KT Canada Seminar Series - Dr. Monika Kastner
2025-10-09 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
Presenter: Dr. Monika Kastner
Presentation topic: Evaluation of an eHealth self-management tool (KeepWell) for older adults with multimorbidity: Lessons learned from a hybrid effectiveness-implementation trial
Date: Thurs, Oct. 9, 2025
Register here: https://bit.ly/4gWBAUp
Learning objectives – by the end of the presentation, participants will be able to:
1. Understand the complexity and consequences of multimorbidity in on older adults,
2. Understand how KeepWell, an eHealth self-management tool was developed and evaluated,
3. Discuss the implication of findings, including the feasibility of conducting an effectiveness-implementation hybrid trial.
Bio
Dr. Monika Kastner is the Research Chair in Knowledge Translation and Implementation at North York General Hospital, and Associate Professor at the University of Toronto in the Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation and the Department of Family and Community Medicine. She is also the lead of the Diabetes Action Canada Knowledge Mobilization and Implementation Science (KM-IS) Program. Monika’s goals are to improve the health of priority populations and to advance the science and practice of KM-IS. As a health services and systems researcher, her work focuses on improving the health of priority older adults across diverse intersecting identities (e.g., sex, gender, race) who live with multiple chronic conditions and social frailty, using innovative e-health technologies that optimize healthcare delivery, clinical decision-making, and improved patient outcomes.
View the presentation here.

KT Canada Seminar Series - Michaela Davies, Muluba Habanyama, Enrico Mandarino
2025-12-11 12:00 - 13:00
Presenters: Michaela Davies, Muluba Habanyama, Enrico Mandarino
Presentation topic: Shared Wisdom, Shared Action: The Power of Community in Knowledge Translation
Date: Thurs, Dec. 11, 2025
Register here: https://bit.ly/3Xli0b7
Learning objectives – by the end of the presentation, participants will be able to:
1. Understand how early and meaningful engagement with community results in better knowledge mobilization,
2. Understand how a KM Hub can be structured to support a larger network of researchers,
3. Understand the do’s and don’ts of creating Community Advisory Committees,
4. Understand about appropriate community compensation for KT work.
Watch the recorded presentation here.
Bios
Michaela Davies is what happens when you take a theater kid and give them access to some of the best research stories in the world. As a trained writer and communications professional, it horrifies Michaela that her professional titles cannot be read out loud without taking a very deep breath first. She is the Interim Chief Operations Officer (COO) as well as the Chief Impact and Communications Officer (CICO) for the leading health outcomes research centre in B.C, the Centre for Advancing Health Outcomes (Advancing Health), as well as the Knowledge Mobilization Lead for the Canada-wide clinical trials leader, CIHR Pan-Canadian Network for HIV and STBBI Clinical Trials Research (CTN+). Within these organizations, Michaela is responsible for the development of strategies encompassing knowledge translation and mobilization across the research lifecycle, external and internal communications, public affairs including public and media relations, strategic communications, crisis and change management, and brand reputation management. Michaela leads a highly skilled team working to support over 180 clinicians and scientists in evolving healthcare policy and practice in Canada and globally. Recognizing the role knowledge translation plays in bridging the research-practice gap, she trains scientists, clinicians, and research support staff in communications and knowledge translation best practices and provides mentorship and coaching to early career researchers and established researchers. Michaela has been working in communications and knowledge translation field for more than 15 years and within the health sector for over 10 years, crafting and sharing stories of exceptional research, care and innovation.

Muluba Habanyama currently serves as the Director of Communications and Programs at the Ontario AIDS Network and holds multiple national leadership roles, including Co-Lead of the Knowledge Mobilization Hub and Co-Lead of the Community Leadership Team at the CIHR Pan-Canadian Network for HIV/AIDS and STBBI Clinical Trials Research. Additionally, Muluba is the National Spokesperson for the Canadian Foundation for AIDS Research (CANFAR), where she amplifies the voices of communities affected by HIV across Canada.
With a professional foundation in journalism and community-based research, Muluba brings a unique lens to the intersection of public health, communications, and lived experience. Her research and advocacy work are grounded in equity, lived experience, and community-driven impact. Her areas of focus include HIV stigma reduction, the unique health needs of perinatally infected young adults, women’s health and equitable access to care, and systemic change within health systems. She is committed to bridging the gap between research and community through meaningful engagement and knowledge mobilization.
Muluba is an accomplished communicator and published author, with work featured in academic journals such as the Journal of the International Association of Providers of AIDS Care (JIAPAC), as well as individual writing in mainstream outlets including Flare Magazine, Huffington Post, and MTV. She has received several accolades for her contributions to public health and advocacy, including the 2021 Premier’s Award and the 2025 King Charles ||| Coronation Medal.
Recognized nationally as a community leader and collaborator, known for her ability to work across sectors and disciplines to mobilize knowledge and foster meaningful community-research partnerships. She brings extensive experience working alongside researchers, clinicians, and frontline service providers to ensure research initiatives reflect and respond to the realities of those most affected.

