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Migrant Integration in the Mid 21st Century: Bridging Divides
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Expanding knowledge about migrant integration at a time of rapid transformation. Funded by CFREF_APOGEE
📍Toronto Metropolitan University/Concordia/UofA/UBC
https://www.torontomu.ca/bridging-divides/
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🗞️ #InTheNews: Headlines that Bridge Divides. Each week, we highlight how Bridging Divides researchers are shaping public conversations through the media. This week: 1/6 🧵
#InTheNews from Bridging Divides
November 28, 2025 at 9:31 PM
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❓ What are the healthcare needs of older refugee adults in Canada?

A #NewPublication by our researchers Sepali Guruge, Zhixi Zhuang, and affiliated researchers Kateryna Metersky, Cristina Catallo, Lixia Yang, Jordana Salma and Areej Al-Hamad unpacks this: link.springer.com/article/10.1... 1/2 🧵
What are the healthcare needs of older refugee adults in Canada? Swipe to learn more Older refugees require: Culturally safe healthcare Illness related healthcare Support for daily living activities Barriers to accessing care include: Financial constraints Communication challenges Transportation difficulties Systemic inefficiencies Resource constraints Older refugee’s healthcare-seeking practices are shaped by: Health literacy levels Cultural and religious beliefs A strong preference for culturally safe, community-based care guided by traditional practices and family support
November 25, 2025 at 7:16 PM
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🗞️ #InTheNews: Headlines that Bridge Divides

Each week, we highlight how Bridging Divides researchers are shaping public conversations through the media. This week: 1/4 🧵
#InTheNews from Bridging Divides
November 21, 2025 at 7:05 PM
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Today’s Research Dialogue Series featured Bridging Divides researcher Daniel Hiebert alongside colleagues Ilke Adam and Ier Jonathan-Ichaver.

🤝 Thank you to all who participated! It was great to see everyone come together, share their insights, and engage in meaningful conversations.

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November 19, 2025 at 8:22 PM
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🎓 Graduate students, are you interested in improving the lives of newcomers? The Bridging Divides Graduate Student Stipend offers financial support to students applying to/studying at
@torontomet.bsky.social in multiple fields. Deadline:
👉 PhD: Feb 1, 2026
👉 Master's: April 1, 2026

🔗 bit.ly/GSS-26
Fund Your Graduate Studies at TMU with the Bridging Divides Graduate Student Stipend Deadline to apply - PhD: Feb. 2, 2026; Master's: April 1, 2026
November 18, 2025 at 5:44 PM
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🗞️ #InTheNews: Headlines that Bridge Divides

Each week, we highlight how Bridging Divides researchers are shaping public conversations through the media. This week: 1/5 🧵
#InTheNews from Bridging Divides
November 14, 2025 at 6:46 PM
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📣 Calling researchers, open call for paper submissions! Bridging Divides is hosting a Gulf Canada Connections workshop to explore emerging connections between Canada and the GCC states, from May 7-8, 2026 at @torontomet.bsky.social. Submit by: Nov. 15, 2025.

🔗 www.torontomu.ca/bridging-div...
Call for Papers Gulf Canada Connections: Migration, Citizenship, and Urban Change Across Borders Submission Deadline: Nov. 15, 2025
November 13, 2025 at 5:26 PM
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#PhD and #Master's students studying at/applying to
@torontomet.bsky.social: learn about how you can fund your education at our Open House on Nov. 12!

Especially relevant to those interested in/ studying: #urbanhealth, #psychology, #biomed, #sociology, #media, #criminology, #law, or #immigration
Online Webinar Bridging Divides Graduate Student Stipend Info and Q&A Session The Bridging Divides Graduate Student Stipend offers financial support to full-time Master’s and PhD students studying at/applying to TMU in a field related to migration and integration. Immigrant Health and Well-Being 1 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. EST Nov. 12, 2025 Online event Citizenship and Participation 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. EST Nov. 12, 2025 Online event Visit bit.ly/GSS-26 to learn more
November 11, 2025 at 5:52 PM
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📣 Calling researchers, open call for paper submissions! Bridging Divides is hosting a Gulf Canada Connections workshop to explore emerging connections between Canada and the GCC states, from May 7-8, 2026 at @torontomet.bsky.social. Submit by: Nov. 15, 2025.

🔗 www.torontomu.ca/bridging-div...
Call for Papers Gulf Canada Connections: Migration, Citizenship, and Urban Change Across Borders Submission Deadline: Nov. 15, 2025
November 6, 2025 at 5:40 PM
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#PhD and #Master's students studying at/applying to @torontomet.bsky.social: learn about how you can fund your education at our Open House on Nov. 12!

