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Wellesley Institute@wellesleyinstitute· 21d

It is critical to meet the needs of those at risk of or currently experiencing homelessness, people with disabilities, and people with mental health and/or substance use challenges. Ontario needs at least 40,000 supportive housing units to meet the need.

Wellesley Institute@wellesleyinstitute· 25d

Research compiled by the @cmadocs.bsky.social found 85 per cent of health outcomes are determined by our social, economic and physical environments, and by the actions of the healthcare system.

Wellesley Institute@wellesleyinstitute· 28d

We’re recruiting for a researcher with strong quantitative skills. A career at Wellesley Institute is an opportunity to use your talents to help create a healthier and more equitable GTA and Ontario for all. Our application deadline is Friday, July 31. www.wellesleyinstitute.com/job-opportun...

White text on a blue background saying: Job opportunity. Quantitative researcher. 12-month contract. Deadline: Friday, July 31.

Wellesley Institute@wellesleyinstitute· Jul 15

Moving from the hospital to home is a critical juncture for patients. Wellesley is working on a project to identify tools and frameworks that help caregivers assess the housing quality of patients and how this might impact their health and recovery. Watch out for this research later this year.

Wellesley Institute@wellesleyinstitute· Jul 13

In Canada, the wealthiest 20% possess almost 65% of the country’s wealth. This has an impact on health outcomes. Read our paper on interventions that currently exist to address wealth inequality and health outcomes: www.wellesleyinstitute.com/wealth-and-h...

Wellesley Institute@wellesleyinstitute· Jul 8

Understanding the primary care preferences of Black and South Asian-origin communities could help those who plan health services to enhance primary care attachment for these underserved groups. Look for these research reports from Wellesley Institute later this year.

Wellesley Institute@wellesleyinstitute· Jul 7

𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀! Wellesley Institute is seeking volunteers for our Board of Directors to help us fulfill our vision of a healthier and more equitable GTA for all. Application deadline: July 17, 2026 (extended) Learn more: www.wellesleyinstitute.com/volunteer-bo...

Left side - dark blue background with white font: We're seeking: Volunteer Board Members Deadline: July 20, 2026 Right side - light blue background with black font: Looking for candidates with professional experience in Finance / accounting Property management Investment management Financial risk management

Wellesley Institute@wellesleyinstitute· Jul 6

𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟲 𝗶𝘀 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗷𝘂𝗿𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝘆. Unintentional injuries are the 3rd leading cause of death in Canada and in 2023-2024, accounted for 13% of ER visits. Not everyone faces the same risk. Social determinants of health like age, socioeconomic status & geography can⬆️injury rates. #CIPD2026

Social determinants of health and injury prevention
Lower socioeconomic status: 1.3 times higher rates of injury. Age 65+Increased risk of falls, which are the leading cause of hospitalization and death. Rural vs. urban: Injury rates increase with rurality, particularly those related to motor vehicle collisions.

Wellesley Institute@wellesleyinstitute· Jul 3

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Wellesley Institute@wellesleyinstitute· Jul 2

𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗮 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗯𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 "𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹" 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗶𝘁 𝘂𝗻-𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁. Our latest blog highlights how new fees refugees must pay under the Interim Federal Health Program can lead to negative health impacts. www.wellesleyinstitute.com/small-fees-b...

Left side - black font against a light blue background: 30% New IFHP co-payment for supplementary health benefits for refugees, refugee claimants and protected persons. Right side: white font dark blue background: New blog "For refugees and newcomers, even small cost may create additional barriers to necessary care."

Wellesley Institute@wellesleyinstitute· Jun 29

Earlier this month, our CEO Dr. Kwame McKenzie delivered the convocation speech at @uoftdlsph.bsky.social and @uoft-fifsw.bsky.social bringing the message of hopes, dreams and fears to emerging professionals in the fields of social work and public health. www.wellesleyinstitute.com/i-look-forwa...

