Advocacy with Research Canada
Research Canada is dedicated to advocating for robust support and advancement of health research in Canada. Their mission is to champion policies and investments that enhance the country’s health research environment, benefiting both public health and the economy. Through collaboration with government, academia, industry, and the public, Research Canada aims to raise awareness about the importance of health research, influence policy development, and secure sustainable funding. Their advocacy efforts focus on demonstrating the value of health research, fostering innovation, and ensuring that Canada remains a global leader in health research and innovation.
Position held with Research Canada:
2023 – present : Chair of the board
2021 – 2023 : Vice-chair of the board
2021 : Chair of Governance committee
2021 : Strategic planning task force chair
2015 – present: member of the board of directors
Advocacy with the Canadian Society for Molecular Biosciences CSMB
The Canadian Society for Molecular Biosciences (CSMB) aims to promote and support research in molecular biosciences across Canada. Its mission is to foster a collaborative scientific community, advocate for increased funding and resources for research, and facilitate the dissemination of knowledge through conferences and publications. CSMB’s advocacy efforts focus on raising awareness of the significance of molecular biosciences in advancing healthcare, biotechnology, and education. They work to influence policy decisions, support young scientists, and ensure that Canadian molecular biosciences research maintains a high standard of excellence and innovation.
Position held with CSMB
- 2022 – present : Secretary
- 2020 – 2022: Past-President
- 2018 – 2020: President
- 2021 – 2022 : Vice president
- 2015 – present: Member of the board of directors
Publications
Möröy T and Toth K.
Science was not an Election 2019 issue – but it should be a priority for the next Government
National News watch, October 25, 2019
Möröy T and Toth K
La science n’est pas un enjeu électoral, mais elle devrait l’être
LEDEVOIR, Obtober 9, 2019
Meetings and activities
2024.- Consulting with leaders in the Health Research community on the Government’s Re-organization of Health Research funding.
Participation in the Parliamentary Health Research Caucus: Exploring the Future of Diabetes Treatment, Management and Prevention Event co-hosted by Diabetes Canada, on April 17, 2024, at the Westin Hotel, Ottawa, Ontario.
Presented the 2023 Research Canada Leadership in Advocacy Awards (LIAA) at a special reception hosted by Senator Mohamed-Iqbal Ravalia. The LIAA honours champions in health research advocacy each year by recognizing at least one individual and/or organization who has made outstanding efforts in advocating for Canadian health research at the local, provincial and/or national level. (November 23, 2023)
Virtual panel Impact of Science, and Innovation on Society – CSPC 2023 Pre-Conference Sessions (November 2, 2023)
Virtual meeting with Dr. Brendan Hanley, MP, Yukon on December 12, 2022. Building awareness and support for Research Canada’s pre-budget messages and asks, and more broadly, to build out the relationship between Research Canada and key stakeholders within government. Addressed tri-council funding, implementation of EDI principles in health research and support for talent.
Research Canada Stakeholder Action Roundtable, on September 29, 2022, Sheraton Hotel, Ottawa, ON – exchange with stakeholders in Health Research ecosystem.
Virtual meeting with Dr. Kirsty Duncan, Chair of the House of Commons Standing Committee on Science and Research, on September 22, 2022. Addressing tri-council funding – CIHR budget.