Especially relevant to those interested in/ studying: #urbanhealth, #psychology, #biomed, #sociology, #media, #criminology, #law, or #immigration
Online Webinar Bridging Divides Graduate Student Stipend Info and Q&A Session The Bridging Divides Graduate Student Stipend offers financial support to full-time Master’s and PhD students studying at/applying to TMU in a field related to migration and integration. Immigrant Health and Well-Being 1 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. EST Nov. 12, 2025 Online event Citizenship and Participation 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. EST Nov. 12, 2025 Online event Visit bit.ly/GSS-26 to learn more
November 6, 2025 at 5:13 PM
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🚀 Passionate about shaping inclusive research that reflects diverse voices? Experienced in strategic planning through an EDI lens?

We are seeking an EDI specialist to provide guidance, research and analysis while managing key relationships. Deadline: Nov. 11, 2025 ➡️ www.torontomu.ca/bridging-div...
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November 5, 2025 at 7:47 PM
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💼 #Hiring: Partnership Engagement Specialist!

Passionate about building partnerships? Experienced in project coordination and business development? Work with researchers, donors & prospects to drive impact.

Apply by Nov. 11: www.torontomu.ca/bridging-div...

#Opportunity #Jobs #Toronto
We are hiring: Partnership Engagement Specialist Apply by: Nov. 11, 2025 Toronto Metropolitan University campus building Image Centre and Balzacs Coffee Shop while students and staff walk by
November 5, 2025 at 6:50 PM
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🎶 How does group singing promote well-being?

Join @singwell.bsky.social for a research symposium exploring how group singing supports social bonding, communication and more.

🗓️ Nov. 21, 2025
🕙 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
📍 @torontomet.bsky.social + Online

🔗 Info + registration www.singwell.ca/symposium-20...
SingWell's Research Symposium 2025 Friday November 21 Online + In Person at Toronto Metropolitan University
November 3, 2025 at 7:31 PM
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📣 Calling researchers. Bridging Divides is hosting a Gulf Canada Connections workshop to explore emerging connections between Canada and the GCC states, from May 7-8, 2026 at @torontomet.bsky.social. Deadline to submit: Today (Oct. 31, 2025) For more info, visit ➡️ www.torontomu.ca/bridging-div...
Call for Papers Gulf Canada Connections: Migration, Citizenship and Urban Change Across Borders Submission Deadline: Oct. 31, 2025
October 31, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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🎓 Grad students at or applying to @torontomet.bsky.social - join our open house info sessions on Nov. 4 to learn about funding opportunities!

Open to all, but especially relevant to those in #urbanplanning, #geo, #compsci, #urbanplanning, #architecture, #engineering #tech, or #media

bit.ly/GSS-26
Online Webinar Bridging Divides Graduate Student Stipend Info and Q&A Session The Bridging Divides Graduate Student Stipend offers financial support to full-time Master’s and PhD students studying at/applying to TMU in a field related to migration and integration. Employment and Lifelong Learning 1 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. EST Nov. 4, 2025 Online event Place and Infrastructure Nov. 4, 2025 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. EST Online event Visit bit.ly/GSS-26 to learn more
October 29, 2025 at 7:54 PM
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🌏 Today, we wrapped up the Politics & Technologies Affecting Birthright Citizenship workshop! Over two days, feminist migration scholars, academics and healthcare practitioners explored how birthright citizenship is being reshaped by migration, policies, gender and state power. 1/4 🧵
October 17, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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🎓 Graduate students, are you interested in improving the lives of newcomers? The Bridging Divides Graduate Student Stipend offers financial support to students applying to/studying at
@torontomet.bsky.social in multiple fields. Deadline:
👉 PhD: Feb 1, 2026
👉 Master's: April 1, 2026

🔗 bit.ly/GSS-26
Fund Your Graduate Studies at Toronto Met with the Bridging Divides Research Stipend Deadline to apply - PhD: Feb. 2, 2026; Master’s: April 1, 2026
October 16, 2025 at 4:34 PM
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Yesterday at the Bridging Divides Fall Retreat, researchers from across @torontomet.bsky.social spotlighted research practices centred on equitable partnership. The day featured engaging presentations and discussions. 👏 Thank you to Josephine P. Wong and her team for creating a collaborative space!
October 10, 2025 at 4:13 PM
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Today is #NationalSeniorsDay, a moment to celebrate older adults in Canada. As migration continues shaping our communities, we are urged to consider how our systems could better support older migrants and seniors. Learn more: journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/...

