BRAMPTON, ON (March 15, 2022) – Today, the Government of Ontario announced that it is expanding medical school education to build a stronger, more resilient healthcare system, including adding 80 undergraduate seats and 95 postgraduate positions for the Ryerson University School of Medicine in Brampton when it opens in 2025.
The 2021 Ontario Budget announced financial support for developing a new institute of medical education in Brampton in partnership with Ryerson University.
In July 2021,Brampton City Council voted in favour of a $1 million planning grant to help fund a future School of Medicine in the city, matching the funding invested by the Province of Ontario earlier that year. Establishing a medical school in Brampton has been a significant part of the City’s ongoing advocacy work and was included in the City’s 2022 Ontario Pre-Budget Submission.
The School of Medicine will make Brampton the home of a community-centric medical school focused on inclusivity, innovation and primary care.
The School of Medicine at Ryerson University will be designed around five pillars:
• Focusing on community centric primary care and the social determinants of health
• Providing culturally respectful care to communities
• Leveraging innovation and technology in practices to improve quality of care and patient outcomes
• Providing future physicians with the skills to develop inter-professional networks of health care to achieve better outcomes for patients
• Focusing on the aging and supporting seniors as a growing portion of our society gets older
On January 22, 2020, the City of Brampton declared a healthcare emergency and launched its advocacy campaign, “Fair Deal for Brampton” – requesting additional funding from the Province to bridge Brampton’s healthcare gap. This announcement and the expansion of Peel Memorial helps address the healthcare emergency in Brampton and will ensure that the next generation of healthcare practitioners can train locally in the city.
The School of Medicine will address the current pain points in the healthcare system in Brampton and across the province, both of which have been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. A shared vision for a School of Medicine in Brampton builds on existing partnerships between the University and the City of Brampton, including the Cybersecure Catalyst and the Brampton Ventures Zone.
For more information about Ryerson University’s School of Medicine, visit: https://www.ryerson.ca/brampton/school-of-medicine/
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“Historically, Brampton has not received its fair share of funding in healthcare services resulting in hospital overcrowding and hallway medicine. Through the creation of the School of Medicine, we will strengthen our city’s healthcare system to one that fosters local talent, creates economic growth and is considerate of our cultural diversity. Today’s announcement from the Province is sincerely appreciated by our community. We thank them and our partners for sharing our commitment of bridging Brampton’s healthcare gap.”
- Patrick Brown, Mayor, City of Brampton
“Brampton is one of Canada’s fastest-growing and youngest communities, and as a Well-Run City, we are dedicated to expanding postsecondary opportunities for our residents and being prepared for future healthcare needs. We will continue to work with our partners in the interest of our residents’ health and wellbeing, and thank them for helping us secure a stronger future for healthcare in Brampton.”
- Paul Morrison, Interim Chief Administrative Officer, City of Brampton
“Ryerson University will offer a new approach to medical education in Ontario — one that draws on the university’s commitment to community, diversity and inclusion, and innovation to address the changing needs for healthcare delivery and practice. We are encouraged and grateful for this announcement of long-term investment by the Government of Ontario and we look forward to shaping the future of healthcare with our partners in Brampton and Peel Region.”
- Mohamed Lachemi, President and Vice-Chancellor, Ryerson University
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