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April 2 is World Autism Awareness Day

admin — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:00:47 +0000

To mark this day, the team at the Neuro-Patient Resource Centre is sharing one of its favorite books with you:

Often, when autistic people and non-autistic people talk about autism, they’re talking about two different things. "L'Autisme expliqué aux non-autistes" attempts to bridge the gap between these perspectives.

Pride Month Reading List

admin — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:01:36 +0000

Celebrate Pride Month with MUHC Libraries and Patient Resource Centers!

In honour of Pride Month, MUHC libraries and patient resource centers are highlighting their resources on 2SLGBTQI+ health and wellness.

If you would like to explore topics such as identity, family life, relationships and mental health, you are sure to find something of interest!

Here are the new titles in our collection, now available at the NPRC!

admin — Thu, 21 May 2026 18:51:26 +0000

En français:

Summer Reading List

admin — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:53:08 +0000

Here are our 6 book recommendations to add to your summer reading list!

Six great reads for the season, whether you’re looking for strategies to tackle stress, how to improve your sleeping habits, nutrition and wellness tips, and more.

The Info-Neuro cart schedule for March is now available!

admin — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 19:36:49 +0000

National Indigenous Peoples Day

admin — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 04:01:23 +0000

Today is National Indigenous Peoples Day—a time to recognize and celebrate the traditions, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis.

We encourage you to take some time to learn more about First Nations, Inuit and Métis as well as our collective past. The best way to do this is through their own voices. We’ve selected books by Indigenous authors from our book collection on Indigenous health.

Stop by in person at Room 354 (3rd floor) at the Neuro (Montreal Neurological Institute-Hospital) to borrow our physical books.

The Info-Neuro cart schedule for June is now available!

admin — Fri, 29 May 2026 12:57:37 +0000

Canada–U.S. Relations Enter “Second Century” as New Commission Launches Amid Converging Economic and Security Pressures

admin — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:51:43 +0000

(WASHINGTON – April 30, 2026) — As economic uncertainty, geopolitical tensions and shifting trade dynamics reshape North America, a new binational commission has been launched to explore the future of Canada–U.S. relations.

Co-chaired by former Canadian cabinet minister, Lisa Raitt, and former U.S. congresswoman, Jane Harman, the Commission for the Second Century of Canada-U.S. Relations will bring together senior leaders and policy experts from both countries to develop a new strategic agenda for long-term, bilateral cooperation.

Interesting lecture on the future of International Development coming up!

admin — Sun, 08 Mar 2026 02:54:48 +0000

Want to learn more about where the world is headed and what it means for the field of International Development? The Institute for the Study of International Development is hosting its annual lecture on Thursday March 12, featuring a stellar set of speakers! No registration needed, free reception, what more could one want? More info here: /isid/events/mcdonald-currie-lecture-2026

Stroke Awareness Month

admin — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:01:32 +0000

June is a reminder of the importance of recognizing the signs of a stroke and understanding how to reduce the risks. Stroke continues to be one of the leading causes of death and disability in Canada.

At the Neuro-Patient Resource Centre, we offer a variety of books and resources to help you better understand what a stroke is and the recovery process following a stroke.

Here are a few titles:

Director Jennifer Welsh appointed Distinguished James ɬ�﷬ Professor

admin — Thu, 07 May 2026 19:01:03 +0000

Director of the Max Bell School of Public Policy, Jennifer Welsh, has been newly appointed as a Distinguished James ɬ�﷬ Professor. This award is ɬ�﷬’s highest honor. It recognizes sustained scholarly and research achievements of accomplished professors, and is reserved only for those who are recognized as international leaders in their fields.

The Info-Neuro cart schedule for April is now available!

admin — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:51:18 +0000

The Info-Neuro cart schedule for July is now available!

admin — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:49:31 +0000

The Info-Neuro resources cart schedule for July is as follows:

The Info-Neuro cart schedule for February is now available!

admin — Mon, 02 Feb 2026 18:01:00 +0000

June is Myasthenia Gravis Awareness Month

admin — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:59:29 +0000

To mark Myasthenia Gravis Awareness Month, we are pleased to present a new educational brochure on myasthenia gravis for newly diagnosed individuals and their loved ones.

The idea for this resource arose from a discussion between a patient with myasthenia gravis and Maxime Grenier, a master’s student in physical therapy at ɬ�﷬, during which Maxime noted a lack of resources and support for people living with this condition.