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NOSM University Honours Excellence in Health Sciences Education
Exceptional health education begins with exceptional educators. As part of its commitment to strengthening the future health workforce across Northern Ontario, NOSM University celebrated the outstanding contributions of health sciences educators.
At the Health Sciences Preceptor Awards, held on Friday, June 12 in Sudbu...
> Read more about Health Sciences preceptor awards
NOSM University and Lakehead University Co-host Indigenous Physicians Association of Canada Gathering
The Indigenous Physicians Association of Canada (IPAC) hosted its 35th Annual Mentorship Gathering from June 4–7, 2026, in Thunder Bay (Animikii-Wiikwedong), on the traditional territory of Fort William First Nation. Proudly cohosted by NOSM University and Lakehead University, this national Gathering brought together appr...
> Read more about the IPAC Gathering.
NOSM University Graduates to Strengthen Health Care and Research
NOSM University honoured the achievements of 70 new Doctor of Medicine (MD) graduates, and four Master of Medical Studies graduates at convocation ceremonies held in Thunder Bay on May 22 and Sudbury on May 29, 2026.
These new MDs are stepping into the next chapter of their medical careers as resident doctors, where they...
> Read more about convocation.
Join the NOSM University Board of Governors
Help shape the future of Northern health care
NOSM University is Canada’s first independent medical university, with a mission to strengthen Northern communities and health systems through socially accountable health education and research.
The Board is seeking three new members with expertise in:
Higher educatio...
> Learn more about joining the Board.




