Happy to be here! I'm the mother of two, 1 with cerebral palsy. Co-founder & co-director of the Family Engagement in Research Program at CanChild, McMaster U and advisor, Canadian Centre for Caregiving Excellence. Looking fwd to the convo & learning how Bluesky works! www.canchild.ca/en/research-...
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A research centre dedicated to generating knowledge & transforming lives of children and youth with developmental conditions and their families.
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November 10, 2024 at 2:01 PM
Happy to be here! I'm the mother of two, 1 with cerebral palsy. Co-founder & co-director of the Family Engagement in Research Program at CanChild, McMaster U and advisor, Canadian Centre for Caregiving Excellence. Looking fwd to the convo & learning how Bluesky works! www.canchild.ca/en/research-...
The FER Course, offered by CanChild McMaster University, is designed to empower participants with the skills and knowledge needed to engage meaningfully in research. /2
May 1, 2025 at 6:52 PM
The FER Course, offered by CanChild McMaster University, is designed to empower participants with the skills and knowledge needed to engage meaningfully in research. /2
Nearly 40 years after CanChild was founded, its research is helping shape childhood-onset disability care around the world.
Discover how the F-words for Child Development are creating global impact.
Learn more ⬇️
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#pedsky #medsky #childhealth
Discover how the F-words for Child Development are creating global impact.
Learn more ⬇️
pediatrics.healthsci.mcmaster.ca/how-a-mcmast...
#pedsky #medsky #childhealth
July 16, 2026 at 1:07 PM
Nearly 40 years after CanChild was founded, its research is helping shape childhood-onset disability care around the world.
Discover how the F-words for Child Development are creating global impact.
Learn more ⬇️
pediatrics.healthsci.mcmaster.ca/how-a-mcmast...
#pedsky #medsky #childhealth
Discover how the F-words for Child Development are creating global impact.
Learn more ⬇️
pediatrics.healthsci.mcmaster.ca/how-a-mcmast...
#pedsky #medsky #childhealth
🚨 Applications for the Family Engagement in Research (FER) Course are NOW OPEN! 🎉 Are you passionate about bridging the gap between families and researchers? /1
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May 1, 2025 at 6:52 PM
🚨 Applications for the Family Engagement in Research (FER) Course are NOW OPEN! 🎉 Are you passionate about bridging the gap between families and researchers? /1
#patientengagement
#patientengagement
Congratulations to CanChild Post-doctoral Fellow, Dr. Monika Novak Pavlic, on receiving the International Trainee Award for Excellence at the Graduate Health Plenary, awarded by the Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University!
June 18, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Congratulations to CanChild Post-doctoral Fellow, Dr. Monika Novak Pavlic, on receiving the International Trainee Award for Excellence at the Graduate Health Plenary, awarded by the Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University!
FER Course | CanChild www.canchild.ca/en/research-...
FER Course |
CanChild
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A research centre dedicated to generating knowledge & transforming lives of children and youth with developmental conditions and their families.
www.canchild.ca
November 23, 2024 at 4:56 PM
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Assoc. Professor of Pediatrics, Olaf Kraus de Camargo (@devpeds.bsky.social) shares how CanChild has helped shift the disability field from a strictly medical model to a holistic approach—one that sees children as part of their families and communities.
This McMaster research centre aims to improve the lives of children
This McMaster research centre aims to improve the lives of children
CanChild has quietly become an international hub, shaping not only what we know, but improving the way children with disabilities learn and participate in the world around them.
www.thespec.com
February 19, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Assoc. Professor of Pediatrics, Olaf Kraus de Camargo (@devpeds.bsky.social) shares how CanChild has helped shift the disability field from a strictly medical model to a holistic approach—one that sees children as part of their families and communities.
Real impact starts with real voices. Hear from a FER graduate about the power of meaningful collaboration.
👉Learn more: tr.ee/lKU4zw
@canchild.bsky.social @kidsbrainhealth.bsky.social
#FERCourse #FamilyEngagement
👉Learn more: tr.ee/lKU4zw
@canchild.bsky.social @kidsbrainhealth.bsky.social
#FERCourse #FamilyEngagement
July 18, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Real impact starts with real voices. Hear from a FER graduate about the power of meaningful collaboration.
👉Learn more: tr.ee/lKU4zw
@canchild.bsky.social @kidsbrainhealth.bsky.social
#FERCourse #FamilyEngagement
👉Learn more: tr.ee/lKU4zw
@canchild.bsky.social @kidsbrainhealth.bsky.social
#FERCourse #FamilyEngagement
The CanChild family wishes you a happy and joyous New Year! Thank you for being a part of our community and supporting our mission. Here's to another year of making a difference together for children with disabilities, their families, and caregivers. Cheers!🌟
January 1, 2026 at 4:01 PM
The CanChild family wishes you a happy and joyous New Year! Thank you for being a part of our community and supporting our mission. Here's to another year of making a difference together for children with disabilities, their families, and caregivers. Cheers!🌟
Congratulations to CanChild Associate Member, Stelios Georgiades, one of eight McMaster professors who have been named 2025 University Scholars! 🎉
Read more: ow.ly/9oe650WpsrT
Read more: ow.ly/9oe650WpsrT
July 14, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Congratulations to CanChild Associate Member, Stelios Georgiades, one of eight McMaster professors who have been named 2025 University Scholars! 🎉
Read more: ow.ly/9oe650WpsrT
Read more: ow.ly/9oe650WpsrT
Stories from researchers and families
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and discover how you can make an impact through training with the FER program.
