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RBC Foundation donates $250,000 to NOSM University to strengthen rural and Northern Ontario physician training
A transformative $250,000 gift from the RBC Foundation is helping to shape the future of health care in Northern Ontario. Over the next three years, this donation will support an innovative NOSM University program designed to train and retain physicians in rural, remote, Indigenous and Francophone communities. By equipping future rural family doctors with the diverse, adaptable skills needed to thrive in community-based practice, this initiative will strengthen access to compassionate, high-quality care for people across the North. The funding will support initiatives led by Dr. Sarah Newbery, Associate Dean of Physician Workforce Str...
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NOSM University leader wins national award for contributions to Francophone health
A pillar of Francophone health education advocacy in the North, Danielle Barbeau-Rodrigue was recently honoured with the national Une étoile montante (Rising Star) award from the Sociéte Santé en français. The award recognizes a person whose actions exhibit promising leadership in their field and demonstrate exceptional commitment to the development of Francophone health. Barbeau-Rodrigue accepted the award at the Sociéte Santé en français’s AGM on Thursday, October 2, 2025. Director of the Francophone Affairs Unit at NOSM University since 2005, Barbeau-Rodrigue has changed the face of Francophone health education in N...
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NOSM University welcomes four new Section Chairs
At NOSM University, Section Chairs provide academic leadership that is essential to the success of our medical education and scholarly mission across Northern Ontario. They foster excellence in teaching and research by supporting faculty, strengthening clinical and academic programs, and ensuring that learners benefit from high-quality training in their disciplines. This year, NOSM University welcomes four new Section Chairs whose leadership, expertise, and commitment will further advance our collective efforts to support faculty and deliver on NOSM University’s academic and scholarly mandates. Dr. Ehsan Mohammadi – Section Chair, ...
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