Enrico Mandarino has over 25 years of experience as a healthcare professional within the hospital, educational and pharmaceutical industries. His breadth of experience in healthcare includes progressive positions in diagnostic and clinical research, health policy and quality assurance. Enrico holds an associates degree in Medical Laboratory Science and a postgraduate certificate as a Clinical Research Associate from the Michener Institute of Applied Health Sciences. As a Regulated Health Professional, he maintains an active practicing registration with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario. Enrico has contributed to numerous public policy and clinical research initiativesand co-authored several published clinical and public policy papers.

KT Canada Seminar Series - Dr. Guillaume Fontaine
2026-01-08 12:00 - 13:00
Presenters: Dr. Guillaume Fontaine
Presentation topic:A Global Review of >600 Implementation Science Theories, Models and Frameworks (TMFs) and the SELECT-IT Meta-Framework for Context-Sensitive TMF Selection
Date: Thurs, Jan. 8, 2026
Register here: https://bit.ly/4p8ZSwU
Download the flier.
Learning objectives – by the end of the presentation, participants will be able to:

Gain an overview of the global landscape of implementation science theories, models and frameworks (TMFs) and common challenges in selecting the right TMF;
Understand how the SELECT-IT meta-framework was developed from a synthesis of 43 articles;
Know how to apply the four-step SELECT-IT process to support systematic, context-sensitive TMF selection and documentation.

Bio
Dr. Guillaume Fontaine (PhD, MSc, RN) is an Assistant Professor of Implementation Science at McGill University’s Ingram School of Nursing and Department of Global and Public Health, Director of the McGill RISE³ Implementation Science Lab, FRQ-S Junior 1 Research Scholar, and Principal Investigator at the Centre for Clinical Epidemiology, Lady Davis Institute. Additionally, he holds visiting appointments in the Viral Hepatitis Clinical Research Program at the Kirby Institute, UNSW Sydney, and the Centre for Implementation Research, Ottawa Hospital Research Institute. He co-leads the Implementation Science Pillar for the CIHR/PHAC Canadian Network on Hepatitis C, Co-Lead of the Methods Think Tank for the CIHR Pan-Canadian HIV/AIDS and STBBIs Clinical Trials Research Network and sits on the Steering Committee of Knowledge Translation Canada.

KT Canada Seminar Series - Dr. Melanie Barwick & Alison Hoens
2026-02-12 12:00 - 13:00
Presenters: Dr. Melanie Barwick & Alison Hoens
Presentation topic: Overview and Implications of the WHO Global Research Agenda on Knowledge Translation and Evidence-informed Policy-Making
Date: Thurs, Feb. 12, 2026
Register here: https://bit.ly/4bwgdZ6
Learning objectives – by the end of the presentation, participants will be able to:

Provide a concise overview of the WHO Global Research Agenda on Knowledge Translation (KT) and Evidence-informed Policy-Making (EIP), including its purpose, methodology, and key findings;
Critically examine the implications of the Global Research Agenda for advancing KT research and practice in Canada, highlighting opportunities for collaboration and innovation;
Identify priority areas and methodological considerations from the Global Agenda that can inform future implementation science initiatives.

Bios
Dr. Melanie Barwick, Ph.D., C.Psych, is the Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Implementation Science and Practice and a Senior Scientist in the Child Health Evaluative Sciences Program of the SickKids Research Institute and the SickKids Centre for Global Child Health. As the Scientific Director of the Knowledge Translation Program at the SickKids’ Learning Institute, she also leads professional and resource development in dissemination and implementation research and practice. Full bio here.

