The Occupational Cancer Research Centre is an applied research centre for the study and prevention of cancers caused by work.
Toronto, Ontario
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We’ll be hosting #SinghThatthaStudy for respirator fit testing at Guelph Sikh Society (Guelph Gurdwara) from November 2-3, and at Gurdwara Shaheedgarh Sahib Hamilton on November 4.
This is your opportunity to participate in a meaningful study close to home. Be part of research that focuses on safety and inclusivity for Sikh men with beards.
Spots are limited - sign up today: occupationalcancer.ca/projec…
Join us virtually this Friday, October 10th from 12-1PM ET for an OEH Seminar featuring Dr. Jane Hoppin.
This webinar will highlight the recent evaluation by IARC of the carcinogenicity of two commonly used PFAS: PFOA and PFOS.
Register to attend: phesc.zoom.us/webinar/regist…
Join us this Friday, Sept. 12 @ 12PM EST for the first OEH Seminar of the 2025-26 series!
Dr. Parveen Bhatti will discuss night shift work, outdoor artificial light at night, and cancer.
Register to attend: phesc.zoom.us/meeting/regist…
With summer just around the corner, Dr. Sally Radisic will be discussing extreme heat and public health.
📢Register now to join this final OEH Seminar of the 2024-2025 series, happening this Friday, April 11 @ 12-1PM EST: phesc.zoom.us/meeting/regist…
Join us this Friday, March 28 from 12-1PM as Dr. Robert Macpherson presents on the "Understanding differences in work injury and disability of mobile workers in Canada".
Register here: phesc.zoom.us/meeting/regist…
Join us for another Occupational and Environmental Health Seminar on Friday, March 14, 12-1PM!
@Bfrangione11 will present on "Exposure to ionizing radiation and dementia mortality among nuclear power plant workers".
Register to attend: phesc.zoom.us/meeting/regist…
Join us this Friday, February 28 from 12-1PM for another OEH seminar! Dr. Frank de Vocht will present on "5G: knowns, unknowns, known-unknowns, and myths".
Register now: phesc.zoom.us/meeting/regist…
Join us this Friday, February 14 from 12:00 to 1:00pm for another OEH seminar!
Martin Bartels and Emmanuella Avornyoh will present on "PQRA on Whin Valley Rice Field in Shama, Ghana".
Register here: phesc.zoom.us/meeting/regist…
Our vision is the elimination of occupational disease, including cancer, and we're committed to being a leader in occupational health research in Ontario and across Canada.
Explore our research: occupationalcancer.ca
#WorldCancerDay
Join @OHCOWclinics and OCRC on #WorldCancerDay, Feb 4 @ 11:30AM, for a free webinar that will explore how sex influences risk of cancer and translating occupational cancer knowledge into action.
Register to attend: eventbrite.ca/e/world-cancer…
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Join OHCOW and OCRC on World Cancer Day, February 4th, for a webinar discussing how sex influences risk of cancer, research related to occupations such as Fire Fighters and others, and important risk reduction tools! Register: bit.ly/4hqo4r7
How can we move forward to improve health outcomes among firefighters? 🔥
OCRC's report shares perspectives from firefighting stakeholders and researchers on research gaps, priorities, and future directions: occupationalcancer.ca/resour…
#FirefighterCancerAwarenessMonth
Engineered stone has grown in popularity over recent years, but at what cost?
On Friday, Jan. 31 @ 12PM, Dr. Cummings will present an OEH seminar on "A modern epidemic of an ancient disease: Silicosis among engineered stone fabricators".
Register here: phesc.zoom.us/meeting/regist…
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👨🚒 Did you know that firefighting is considered carcinogenic according to @IARCWHO?
Researchers at the @OCRC_CA @UofT are assessing firefighters' exposure to hazards, their risk of cancer, and ways to protect them.
cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/53768.html…
#FirefighterCancerAwarenessMonth
ALT Firefighters battling a roaring fire. They are holding a hose that’s shooting water.
🎉We are excited to announce that on January 27th, Jill MacLeod will be stepping into the role of Administrative Director at the OCRC!🎉
View the news post: occupationalcancer.ca/welcom…
Firefighters are exposed to a wide range of known and suspected carcinogens. In our study, Ontario firefighters had a 23% higher risk of developing cancer, compared to other workers.
View the fact sheet: occupationalcancer.ca/survei…
#FirefighterCancerAwarenessMonth
OEH seminars are back! We're starting 2025 off with Dr. Meghan Winters who will present on Practices and Inspiration for Sustainable Transportation Equity: Case Studies from Canadian Cities.
Register to join us this Friday, Jan. 17 from 12-1PM: phesc.zoom.us/meeting/regist…
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month.
Little is known about occupational risks for cervical cancer. View our fact sheet on female reproductive cancer risks among Ontario workers to learn more: occupationalcancer.ca/resour…
This January marks the 2nd annual #FirefighterCancerAwarenessMonth, a time to raise awareness about the cancer risks firefighters face🚒🔥
Interested in learning more? Check out our firefighting-related research and resources: occupationalcancer.ca/area_o…