Welcome to the University of Toronto Joint Centre for Bioethics
A Collaboratory in Bioethics Research, Education, Practice and Public Engagement
The University of Toronto Joint Centre for Bioethics (JCB) is a partnership between the University of Toronto and affiliated healthcare organizations. The JCB studies important ethical, health-related topics through research and clinical activities. The JCB is a network of over 180 multidisciplinary professionals seeking to improve health care standards at both national and international levels. At the JCB, theory is put into practice.
Our mission is to provide leadership in bioethics research, education, practice and public engagement.
The JCB is a World Health Organization (WHO) Collaborating Centre for Bioethics. The JCB received its designation in 2002, when it became the first WHO Collaborating Centre for Bioethics (WHO-CC). In 2009, it co-founded and was inaugural chair of the Global Network of WHO Collaborating Centres 
for Bioethics, which comprises 6 WHO-CCs in 4 WHO regions.
Current News:
Master of Health Science in Bioethics Information Sessions for September 2021 Admittance
The University of Toronto Joint Centre for Bioethics will be hosting two MHSc in Bioethics program information sessions in October and December 2020. > Continue reading
JCB Scholars Program in AI Ethics and Health Accepting Applications Now for October 2020
The University of Toronto Joint Centre for Bioethics, in partnership with AMS Healthcare, is seeking applications for the JCB Scholars Program in AI Ethics and Health. > Continue reading
Live Updates on COVID-19 from DLSPH
We continue to monitor the development of the COVID-19 pandemic and are working in partnership with the Provost’s Office on a coordinated response for students, faculty and staff. > Continue reading
COVID-19 Bioethics Resources
The University of Toronto Joint Centre for Bioethics has compiled a novel coronavirus (COVID-19) resource page that includes information on previous public health emergencies, resources for COVID-19 preparedness planning and response, and information and updates from Canadian governing bodies and the World Health Organization. > Continue reading