Alison Hoens is a Clinical Professor with the UBC Faculty of Medicine Department of Physical Therapy, Arthritis Research Canada, and the Physiotherapy Association of BC. Her education and experience in knowledge mobilization and implementation science have led to facilitating partnerships in over 90 projects between more than 530 researchers, clinicians, decision-makers and patients for the development of resources and tools to support evidence-informed practice that have crossed healthcare disciplines, fields of research and settings. These partnerships have been successful in securing more than $45 million in funding and the publication of over 120 peer-reviewed articles.
Website: https://physicaltherapy.med.ubc.ca/physical-therapy-knowledge-broker/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alison-hoens-6ba45232/
Mastodon: PhysioKTBroker@mastodon.world; Bluesky: physioktbroker@bsky.social; X:@PhysioKTBroker

KT Canada Seminar Series - Dr. Kristin Reynolds
2026-03-12 12:00 - 13:00
Presenters: Dr. Kristin Reynolds
Presentation topic: Engaging adults ages 55+ and community organizations across Canada in the co-development, implementation, and evaluation of a tele-health program targeting mental health and loneliness among older Canadians
Date: Thurs, March 12, 2026
Register here: https://bit.ly/4rnd1Ec
Learning objectives – by the end of the presentation, participants will be able to:

Understand gaps in knowledge translation in research on aging and mental health
Explore partnership engagement methodologies in co-development and implementation science
Examine emerging findings in partnership engagement and knowledge translation

Bio
Dr. Kristin Reynolds, is a Registered Clinical Psychologist, Associate Professor, and Director of Clinical Training in the Department of Psychology at the University of Manitoba (UM), and an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Psychiatry. She is a Leadership Fellow with the UM Centre on Aging. She is the Director of the Health Information Exchange Laboratory, where her research aims to understand and increase access to evidence-based mental health-related information and services. Dr. Reynolds is an Associate Editor for Qualitative Health Research, and her work employs mixed methods, knowledge translation, and intervention science frameworks.

KT Canada Summer Institute 2026
2026-06-08 - 2026-06-10
2026 KT Canada Summer Institute
KT Canada is pleased to be co-hosting this year’s Summer Institute with:
University of Ottawa’s School for Epidemiology and Public Health
The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute
Knowledge Translation Program, Unity Health Toronto
InformationGuests & SpeakersApplyAgendaSponsors and PartnersTestimonialsProgramWe are pleased to announce the Knowledge Translation (KT) Canada Summer Institute to be held in Ottawa, Ontario, from June 8-10, 2026. It’s being held at the University of Ottawa. The theme this year is “Implementation Science – Applications and Advancements“.
The Summer Institute incorporates both the science and practice of KT. Trainees from the Summer Institute may pursue careers in KT science, KT practice, or both, across various settings.
The Summer Institute provides participants with the opportunity to increase their understanding of knowledge translation research as well as opportunities and challenges in this field. The Summer Institute will also provide participants with the chance to network with colleagues including national and international KT experts.
New this year: There will be two streams or “tracks” for Summer Institute participants. Descriptions of the two tracks follow.
Track 1: Applying implementation science in Practice
Description: Track 1 is designed to provide a grounding and training in foundational steps applying the tools of KT and implementation science in practice. Track 1 is especially well-suited to applicants who are relatively new to KT and implementation science in their training and/or those in roles and positions that need to implement evidence-based practices.
Track 2: Advancing the science of implementation
Description: Track 2 is designed to provide attendees an opportunity to identify and discuss how to address conceptual and methodological gaps in the field of implementation science and develop grant-writing skills for implementation science projects to advance the field. Track 2 is especially well suited for applicants who are researchers or trainees with an interest advancing the science of knowledge translation.
Registration fees:
Trainees: $495 CAD
Jr faculty & Research staff: $1,099 CAD
Registration fees cover meals and snacks during the event.
Expenses such as transportation and accommodations are not covered by registration fees. For accommodations, you can book a dorm room at the university of Ottawa for a fairly reasonable rate. Applicants who are accepted will receive more information about this in their acceptance email.
Email Meghan.Storey@UnityHealth.to with questions.
Download French flier.
Download English flier.

