Grant: Meetings, Planning and Dissemination Grant: Knowledge Translation

The general purpose of this Knowledge Translation Event is to highlight current health research projects and opportunities in Northern British Columbia. The target audience for this event will be grade 9-12 students from high schools throughout Northern BC, whom are interested in careers in health and health research with the objective of increasing the engagement of Northern youth in training for high technology health and professional careers. The Forum will be an opportunity to showcase health research in Northern BC. Health research continues to expand rapidly at the University of Northern British Columbia in Prince George. Partnerships that have emerged with the Northern Health Authority, individual communities, and various health-oriented service groups in the region are strengthened by a range of research projects. The 'Spotlight on Health Research in Northern BC' is a significant opportunity to highlight these partnerships. The Forum will highlight Northern health research needs and potential career opportunities in Northern health research and related health technology and professional fields. Through the partnerships that exist in Northern BC, students will be inspired to seek careers in health.