Our mission
CanNRT is a collaborative training environment that supports research excellence, and sustainable and equitable pathways for early career researchers in neurodevelopmental conditions across Canada through multidisciplinary cross-sector learning, mentorship, and connectivity.
We are committed to advancing neurodevelopmental research
Building a dynamic learning community
Strengthening member engagement
Promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion
Co-designing high-quality accessible curriculum focused on key priority areas
Connecting research and community partners
Our Leadership
CanNRT Team
Steering Committee
Chair
Professor, Neurology and Neurosurgery, McGill University; Director, Transforming Autism Care Consortium
Trainee co-lead
Postdoctoral Fellow, Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences, McMaster University
Chief of Research, SickKids; Professor of Medical Science and Molecular Genetics, University of Toronto
Professor and Joan & Jack Craig Chair in Autism Research, Department of Pediatrics, Dalhousie University
Knowledge Broker, Family Engagement Program, CanChild Centre for Childhood Disability Research
Senior Clinical Scientist and Developmental Pediatrician, Holland Bloorview; Associate Professor, Paediatrics, University of Toronto
Priority Area Leads
Develop customized curriculum for different training levels, addressing underrepresented priority areas and building future capacity in Canada
Chair
Knowledge Broker, Family Engagement Program, CanChild Centre for Childhood Disability Research
Trainee co-lead
Research Associate, Knowledge Translation Program, CHILD-BRIGHT Network, RI-MUHC
Child Neurologist, Professor of Pediatrics, University of Toronto; VP of Research and Director, Bloorview Research Institute, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital
Associate Professor, School of Physical and Occupational Therapy, McGill University; Canada Research Chair in Childhood Disability: Participation and Knowledge Translation
Curriculum Co-Design Committee
Uses co-design to create a dynamic, responsive, and accessible curriculum for trainees, early career researchers, and the broader community
Knowledge Broker, Family Engagement Program, CanChild Centre for Childhood Disability Research
Developmental Pediatrician and Director, Autism Research Centre, Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital; Professor of Pediatrics, University of Alberta
Review and Selection Committee
Operates independently to review and select candidates for competitions, fellowships, grants, and training passports
Co-Chair
Senior Scientist, Genetics and Genome Biology, SickKids; Associate Professor, Molecular Genetics, University of Toronto
Associate Professor, Rehabilitation Science/Occupational Therapy, University of Alberta
Mentorship and Membership Committee
The Mentorship and Membership Committee (forthcoming) develops effective and inclusive mentorship and membership programs to expand the CanNRT community and connect trainees with cross-sector mentors.
Call for nominations
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