Right side: white font against a blue background "I look forward to witnessing your impact." Dr Kwame McKenzie - Dalla Lana and Factor-Inwentash convocation, June 2026Left side: Dr. Kwame McKenzie stands at the University of Toronto podium, speaking into a microphone.

Wellesley Institute@wellesleyinstitute· Jun 22

Today we introduce the “poverty deficit” – it measures how deep in poverty people are, not just how many live below the poverty line and shows that the cost to end poverty is actually less than the cost of poverty itself. www.wellesleyinstitute.com/the-poverty-...

Wellesley Institute@wellesleyinstitute· Jun 19

We believe our response to uncertainty should be to build a stronger Canada, that should start by building a fairer Canada that looks after everyone. This year's Impact Report highlights our work towards creating healthier, fairer lives: www.wellesleyinstitute.com/about/impact...

Against a dark blue background. Left side: In a circle frame, a picture of Wellesley Institute, a Victorian townhouse in Toronto. Right side, in white font: 2025-2026 Impact Report: Creating healthier, fairer lives

Wellesley Institute@wellesleyinstitute· Jun 17

Our finance chair Devan Moodley is a self-described “reformed banker” whose expertise is helping us achieve our vision of a healthier and more equitable GTA for all. Learn more & find out how you can apply to join our volunteer Board of Directors: www.wellesleyinstitute.com/meet-devan-m...

Wellesley Institute@wellesleyinstitute· Jun 16

In 2025-2026, we worked to help bring the achievable reality of health equity to life. Read our latest Impact Report which highlights our research and policy work from the previous fiscal year: www.wellesleyinstitute.com/about/impact...

Against a dark blue background: Right side, in a circular frame, an intergenerational picture of a mother, a young child and a grandmother leaning close-in together and laughing. On the left side, white text against a blue background reads: 2025-2026 Impact Report: Creating heathier, fairer lives

Wellesley Institute@wellesleyinstitute· Jun 4

𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀! We are seeking volunteers for our Board of Directors to help fulfill our vision of a healthier and more equitable Greater Toronto Area for all. Learn more: www.wellesleyinstitute.com/volunteer-bo... Deadline: June 30, 2026

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WE'RE SEEKING

Volunteer Board Members

DEADLINE: TUESDAY, JUNE 30

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Looking for candidates with professional experience in:

Finance

Accounting

Property Management

Investment Management

Financial Risk Management

Wellesley Institute@wellesleyinstitute· Jun 4

Thank you to Toronto's Medical Officer of Health Michelle Murti, Toronto Board of Health chair councillor @chrismoise.ca and @toronto.ca Toronto Public Health staff for hosting our gathering of international urban health experts this week at Toronto City Hall.

A group of people attending the Global Leadership Exchange iCircle Match event: Mental health and the city, face the camera, smiling, some with their hands in the air. They are standing in front of Toronto City Hall, with a promotion for the upcoming World Cup decorating the building.

Wellesley Institute@wellesleyinstitute· May 27

A modern, integrated electronic medical record system is overdue in Ontario and across Canada, but it must consider community data governance. Read this blog by Jemal Demeke: www.wellesleyinstitute.com/community-go...

Wellesley Institute@wellesleyinstitute· May 26

It’s been over a year since Ontario failed to meet its own Accessibility for Ontarians Act (AODA) deadline. Our latest blog by discusses how this failure limits social inclusion for people with disabilities and contributes to health inequities: www.wellesleyinstitute.com/stalled-aoda... #AODA

Wellesley Institute@wellesleyinstitute· May 25

Frustration with Ontario’s fragmented health information landscape is nothing new. Recent government initiatives focused on improvements are encouraging, equity-deserving populations must be involved in a centralized digital health system to advance equity. www.wellesleyinstitute.com/community-go...

Wellesley Institute@wellesleyinstitute· May 22

According to the Ontario Common Assessment of Need, nearly 10% of people who seek mental health services live with physical disabilities – yet this group has significant unmet needs. Read our latest blog post: www.wellesleyinstitute.com/needs-magnif... @cmhatoronto.bsky.social

Left side: a woman in a wheelchair looks ahead. She is on a city street. Right side: White font against a blue background: Community mental health providers could benefit from training on how to help people with physical disabilities navigate the health system.