Brought to you by CanChild, McMaster University, and Kids Brain Health Network.
📩 RSVP now: Link in bio! /3
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and discover how you can make an impact through training with the FER program.
Brought to you by CanChild, McMaster University, and Kids Brain Health Network.
📩 RSVP now: Link in bio! /3
June 12, 2025 at 5:53 PM
Stories from researchers and families
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and discover how you can make an impact through training with the FER program.
Brought to you by CanChild, McMaster University, and Kids Brain Health Network.
📩 RSVP now: Link in bio! /3
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and discover how you can make an impact through training with the FER program.
Brought to you by CanChild, McMaster University, and Kids Brain Health Network.
📩 RSVP now: Link in bio! /3
The Gross Motor Family Report (GM-FR) is now available on the CanChild Shop! 🎉
To access, please visit: canchild.ca/shop/gross-m...
To access, please visit: canchild.ca/shop/gross-m...
July 15, 2025 at 6:08 PM
The Gross Motor Family Report (GM-FR) is now available on the CanChild Shop! 🎉
To access, please visit: canchild.ca/shop/gross-m...
To access, please visit: canchild.ca/shop/gross-m...
#KT tools developed by Family Engagement in Research students to disseminate knowledge and information on patient and family engagement in childhood neurodevelopmental research www.canchild.ca/en/research-... #KMb #KTT
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A research centre dedicated to generating knowledge & transforming lives of children and youth with developmental conditions and their families.
www.canchild.ca
December 18, 2024 at 6:26 PM
#KT tools developed by Family Engagement in Research students to disseminate knowledge and information on patient and family engagement in childhood neurodevelopmental research www.canchild.ca/en/research-... #KMb #KTT
📢 Youth (14-25) with disabilities, families, & researchers: Join the FREE 10-week FER-Youth Course!
🗓 Starts Feb 17, 2025
💻 Online via Zoom
🎓 Earn a micro-credential from McMaster University
Apply by Jan 16: redcap.link/FER-Youth_Wi...
#YouthEngagement @ferprogram.bsky.social through CanChild
🗓 Starts Feb 17, 2025
💻 Online via Zoom
🎓 Earn a micro-credential from McMaster University
Apply by Jan 16: redcap.link/FER-Youth_Wi...
#YouthEngagement @ferprogram.bsky.social through CanChild
December 16, 2024 at 6:22 PM
📢 Youth (14-25) with disabilities, families, & researchers: Join the FREE 10-week FER-Youth Course!
🗓 Starts Feb 17, 2025
💻 Online via Zoom
🎓 Earn a micro-credential from McMaster University
Apply by Jan 16: redcap.link/FER-Youth_Wi...
#YouthEngagement @ferprogram.bsky.social through CanChild
🗓 Starts Feb 17, 2025
💻 Online via Zoom
🎓 Earn a micro-credential from McMaster University
Apply by Jan 16: redcap.link/FER-Youth_Wi...
#YouthEngagement @ferprogram.bsky.social through CanChild
"Joy on Joy" by CanChild Associate member Rae Martens is a heartwarming children's book that invites young readers to explore the meaningful connections between friendship, joy, and the realities of living with disability.
🔗 Purchase it here: https://ow.ly/96hs50XFZoM
🔗 Purchase it here: https://ow.ly/96hs50XFZoM
December 10, 2025 at 5:01 PM
"Joy on Joy" by CanChild Associate member Rae Martens is a heartwarming children's book that invites young readers to explore the meaningful connections between friendship, joy, and the realities of living with disability.
🔗 Purchase it here: https://ow.ly/96hs50XFZoM
🔗 Purchase it here: https://ow.ly/96hs50XFZoM
👍 Next up, MacART member Dr. Elyse Rosa & colleague Alessia Greco presents, "Creating a Learning Health System for Neurodevelopment"!
🤝 Thank you Hamilton Health Sciences, McMaster Children's Hospital, McMaster University, Azrieli Foundation, McMaster Health Forum, CanChild for your collaboration.
🤝 Thank you Hamilton Health Sciences, McMaster Children's Hospital, McMaster University, Azrieli Foundation, McMaster Health Forum, CanChild for your collaboration.
March 26, 2025 at 7:06 PM
👍 Next up, MacART member Dr. Elyse Rosa & colleague Alessia Greco presents, "Creating a Learning Health System for Neurodevelopment"!
🤝 Thank you Hamilton Health Sciences, McMaster Children's Hospital, McMaster University, Azrieli Foundation, McMaster Health Forum, CanChild for your collaboration.
