Women and Children's Health Research Institute

Women and Children's Health Research Institute The Women and Children’s Health Research Institute (WCHRI) supports research excellence dedicated to improving the health and lives of women and children.

The Women and Children's Health Research Institute (WCHRI) was founded in 2006 as a partnership between the University of Alberta and Alberta Health Services, with core funding from the Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation and supporters of the Lois Hole Hospital for Women. With the support of our partners, WCHRI will foster the brightest minds to discover, innovate and ultimately transform the health of children and women through supporting research excellence.

06/02/2026

Before refugee children can thrive in a new home, they must navigate the lasting impacts of displacement, loss and trauma. Yet their mental health needs are often overlooked. For WCHRI postdoctoral fellow Sophie Wood, addressing this gap means helping ensure newcomer children receive the culturally responsive support they need to heal and flourish.

Learn more about her research, supported by , at the link in our bio.

05/15/2026

A research hub being established at the University of Alberta will help conserve Canada’s grasslands, which are vital to the environment.

05/15/2026

Healthier communities start with the health of women and children. Today’s announcement of a $93.5-million gift to the Women and Children’s Health Research Institute is a monumental step toward closing critical gaps in care.

This historic investment supports a unique partnership that allows us to address complex health challenges through a public health lens. By focusing on the intersection of women’s and children’s health, we are building a more resilient and equitable future for our entire community.

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04/23/2026

provost Verna Yiu chats with WCHRI executive director Sandra Davidge and member Meghan Riddell about the 20th anniversary of the Women and Children’s Health Research Institute .

Thank you to our partners , , and for all your support!

Watch the full video and read more at the link in our bio

04/08/2026

: Our 2nd annual Luminaries Luncheon, proudly presented by The Scotiabank Women Initiative, raised over $250,000 for women’s health research! ✨

Leaders from healthcare, business, philanthropy, and research came together to explore this year’s theme, The Health–Wealth Connection, and heard keynote speaker Rachel Mielke, founder and CEO of Hillberg & Berk, share how personal health formed the foundation for lasting impact 🤍

Thank you to our sponsors, guests, volunteers, and donors for helping light the way from lab to life 🤍

🔗 Read more here: https://www.albertawomenshealthfoundation.org/research/post/luminaries-raises-over-250k-for-women-s-health-research

Women and Children's Health Research Institute

Valerie Carson says PLAYshop is a physical literacy program to give parents the knowledge and support they need to play ...
03/24/2026

Valerie Carson says PLAYshop is a physical literacy program to give parents the knowledge and support they need to play actively with their children.

Watch on CTV:

University of Alberta professor Valerie Carson joins Corey to talk about how children and their parents can play more together.

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