The Work
We are committed to advancing equitable, person-centred healthcare through research, partnership, and community engagement. Our work explores how chronic disease adds unwanted complexity to already complicated lives, examines how virtual care can improve access and care experiences, and strengthens the integration of equity into Clinical Practice Guidelines.
We work collaboratively with patients, communities, healthcare providers, and decision-makers to ensure that diverse voices and lived experiences inform every stage of our work. By combining research with meaningful community partnerships, we strive to generate knowledge that not only advances understanding, but also supports tangible improvements in care, health systems, and health outcomes.
Together, we are working toward a future where healthcare is more accessible, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of all communities.
Explore the Work
Understanding Complexity
Understanding the experiences of people living with complex health and social needs.
Engaging Communities with eHealth/Virtual Health
Exploring how technology, relationships, and systems can improve access to care.
Creating Inclusive Guidelines
Bringing together diverse perspectives to develop more inclusive healthcare guidance.
Other Projects
Cross-cutting projects and emerging initiatives that extend beyond C4’s core research streams.
Impact & Engagement
- Exploring Equity, Language, and Representation in Black Health Research
At the 2026 Black Health Research Symposium, Dr. Marie Claire Uwamahoro presented two lightning talks examining important challenges in Black health research and healthcare access. The first presentation shared findings… Read more: Exploring Equity, Language, and Representation in Black Health Research - Reflecting on Five Years of Collaboration, Community, and Impact
In June 2026, the Canadian Collaboration for Complex Care (C4) team came together to reflect on five years of collaboration, learning, and growth. The gathering provided an opportunity to welcome… Read more: Reflecting on Five Years of Collaboration, Community, and Impact - Defining the Black population in Canadian health research: a scoping review (BMC Public Health, 2026)
Researchers presented findings from a national scoping review examining how Black populations are defined and represented in Canadian health research. The review identified significant inconsistencies in terminology and classification practices,… Read more: Defining the Black population in Canadian health research: a scoping review (BMC Public Health, 2026)