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Together we will re-imagine how Ontario’s health care system can be more accessible, equitable, and responsive for immigrants and refugees. We will explore how to ensure these communities are not only included in system improvements, but also meaningfully connected to primary care and vital social supports. What to expect Learn about new research findings on the compounded effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on immigrants and refugees in Ontario - especially those living with cancer, mental health, and addiction disorders. Learn about the experiences of people at the intersection of social and clinical disadvantage during the pandemic. Identify gaps and opportunities for advocacy. Share your ideas and lived experiences. Explore how we can best co-create relevant health promotion materials for immigrant and refugee communities. We will broaden the conversation to address key health equity challenges and opportunities for action. We will ask: What can we do differently? What steps do we need to take to ensure Ontario’s health care system better meets the needs of immigrants and refugees today? We will connect these insights to other research, lived experiences, and current policy initiatives, with a focus on building a health system that truly supports every community. Beyond long-term policy change, we will discuss how to create practical, culturally relevant health resources based on community recommendations and identified needs.