lecturer Series continues with a talk by  Dr. Boyang Zhang , an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering and Associate Member in the School of Biomedical Engineering at McMaster University. Dr. Zhang’s research focuses on developing platform technologies and advanced biofabrication techniques to guide the assembly of functional tissues and organoids for drug discovery and regenerative medicine.
 
Lecture takeaways:

• How advanced biofabrication techniques can help to build complex human tissue models for predictive drug discovery.
• How commonly used multi-well plates can be customized to produce 3D tissue models without compromising experimental throughputs.
• How to overcome potential drawbacks in lack of vascularization and perfusion in organoids by integrating organoids and organ-on-a-chip systems.   

Speaker:  Boyang Zhang , McMaster University
Host:  Scott Tsai , Ryerson University

• Date:  May 28, 2021
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET)
• Location:  Online 

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The Real World Laboratory of Algorithmic Policing and Migration Control

Hosted by : Ryerson Library

Please join the Library for a discussion with Petra Molnar and Kate Robertson, Citizen Lab, Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy, University of Toronto, on how algorithmic control is instituted and maintained in law enforcement and migration environments.

Petra Molnar , author of Technological Testing Grounds and co-author of Bots at the Gate, will discuss the ways in which refugees and immigrants are used to test automated decision-making systems. 

Kate Robertson , co-author of To Surveil and Predict, will explain the ways in which predictive policing practices are utilized in Canada and the larger implications of the broad use of such technologies

• Date : April 6, 2021 
• Time : 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (ET) followed by a Q & A
• Location : Online 

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The Complex Path to Quantum-Resistance. Are You Prepared?

Hosted by : University of Arkansas

Atefeh (Atty) Mashatan will be presenting "The Complex Path to Quantum-Resistance. Are you prepared?" at the Women in IT Conference. The University of Arkansa's first ever virtual conference, hosted by Walton College Executive Education, will feature diverse women who are changing and shaping the information technology as well as up-and-coming industry news. 

• Date : April 7, 2021 
• Time : 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location : Online  

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Overcoming Digital Divides Workshop Series – Low-Income Communities

Hosted by : Ryerson Leadership Lab

Especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, people living in Canada are at an all-time need for increased access to the internet, computers, and tablet devices for e-learning and remote work. However, low-income communities continue to report lower rates for internet access, affordability, and quality. What can be done to ensure low-income households can secure needed digital resources and reliable internet connectivity to excel during this trying time? What policy solutions can help enhance low-income communities’ access to quality internet? We will look to answer these important questions and how Canada can further ongoing private and public programming to bridge these divides.

Join us to hear directly from community representatives and experts about what is impeding internet access in low-income communities. 

Speakers include:

Viveca Ellis , Interim Community Organizer, BC Poverty Reduction Coalition

Toby Harper-Merrett , Executive Director, Computers for Success Canada

Erin Knight , Access Campaigns Lead and Digital Rights Campaigner at OpenMedia

Dionne Pelan , Computer and Drop-in Programs Coordinator, UBC Learning Exchange

• Date : April 7, 2021 
• Time : 12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. (ET) 
• Location : Online 

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International Indigenous Intellectuals Speaker Series

Hosted by : Faculty of Community Services

Conversations on various topics with Indigenous scholars from Canada, New Zealand, and Australia, organized and hosted by Lynn Lavallee, Strategic Lead, Indigenous Resurgence, Faculty of Community Services. 

Speakers include:

Carrie Bourassa , Canadian Institutes of Health Research

Bronwyn Carlson , Macquarie University

Sheila Cote-Meek , York University

Madi Day , Macquarie University

Joanna Kidman , Victoria University of Wellington

Percy Lezard , Mnimcelx, Wilfred Laurier University

Angela Mashford-Pringle , University of Toronto

Tara McAllster , University of Auckland

Taima Moeke-Pickering , Laurentian University

Sareana Naepi , University of Auckland

Sandy O’Sullivan , Macquarie University

Pamela Roach , University of Calgary

Tess Ryan , Australian Catholic University

Bryanna Scott , Lakehead University

Moana Theodore , University of Otago

• Date : April 7, 2021 
• Time : 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location : Online 

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On the Frontlines of Democracy Series - The Crisis of Arab Democracy and Palestine

Hosted by : Jarislowsky Democracy Chair at Ryerson University

Starting in the 1970s, many autocratic regimes in the world suffered mounting crises, inaugurating democratic transitions across Latin America, Sub-Saharan Africa and Asia. The Middle East and North Africa remained a regional anomaly, however, despite promising experiments in constitutional reform in the early twentieth century and parliamentary government in several countries after WWII. The mass protests and political revolutions unleashed a decade ago by the Arab Spring, forcing several dictatorships to fall, suggested its democratic moment had finally arrived. Yet these hopes remain largely unrealized. And Palestinian demands for self-determination, although supported by public opinion across the region, appear more elusive than ever.