#Research #EquitableAging
By 2050, nearly 2 billion people will be 60 years or older. With migration on the rise, the question is: Are we ready to support equitable aging for older migrants? But first, what is equitable aging? “The ability of older migrants to age with dignity, access to culturally appropriate care and the opportunity to thrive regardless of their migration history, language or socioeconomic status.” Aging migrants often face intersecting barriers: - Language difficulties - Limited healthcare access - Cultural misunderstandings - Systemic discrimination For those with precarious legal status or from marginalized groups, the situation is more complex: - Limited access to culturally appropriate care - Economic insecurity - Social exclusion There is still much to learn about equitable aging in the context of migration. Researchers, however, have found four components that can help achieve health equity: Accessible and inclusive services Example: addressing key aging needs such as cognitive and mental health. Supportive aging policies Example: legal protection in the form of citizenship status. Familiarity with the host country’s healthcare system Example: culturally tailored education on disease prevention. Community engagement initiatives Example: mentorship from community leaders. Interested in diving deeper into how equitable aging can support aging migrants? Read the new Open Access article!
October 1, 2025 at 3:41 PM
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✈️ Journalists, what could a month at a leading migration research centre right in downtown Toronto do for your reporting? Join @cercmigration.bsky.social and Bridging Divides for a journalism fellowship at @torontomet.bsky.social. Apply by Nov. 1, 2025. More details: www.torontomu.ca/bridging-div...
CERC Migration and Bridging Divides Journalism Fellowship The opportunity The fellowship invites invites experienced journalists to apply for a prestigious one-month residency at Toronto Metropolitan University, a unique opportunity to engage with cutting-edge research on migration and integration and build relationships with leading scholars and policy thinkers in Canada and beyond. Who can apply? This fellowship is designed for staff or freelance journalists with a proven track record in covering immigration, politics, social issues, global affairs or the economy. Applicants must have a minimum of 5 years of media work experience, with examples of work that covers complex issues that are international in scope. What you will gain: - A stipend, including a travel allowance, for a total value of $5,000 CAD. - A collaborative environment where journalists and scholars learn from one another. - A dedicated academic host from the research team. - Access to an office space and resources available in the CERC Migration facility. - Networking and professional development through participation in CERC Migration and Bridging Divides’ research events and workshops. Apply by Nov. 1, 2025
September 29, 2025 at 3:23 PM
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Elizabeth Saewyc for CBC News on her a study that highlights gaps in sexual health education and services for teens new to Canada ➡️ www.cbc.ca/listen/live-... 3/4
The Morning Edition - Sask with Adam Hunter A new study highlights the gaps in sexual health education and services for teens new to Canada Teens who are new to Canada face barriers to getting culturally appropriate sexual health resources. We speak to two researchers about their study.
September 26, 2025 at 4:08 PM
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🗞️ #InTheNews: Headlines that Bridge Divides

Each week, we highlight how Bridging Divides researchers are shaping public conversations through the media. This week: 1/4 🧵
#InTheNews from Bridging Divides
September 26, 2025 at 4:08 PM
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A new Bridging Divides study finds Canadian migrant youth are reporting less contraception use despite having less sex than their non-migrant peers.

🎙️ CBC spoke with our researcher Elizabeth Saewyc on the systemic barriers behind these gaps: www.cbc.ca/listen/live-...
The Morning Edition - Sask with Adam Hunter A new study highlights the gaps in sexual health education and services for teens new to Canada Teens who are new to Canada face barriers to getting culturally appropriate sexual health resources. We speak to two researchers about their study.
September 25, 2025 at 5:09 PM
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📣 Calling migration researchers! Bridging Divides is hosting a Gulf Canada Connections workshop to explore emerging connections between Canada and the GCC states, from May 7-8, 2026 at @torontomet.bsky.social. Deadline to submit: Oct. 31, 2025. For more info, visit ➡️ www.torontomu.ca/bridging-div...
Call for Papers Gulf Canada Connections: Migration, Citizenship, and Urban Change Across Borders Submission Deadline: Oct. 31, 2025
September 25, 2025 at 4:03 PM
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📚 Our annual Impact Report is live! Discover insights on the Bridging Divides program and how we are shaping the future of migrant integration in Canada.

🔗 www.torontomu.ca/bridging-div...

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September 24, 2025 at 5:51 PM