🤝 Thank you Hamilton Health Sciences, McMaster Children's Hospital, McMaster University, Azrieli Foundation, McMaster Health Forum, CanChild for your collaboration.
The January edition of the Family Engagement in Research (FER) Community Update newsletter is here! 🎉
Start the year off strong—check out the latest updates, resources, and opportunities for family engagement in research.
What are your family engagement goals for 2025? Share below!
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Start the year off strong—check out the latest updates, resources, and opportunities for family engagement in research.
What are your family engagement goals for 2025? Share below!
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FER Community Update | January 2025
Email from CanChild Centre for Childhood Disability Research Building Your Personal Family Engagement Practice in 2025! January, 2025 Happy January everyone! As we step into 2025, I want to ask: What
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January 17, 2025 at 10:02 PM
The January edition of the Family Engagement in Research (FER) Community Update newsletter is here! 🎉
Start the year off strong—check out the latest updates, resources, and opportunities for family engagement in research.
What are your family engagement goals for 2025? Share below!
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Start the year off strong—check out the latest updates, resources, and opportunities for family engagement in research.
What are your family engagement goals for 2025? Share below!
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This McMaster research centre aims to improve the lives of children
This McMaster research centre aims to improve the lives of children
CanChild has quietly become an international hub, shaping not only what we know, but improving the way children with disabilities learn and participate in the world around them.
www.thespec.com
February 18, 2025 at 11:15 AM
This McMaster research centre aims to improve the lives of children
Inclusion in Motion: Move Your Way. Share Your Story.
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New community hub from Cerebral Palsy Neuroscience Discovery Network (CPNET), celebrating inclusive physical activity for children, youth, and adults with disabilities.
@canchildcentre
https://bit.ly/3NpopB2
New community hub from Cerebral Palsy Neuroscience Discovery Network (CPNET), celebrating inclusive physical activity for children, youth, and adults with disabilities.
@canchildcentre
CP-NET | CanChild | McMaster University
A research-based initiative designed to improve the care of cerebral palsy from prevention to treatment.
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March 31, 2026 at 10:24 PM
Inclusion in Motion: Move Your Way. Share Your Story.
https://bit.ly/3NpopB2
New community hub from Cerebral Palsy Neuroscience Discovery Network (CPNET), celebrating inclusive physical activity for children, youth, and adults with disabilities.
@canchildcentre
https://bit.ly/3NpopB2
New community hub from Cerebral Palsy Neuroscience Discovery Network (CPNET), celebrating inclusive physical activity for children, youth, and adults with disabilities.
@canchildcentre
We also share exciting community highlights, opportunities for involvement, upcoming workshops, and resources for researchers, patients, caregivers, and partners.
👉 Read the full newsletter: conta.cc/4sJp7Zk
Let’s build meaningful engagement together in 2026! 🌟/2
👉 Read the full newsletter: conta.cc/4sJp7Zk
Let’s build meaningful engagement together in 2026! 🌟/2
FER Community Update | January 2026
Email from CanChild Centre for Childhood Disability Research What Does W.A.I.T Mean? January, 2026 Happy New Year! I’ve been following portia.noir (@portia.noir on Threads; @portianoir.com on Bluesky)
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January 15, 2026 at 10:23 PM
We also share exciting community highlights, opportunities for involvement, upcoming workshops, and resources for researchers, patients, caregivers, and partners.
👉 Read the full newsletter: conta.cc/4sJp7Zk
Let’s build meaningful engagement together in 2026! 🌟/2
👉 Read the full newsletter: conta.cc/4sJp7Zk
Let’s build meaningful engagement together in 2026! 🌟/2
🔹 A look back on what we accomplished together this year — from global growth to new course milestones.
🔹 Community highlights featuring recent learner publications and lived-experience leadership.
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🔹 Community highlights featuring recent learner publications and lived-experience leadership.
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FER Community Update | December 2025
Email from CanChild Centre for Childhood Disability Research Happy Holidays! December, 2025 As we wrap up another meaningful year together, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the families, r
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🔹 A look back on what we accomplished together this year — from global growth to new course milestones.
🔹 Community highlights featuring recent learner publications and lived-experience leadership.
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🔹 Community highlights featuring recent learner publications and lived-experience leadership.
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✨ January FER Community Update is live! ✨
Start your year with intention and connection.
In this month’s edition, we explore the power of a simple yet profound way to strengthen patient and family engagement. /1
Start your year with intention and connection.
In this month’s edition, we explore the power of a simple yet profound way to strengthen patient and family engagement. /1
FER Community Update | January 2026
Email from CanChild Centre for Childhood Disability Research What Does W.A.I.T Mean? January, 2026 Happy New Year! I’ve been following portia.noir (@portia.noir on Threads; @portianoir.com on Bluesky)
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January 15, 2026 at 10:23 PM
✨ January FER Community Update is live! ✨
Start your year with intention and connection.
In this month’s edition, we explore the power of a simple yet profound way to strengthen patient and family engagement. /1
Start your year with intention and connection.
In this month’s edition, we explore the power of a simple yet profound way to strengthen patient and family engagement. /1