The critically acclaimed historian and political commentator, Rashid Khalidi , examines these struggles for democracy in conversation with Sanjay Ruparelia , an inaugural Jarislowsky Democracy Chair and an Associate Professor of Politics, at Ryerson University

• Date : April 8, 2021 
• Time : 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location : Online 

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Health Impacts of Urban Road Traffic Noise

Hosted by : City Building Ryerson

Studies around the world have concluded that noise, and in particular road traffic noise, has negative impacts on health. Using noise monitoring and modelling methods in combination with large health cohort data, Ryerson professor Tor Oiamo has studied traffic noise levels across Toronto and their effects on local populations. The results show persistent exposures to excessive levels of road traffic noise and associations with chronic health outcomes. What's more, there are notable variations in noise exposure throughout the city with implications for vulnerable populations. Join us to explore this topic, Oiamo's ongoing research, social and environmental dimensions of the issue as well as next steps for research and governance. 

• Date : April 8, 2021 
• Time : 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (ET) 
• Location : Online 

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Product Launch Event: Online Career Transition Tool

Hosted by : Hosted on ON24

The challenges of an ever-changing job market are not going away — many Canadians need tools to explore career opportunities to get ahead or just stay afloat. The Conference Board of Canada and the Future Skills Centre are excited to launch a free online tool designed to make it easier.

Conference Board CEO Susan Black , VP Michael Burt and FSC Executive, Director Pedro Barata will showcase how an innovative new tool uses the power of research and big data to solve a tough challenge facing many Canadian job seekers, employers and job placement professionals. 

• Date : April 8, 2021 
• Time : 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (ET) 
• Location : Online 

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Coincidence or Conspiracy: Tackling Conspiracy Theories with Critical Research and Reading Skills

Hosted by : Ryerson Library

This workshop explores the reasons why conspiracy theories continue to have such an important role in our society and why developing your critical research and reading skills are now more important than ever. We will discuss the history of conspiracy theories, why we believe them, and how to fight them.

• Date : April 8, 2021 
• Time : 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location : Online 

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Getting Started with LaTeX: An Intro to Basic Features

Hosted by : Ryerson Library

LaTeX is a document preparation system widely used in many STEM fields. As an alternative to MS Word or Google Docs, LaTeX specializes in the creation of professional documents and excels in typesetting equations, inserting figures and graphics, and managing references. If you haven’t used it before there is a learning curve, but once you are familiar with some basic commands you can create professional-looking documents very easily. This workshop will provide a quick overview of core LaTeX features and will get you started with a simple document in Overleaf. No previous knowledge of LaTeX is required. 

This workshop is taught by Nora Mulvaney , research data management and engineering librarian.

• Date : April 13, 2021 
• Time : 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location : Online 

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Writing a Data Management Plan using DMP Assistant

Hosted by : Ryerson Library

A data management plan (DMP) is a document that outlines what data will be created, and what you will do with that data during and after your research project. Documenting a plan for your data is good practice and an integral part of responsible data management. This workshop will go through the steps of creating a data management plan using DMP Assistant, an online tool that follows best practices in data stewardship and walks you through key questions about your data. 

This workshop is taught by Nora Mulvaney , research data management and engineering librarian.

• Date : April 15, 2021 
• Time : 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location : Online 

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Should We Allow Artificial Intelligence to Manage Migration?

Hosted by : Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Migration and Integration

How is artificial intelligence being used in governing migration? What are the risks and opportunities that the emerging technology raises for both the state and the individual crossing a country’s borders?

Ryerson University’s CERC Migration and openDemocracy have teamed up to host this free live discussion.

Ana Beduschi , Associate Professor of Law, University of Exeter

Hilary Evans , Cameron Assistant Professor, Faculty of Law, Ryerson University

Patrick McEvenue , Senior Director, Strategic Policy Branch, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada

Chair: Lucia Nalbandian , Research Assistant, CERC Migration, Ryerson University

• Date : April 15, 2021 
• Time : 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location : Online 

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iBEST Visiting Lecturer Series: Dr. Jasmin Khateeb-Atalla 

Hosted by : iBEST

Dr. Jasmin Khateeb-Atalla is a consultant physician in Internal medicine and Respirology at Rambam Health Care Campus in Haifa, Israel, who is currently conducting research in Lung injury at Dr. Haibo Zhang`s research laboratory at St.Michael's hospital.  Speakers include:

Biomaterials, Tissue Injury & Repair (BTR) Host: Dr. Haibo Zhang

• Date : April 16, 2021 
• Time : 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location : Online 

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Pandemic Xenophobia

Hosted by: Modern Literature and Culture Research Centre, Ryerson University

Our next webinar is prompted by the urgent need to address the surge in anti-Asian racism in North America and around the globe. We do so with the following renowned authors, journalists, and scholars:

John Kuo Wei Tchen , Chair, Public History & Humanities, Rutgers University

Jan Wong , Journalist and Author, St. Thomas University

Josephine Pui-Hing Wong , Research Chair in Urban Health, Daphne Cockwell School of Nursing, Ryerson University

• Date: April 22, 2021
• Time: 4:00 p.m. ­ 5:00 p.m. (ET)
• Location: Online

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Border Trouble: Migration, Research Creation, Art & Policy

Hosted by : Ryerson Migration & Research Creation Project

A four-day online symposium April 26-29 hosted by Ryerson University inviting scholars, policy-makers, artists, migrants and other stakeholders to join us in presentations, screenings and workshops.

