News & Stories
Read the latest news and stories in the SickKids newsroom. Looking to interview someone? Connect with our media team.

November 30, 2022
Paediatric infectious diseases experts from SickKids, CHEO, KHSC, LHSC and MCH issued the joint statement as the respiratory virus season gets an early start for young children.

November 28, 2022
Researchers develop novel algorithm to unlock role of cellular phenomenon in aggressive cancers
SickKids researchers develop an innovative computational method called RNAmp to measure hypertranscription in human tumours, with novel implications for cancer care.

November 25, 2022
SickKids receives Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer (MASCC) certification as a Center of Excellence in Supportive Care in Cancer.

November 24, 2022
How one SickKids core facility is breaking down the barriers to scientific collaboration
The Structural & Biophysical Core Facility is a centralized hub of state-of-the-art research instruments and expertise where scientists collaborate to advance paediatric medicine.

November 17, 2022
Celebrating two years of the SickKids Mental Health Strategy
SickKids is pleased to introduce the new co-chair of the Mental Health Strategy and share her vision as we work to provide transformative mental health care.

November 16, 2022
SickKids scientist receives CFI grant in support of cutting-edge immunotherapy research
Dr. Jean-Philippe Julien receives funding from the Canada Foundation for Innovation to help guide the design of next-generation immunotherapies.

November 16, 2022
Discovery Dialogues series goes behind-the-scenes of groundbreaking research discoveries
Dr. Lorne Tyrell joins Dr. Stephen Scherer for the SickKids “Discovery Dialogues” series, taking attendees behind the scenes of groundbreaking research discoveries.

November 16, 2022
Five SickKids researchers awarded Canada Research Chairs
Five researchers at SickKids Research Institute were among the latest new and renewed Tier 1 and Tier 2 Canada Research Chairs through the University of Toronto.

November 15, 2022
Drs. Zulfiqar Bhutta and Mike Tyers named Highly Cited Researchers for 2022
SickKids scientists Drs. Zulfiqar Bhutta and Mike Tyers have been named to Clarivate’s list of Highly Cited Researchers for 2022.

November 11, 2022
SickKids reduces surgeries to preserve critical care capacity
Starting November 14, surgical care will focus on emergency, urgent and the most time-sensitive cases.

November 10, 2022
World’s largest autism whole genome sequencing study reveals 134 autism-linked genes
SickKids-led study sequences the entire genomes of more than 11,000 individuals, offering new insights into the genetics that underlie autism spectrum disorder.
November 3, 2022
From patient to a patient advisor in research: Vina Mohabir
Vina Mohabir shares how her role as a Patient Advisor is part of a movement to transform child health research at SickKids, through patient and family engagement.