With Deepest Sympathy: In Memory of Jacob “Jack” Israel Raby, M.S.W.

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Jacob “Jack” Israel Raby, M.S.W., who died on Friday, September 19, 2025, at the age of 86, surrounded by his loving family. 

New Resource for Early Childhood Emotion Regulation and Anxiety Management

The Daniel and Monica Gold Centre for Early Childhood Development, in collaboration with McGill EMHR, is pleased to present a new resource, "Tantrums and more: Practical strategies for healthy emotion regulation development in early childhood”.  These resources are designed for professionals and caregivers working with young children, providing evidence-based strategies to aid children’s emot

Cindy Blackstock Awarded Royal Society of Canada Prize for Indigenous Engagement

Congratulations to Professor Cindy Blackstock from the School of Social Work on being awarded the 2025 Royal Society of Canada Prize for Indigenous Engagement. 

Cindy Blackstock, who is a member of the Gitxsan First Nation and Executive Director of the First Nations Child and Family Caring Society, is being recognized for her work and research in child welfare and advocacy for the rights of Indigenous children.

Healing Broken Bonds — A New Podcast for Couples Navigating Complex Trauma

Healing Broken Bonds — A New Podcast for Couples Navigating Complex Trauma

We're excited to launch Healing Broken Bonds, a powerful new podcast created for couples working through the deep challenges of complex trauma — and the journey to healing together.

$268,000 awarded to support outreach activities by McGill researchers

Seven McGill University researchers have been awarded more than $268,000 in Connection Grants by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC). 

In Memoriam: Professor Sydney Mary Duder

It is with profound sadness that the School of Social Work announces the passing of our beloved colleague, Professor Sydney Duder.

The Passing of Jenny Jeanes, BSW (’04) and MSW (’06)

It is with great sadness that the School of Social announces the passing of Jenny Jeanes. Jenny had devoted her life to serving refugee claimants and was a leading expert on immigration detention.

Congratulations to Myriam Denov, Professor in McGill’s School of Social Work who won the Prix du Québec’s Marie-Andrée-Bertrand Prize for social innovation.

"A leading advocate for children’s rights, Myriam Denov won the Prix du Québec’s Marie-Andrée-Bertrand Prize for social innovation.

Congratulations to Dr. Alicia Boatswain-Kyte on receiving a Special Recognition Award at the 39th World Cultural Council (WCC) Awards Ceremony

Congratulations to Dr. Alicia Boatswain-Kyte on receiving a Special Recognition Award at the 39th World Cultural Council (WCC) Awards Ceremony, which took place at the Faculty Club, McGill University on October 23, 2024.

Congratulations to Dr. Nicole Ives, Recipient of the Meritorious Service Decoration (Civil Division)

Dr. Nicole Ives has been awarded the Meritorious Service Decoration – Civil Division in recognition for her leadership in developing Indigenous Access McGill. 

Congratulations to Delphine Collin-Vézina for being elected as a Fellow to the Royal Society of Canada - Academy of Social Sciences

You can read more about this incredible recognition in the McGill Reporter article Twelve McGill professors honoured by the Royal Society of Canada - McGill Reporter

 

Alicia Boatswain-Kyte receives the 2024 World Cultural Council Special Recognition Award!

Congratulations, Alicia Boatswain-Kyte, for receiving the 2024 World Cultural Council Special Recognition Award!

Each year, the World Cultural Council recognizes outstanding early career research leaders.

Congratulations to Cindy Blackstock

We are happy to share the wonderful news that Cindy Blackstock has been appointed a Canada Research Chair in First Nations Child and Family Services Implementation, SSHRC, Tier 1!

Viol et génocide, une arme qui transcende les générations

Dr. Denov and Stéphanie Richard, PhD Student published an article in Le Devoir for the 30th anniversary of the Rwanda Genocide against the Tutsi.

Here is the link to the article:

Cindy Blackstock honoured with World’s Children’s Prize

Congratulations, Cindy Blackstock, for being awarded the World's Children Prize presented by Her Majesty Queen Silvia of Sweden in a ceremony at Gripsholm Castle in Mariefred, Sweden. 

Cincy Blackstock was honoured for her decades-long work advocating for the rights and welfare of Indigenous children.

For the full story, see  McGill Reporter.