The Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) stands as Canada's premier life sciences research hub and ranks third globally in life science research productivity. With over 2,900 scientists across its hospital-based research institutes, TAHSN is a beacon of innovation and discovery. Our member organizations aim to continuously improve and strengthen collaboration across our health research ecosystem.
On this page you can find guidelines, templates, resources and events for the TAHSN research community.
Research Documents and Resources
Context and Guidance Regarding Use of Simple D/MTA Template
Context and Guidance Regarding Use of Simple D/MTA Template (Please read first)
Guidance regarding the use of TAHSN's Simple, harmonized Data/Material Transfer and Use Agreement (D/MTA) template to promote the efficient and timely exchange of research data and materials across TAHSN institutions and researchers. Please carefully review the this guidance document which includes criteria regarding the appropriate use of the template.
July 2022
Institutional Training - TAHSN Research Ethics Board (REB) Working Group Recommended Guidelines
Institutional Training - Recommended Guidelines
Guidance for TAHSN institutions on principles and recommendations related to Research Ethics Board (REB) processes, specifically around institutional training. These guidelines were developed by the TAHSN Research (TAHSNr) Committee's Research Ethics Board Working Group.
November 2023
Research Ethics Board (REB) Appeals Process - TAHSN REB Working Group Recommended Guidelines
Research Ethics Board Appeals Process - Recommended Guidelines
Guidance for TAHSN institutions on principles and recommendations related to Research Ethics Board (REB) processes, specifically regarding the REB appeals process. These guidelines were developed by the TAHSN Research (TAHSNr) Committee's Research Ethics Board Working Group.
March 2023
Review of Quality Improvement / Quality Assurance Projects - TAHSN Research Ethics Board (REB) Working Group Recommended Guidelines
Review of Quality Improvement / Quality Assurance Projects - Recommended Guidelines
Guidance for TAHSN institutions on principles and recommendations related to Research Ethics Board (REB) processes, specifically the review of Quality Improvement / Quality Assurance projects. These guidelines were developed by the TAHSN Research (TAHSNr) Committee's Research Ethics Board Working Group.
June 2023
TAHSN General Guidelines for Intellectual Property (IP) Policies
TAHSN General Guidelines for Intellectual Property (IP) Policies
Guidance for TAHSN institutions in establishing or updating local Intellectual Property policies. This guideline was developed by the TAHSN Research (TAHSNr) Committee's Intellectual Property Guideline Working Group.
March 2022
TAHSN guidance for the process of mitigating security risk in research across TAHSN & and advice on Tri-Agency, CFI and Ontario research security requirements for grants
General Guidelines for the Process of Mitigating Security Risk in Research Across TAHSN
Guidance to TAHSN institutions and their respective research institutes, as applicable, to help guide the process around appropriately mitigating security risk in research, in compliance with Canadian regulatory and funder requirements and with an understanding of the requirements in other jurisdictions. This document provides a set of recommended guidelines that each institution is encouraged to consider and incorporate into their processes and governance. They also include an overview of grant research security processes. These guidelines were developed by the TAHSN Research (TAHSNr) Committee's Research Partnership Security Working Group. For more information, please visit the website of the Research Security Team, under the Division of the Vice-President Research and Innovation Office, University of Toronto: https://research.utoronto.ca/safeguarding-research/safeguarding-research
May 2024
TAHSN Impact Report 2023: Together We Are Asking the Big Questions
TAHSN Impact Report 2023: Together We Are Asking the Big Questions
The TAHSN Impact Report 2023 shares stories of collaboration and impact across our network. The coordinated efforts of our organizations over the past two years have advanced our strategy to the benefit of health-care workers, staff, faculty, researchers, learners, and the communities we serve.
August 2023
TAHSN Simple Data/Material Transfer and Use Agreement Template
TAHSN Simple Data/Material Transfer and Use Agreement Template
Simple, harmonized Data/Material Transfer and Use Agreement (D/MTA) template to promote the efficient and timely exchange of research data and materials across TAHSN institutions and researchers. Please carefully review the associated context and guidance document which includes criteria regarding the appropriate use of this template.
July 2022
TAHSN Strategic Framework
The Toronto Academic Health Science Network's strategic framework, summarizing the strategic priorities that focus and guide our collective action as a network.
November 2022
TAHSN: Unleashing the Potential of a World-Class Research Powerhouse
TAHSN: Unleashing the Potential of a World-Class Research Powerhouse
Report compares our network to the world’s leading life sciences research hubs. It finds that with appropriate support, TAHSN has untapped potential to scale and become a leading destination for talent, investment and global partnership.
November 2023
Use of Clinical Trials Ontario for Multi-Centre Studies - TAHSN Research Ethics Board (REB) Working Group - Recommended Guidelines
Use of Clinical Trials Ontario for Multi-Centre Studies - Recommended Guidelines
Guidance for TAHSN institutions on principles and recommendations related to Research Ethics Board (REB) processes, specifically use of Clinical Trials Ontario (CTO) for multi-centre studies. These guidelines were developed by the TAHSN Research (TAHSNr) Committee's Research Ethics Board Working Group.
November 2023
[COVID-19 Archive] TAHSN Hospital Based Academic Recovery Strategy & Guidelines
TAHSN Hospital Based Academic Recovery Strategy & Guidelines
Guidance for hospitals and academic institutions in preparing for recovery of hospital-based academic activities (i.e. education and research), while ensuring the safety of staff, learners and patients.
April 2021
[COVID-19 Archive] TAHSN Maintaining Hospital Based Research Activities During COVID-19
Maintaining Hospital-Based Research Activities During COVID-19
Guidance to TAHSN Hospitals regarding principles and strategies to maintain hospital-based research activities during current and potential future waves of COVID-19 pandemic.
April 2021
The Division of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation
VPRI provides researchers with expert advice and resources at every stage. As the administrative hub for University of Toronto's research and innovation, it collaborates with Faculties and affiliated hospitals. The VPRI website provides resources on research funding, ethics, partnerships, commercialization, and support services at U of T, including guidance on compliance, innovation, and research integrity.
Research Events
Realizing the Potential of Toronto's Health Research Ecosystem
Trainee Research Presentations on Multidisciplinary Look at Menopause: Women’s Health Research Cluster at CAMH
CAMH Four-Part Webinar Series on Digital Mental Health
Climate, Health & Sustainable Care 2025 Annual Symposium
Research within the Health Science Faculties
External Resources
Placeholder: The Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) is Canada's federal funding agency for health research. Composed of 13 Institutes, we collaborate with partners and researchers to support the discoveries and innovations that improve our health and strengthen our health care system.
Placeholder: Clinical Trials Ontario is a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening, promoting and capitalizing on Ontario’s competitive advantages for conducting high-quality clinical trials.