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The Toronto Science Policy Network is a student-run science policy group which provides a platform to learn more about and engage in science policy.

Since July 2018, we have organized a variety of events (including workshops, public panels and talks) and advocacy efforts, engaging over 300 individuals to date. While we are a recognized campus group at the University of Toronto, we welcome members outside the university to join. Everyone is welcome, regardless of whether you study or actively work in the sciences, social sciences, or humanities.

Events & Campaigns

Throughout the year we host workshops, public panels and talks. In this past year, we’ve also led a few science advocacy campaigns too. Check back regularly for details on our upcoming events!

Tuan Minh Nguyen/ The Globe and Mail
Media Coverage

As an official supporter of the Support Our Science Campaign, TSPN participated in a Walkout that gained widespread media attention across the country in May 2023.

Read more here
’23 and ’24 Research At Work: Science Policy 101

Toronto Science Policy Network (TSPN) invites you to our 2023 Research At Work, a workshop series designed to teach you about the basics of science policy and connect you with experts engaged in this space. 

Learn how your research and experience can be put to work to encourage change and where you may fit into the science-policy interface.

Watch on our YouTube channel!
Join us!

Interested in learning more about science policy while gaining some event planning experience along the way? Join our Annual General Meeting on July 10th 2024, our Slack group or send an email!

Here are the Zoom details for our 2024 AGM:
https://utoronto.zoom.us/j/88433968736
meeting ID: 884 3396 8736
Passcode: SciPol

More TSPN events here

News

TSPN Panel: Digital Economy

In this panel, we invited speakers to discuss how big data & AI affect privacy & justice.

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TSPN Panel: Intro to Science Advocacy

We hosted a moderated panel and Q&A session on science advocacy, and how scientists at any career stage (including trainees) can get involved.

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    On Tuesday, May 9th, 2023, the Toronto Science Policy Network (TSPN) hosted a panel titled “Canada’s Response to Climate Change”. Molly Segal, a journalist and producer for CBC Radio’s climate […]
  • TSPN Talks Science Communication: The STEAM Sisters
    On Wednesday November 24th 2021, the Toronto Science Policy Network (TSPN) hosted an interactive talk on science communication by the STEAM Sisters, who shared their experiences and gave advice on […]
  • TSPN Just the Facts: NRCan Green Energy Infrastructure
    On Thursday May 6th, 2021 at 6pm, the Toronto Science Policy Network (TSPN) hosted a panel of experts to discuss the Natural Resources Canada’s (NRCan) Green Infrastructure program and Canada’s […]
  • TSPN Talks with Dr. Monika Kastner
    On June 24th, TSPN Talks hosted Dr. Monika Kastner, Research Chair of Knowledge Translation and Implementation at North York General Hospital. Dr. Kastner’s talk focused on defining knowledge translation (KT), […]