HERO

NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER

General Notices

As winter break is approaching and the year is coming to an end, we would like to take this opportunity to wish you an early Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! May the season be cozy and bright.

Project Updates

I2I Project

Scoping Review

The scoping review and author survey manuscript is being finalized. We hope to share it for your review in December.

Qualitative Interviews

Qualitative interviews and their analysis are completed. We are currently drafting the manuscript. Results will be summarized in our project wrap-up meeting on December 1^st (1-2PM EST).

DEEP-ENGAGE Project

Terms of Reference & Researcher Survey

Thank you for your comments on the ToR and researcher survey materials, they were of great help and have been well incorporated. We are working to share the project protocol with you soon.

Scoping Review

We have begun screening the 11,000 records in our scoping review of patient engagement in technical health research initiatives! If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to us.

Workshops or Events of Interest

CDA Attendance Support Program

CDA has opened applications for this program to support individuals who would not be able to participate in the 2026 CDA Symposium without financial support. The program is open to students, patient and caregivers, and members of equity-deserving groups. Eligible applicants can receive up to $3,000 to offset registration, travel, food, accommodations, and other Symposium-related expenses.

For further information, click here

Deadline: Wednesday, December 17, 2025

2026 OICR Research Impact Conference

This conference will bring together cancer researchers and patient partners from across Ontario to connect, share ideas and learn more about OICR and FACIT’s progress towards patient impact.

Where: Old Mill Toronto

When: March 24 and 25, 2026

Registration closes: January 21, 2026