The symposium will include four interactive sessions, including:

1. A workshop which explores human rights stories through performance, led by UK-based artist Sebastian Aguirre .
2. A moderated discussion with human rights activist and journalist Behrouz Boochani .
3. A panel discussion featuring three migrant art-practitioners/companies exploring what it means to create migrant situated knowledge through creative practice.
4. A final session bringing together researchers from Project Finding Home to discuss their experiences and findings of their three-year SSHRC-funded project. They’ll highlight intersections and key insights from their international research creation activities.

• Date : April 26 - 29, 2021 
• Time : Times vary depending on the day  
• Location : Online 

Session 1 - Research Creation, Migration and Policy-Making

• Date : Monday April 26, 2021
• Time : 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (ET) 

Session 2 - Migrant-Led Art Initiatives 

• Date : Tuesday April 27, 2021
• Time : 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (ET)

Session 3 - Journalism, Migration and Human Rights

• Date : Wednesday April 28, 2021
• Time : 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (ET)

Session 4 - Project Finding Home

• Date : Thursday April 29, 2021
• Time : 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (ET)

If you have any questions, you can contact Project Facilitator, Nooreen Hussain at nooreen.hussain@ryerson.ca

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Migration Working Group: Inclusion and Support of Immigrant and Refugee Students

Hosted by : Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Migration and Integration

A series of monthly sessions to discuss the innovative research being done on migration by emerging and established scholars. Please join the Ryerson Canada Excellence Research Chair in Migration and Integration for a series of monthly sessions to discuss the innovative research being done on migration by emerging and established scholars. This session is on the theme of Migration and Education and will feature presentations by:

Ola Al Samhoury , Centre for Lebanese Studies

Stephen Bahry , University of Toronto

Antoinette Gagné , University of Toronto

Mohammad Hammoud , Centre for Lebanese Studies

Yecid Ortega , University of Toronto

Dania Wattar , University of Toronto

Mahad Yusuf , Midaynta Community Services

The Migration Working Group offers the opportunity for researchers to present their ongoing projects, learn about each other’s work and share feedback.

Discussions will be moderated by Irina Isaakyan , the Senior Research Associate of the Ryerson Canada Excellence Research Chair in Migration and Integration at Ryerson University.

• Date : April 27, 2021 
• Time : 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location : Online 

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Overcoming Digital Divides Workshop Series – Older Adults & Digital Literacy 

Hosted by : Ryerson Leadership Lab 

Older adults are less likely to use the internet than younger people living in Canada, and many report that information technologies do not improve their quality of life or save time. A significant portion of people living in Canada report never being taught crucial digital literacy skills. Especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, the issue is more pertinent than ever before: older adults are facing the risk of increased social isolation as community gatherings have shifted to online-only formats. What policy solutions could help mitigate barriers faced by older adults in online access and digital literacy? How can digital literacy programs become more inclusive of older adults?

Join us to hear community and industry representatives discuss what is impending internet access among older adults and how digital literacy programs can enhance safe internet use for everyone.

• Date : April 28, 2021 
• Time : 12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. (ET) 
• Location : Online 

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Generous Futures: Newcomers Redefining

Hosted by : Alumni Relations

How are newcomers to Canada leading the way in philanthropy? How can philanthropy create equity and unify people of different backgrounds? How does philanthropy help newcomers to engage in and strengthen their communities? Join us for a discussion about immigration and philanthropy and its impact on the future of Canada.

Moderator: 

Anna Triandafyllidou , Canada Excellence Research Chair, Migration and Integration, Ryerson University

Speakers:

Gina Cody , Benefactor of the Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science and co-chair of the Campaign for Concordia: Next-Gen

Raj Kothari , Former Vice Chair and GTA Managing Partner, PwC Canada and Chair of the Board of Governors, Toronto General Western Hospital Foundation

Mohamad Fakih , President and CEO, Paramount Fine Foods

• Date : April 28, 2021 
• Time : 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location : Online 

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Imagining the Future of Toronto’s Chinatown Districts

Hosted by : City Building Ryerson

Toronto’s Chinatowns (East and West) have been undergoing rapid change in recent years due to urban development and economic conditions. Assistant Professor Linda Zhang , whose research and teaching practice involves the process of making, has developed a new approach to imagining the future of these cultural districts that’s based in design innovation, community engagement and play. Presented in celebration of upcoming Asian Heritage Month, this webinar focuses on Zhang’s project with Myseum of Toronto, with support from Ryerson’s Library Collaboratory, that seeks to involve community members in dialogue about the preservation and evolution of Chinatown heritage in these historic neighbourhoods.

