Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre

09/30/2025

Researchers at Sunnybrook are conducting a clinical trial to enhance radiation therapy through focused ultrasound-stimulated microbubble treatment. The unique technique involves injecting gas-filled microbubbles through a patient’s blood stream to reach a specific point (for example, a tumour), which is then targeted with low-intensity focused ultrasound waves beamed non-invasively through the body to the target site. Learn more: https://ow.ly/G1qE50X4jZf

09/29/2025

When colorectal cancer struck Armando Porco at 47, his world was turned upside down. Like many people, he thought it was a condition that only affected older adults. But rates among Canadians under 50 are on the rise, with more than 1,500 young adults diagnosed annually.

After receiving expert care at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Armando launched the Bell Mobility Golf Tournament to raise money for Colorectal Cancer Care at Sunnybrook. This September, Armando is celebrating seven years cancer-free! Learn more about his story: https://ow.ly/JfHZ50X16kh

09/29/2025

Last week, we fired up the grill and came together for our annual Staff Appreciation BBQ—a chance to celebrate the incredible people who make Sunnybrook more than just a place of healing, but a true community.

From delicious food to music, games, raffle prizes, and great conversations, the event was filled with laughter, connection, and well-deserved recognition. Thank you to our teams for your continued commitment to excellence and helping us invent the future of healthcare for patients and their families each and every day!

09/24/2025

Today, after sunset, the CN Tower will glow purple to mark and raise awareness about concussion safety.

Rowan’s Law honours Rowan Stringer, a 17-year-old rugby player from Ottawa who died in 2013 after suffering undiagnosed and repeated concussions. Purple was Rowan’s favourite colour and has become a symbol of the work done in Rowan’s name to improve concussion awareness, prevention and management.

Sunnybrook Executive Vice President and Chief Medical Executive, Dr. Dan Cass, is Chair for the Rowan’s Law Concussion Working Group. “Through Rowan’s Law, it is my hope and belief that we can prevent another tragedy, and make amateur sport safer for everyone to enjoy.”

Watch the lights live:

09/23/2025

Looking for a family doctor or nurse practitioner in North Toronto? The North Toronto Ontario Health Team helps residents connect with local providers. Vibrant Community Health is accepting new patients. Check out their post below.

We are now accepting new clients of all ages in North Toronto with an OHIP card, for free primary healthcare services with one of our family doctors or NPs. Join us now.

Learn and Register here: vibrantcommunityhealth.ca/intake
info@vibrantch.ca
416-486-8666
2398 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M4P 2H4

09/20/2025

Congratulations to everyone who took part in today’s RBC Race for the Kids and truly stepped forward to support youth mental health. Your generous commitment helped raise $2.8 million and counting! This year’s race saw a record number of 9500 participants come together in support of Sunnybrook’s Family Navigation Project (FNP).

Special shoutout to our incredible partner RBC and sponsors who made this event a great success: The Nanji Family Foundation, Cadillac Fairview, Compass Travel, Causal, and BlackToe Running Inc., Hart Entertainment, 640 Toronto, Q107 Toronto, The Globe and Mail, Global News, and BBQ Gourmet. There is still time to make an impact until October 20. Donate: https://ow.ly/lfhh50WZNhU

09/17/2025

This weekend, construction will begin to repair parts of the Parking Garage 1 exit ramp at our Bayview campus. Construction on the ramp will take place each weekend until Saturday, October 18, 2025.

During construction, the exit ramp will be closed to vehicle traffic. Drivers will be asked to make a U-turn after dropping patients off at the front doors.

TTC bus routes will also be altered on weekends during this time to accommodate the ramp closure. TTC riders can use the bus stops outside A-Wing and the Wellspring Cancer Support Foundation building at 105 Wellness Way.

Learn more about how this construction will impact your visit to Sunnybrook:

On Monday, August 25, 2025, Sunnybrook will start construction work in Parking Garage 1 to repair critical infrastructure. Construction will take place on both the first floor and ground floor levels.

09/16/2025

Sunnybrook is there when it matters most. 💚

In late July, Brian and Debbie Haynes took their motorcycle for a ride and collided with an oncoming vehicle near Orillia, Ontario. Both were airlifted by Ornge to Sunnybrook, where our Tory Trauma Program jumped into action. As a result of the collision, both Brian and Debbie lost their left legs.

Patients like Brian and Debbie are why Sunnybrook has proposed a new Critical Care Centre to transform the way we deliver critical care for people across Ontario and be there for people across the province when it matters most.

Read their story here: https://ow.ly/RoJb50WWKEW

09/12/2025

Today we’re celebrating 15 years of the DAN Women & Babies Program at Sunnybrook. On September 12, 2010, 70 patients, including newly delivered babies and infants in incubators, moved from 76 Grenville Street to the Bayview campus.

Sunnybrook is home to the NICU with the best outcomes in Canada, a leading high-risk pregnancy program, as well as clinicians using the latest robotic technology to care for patients with complex gynaecology conditions.

A warm thank you to our skilled and compassionate team in the DAN Women & Babies Program, and to the Aubrey and Marla Dan Foundation for their visionary philanthropic support for women and our smallest patients.

