The CCTG VISION - Investigator Leadership Training Program is a new education and mentorship course designed to enhance the leadership skills of the next generation of clinical trialists. The program aims to equip current and emerging cancer research leaders with the knowledge, expertise, and confidence to represent CCTG nationally and internationally. The program runs for eight months from April - November 2026 and participants will receive a CCTG Leadership Training Certificate following completion. The VISION Program:Personalized leadership coaching based on behavioral assessment tools. Two leadership coaching workshops, the first held in-person in Toronto (April 23) followed by a second virtual workshop (September 25). 6 monthly interactive virtual group discussions facilitated by invited subject-matter experts. Eligibility:Within 12 years of first full-time primary faculty appointment in an academic medical institution in the CCTG network. Individuals currently in training are not eligible.Have had exposure and experience in CCTG clinical trials and related activities.Have sufficient time available to complete the behavioural assessment and attend >90% of the entire course.Be willing to attend, as observer, CCTG Disease Site Committee executive committees during the 8-month course.Agree to respond to program evaluations.Application should include:Letter of intent containing the following:A brief biography including prior and current leadership experience/program attendance (max 500 words).A summary of past and current clinical trial experience with CCTG (max 500 words).An explanation of why you are interested in VISION and how you think it is going to help your career as a leader in your field (max 500 words). Applicant’s curriculum vitaeLetter of support from your Division Head. Additional letters of support are welcome but not required.Attestation form regarding your ability to attend planned VISION program sessions > VISION Attestation FormApplications must be submitted by January 30, 2026 to: education@ctg.queensu.caThe 2026 VISION ProgramWinning Together with Kolbe - Unlock The Secret to Team SuccessApril 23, 1 – 5 pm EST – Chelsea Hotel, Toronto Kolbe teaches you how to achieve more, build a collaborative team, understand your relationships better, and even have an improved family life—all based on doing what you do best! This program shows how to direct your natural instincts to achieve improved results.Facilitator: Wayne Smith, Reach Capabilities Inc.Enhancing Leadership Skills & Strategic VisionMay 15, 1:30 – 3 pm EST – VirtualFocus on defining leadership identity and strategic growth. Science of Leadership using emotional intelligence. Resilience and adaptability, navigating policies, funding volatility. Time and priority management, balancing clinical, research and mentorship commitments.Facilitator: Dr. Gail Eckhardt, Associate Dean for Experimental Therapeutics at Baylor College of MedicineFor more information >Advancing Scientific ExcellenceJune 12, 11:00 am -12:30pm EST – Virtual Focus on defining leadership identity and strategic growth. Science of Leadership using emotional intelligence. Resilience and Adaptability, navigating policies, funding volatility. Time and priority management, balancing clinical, research and mentorship commitments.Facilitator: Dr. Shaalan Beg, Senior Advisor to the Director for Clinical and Translational Trials at National Cancer Institute (NCI).Amplifying National and Global RecognitionJuly 10, 1:30 – 3 pm EST – VirtualDeveloping, leading and sustaining with CCTG initiatives including working with other cooperative groups and associations. Addressing strategic communication with hospital leadership and policymakers and considering equity and disparities research.Facilitator: Dr. Fei-Fei Liu, Scientific Director of Institute of Cancer Research at the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR).For more information >Strengthening Networking and Building Global LeadershipAugust 28, 11:00 – 12:30 pm EST – VirtualFocus on defining leadership identity and strategic growth. Science of Leadership using emotional intelligence. Resilience and Adaptability, navigating policies, funding volatility. Time and priority management, balancing clinical, research and mentorship commitments.Facilitator: Dr. Andre Veillette, Executive Director of Marathon of Hope Cancer Centres NetworkFor more information >Kolbe in Action - Expand and Deepen TeamworkSeptember 25, 10:30 – 12:30 pm EST – VirtualLeverage the value of Kolbe to continue the learning, reinforce engagement, increase one-on-one understanding, and convert potential conflict into collaboration. Personalized coaching reports, Kolbe A to A Comparison Reports, and exercises take Kolbe Wisdom to the next level.Facilitator: Wayne Smith, Reach Capabilities Inc. Public Relations, Advocacy and Global InfluenceOctober 16, 11:00 – 12:30 pm EST – VirtualA deep dive into media engagement skills, leveraging digital platforms and global advocacy campaigns with experts in the field from the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS).Facilitators: Helena Sonea, Director of Advocacy CCS; Stephen Piazza, Director of Advocacy CCS; Max Rosenberg, Director, Digital Engagement & Content Development CCS and Laurel McLean,Director, Strategic Communications CCSFor more information >Leadership at the Canadian Cancer Trials GroupNovember 6, 2:00 – 3:30 pm EST – VirtualAn introduction to CCTG structure and organization with an overview of the terms of reference for disease site and executive committees. Mentoring and capacity building for next generation of leaders and opportunities through CCTG.Facilitator: Dr. Janet Dancey, Chair of the Canadian Cancer Trials GroupFor more information >
