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Congratulations to the MScOT Class of 2022 Photo of Convocation Hall with Graduate banners Celebrating your achievements and wishing you a world of occupational possibilities! Congratulations to Professor Emeritus Helene Polatajko, 2022 Recipient of Doctor of Laws, honoris causa, Western University Photo of Helene Polatajko Professor Alex Mihailidis recognized as one of the UN's "Healthy Ageing 50" - 50 leaders working to transform the world to be a better place to grow older Photo of Professor Alex Mihailidis Professor Emeritus Bonnie Kirsh
Receives 2022 Dean's Impact Award
Congratulations to Prof. Emeritus Bonnie Kirsh on receiving the 2022 Dean's Alumni 'Lifetime Achievement - National Impact Award' recognizing the major impact Dr. Kirsh's contributions have had on our knowledge and understanding of mental health from an occupational perspective. Photo of Prof. Bonnie Kirsh
Rehabilitation Science Research Network for COVID The University of Toronto has established a research network to advance rehabilitation models of care that will optimize health and well-being among people recovering from or affected by COVID-19, co-directed by Profs. Jill Cameron, Dept. of OS&OT (left) and Kelly O'Brien, Dept. of Physical Therapy (right). Click to read the full story. Wellness Resources for Faculty Members The Faculty of Medicine recently launched a wellness website with many valuable resources for individual and group support, as well as educational offerings and articles relevant to wellbeing during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Message from the Chair

Prof. Mary ForhanIn these unprecedented and unpredictable times, I am delighted to welcome you to the Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy at the University of Toronto. Founded in 1918, our vibrant Department continues to be an exciting place to learn and practice the knowledge, attributes and skills of the profession of occupational therapy that will lead to an MScOT degree.

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2022 g’OT’ Spirit Challenge

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University of Toronto's 2022 g’OT’ Spirit Challenge video came in a noteworthy 3rd place. Congratulations to this year's winners!

Student Profiles

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What inspired you to pursue a career in occupational therapy?  I was attracted to how occupational therapists recognize the importance of considering all domains of health in the promotion of health and well-being. I previously worked in clinical settings as an assistant and my favourite... Read more →

Elizabeth Pezzuto, Class of 2022

Photo of Meera Premnazeer, Class of 2021

What got you interested in occupational therapy? During my undergrad, I was the president of a club that focused on addressing local and global issues. The unique aspect of this club was that individuals could come to us with a problem they may have, and... Read more →

Meera Premnazeer, Class of 2021

OS&OT News

Nick Reed, Associate Professor, awarded tenure

May 26, 2023

The department of occupational science and occupational therapy is pleased to announce that Nick Reed has been awarded tenure, effective July 1, 2023.   Prof. Reed joined the department in 2019 as an associate professor... Read more →

Alumni Spotlight: Elizabeth Pezzutto (Class of 2022)

May 23, 2023

  What inspired you to pursue a career in occupational therapy?  I was attracted to how occupational therapists recognize the importance of considering all domains of health in the promotion of health and well-being. I... Read more →

In Memoriam: Patti Fleury

May 11, 2023

  Alumna Patti Fleury (seated, at centre) was among the first group of alumni members of Governing Council, pictured in 1972. (Photo: Robert Lansdale Photography)   It is with great sadness that we mourn the... Read more →

Announcing New Faculty Member in the Department of OS&OT

May 8, 2023

The Department of Occupational Science & Occupational Therapy is excited to welcome Linna Tam-Seto as an Assistant Professor, Community and Global Mental Health starting July 2023.   Prof. Tam-Seto is a registered occupational therapist and... Read more →

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