• Date : April 29, 2021 
• Time : 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (ET) 
• Location : Online 

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Book Talk: The Power of Style with Christian Allaire

Hosted by : Ryerson Alumni Relations

Join Ryerson Alumni Relations on April 30 for a book talk with Christian Allaire , Fashion and Style Writer at Vogue, Author of The Power of Style, and Ryerson alumnus (Journalism ’14). Christian will discuss his upcoming book, The Power of Style that explores how fashion and beauty are being used to reclaim cultures. This talk will be moderated by professor Ben Barry, Chair, School of Fashion and Director, Centre for Fashion & Systemic Change, Ryerson University 

Christian Allaire is the Fashion and Style Writer at Vogue in New York City. He is First Nations (Ojibwe) and grew up on the Nipissing First Nation reserve in Ontario. After earning his Bachelor of Journalism degree from Ryerson University in 2014, he moved to New York to begin his career as a fashion editor at Footwear News. His freelance credits include Vogue, Elle, Mr. Porter, Hazlitt, Refinery 29, and more.

• Date : April 30, 2021 
• Time : 12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location : Online 

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Migration Working Group: Comparative insights on policies and realities of socio-economic integration

Hosted by:  Ryerson Canada Excellence Research Chair in Migration and Integration

The Migration Working Group is a series of monthly sessions to discuss innovative research being done on migration and integration by emerging and established scholars. The series gives researchers an opportunity to present their ongoing projects, learn about each other's work and share feedback.

This month's presenters will include:
Moderator:  Stein Monteiro , CERC Migration
Abdullah Atmacasoy , Middle East Technical University
Alka Kumar , Ryerson University
Kowa Qiyomiddin , University of Toronto
Anne Tubadji , University of Swansea

• Date:  March 2, 2021  
• Time:  12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

For more information about Migration Working Group: Comparative insights on policies and realities of socio-economic integration

Market Research for Everyone

Hosted by:  Ryerson University Library

Do you want to get started on market research for your venture, small business or organization? This hands-on workshop introduces participants to subscription databases available through Ryerson Library that can help you find relevant data, consumer/client behaviour and preferences, industry trends, and more. This workshop is open to all Ryerson students and employees, and no prior experience is required. Please have your my.ryerson login information available to use during the session.

• Date:  March 2, 2021  
• Time:  3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Dimensions Virtual Town Hall Series – FCAD Faculty Town Hall

Hosted by:  Faculty of Communication and Design Dimensions Chair

Dimensions is a Tri-Council (NSERC, CIHR, SSHRC) collaboration with Universities Canada and Colleges/Institutes Canada. Focusing on barriers to SRC experienced by under-represented groups, it aims to drive cultural change for equity, diversity and inclusion in post-secondary research ecosystems. Ryerson is one of 17 Canadian educational institutions participating in the two-year pilot phase.

Please join FCAD Dimensions Chair  Dr. Reem El Asaleh  at the Dimensions Town Hall, where we collaborate to address some of these barriers to diversity and inclusion in SRC within FCAD. This town hall will include a live simulation where we work together to solve a case study scenario.

Live captions and sign language service will be provided in this event. A zoom link will be sent to registrants prior to the event.

• Date:  March 4, 2021  
• Time:  10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

Fossil fuel reserves and resources reporting and unburnable carbon: Using Miller and Power

Research Seminar by Dr. Thomas Schneider

Hosted by:  Ted Rogers School of Management

In this seminar, we identify when and how unburnable carbon could be recognized in corporate reporting.

Speaker bio:  Dr. Thomas Schneider  is an Associate Professor of Accounting at the Ted Rogers School of Management and has published his research in several leading journals. He is on several editorial boards and a member of the United Nations Expert Group on Resource Management.

• Date:  March 4, 2021  
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

For more information about TRSM Research Seminar by Dr. Thomas Schneider

Mapping Local News Poverty

Hosted by:  City Building Ryerson

In this webinar,  Prof.   April Lindgren  will share her mapping research that tracks the loss of local community news outlets across Canada, as well as how COVID-19 has played a role in accelerating this trend, focusing on data collected for the Local News Research Project and the COVID-19 Media Impact Map.

Speaker bio:  Prof. April Lindgren  is the Velma Rogers Research Chair at Ryerson's School of Journalism. Her current research explores local news poverty, a term she uses to describe situations where the critical information needs of communities are not being addressed by local media. 

• Date:  March 5, 2021  
• Time:  12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

"I Was Trying to Drag People Into Caring": Governance, Diversity, and Controversy in Open Technology Projects

Hosted by:  Infoscape Research Lab at Ryerson University

This talk presents ethnographic research on feminist hacking and "diversity" efforts in mainstream hacking, which have gathered momentum in these communities in recent years. It explores how participants work through thorny issues of inclusion through their practices with artifacts and with one another. It illustrates how there is more at stake in "hacking diversity" than a politics of representation can capture, and argues that how diversity advocates bound their interventions matters for both hacking communities and "tech" more broadly.

Speaker bio:  Christina Dunbar-Hester  is the author of  Hacking Diversity: The Politics of Inclusion in Open Technology Cultures  and  Low Power to the People: Pirates, Protest, and Politics in FM Radio Activism . She is a faculty member in the Annenberg School of Communication at the University of Southern California.

