MBP Retreat

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Narrow gravel path with lampposts leads through a tranquil lake scene under a cloudy sky.

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The Department is hosting our next annual MBP Retreat in September 2027. MBP students and faculty are invited to attend.

Registration info will be sent to MBP students and faculty in early summer 2027.

More information is available below, please review this information carefully if you plan to attend. This page will be updated frequently as we approach the event, so once you have registered, please check back often.

About

The MBP Retreat has evolved into a great way for students and faculty in Medical Biophysics to meet and learn about their research programs in a relaxed and bucolic setting.

The retreat program features:

Keynote address from a prominent scientist in the field of Medical Biophysics
Scientific seminars presented by faculty and students
Research career panel discussion with faculty members
MBP award banquet
Mixer with drink tickets
Generous time to network, socialize and enjoy all the recreational activities Fern Resort has to offer

The cost of the retreat is fully covered by the Department. Please note that students who register are required to attend the entire program. Those who choose not to attend the entire program will be charged the full cost of their accommodation.

Event Schedule

Schedule for the 2027 MBP Retreat will be posted in summer 2027.

Location and Site Map

The event is hosted at Fern Resort, located on Lake Couchiching, about a 90 minute drive from Toronto.

Fern Resort
4432 Fern Resort Road
Ramara, ON L3V 0Z1

View a Site Map of Fern Resort.

Registration

A series of registration emails will be emailed to MBP students and faculty in early summer, 2027.

Transportation: Taking the Departmentally-organized bus

Travel information will be posted in late summer 2027.

Transportation: Driving to the venue