Wellesley Institute@wellesleyinstitute· May 21

The @toronto.ca Black Community Data Governance Implementation Plan, produced by Wellesley Institute & the Black Health Alliance, outlines how to embed and advance Black data governance in alignment with the City’s Action Plan to Confront Anti-Black Racism: www.wellesleyinstitute.com/toronto-blac...

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Publications leading to this City of Toronto Black Community Data Governance Implementation Plan

An infographic with 3 points:

Literature Review
Resources and guides to help propel the City of Toronto’s efforts to address inequities.

Framework
Overview of what to consider in establishing Black community data governance.

Implementation Plan
Multi-part plan to guide the development and integration of Black community data governance practices.

Wellesley Institute@wellesleyinstitute· May 20

“Eco-anxiety” is the sense of worry or fear that arises from an awareness of the environmental threats posed by climate change - one of many new terms emerging to describe the distress caused by climate change. Read Thrive Toronto’s new series on climate change and mental health thriveto.ca

Wellesley Institute@wellesleyinstitute· May 19

The federal and provincial governments recent focus on standardizing electronic health record systems is an opportunity to improve health. In his latest post, researcher Jemal Demeke explains why community governance and oversight must be included. www.wellesleyinstitute.com/community-go...

Wellesley Institute@wellesleyinstitute· May 15

Many in Ontario live with physical disabilities and mental health conditions –and this group has a significantly higher level of unmet needs. This blog post highlights those needs and calls for action. www.wellesleyinstitute.com/needs-magnif... @cmhatoronto.bsky.social

Wellesley Institute@wellesleyinstitute· May 14

Our latest report, produced in partnership with Black Health Alliance, is a multi-step guide to developing and integrating Black data governance practices at the @toronto.ca www.wellesleyinstitute.com/toronto-blac...

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New research report

“The City of Toronto Black Community Data Governance Implementation Plan has the potential to establish Toronto as a national leader in Black governance among municipalities and other government bodies.”

Wellesley Institute@wellesleyinstitute· May 13

The @toronto.ca Black Community Data Governance Implementation Plan – developed by Wellesley Institute & Black Health Alliance – draws on diverse sources of knowledge to ensure a robust and equity-centred approach. Learn all four components of the plan: www.wellesleyinstitute.com/toronto-blac...

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City of Toronto Black Community Data Governance Implementation Plan

Four Components.

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Executive Report:

An executive summary of the Consultation Report, Implementation Roadmap and Preliminary Model.

Consultation Report:

A synthesis of findings from the consultations.

Implementation Report:

Provides guidance on integrating and actioning the framework.

Preliminary Model:

Outlines a starting point for the organizational structure for Black community data governance.

Wellesley Institute@wellesleyinstitute· May 12

Our latest report, developed for @toronto.ca, aims to inform the City’s future strategy for the use of race-based data initiatives. The Implementation Plan is produced by Wellesley's Jemal Demeke and Tiyondah Fante-Coleman of the Black Health Alliance. www.wellesleyinstitute.com/toronto-blac...

White font against a blue background reads: New research report
City of Toronto Data Governance Implementation Plan
On the left side, a casually dressed Black woman walks across a city street. She is smiling.

Wellesley Institute@wellesleyinstitute· May 7

We are pleased to welcome Devon MacFarlane as our newest Senior Fellow. Devon is a recognized expert in 2SLGBTQ+ health and will contribute to both Wellesley Institute & Thrive Toronto's efforts to advance health equity for 2SLGBTQ+ populations in the GTA. www.wellesleyinstitute.com/person/devon...

Wellesley Institute@wellesleyinstitute· May 5

The links between climate change and mental health and well-being are complex and interconnected. These two papers, produced for Thrive Toronto by Swelen Andari @camhnews.bsky.social and Wellesley Institute’s Mauriene Tolentino, explore these links. thriveto.ca