Affiliated Networks

We are excited to announce a new name and logo for our trainee association CanSTAR, the Canadian Stroke Trainees Association in Research, the go-to association for trainees in the field of stroke care. CanSTAR is the trainee association of the CanStroke Recovery Clinical Trials Platform (CanStroke), the StrokeCog Clinical Trials Training Platform (StrokeCog), and the the Canadian Platform for Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation (CanStim) and this initiative aims to foster collaboration, mentorship, and professional development opportunities within the vibrant community of stroke researchers and clinicians across Canada and beyond.

CanSTAR is dedicated to creating an environment where trainees can connect, learn, and thrive in the dynamic landscape of stroke research and care. Whether you are a masters/doctoral student, medical student, resident, or fellow, CanSTAR provides a supportive network to enhance your skills, expand your knowledge, and advance your career in stroke-related disciplines.

Whether you are a masters/doctoral student, medical student, resident, or fellow CanSTAR provides a supportive network to enhance your skills, expand your knowledge, and advance your career in stroke-related disciplines.

Follow the brief survey below to join CanSTAR (there is no cost to join!):

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Here’s what you can expect from CanSTAR:

1. Interdisciplinary Training Opportunities in Stroke Research
   • Experiential Translational Workshops – e.g., Stroke Program in Neurorecovery (SPiN) Workshop (November 25-26, 2024 in Calgary)
   • Advanced Training Workshops
2. Networking & Collaborations
   • Social events
   • Peer-to-peer networking (DONUT be a Stranger)
   • Scientific and career development events
3. Mentorship
   • Peer mentorship program
   • Governance observership program (NEW)

Applications are open now to join the CanSTAR Executive Committee. The Committee is made up of representatives from each of the three partnering platforms (CanStroke, StrokeCog, and CanStim), with a mix of experience in clinical trials and basic science research.

The EC meets bi-weekly for one (1) hour to plan and coordinate CanSTAR activities.
Successful applicants will serve a one year term of committee membership, with the possibility of a second year renewal. Open to all research trainees (e.g., graduate student, post-doctoral research fellow, clinical fellow involved in research, etc.) working in the area of stroke research.

If you are interested in joining, please submit your resume/CV along with a brief statement of interest, including your institutional affiliation and supervisor.  Applications are open now until June 15th, 2024. Please email your applications to Holly at info@canadianstroke.ca.