09/10/2025

Sunnybrook’s Family Navigation Project (FNP) has served as a lifeline for caregivers and families living in Toronto and the GTA who are trying to find the right mental health and addiction support for their youth. By participating in RBC Race for the Kids, you will help FNP support more youth with their mental health needs.

A few spots are still available for this fun, family-friendly 5K race! Register and fundraise today to help us reach our goal and support FNP's mission. https://ow.ly/S9cW50WEEJg

09/08/2025

This summer, Sunnybrook’s Hurvitz Brain Sciences Program and Toronto Community Housing partnered to launch The Next Neuroscientist. The program gives grade 11 and 12 students hands-on research experience in neuroscience labs.

This year’s students worked alongside Sunnybrook researchers and clinicians on projects that build academic and professional skills while offering mentorship and exposure to careers in science and health care.

Programs like The Next Neuroscientist aim to break barriers and to create a more diverse and inclusive health system that reflects Ontario and Canada’s population.

Read the full story to learn more: https://ow.ly/gXFN50WT9P2

09/04/2025

Yesterday, we welcomed the Honourable Jill McKnight, Veterans Affairs minister and associate minister of National Defence, and the Honourable Rob Oliphant MP for Don Valley West, for a tour of our Veterans Centre — Canada’s largest Veterans care facility.

The visit included a discussion about the many ways Sunnybrook partners with the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) to support the training of medical CAF members and provides care to active members who are injured in combat and military veterans. The tour included meeting with Sunnybrook staff who are also active members of the CAF and seeing the activity spaces of the Veterans Centre.

Thank you, Minister McKnight and MP Oliphant, for visiting our Veterans Centre and for the Government of Canada’s support.

To learn more about our commitment to supporting CAF and Veterans, visit: https://ow.ly/MPn850WRo11

09/04/2025

How can we help drivers with dementia stay safe on the road for as long as possible?

Researchers at Sunnybrook, Baycrest and the University of Calgary are currently conducting a clinical study to investigate the relationship between driving and dementia.

A driving monitoring system is installed in participants’ vehicles which identifies differences in driving behaviours between older adults who are cognitively healthy, those with mild cognitive impairment and those with early-stage dementia. Learn more about the study here: https://ow.ly/oinS50WRomv

09/03/2025

Meet Maria Lung, a recent recipient of a Sunnybrook Moments of Service Excellence award.

A patient recently recognized Maria for the outstanding support she provided during their stay here at Sunnybrook. The patient highlighted how proactive, kind, compassionate and remarkably efficient Maria was and how she offered comfort and encouragement when they needed it most.

Sunnybrook Moments of Service Excellence allow patients and their loved ones to celebrate the exceptional staff here at Sunnybrook. No matter where these interactions happen along the patient journey, we always strive to make them special.

If you or a loved one has a notable experience with a staff member that you would like to recognize, please email patient.experience@sunnybrook.ca or call 416-480-4940 – we’d love to hear from you!

09/03/2025

Sunnybrook is using a new device that applies artificial intelligence (AI) to improve the identification and management of irregular heart rhythms.

The BIOTRONIK Biomonitor IV Loop Recorder, recently approved by Health Canada, has already been implanted in five Sunnybrook patients.

More than 1.5 million Canadians live with heart arrhythmias. With this technology, Sunnybrook is helping set a new standard for detecting and treating heart rhythm disorders across the country.

Get the full story here: https://ow.ly/Tnyr50WPMiZ

09/02/2025

As a teaching hospital, Sunnybrook is home to over 5,000 students from all levels of education exploring diverse careers within the health-care sector. We wanted to welcome new and returning learners this fall by sharing our best pieces of advice to start the school year off strong!

What advice would you give these students? Drop a comment!

08/30/2025

Are you planning to be on the road this long weekend? Over the last few weeks, our trauma team has cared for a surge in patients injured in motorcycle collisions.

Brandy Tanenbaum is not only Sunnybrook’s Injury Prevention Coordinator, she’s a motorcycle enthusiast. “Safety is not something that just happens to you. You have to practice it and be actively involved in creating safety for yourself,” she says. With both drivers and motorcyclists sharing roads, here are Brandy’s tips:

08/29/2025

From September 12–14, the Cobble Beach Concours d’Elegance will feature an extraordinary display of vintage and international cars—all in support of Sunnybrook’s Impact Fund. As Canada’s largest trauma and burn centre, Sunnybrook is a leader in personalized care and pioneering research in cancer, stroke, neurosurgery, and more. We are incredibly grateful that proceeds from fundraising efforts will help drive innovation to treat complex health challenges at Sunnybrook.

Early bird tickets are available until August 31. Join us in advancing the future of health care: https://www.cobblebeachconcours.com/events

Cobble Beach Concours d'Elegance

08/28/2025

Last chance to win big!

The lottery draw is tomorrow for the Sunnybrook 50/50 lottery. Will you be our next winner and support exceptional health care? https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/sunnybrook?cid=organicfacebook

08/28/2025

RBC Race for the Kids is less than a month away and we need you to help us cross the finish line on fundraising! And thanks to the Nanji Family Foundation, there is no better time than right now

From now until September 4, every donation made to RBC Race for the Kids will be matched*! Support this amazing cause and have double the impact on youth struggling with mental health!
https://ow.ly/tslW50WMijV