RAPP, with its health authority partners, is closely following national initiatives and is ready to leverage their successes where possible.
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Rooted in respect: A story of strength, systems change, and sovereignty
Namaste Marsden leads with Indigenous values to shift research and health systems from deficit to strength — grounded in culture, relationships, and self-determination.
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KT Canada Summer Institute: Closing the gap between research and its use
Vancouver played host to Knowledge Translation (KT) Canada’s Summer Institute for the first time from June 17-19. Over three days, top experts and learners from BC and across Canada came together to explore how to better translate health research into action.
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Health Research BC launches first Indigenous health research peer review panel
The panel reflects our commitment to Indigenous self-determination, cultural safety, and the advancement of Indigenous health research careers.
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Michael Smith Health Research BC announces new CEO
The Board of Directors of Michael Smith Health Research BC (Health Research BC) is pleased to announce that Dr. Geoff Payne has been appointed President and CEO following an executive search process.
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Nechako: A river, a film, a fight for justice
A powerful film by Dr. Lyana Patrick reconnects land, health, and identity through community voices, research, and the fight to restore the Nechako River.
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Health Research BC releases talent evaluation report
A new report details the impact of the Scholar and Research Trainee programs on nurturing health research talent over the past 20 years.
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Why measuring doctor workload matters
Dr. Quynh Doan is improving how emergency departments pair patients with doctors. Her new tool helps hospitals staff better to fight worker burnout.
Research Approvals Processes Project: May 2025 update
The RAPP team remains well-positioned to advance this important project, and planning for the next phase is underway.
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Science over stigma: ARYS drives change for youth battling substance use
Dr. Kora DeBeck is putting youth voices at the centre of research to improve drug policy, services, and care for street-involved youth.
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