Additional facilitators and speakers TBD. Bios coming soon.
Dr. Jamie Brehaut (University of Ottawa)

Dr. Melissa Brouwers (University of Ottawa)

Dr. Janet Curran (Dalhousie University)

Dr. Maoliosa Donald (University of Calgary)

Dr. Tara Elton-Marshall (University of Ottawa)

Dr. Christine Fahim (Knowledge Translation Program)

Dr. Alison Krentel (University of Ottawa)
Dr. Krystina Lewis (University of Ottawa)

Patrice Lindsay (lived experience advocate, clinical leader, and researcher)

Dr. Stuart Nicholls (Ottawa Hospital Research Institute)

Dr. Justin Presseau (Ottawa Hospital Research Institute)

Dr. Janet Squires (University of Ottawa)

Dr. Dawn Stacey (University of Ottawa)

Before you apply – please read the content below. Applications are now open — apply here.
The application window will open at 12:00pm Eastern time on January 19th. The deadline for this application has been extended to February 16, 2026, 11:59PM Eastern time. Please note that applications submitted after this time will not be downloaded.
New this year: There will be two streams or “tracks” for Summer Institute participants. Descriptions of the two tracks follow.
Track 1: Applying implementation science in Practice
Description: Track 1 is designed to provide a grounding and training in foundational steps applying the tools of KT and implementation science in practice. Track 1 is especially well-suited to applicants who are relatively new to KT and implementation science in their training and/or those in roles and positions that need to implement evidence-based practices.
Track 2: Advancing the science of implementation
Description: Track 2 is designed to provide attendees an opportunity to identify and discuss how to address conceptual and methodological gaps in the field of implementation science and develop grant-writing skills for implementation science projects to advance the field. Track 2 is especially well suited for applicants who are researchers or trainees with an interest advancing the science of knowledge translation.
Items to submit for Track 1:
Please submit:

Support letter from one referee. The letter should highlight that your research area is linked to KT. It should illustrate how you were involved in the work, what you hope to learn at the summer institute, and how the summer institute will support your career. The referee should send their letter of support directly to Meghan Storey (Meghan.Storey@unityhealth.to) before the deadline: using the subject heading: Summer Institute support letter & applicant last name.
An abstract for your research project. This abstract can describe a project that is in progress or has been completed. The abstract should speak to the dissemination or implementation of evidence with or without advancement of KT science, methods or theories.

-Abstracts should include the following headings:
-For those with results: Background, Methods, Results and Discussion/ Conclusions
-For those without results: Background, Methods, Planned Analysis, Expected Outcomes.
-Title and authors.
-Max 300 words.

A description of your current research interests and how they relate to knowledge translation and knowledge translation research (max 200 words).
A description of your expectations for the summer institute and how attending would support your career goals (max 200 words).
CV (any format is acceptable; CV should include your work and academic experience, research publications, presentations, grant and award funding, and any relevant KT work or involvement).

Items to submit for Track 2:
Please submit:

Support letter from one referee. The letter should highlight that your research area is linked to KT. It should illustrate how you were involved in the work, what you hope to learn at the summer institute, and how the summer institute will support your career. The referee should send their letter of support directly to Meghan Storey (Meghan.Storey@unityhealth.to) before the deadline: using the subject heading: Summer Institute support letter & applicant last name.
An abstract for your research project. This abstract can describe a project that is in progress or has been completed. The abstract should depict an implementation science research proposal or idea that you would like to develop during the summer institute. Please describe the research objective or evidence-based practice that you want to implement; the planned methods and analysis plan; and anticipated results and impact.

-Abstracts with results should include: Background, Methods, Results and Discussion/ Conclusions.
-Title and authors.
-Max 300 words.

A description of your current research interests and experience and how they relate to KT. Please include a description of your career goals, your expectations for the summer institute and what you hope to learn/achieve during the summer institute (max 300 words).
CV (any format is acceptable; CV should include your work and academic experience, research publications, presentations, grant and award funding, and any relevant KT work or involvement).

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See what past Summer Institute participants are saying:

“I really liked the engagement with other trainees and faculty members. It was a very collaborative experience.“
“I think the institute was structured very well. There was a good variety of lectures, workshops, and breaks. I never felt too overwhelmed or fatigued. The content was directly relevant to me and my work in patient engagement.“
Ellen Wang – “Growing understanding of knowledge translation practice and research“
The full program will be posted in May 2026.
