Canadian Medical Hall of Fame

Discovery Days in Health Sciences

Discovery Days in Health Sciences are one-day events that give secondary school students the opportunity to explore a variety of career options in medicine and the health sciences. The program is delivered in partnership with universities, hospitals and research institutions across Canada.

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EQUITY & INCLUSION:
We recognize that diversity, equity and inclusion strengthen the health sciences, health systems and health care communities and leads to enhanced quality, social relevance and impact of health-related disciplines.

Throughout all its activities, the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame strives to engage and promote the active participation of individuals of diverse backgrounds, including those from historically underrepresented groups.  We actively seek a diverse pool of award nominations so that those honoured may reflect the diversity of our communities.

A Discovery Day comprises a dynamic keynote lecture, interactive workshops and a career panel discussion. High school students gain a clearer picture of what it would be like to be a health professional by interacting with researchers, clinicians and educators in their real-life work setting. Teachers/guidance counsellors are also welcome, but not required to attend.  Pre-registration is required.

The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame is committed to fostering inclusion and supporting the leadership efforts at Canadian universities to change the diversity pathway to medicine and the health sciences. We encourage teachers to include students who self-identify as Indigenous, Black or a Person of Colour, or who come from a rural or known disadvantaged socioeconomic background, when considering who will be invited to attend this event. 

SEEKING TESTIMONIALS: If you or someone you know attended a CMHF Discovery Day in Health Sciences event as a student AND pursued a career or post-secondary studies in a health related field, we would love to hear from you! Contact us today at cmhf@cdnmedhall.ca

Learn more about the impact of Discovery Days

Discovery Day Testimonials
2023 Program Report 

Can't attend an in-person event? Check out 
 Discovery Days in Health Sciences ONLINE

We are grateful to our many sponsors and donors and proud to partner with the following Host Sites coast to coast:   

                     

                               

                             

                          

 

2024 LINE-UP

SPRING 2024

Central Canada ONLINE ~ Wednesday, March 6
Memorial University of Newfoundland ~ Tuesday, April 23
Western University ~ Friday, May 3
University of Ottawa (évènement francophone) ~ jeudi le 9 mai
University of Ottawa (anglophone event) ~ Friday, May 10
NOSM University (virtual event) ~ Wednesday, May 15
Queen's University ~ Wednesday, May 22
Hamilton Health Sciences ~ Thursday, May 30

FALL 2024*

University of Calgary ~ Wednesday, October 23
University of Alberta ~ Thursday, October 24
BC Children's Hospital Research Institute ~ Thursday, November 7
University of Manitoba ~ Thursday, November 7
Dalhousie University ~  Wednesday, November 20
Western Canada ONLINE ~ Thursday, November 21
McGill University ~ Thursday, November 28
Eastern Canada ONLINE ~ Wednesday, December 4
Université Laval (évènement francophone) ~ Friday, December 6

*Please note that School registration for fall events will begin in September 2024

PRESENTERS

Those wishing to share their passion for learning and their chosen profession are invited to host an interactive workshop or take part in our “Health Pros Tell All” career panel discussion which concludes each Discovery Day.  Click on your event of interest in the above line-up for the appropriate forms with further details.

TEACHERS AND STUDENTS

  • Schools must first be registered on our website through a contact teacher.  This can be done at any time when your event of interest has been added to the line-up above.
  • Instructions for students to register themselves online are then emailed to contact teachers when student registration opens (approximately six weeks before event day).
  • There is no registration cost. Participants are responsible for their own transportation to and from the host site as well as any associated parking fees.
  • To get started, click on your site of interest for relevant dates, registration limits and forms.
  • If you are an interested student but can't find a teacher to act as a contact for your school, or if you just want to be sure your school is on our distribution list, please contact the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame. Please indicate your city, high school and event of interest.

WHAT WE ARE HEARING ABOUT THE PROGRAM...

“Growing up in rural Newfoundland there was no exposure to the wide variety of fields within health care and medicine. I distinctly remember the anatomy lab at my first Discovery Day at Memorial University. It was amazing! It sparked my interest in a heath care career and led me to where I am now. I am so grateful that I was given that opportunity.”  Student, St. John's NL

"On behalf of my class I would like to thank you so much for the BEST field trip I have ever been on!!!!! We all had such a great time and learned sooo much! We really look forward to attending next year. Thanks for all the work you and your team put in to making the event happen."  Teacher, Edmonton AB

 

News from the University of Alberta

News from UM Rady FHS

News from Western University, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry

News from HHS McMaster University

News from Ontario Hospital Association (OHA)

About the CMHF

The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame (CMHF) celebrates Canadian heroes whose work advances health in Canada and the world, fostering future generations of health professionals through the delivery of local and national youth education programs and awards.

This enduring tribute to our country’s rich medical history is showcased here and in our physical exhibit hall in London, ON