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:
Professor Barbara Secker Retires from the University of Toronto
In June 2017, Prof. Barbara Secker (Associate Director, JCB) retired from the University of Toronto. We will miss Barb greatly and wish her all the best! > Continue reading
Ethical Framework for Resource Allocation During the Drug Supply Shortage
Ontario's health system is currently facing a shortage of sodium bicarbonate. In 2012, the University of Toronto Joint Centre for Bioethics developed a document entitled “Ethical Framework for Resource Allocation During the Drug Supply Shortage” which remains relevent to the most recent shortage. > Read the document
JCB Biennial Report 2014-2016: "Integrating Public Health and Health Care Ethics"
The JCB is pleased to share our first biennial report... > Continue reading
6th Annual JCB Research & Awards Day
The JCB held its 6th Annual Research and Awards Day celebration on May 31, 2017... > Continue reading
Recap: 28th Annual Canadian Bioethics Society Conference
On May 24-26, the Canadian Bioethics Society (CBS) held its 28th annual conference in Montreal... > Continue reading
MHSc in Bioethics Program - Q&A / Information Sessions for September 2018 Admittance
The JCB will be holding a few Q&A / information sessions for the the Master of Health Science (MHSc) in Bioethics Program. The sessions are for those interested in attending classes beginning in September 2018. The deadline for applications is January 19, 2018... > Continue reading
Research Opportunities for Students
There are a number of research opportunities available for students to gain experience in the field of bioethics... > Continue reading
In Memory of Professor Joseph Michael Boyle
On September 24th the JCB lost an important member of our community... > Continue reading
Visiting Scholar Profile: Carolyn Ells
The JCB is pleased to welcome visiting scholar, Carolyn Ells. She will be with us from September 2016 to May 2017... > Continue reading
JCB Task Force Releases Updated Medical Assistance in Dying Policy Template
On October 11, 2016, the University of Toronto Joint Centre for Bioethics (JCB) released the updated Medical Assistance in Dying Policy Template created by the JCB Task Force on Implementing Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID)... > Continue reading
