Northern Routes
Empowering Health Equity
As many of you may know, rural and remote medicine holds a special place in my heart. During my eight years as a family physician in Moose Factory and Kashechewan, I saw firsthand how communities along the James Bay Coast interacted with health care, and the profound human impact of economic and social barriers in some of the most isolated parts of Northern Ontario. I had the great honour of providing care to many families who made Kashechewan and Moose Factory First Nation their home. It is difficult to watch the same families, who wholeheartedly welcomed me into their communities, endure longstanding systemic issues, like chronic ...
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Celebrating 20 Years
When I joined NOSM University, I was drawn to its rich and unconventional history. Over the past few months, I have had the privilege of immersing myself in its unique culture connecting with the incredible people, communities, and organizations that champion our mission and vision. It’s been a remarkable journey for our learners, faculty, staff, and interest holders across Northern Ontario and I look forward to deepening my understanding as I continue to meet all those who have played a role in shaping this outstanding institution. As we approach the 20th anniversary of NOSM University—marking the day we opened our doors and w...
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Season’s Greetings, NOSM University!
As we approach the holidays and a well-deserved break across NOSM University, I am reflecting on my first month as President, Vice-Chancellor, Dean, and CEO. It has been a whirlwind of activity, but it has also been an incredibly rewarding and invigorating experience. Staff, faculty, learners, alumni, community partners, and donors: you have given me such a warm, authentic, and enthusiastic welcome back to Northern Ontario, and for that, I am deeply grateful. Since starting on November 1, I have been immersed in making connections and doing deep learning about every aspect of NOSM University and the values for which it stands. From en...
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