Research
This study will examine how policy, governance, and lived experience shape healthcare access for immigrants, refugees, and refugee claimants in Ottawa. Explore the problem statement and an overview of the approach
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Roundtable and Workshop
April 2026
Beyond Access Roundtable: Reframing Healthcare Equity in Ottawa
April 27, 2026 · 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
From Research to Action Workshop
April 30, 2026 · 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
The Roundtable is the first step in a two-part process. It generates shared insight into how healthcare access is structured and experienced. These insights are documented and carried forward into the Workshop, where they are translated into more concrete analysis and practical strategies.
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About the Researcher
Ephrem Nisrane
PhD candidate studying healthcare access for asylum seekers in Ottawa. Focus on policy gaps, IFHP, and system design.
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Ephrem Nisrane is dedicated to uncovering and addressing healthcare inequities shaped by migration and health policy in Canada. His research focuses on the Interim Federal Health Program and the barriers that prevent newcomers from accessing essential care. Positioned at the intersection of natural and human sciences, he uses mixed methods to turn research into actionable policy insight.
Before moving into health equity research, Ephrem built experience in medical device manufacturing, biotechnology, quality systems, and chemical technology. His background includes work in operational, research, and quality functions, with strengths in systems improvement, interdisciplinary problem-solving, and applied innovation.
