One of the significant changes to the CAR 2024 program is the addition of longer and more frequent breaks throughout the event, allowing everyone to connect with speakers and catch up with colleagues. Attendees will also have the chance to find out more about other organizations within the CAR umbrella, like the five Affiliate Societies. With plenty of time each day, there are lots of opportunities to network, socialize, and celebrate excellence in radiology. Read More

Negotiating is a professional skill that needs to be learned and developed, and while some are great at negotiation, it does not come naturally to most. Earlier in February, the CAR partnered with the University of Toronto (U of T) Department of Medical Imaging to host Women in Radiology: Negotiation Skills, an informative evening dedicated to discussing the importance of negotiation in radiology careers, share stories of personal negotiation experience, and outline steps on how women in radiology can improve this skillset. Read More

The CAR Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Working Group is excited to announce the release of a new EDI toolkit document. This accomplishment is the result of collaborative efforts led by Dr. Charlotte Yong-Hing and the dedicated members of the EDI Working Group. Sincere gratitude is extended to the volunteers who contributed their time and unwavering dedication to this significant endeavour. Read More

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Dr. Faisal Khosa, a well know CAR member, graduated from medical school in Pakistan and completed postgraduate training and board certifications in Ireland, America, and Canada. He has an MBA in leadership and equity, diversity, and inclusion. Read More

The CAR Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Working Group is thrilled to share its recently published CAR Journal article, led by Dr. Charlotte Yong-Hing, which specifically addresses equality in the residency selection process. Read More

The CAR Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Working Group is thrilled to share its recently published CaRMs article, led by Dr. Charlotte Yong-Hing, which specifically addresses equality in the residency selection process. We extend our deepest gratitude to the volunteers who contributed their time and unwavering commitment to this important work. Read More

Every year in March, the world takes the time to recognize the accomplishments and advancement of women by marking March 8^th as International Women’s Day and, in Canada, Canadian Women Physician’s Day on March 11^th. “These celebratory days, which have grown in visibility in recent years, offer a starting point to move towards gender equity in everyday and professional life, however, I feel that there is more work to do.” - Dr. Kate Hanneman, University Medical Imaging Toronto (UMIT) Read More

The CAR Resident and Fellow Section will be under new leadership in the upcoming academic year. Dr. Kiana Lebel is set to take over as RFS Chair for 2022-23, a role previously occupied by the departing RFS Chair Dr. Jessica Dobson. Read More

Thanks to the work of the CAR’s Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Working Group, the CAR is pleased to announce its official statement of values regarding the association’s stance on EDI. Dr. Charlotte Yong-Hing, Chair of the EDI Working Group, said that developing comprehensive value statement was a critical priority for this group. Read More