• Date:  March 5, 2021  
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Digital Microfluidics for Diagnostics and Screening

Visiting Lecture Series: Dr. Darius Rackus

Hosted by:  Institute for Biomedical Engineering, Science and Technology (iBEST)

Dr. Darius Rackus  is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biology in the Faculty of Science at Ryerson University and a recent addition to iBEST. He earned his PhD in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Toronto, focusing on integrating sensors and bioassays with digital microfluidic platforms, followed by postdoctoral work translating cell-free, synthetic, biology-based assays to digital microfluidics. A past Banting Fellow, Dr. Rackus joined Ryerson in January 2021, where his research program focuses on the integration of electrochemical sensors with various microfluidic platforms. The lecture will be hosted by  Dr. Scott Tsai , Associate Professor of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering at Ryerson.

• Date:  March 5, 2021  
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Privilege, Race, and Imagined Immunities in the Time of COVID

Hosted by:  Centre for Ethics, University of Toronto

The desire to imagine the "bad citizen" is equally revelatory because in their actions an assumed social contract – perhaps founded upon an ethics of "care" – has been breached or disregarded entirely. Who is empowered to do so without impunity? More importantly, do crises such as a pandemic prompt us to critically question the "social contract" assumed to encapsulate an ethics of care that is seen as a collective aspiration and practice, but enacted differently?

Speaker bios:  Ricky Varghese  holds the Tanis Doe postdoctoral research fellowship in Gender, Disability, and Social Justice at the School of Disability Studies at Ryerson. He will be heading a SSHRC-funded speakers’ series this year titled, "Sex and the Pandemic: Convergences and Divergences in Queer Men’s Sexual Health in the Midst of HIV/AIDS and COVID-19."  Benjamin Weil  is a PhD candidate in the Science and Technology Studies Department at University College London. His thesis, supported by the Economic and Social Research Council, is a critical inquiry into the protest of the so-called "gay blood ban" in the U.K.

• Date:  March 5, 2021  
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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LegalNext: Big Ideas X Tech Futures

Hosted by:  Faculty of Law

Join academics and industry professionals at the LegalNext conference to explore the vanguard of legal thinking. LegalNext will offer critical, divergent and thought-provoking perspectives on legal futures and how technology can and should be embedded into the legal system.

Through a series of interactive plenary and breakout sessions, we will discuss the opportunities and challenges facing the legal profession and showcase innovations aimed at addressing key questions.

Speakers:
Sonia Katyal,  Co-Director, Berkeley Center for Law & Technology
Shelby Austin,  Chief Executive Officer, Arteria AI
Charles Finlay,  Founding Executive Director, Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst, Ryerson University
Tara Frater,  Principal and Founder of FT Legal
Sari Graben,  Associate Dean, Academic, Research & Graduate Studies, Ryerson Law
Kathleen Hammond,  Assistant Professor, Ryerson Law
Alexandra Mogyoros,  Assistant Professor, Ryerson Law
Hersh Perlis,  Co-Founder & Director, Legal Innovation Zone, Ryerson University
Donna Young,  Dean, Ryerson Law
Chief Justice Geoffrey Morawetz

• Date:  March 6, 2021  
• Time:  9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Women and Cities: Planning for Equity

Hosted by:  City Building Ryerson

Presented in recognition of International Women's Day, this webinar will look at a large body of literature that demonstrates how gender biases in city planning can disadvantage women, highlighting the city of Vienna's experience in undoing its effects. It will also discuss the role that gender mainstreaming in city planning can play in supporting women's participation in the labour market and overall economic growth. The conversation will provide lessons to cities around the world, including Toronto, for an equitable post-pandemic return to work, as well as longer-term guidelines and inspiration for creating cities that remove barriers faced by women globally. 

Speakers:
Diana Petramala , Senior Economist, Ryerson Centre for Urban Research and Land Development
Hannah Chan Smyth , Master of Planning in Urban Development (MPI) candidate, Ryerson University

• Date:  March 8, 2021  
• Time:  11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

Generous Futures: Women of Colour Challenging

Hosted by:  Alumni Relations

On International Women's Day, we are shining a spotlight on the experiences of women of colour in charitable giving. How are women of colour supporting one another through philanthropy? What are the challenges and opportunities? Is the glass ceiling really breaking? Tune in to hear our esteemed panelists draw on their perspectives to speak truth to power. 

Moderator:
Pamela Sugiman,  Dean, Faculty of Arts, Ryerson University

Panelists:
Anju Virmani,  Chief Information Officer, Cargojet Airways
Donette Chin-Loy Chang , Communications Leader and Philanthropist
Naki Osutei,  Associate Vice President, Social Impact (Canada), TD Bank Group 

• Date:  March 8, 2021  
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

For more information about Generous Futures: Women of Colour Challenging

Legal Research and Resources for the Humanities and Social Sciences

Hosted by:   Ryerson University Library

Law has a major impact on the humanities and social sciences – whether you are researching the history of crime, writing media coverage for a trial or analyzing the effects of legislation on society – but conducting legal research can often be intimidating. This workshop will cover the basics of legal research and is intended for researchers outside of the Faculty of Law. It will cover different sources of law, key terminology and the major resources for legal research. This workshop is taught by  John Papadopoulos , Head of the Ryerson Law Library, and  Lisa Levesque , Law Librarian.

This workshop is intended for students, faculty and staff in the social sciences and humanities. It is open to the Ryerson community.

