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The BPAO is a steadily evolving and growing community organization focused on excellence in healthcare and improving the health and wellness of the Black population of Ontario.

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BPAO In the News…

by admin | Jan 17, 2019 | News

Watch this great panel discussion featuring @seanwharton, Toronto physician, BPAO member and Director of the Wharton Medical clinics speaking on the National about Canada's Food Guide and what can be done to improve...

Face of U of T Medicine: Chantal Phillips and Semir Bulle

by admin | Jan 11, 2019 | News

Meet medical students Chantal Phillips and Semir Bulle, who joined @uoftmedicine through BSAP, pictured here with BPAO President @OnyeActiveMD. Link:...

BSAP Opens Opportunities to Black MD Students

by admin | Jan 10, 2019 | News

14 Black students entered medical school in first cycle of new admissions pathway, to learn more Link:...

Spotlight: Dr. Rosemary Moodie (Newly Appointed Canadian Senator)

by admin | Dec 19, 2018 | News

The Prime Minister recently announced that the Governor General appointed four independent senators to fill vacancies in the Senate, including Dr. Rosemary Moodie. To learn more visit:...

PD Opportunity: Racialized Populations and Mental Health Court Diversion Think Tank

by admin | Dec 19, 2018 | Education, Networking

On January 7th, join the @EENet_news Racialized Populations and Mental Health & Addictions COI to discuss challenges and implications of being a racialized person going through the justice system [In-person or webinar options available!] #mhjusticeandrace...

BPAO In the News…”Lofters Heads Cancer Screening Portfolio”

by admin | Dec 15, 2018 | News

Congratulations to Dr. Aisha Lofters! "An expert in cancer screening, immigrant health and health equity, she was recently named Provincial Primary Care Lead for Cancer Care Ontario’s Cancer Screening Portfolio." - @uoftmedicine #bpao Full...

Young Researchers’ Award Program

by admin | Dec 15, 2018 | Education

The Young Researchers' Award Program, offered by The Sickle Cell Awareness Group of Ontario is now accepting applications. Students do not have to be in science oriented programs to qualify. For more information,...