Inspired by the award-winning research of Dr. André Briend, this half day symposium, in partnership with Concordia University and Université de Montréal, will focus on major challenges in nutrition worldwide, and how those trends are reflected in the experiences of Canadians.
The Institute of Philanthropy was established in September 2023 through a strategic seed grant of HK$5 billion (US$640 million) from The Hong Kong Jockey Club and its Charities Trust. Established as an independent “think-fund-do” tank for China and Asia, the IoP is dedicated to promoting philanthropic thought leadership and enhancing sector capabilities at local, regional and global levels in collaboration with fellow funders. It seeks to provide an Asia-based platform bringing global stakeholders together to promote the betterment of societies everywhere.
MD, Ph.D.Former Senior Scientist, Institut de Recherche pour le Développement; Adjunct Professor, Tampere Center for Child, Adolescent and Maternal Health Research, University of Tampere, Tampere, Finland; Affiliated Professor, Department of Nutrition, Exercise and Sports, Faculty of Science, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Demark
Professor, Faculty of Medicine, Université de Montréal; Director, WHO-Collaborating Centre on Nutrition Changes and Development (TRANSNUT); Canada Research Chair in Nutrition and Health Inequalities (CIENS); Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada and of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences.
Professor Emeritus and former Chair, Department of Nutritional Sciences, University of Toronto; Director, WHO Collaborating Centre on Nutrition Policy for NCD Prevention.
PhDProfessor of Nutrition, University of Ghana; Former Director of Nutrition, Food and Agriculture Organization, United Nations; former President of the International Union of Nutritional Science (IUNS)
In partnership with over 20 universities, this national tour features current and past Gairdner laureates who engage with students through dynamic presentations, interactive sessions, and digital cont...
The Laureate Lectures offer a rare opportunity to hear directly from the 2025 Canada Gairdner Award recipients as they share the stories and science behind their discoveries.
A gala celebrating the remarkable achievements of the 2025 Canada Gairdner Award laureates
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John Dirks Canada Gairdner Global Health Award
One awarded annually. Awarded for scientifically based research that has improved the health and well-being of those facing health inequities worldwide.