• Date:  March 9, 2021  
• Time:  3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

For more information about Legal Research and Resources for the Humanities and Social Sciences

SRIO Brown Bag Series: Research in Times of COVID-19

Hosted by:  Science Research and Innovation Office (SRIO), Faculty of Science

The impact of the pandemic has been felt in all the areas of the university and in our lives, and as many other areas, research had to continue, but with adjustments, strict rules and extensive planning. This panel discussion will focus on the challenges encountered over the past year, how researchers might have overcome those challenges and what can we expect from the future.

Moderator:  Dr. Michael Kolios , Associate Dean, Research and Graduate Studies, Faculty of Science

Panelists : 
Dr. David Cramb , Dean, Faculty of Science
Dr. Kathleen Wilkie , Assistant Professor, Mathematics
Dr. Michael Sugiyama , Postdoctoral Fellow, Chemistry and Biology
Ella Hyatt , Research Facility Manager, MaRS
Dr. Richard McCulloch , Executive Director, Research Services, Office of the Vice-President, Research and Innovation

• Date:  March 10, 2021  
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online

Dimensions Virtual Town Hall Series – FCAD Graduate and Post-Doc Town Hall

Hosted by:  Faculty of Communication and Design Dimensions Chair

Dimensions is a Tri-Council (NSERC, CIHR, SSHRC) collaboration with Universities Canada and Colleges/Institutes Canada. Focusing on barriers to SRC experienced by under-represented groups, it aims to drive cultural change for equity, diversity and inclusion in post-secondary research ecosystems. Ryerson is one of 17 Canadian educational institutions participating in the two-year pilot phase.

Please join the FCAD Dimensions team at the Dimensions Town Hall, where we collaborate to address some of these barriers to diversity and inclusion in SRC within FCAD. This town hall will include a live simulation where we work together to solve a case study scenario.

Live captions and sign language service will be provided in this event. A zoom link will be sent to registrants prior to the event.

• Date:  March 11, 2021  
• Time:  10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

Register for Dimensions Virtual Town Hall Series - FCAD Graduate and Post-Doc Town Hall

12th Annual EnSciMan Symposium – A New Era in Environmental Science, Management, Research & Industry: Learning & Sharing in a Time of Crisis

Hosted by:  Environmental Applied Science and Management 

How do we as researchers, practitioners and policy-makers move forward when there is so much uncertainty? What innovative steps can we adopt and implement to mobilize change? The symposium will include a keynote from  Jonas Spring , President of Landscape Ontario - Toronto Chapter and a leading member of Design Climate Action. 

Discussions and speakers include:
Navigating Barriers in Research
Moderator: J enelle Regnier-Davies , EnSciMan program, Ryerson
Amber Grant , EnSciMan program, Ryerson
Julie Robertson , EnSciMan program, Ryerson
Opportunities and Innovations
Moderator:  Estee Barin , EnSciMan program, Ryerson
Dr. Phillip Walsh , Associate Professor, Entrepreneurship & Strategy, Ryerson
Dr. Rafiuddin Ahmed , Associate Professor, Faculty of Business Studies, University of Dhaka, Bangladesh
Diverging Perspectives, Insights and Responses Regarding Environmental & Pandemic Crises
Moderators:  Justin Miron  &  Muhammad Alam,  EnSciMan program, Ryerson
Kanchan Maharaj , Sr. Engineer, Cycling & Pedestrian Projects, City of Toronto
Dr. Andrew Millward , Associate Professor, Geography & Environmental Studies, Ryerson
Dr. Rachel Dodds , Professor, Hospitality & Tourism Management, Ryerson

• Date:  March 11, 2021
• Time:  10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

Critical data literacy and COVID-19 visualizations: Strategies to slow the spread of misinformation

Hosted by:  Ryerson University Library

The need to understand data visualizations has never been more important. Every day we are inundated with more COVID-19 data, graphs and charts. Some of these data visualizations are well-designed and easy to understand, and others are confusing and misleading. This workshop will cover common data visualization issues that lead to confusion and misinformation, and will use critical data literacy strategies to evaluate charts and graphs.

• Date:  March 11, 2021  
• Time:  11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Improving financial inclusion for Indigenous peoples
Research Seminar by Dr. Norman Shaw

Hosted by:  Ted Rogers School of Management

Individuals in First Nation communities receive government benefits by way of a cheque instead of a direct deposit. Cashing the cheque is a problem that costs money because of the fees and the costs of transportation to a bank. Are there alternatives that would improve financial inclusion?

Speaker bio:  Dr. Norman Shaw  is an Associate Professor cross-appointed with the Retail School of Management and the Hospitality and Tourism School of Management. His research interest in the past few years has been mobile money, where the phone is used to transfer funds between individuals and companies.  

• Date:  March 11, 2021  
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

For more information on TRSM Research Seminar by Dr. Norman Shaw

RiO Think-Session on Technological Innovation and Commercialization

Hosted by:  Research & Innovation Office (RiO), Faculty of Engineering and Architectural Science

Innovation is at the core of Ryerson University's research mandate. Innovation has been defined as the product of invention and commercialization.  This think-session will explore the challenges of moving an idea from "Lab2Market." RiO's  Dr. Dan McGillivray  will host guest speaker  Professor Bill Aulet , Managing Director, The Martin Trust Center for MIT Entrepreneurship.

