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Dr. Mohammed Shurrab awarded prestigious national grant to advance heart research

Monday, August 10, 2026

Dr. Mohammed Shurrab awarded prestigious national grant to advance heart research

Canadian Institutes of Health Research funding positions HSN as leader in cardiovascular innovation

Northern Ontario is strengthening its position as a leader in cardiovascular research after Dr. Mohammed Shurrab, HSN Foundation’s Cardiovascular Research Chair, was awarded a highly competitive Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) Project Grant.

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New 3-Stream Waste Stations at Health Sciences North

Friday, July 24, 2026

New 3-Stream Waste Stations at Health Sciences North

Health Sciences North (HSN) is committed to providing exceptional care while protecting the health of our environment. As part of this commitment, we are introducing new 3-stream waste stations throughout the hospital to help reduce waste and support more sustainable operations.

As you visit HSN, you'll begin to notice new waste stations with three clearly labelled streams:

Organics (Green)

Food scraps, napkins, paper towels and other compostable materials.

Recycling (Blue)

Clean paper, cardboard, plastic containers, aluminum cans and other recyclable items.

General Waste (Black)

Items that cannot be composted or recycled.

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Congratulations to the 2026 graduates of Project SEARCH HSN

Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Congratulations to the 2026 graduates of Project SEARCH HSN

Congratulations to the 2026 graduates of Project SEARCH HSN. This year, seven students from Rainbow District School Board celebrated the completion of Project SEARCH, an employment preparation and career training program that combines classroom learning with hands-on internships at Health Sciences North. Throughout the program, students gained valuable workplace experience, built confidence and developed the skills needed to transition successfully into employment. Thank you to our partners at Rainbow District School Board and March of Dimes Canada, as well as the dedicated HSN staff and mentors who helped make this year's program a success. Together, we're creating more inclusive pathways to meaningful employment and helping build a stronger workforce for our community. Congratulations to all of this year's graduates. Read the media release here: Project SEARCH HSN interns honoured in year-end celebration - Rainbow District School Board

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