Mentors from Canadian Institutes of Health Research

The Canadian Institute of Health Research is offering opportunities for health and science mentorships this year.

The goal of the mentorship program is to connect young Canadians interested in health and science with CIHR’s health researchers and trainees. A mentor can help you develop a greater knowledge of health and science research and explore post-secondary academic choices leading to careers. A mentor can also give you a first-hand look at what it is really like to work in health and science research environment including laboratory training and experience. Mentoring plays a huge role in helping to nurture your interest and skills in science.

Check out our web page for more information at and also check out the CIHR Youth Synapse Facebook page:

If you are interested in participating, ceate a brief (1-2 pages) resume summarizing key information including:

-name, contact information, level of study and school;
-information about why you would like a mentor;
-a description of your scientific interests/science project; and,
-academic and non-academic awards/accomplishments.

Send your resume by email to me, Janet McKenzie

We will begin to match you with an appropriate mentor.

If you or any of your students have questions about the CIHR Synapse Youth Mentorship program please do not hesitate to contact me at by phone 613-808-4642 or by email.

Thank you for your support.

Sincerely,

Janet Weichel McKenzie
CIHR Synapse Youth Mentorship Initiative
613-808-4642

CIHR Synapse Youth Zone

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