Please register to receive the full agenda and Zoom link for the session.

• Date:  March 11, 2021  
• Time:  2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

If you would like your Ryerson SRC virtual event added to the  April 2021  listings, please email researchevents@ryerson.ca with the subject line "Add to Events Email" before  March 22, 2021 .

Intersecting Age and Gender in Workplace Discrimination Complaints
Research Seminar by Dr. Pnina Alon-Shenker

Hosted by:  Ted Rogers School of Management

This seminar highlights the limitations of the current grounds-based approach to anti-discrimination law and explores ways to reduce the impact of siloed categories, so as to better capture the lived experiences of older women in the labour market.

Speaker bio:  Pnina Alon-Shenker  is an Associate Professor in Ryerson's Faculty of Law and the TRSM Department of Law and Business. Her research advances an innovative critique of contemporary legal analyses of age discrimination in the workplace and develops a new paradigm, founded in legal and philosophical theories of equality.  

• Date:  March 18, 2021  
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

For more information about TRSM Research Seminar by Dr. Pnina Alon-Shenker

Getting started with LaTeX: An intro to basic features

Hosted by:  Ryerson University Library

LaTeX is a document preparation system widely used in many STEM fields. As an alternative to MS Word or Google Docs, LaTeX specializes in the creation of professional documents, and excels in typesetting equations, inserting figures and graphics, and managing references. If you haven’t used it before there is a learning curve, but once you are familiar with some basic commands you can create professional-looking documents very easily. This workshop will provide a quick overview of core LaTeX features and will get you started with a simple document in Overleaf. Note: No previous knowledge of LaTeX is required.

• Date:  March 18, 2021  
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

For more information about Getting started with LaTeX: An intro to basic features

Dimensions Virtual Town Hall Series – FCAD Undergraduate Town Hall

Hosted by:  Faculty of Communication and Design Dimensions Chair

Dimensions is a Tri-Council (NSERC, CIHR, SSHRC) collaboration with Universities Canada and Colleges/Institutes Canada. Focusing on barriers to SRC experienced by under-represented groups, it aims to drive cultural change for equity, diversity and inclusion in post-secondary research ecosystems. Ryerson is one of 17 Canadian educational institutions participating in the two-year pilot phase.

Please join the FCAD Dimensions team at the Dimensions Town Hall, where we collaborate to address some of these barriers to diversity and inclusion in SRC within FCAD. This town hall will include a live simulation where we work together to solve a case study scenario.

Live captions and sign language service will be provided in this event. A zoom link will be sent to registrants prior to the event.

• Date:  March 18, 2021  
• Time:  4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

CERC Webinar: The WORKEEN App: A Game for Labour Market Integration of Migrants

Hosted by:  Ryerson Canada Excellence Research Chair in Migration and Integration

Migrants in a new host country face many challenges as they strive to enter the labour market; however, a new app, WORKEEN, uses gaming technology to convey the practical guidance and information that migrants need to secure employment. Join  CERC Migration  and the  University of Parma  as they co-host a panel of innovative experts and creators of the WORKEEN app who will discuss how a technology application can be used to improve the integration experience for migrants and what the development process requires.

• Date:  March 23, 2021  
• Time:  11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Drones in the Library: Creating Data Through Photogrammetry

Hosted by:  Ryerson University Library

Ryerson University Library collaborates with researchers across a variety of disciplines who require capturing and modeling of the real world in 3 dimensions (3D). To do so, several 3D reconstruction technologies have been applied, varying in cost and ease of use. Some applications require capturing large areas for which a Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) or "drone" presents a cost-effective option for data acquisition. This workshop will take you through the process of creating orthomosaics, digital terrain/surface models, point cloud datasets and 3D meshes. The process of Aerial Photogrammetry will be described using Pix4D Capture to outline the flight planning process. A live demonstration of Drone2Map software will follow to illustrate the processing workflows necessary for data creation.

• Date:  March 23, 2021  
• Time:  2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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2021 SSHRC Explore: Information Session

Hosted by : OVPRI

The OVPRI is hosting an information session about the 2021 SSHRC Explore Grant competition. This externally funded, competitive program provides funding (up to $7,000) to Ryerson faculty members who are pursuing scholarly, research, and creative activities in the social sciences and humanities.

The deadline for applications to the 2021 SSHRC Explore Grant competition is Monday, April 12, 2021, by 4:00 PM EDT. 

• Date:  Wednesday, March 24, 2021
• Time:  10:00 AM – 11:00 AM EDT
• Location:  Hosted via Zoom (RSVP to receive a link)

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Dimensions Virtual Town Hall Series - FoS/FEAS Postdoctoral Fellow Town Hall

Hosted by:  Dimensions Pilot Program

This (virtual) Town Hall is for all Post-doctoral fellows in FEAS and FoS. Post-doctoral fellows are a primary driver of Scholarly Research and Creativity (SRC), often doing the "heavy lifting" in their labs and research groups. Please join FEAS Dimensions Chair,  Prof. Seth Dworkin , and FoS Dimensions Chair,  Prof. Imogen Coe , at this Dimensions Town hall where we will introduce the Dimensions program, and discuss barriers to equity, diversity and inclusion in SRC.

