Antimicrobial Resistance: A One Health Approach Seminar Series 2026

About this training...

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of the most urgent health threats worldwide. The AMR: A One Health Approach Seminar Series hosted by CAN-AMR-Net brings together experts from diverse disciplines to explore issues pertaining to AMR, promote transdisciplinary training, and offer practical strategies to combat AMR on all fronts and a One Health perspective.

AMR is a truly global challenge, affecting all countries, regardless of income level or region, not only in human health, but also in animals and agriculture. While main drivers of AMR are the misuse and overuse of antimicrobials, other significant causes include poor infection prevention and control, environmental factors, limited investment in the research and development of new therapies, social and economic factors, and a lack of awareness and knowledge.

Within the field of AMR, historically, there has been limited communication and collaboration between experts in different areas of study. This is where a One Health approach becomes critical. By considering the interconnectedness of people, animals, and the environment, we can better understand the complex factors behind antimicrobial use and resistance, and develop smarter, holistic, and more sustainable solutions to tackle the wicked problem of AMR.

The AMR: A One Health Approach Seminar Series is an openly available virtual seminar series, consisted of 10, 1-hour interdisciplinary sessions, each featuring expert instructors in AMR and One Health. Through a combination of keynote presentations and panel discussions, the series creates a valuable platform for learning and dialogue, engaging trainees in critical conversations and emerging insights in the AMR and One Health fields.

Date & Time

Tuesdays, Sep 29–Dec 1, 2026
12:00 – 1:00 pm Eastern Time
10 live virtual sessions via Teams
Sessions will not be recorded
10 Non-credit hours in total

Cost

Registration is free, but donations are highly encouraged to support the continued offering of free educational opportunities
Donations are non-refundable, and not eligible for a tax receipt.

Eligibility

No prerequisites to participate
Having a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, relevant work experience, and an interest in learning about AMR and its implementation is recommended
This training is open to students, adult learners and professionals from all over the world (in Canada and internationally)
Sessions are offered only in English
Ability to communicate in English is required

Certificate

There is a CAD $50 administrative fee if you wish to receive an electronic certificate of participation
Certificates should be purchased upon registration, and will be given to you at the end of the program

Learning Objectives

Understand current issues regarding antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and antimicrobial use (AMU) from a One Health perspective.
Engage with subject matter experts across diverse disciplines in AMR and One Health research areas.
Develop strategies for increasing awareness of and combatting the complex issues surrounding AMR and AMU.

Session 1: Sep 29, 2026: AMR in Indigenous Communities

Dr. Miguel Uyaguari-Diaz: Associate Professor, Indigenous Scholar, University of Manitoba

Dr. Ranjan Datta:
Associate Professor, Canada Research Chair, Mount Royal University

Session 2: Oct 6, 2026: AMR in Agriculture

Dr. John Gilleard: Associate Dean (Research), Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Calgary

Dr. Daniel Amoako:
Post-Doctoral Fellow, University of Guelph

Session 3: Oct 13, 2026: Anthropological Perspectives on AMR

Dr. Jody Hodgins: Postdoctoral Fellow, AMS Healthcare

Dr. Antoine Garnier: Research Officer, Planning and Programming, CHU de Québec-Université Laval Research Center

Session 4: Oct 20, 2026: Use of AI in AMR

Dr. Jonathon Stokes: Assistant Professor, Biochemistry & Biomedical Sciences, McMaster University

Mateusz Wlodarski:
PhD Candidate, Biochemistry & Biomedical Sciences, McMaster University

Session 5: Oct 27, 2026: AMR in the Human Clinic

Dr. Dao Nguyen:
Professor, School of Biomedical Sciences, McGill University

Dr. Curtis Quan:
Infectious Disease Specialist, AHS/ University of Calgary

Session 6: NOV 3, 2026: AMR in Wildlife & the Environment

Dr. Eszter Farkas
PhD Graduate, McGill University Health Centre

Dr. Jordan Wight:
Research Scientist, Public Health Agency of Canada

Session 7: Nov 10, 2026: The State of Novel Drug Discovery

Dr. Gerry Wright:
professor,
McMaster University

Dr. Manpreet Kaur: Postdoctoral Fellow, McMaster University

Dr. Manoj Jangra: Postdoctoral Fellow, McMaster University

Session 8: Nov 17, 2026: Antimicrobial Stewardship in Canada

Dr. Miranda So:
Manager-AMS Program University Health Network, Assistant Professor, Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Toronto

Dr. Herman Barkema:
Professor, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine University of Calgary

Session 9: Nov 24, 2026: AMR and One Health Communication

Dr. Megan Meszaros:
Research Associate, AMR - One Health Consortium (University of Calgary)

Dr. Sarah Robinson:
Postdoctoral Fellow, Faculty of Health Sciences, simon Fraser University

Session 10: Dec 1, 2026: Socioeconomic & Global Factors of AMR

Dr. Tracey Wagner-Rizvi:
Research Associate, Global Strategy Lab, York University

Dr. Joshua Aquin:
Medical officer of health, Winnipeg region; Assistant Professor, University of Manitoba

Sessions leads & Facilitators:

Dr. Rebecca Flancman:
Postdoctoral Research Associate, Applied Research, Lakeland College; CAN-AMR-Net Think Tank Coordinator

Bradley Dubrule: Research Associate, AMR - One Health Consortium (University of Calgary)

If you have any questions regarding the Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR): A One Health Approach Seminar Series, please contact us at info@canamrnet.org