Organizations Involved in Knowledge Exchange

There are several organizations involved in knowledge exchange and translation:


Seniors Health Research Transfer Network (SHRTN)

The Seniors Health Research Transfer Network (SHRTN) is a province-wide knowledge exchange network that links caregivers with researchers and policy makers who work together to improve heath care for seniors. SHRTN facilitates knowledge exchange through access to technology, communities of practice, a library service, knowledge brokers, and local implementation teams.

For more information, visit the SHRTN web site - Click here

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Alzheimer Knowledge Exchange (AKE)

The Alzheimer Knowledge Exchange (AKE) supports those interested in improving the Ontario system of care for persons with Alzheimer Disease & Related Dementias (ADRD). AKE facilitates the exchange of information, innovation and expertise among caregivers, educators, researchers and policy-makers.

For more information, visit the AKE web site - Click here

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Canadian Dementia Knowledge Translation Network (CDKTN)

The Canadian Dementia Knowledge Translation Network (CDKTN) is a network for knowledge translation (KT) and exchange (KE) of research in Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. CDKTN currently has 120 researchers and care providers as members Canada-wide.

For more information, visit the CDKTN web site - Click here

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Canadian Health Services Research Foundation (CHSRF)

The Canadian Health Services Research Foundation (CHSRF) brings researchers and decision makers together to understand each other’s goals and professional culture, to forge new partnerships, and to influence each other’s work. Together with their partners, CHSRF has helped Canada to become an international leader in evidence-informed decision-making.

For more information, visit the CHRSF web site - Click here

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