• Date:  March 24, 2021 
• Time:  2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (ET)
• Location: Online

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Disability Art on Lockdown

Hosted by:  Faculty of Community Services

Join  Dr. Ricky Varghese , the Tanis Doe Postdoctoral Fellow at the School of Disability Studies and  Dr. Robert McRuer  for a talk on Disability Art. This talk will attend to disabled ways of knowing, or cripistemologies, that have been particularly useful for navigating the global economic, political and health crises we are facing. 

• Date:  March 24, 2021  
• Time:  6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Pandemic Stress and Stigma Reduction

Hosted by:  City Building Ryerson

Join  Dr. Josephine Wong  to hear about the capacity-building research she is leading and implementing related to the reduction of pandemic stress and stigma.

Speaker bio:  Dr. Josephine Wong  is a   Professor and Research Chair in Urban Health at the Daphne Cockwell School of Nursing. She has extensive experience in critical public health and urban health, including the development of public health access and equity policy and practice frameworks, and large-scale health communication campaigns.

• Date:  March 25, 2021  
• Time:  11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

Inside Out and Upside Down? Labor Market Signals in the Time of COVID-19

Research Seminar by Dr. Fei Song

Hosted by:  Ted Rogers School of Management

The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in widespread unemployment and economic uncertainty. As employers attempt to survive the present recession, non-standard forms of work are at the fore of the "new normal." This seminar takes an experimental exploration of perceptions of non-standard employment histories prior to and during the global pandemic.

Speaker bio:  Dr. Fei Song  is the Chair/Professor of Human Resource Management/Organization Behaviour in the Ted Rogers School of Management. Theories and methodologies from social psychology and experimental/behavioural economics have significantly influenced her research.

• Date:  March 25, 2021  
• Time:  1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Intelligent Mesh Technology Adoption

Research Seminar by Dr. Farid Shirazi

Hosted by:  Ted Rogers School of Management

Technologies enable organizations to continually create technology-based values for customers and develop new business models — moreover, rapid technology transformation forces organizations to change business strategy fast. On the other hand, intelligent digital platforms and adaptive security architecture are employed by firms changing business models and stimulating the organizations' innovation and flexibility. Consequently, organizational level adoption of digital systems and adaptive security should be deeply investigated. To investigate the adoption of mesh technology as a whole with both individual and organizational level aspects, we need to develop adoption theory/theories that cover both levels of adoption and examine their mutual effects.

Speaker bio:  Dr. Farid Shirazi  is an Associate Professor of the Ted Rogers School of Information Technology Management. His research focuses mainly on the impact of ICTs on social and economic development. 

• Date:  March 25, 2021  
• Time:  2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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DAS Lecture Series: Deborah Berke

Hosted by:  Department of Architectural Science

Speaker bio:  Deborah Berke  began her career as an architect in 1982. Since then, she has assembled a senior team to form Deborah Berke Partners, with whom she has created a distinct and lasting body of work. In July 2016, Deborah became the first woman dean of the Yale School of Architecture, where she has been a professor since 1987.

• Date:  March 25, 2021  
• Time:  6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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CERC Migration Working Group: Towards a New Migration and Asylum Research Agenda in the Americas

Hosted by:  Ryerson Canada Excellence Research Chair in Migration and Integration

The Migration Working Group is a series of monthly sessions to discuss innovative research being done on migration and integration by emerging and established scholars. The series gives researchers an opportunity to present their ongoing projects, learn about each other's work and share feedback.

This session's presenters will include:
Moderator:  Craig Damian Smith , CERC Migration
Mylène Coderre , University of Ottawa
Luisa Feline Freier , Universidad del Pacífico
Olga Odgers-Ortiz , El Colegio de la Frontera Norte
Marcia Vera-Espinoza , Queen Mary University of London.

• Date:  March 30, 2021  
• Time:  12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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Overcoming Digital Divides Workshop Series –Indigenous, Rural and Remote Communities

Hosted by:  Ryerson Leadership Lab 

While the urban-rural divide has been long explored, Indigenous, rural and remote communities are still disproportionately less likely to have internet at 50/10 Mbps. Indigenous voices have often been left out of conversations on expanding internet connectivity. Are recent public investments and policies sufficient to achieve digital inclusion of Indigenous, rural and remote communities? What Indigenous-specific needs must be addressed to secure digital inclusion?Join us to hear from representatives from Indigenous communities to discuss how Canada can pave and accelerate a clearer path toward meaningful digital inclusion. The discussion will focus on workshopping policy solutions with all participants to improve internet access and speed across Canada. 

Speakers:
Denise Williams , CEO of First Nations Technology Council 
Susan Stanford , Assistant Deputy Minister, Technology Connectivity and Distributed Growth, B.C. Government
Jennifer Manitowabi , Connected North

• Date:  March 25, 2021  
• Time:  12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. (ET) 
• Location:  Online 

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