UHN March for Science
UHN Marches for Science on April 14, 2018 – Save the Date!
On April 14, people from across Canada will show their support for science as part of the international “March for Science” movement. As members of Canada’s largest research hospital, we are aware—on a daily basis—of the importance of science to making smart decisions, improving health, and building prosperity.
This year, UHN will be a big part of the movement. UHN leadership, researchers, staff and trainees will be at the event and will be showing their support of Canadian research.
Join us in our by:
- Rallying your team and pledging attendance (see link below)
- Joining us for a short pre-rally at Nathan Phillips Square to pick up free refreshments, noise makers and stickers
- Participate in our #UHNmarch4science twitter campaign (prizes available, details below) to share your passion for science with the world
This year, the Toronto March for Science will begin at Nathan Phillips Square and end in Queen’s Park, on Saturday, April 14th 2018.
Place: Nathan Phillips Square
Date: April 14, 2018
Time: TBA
UHN pre-rally meetup at Nathan Phillips Square. Look for the UHN banner near the "TORONTO" sign—we will be bringing snacks and refreshments for those who come and visit us just before the start of the event. We will also have free UHN stickers and noise makers for all attendees and their families and friends. Come by, stock up and say hi!
Sign up below to pledge your attendance, and join UHN scientists, clinicians, trainees and staff, family and friends in showing your support for science.
Share a photo of you, your team, lab or office at the march on twitter using the hashtag #UHNmarch4science for a chance to win amazing prizes. Three winners will be announced after the march. Let’s show the world that Toronto and UHN are passionate about science!
Science impacts every aspect of our lives. It provides us with a way to protect our health and our environment, to make informed decisions, to innovate, to identify and address inequalities, and to create smart and sustainable economic growth.
While the benefits of science may often be taken granted, science advocacy—from grassroots to political activism—is key for Canada to safeguard and build a safe, healthy, prosperous and just society.
We will march for:
- Reinvestment in independent research, which has fallen by around 35% per researcher in the past decade [2017 Canada’s Fundamental Science Review]
- To show our support for fundamental and basic medical research, which lays the foundation for transformational real-world applications, such as new therapies, and better patient care
- Sustained investment in research as a way to drive innovation, build a knowledge economy and improve the well-being of Canadians
If you’re interested in helping to rally support for this year’s event or would like to help organize next year’s event, contact us at www@uhnresearch.ca
