The Bone and Joint Institute
#1
Leading Cause of Disability in Canada
and the highest contributor to Canada's total disease burden.
11M+
Canadian's Affected by MSK Disorders Annually
with a total economic burden of $22 B/year.
~2%
of National Research Funding
has been targeted to these costly conditions. You can be part of the change needed.
Our members
The BJI brings together over 300 faculty members and trainees from across Western to foster collaborative research and grow the MSK community.
Meet our membersResearch & innovation
The BJI catalyzes interdisciplinary collaboration and research excellence towards eliminating the tremendous personal and societal costs from musculoskeletal conditions.
Learn moreFunding opportunities
We offer funding opportunities to members, MSK experts and trainees, to support innovation and interdisciplinary research in MSK health.
Learn moreTraining
The BJI supports several training opportunities for undergrad and grad students, PhDs and clinicians in training.
Learn moreNews
BJI Hosts Inaugural Dr. Frank Beier Memorial Lecture
October 22, 2026BJI hosted the inaugural Dr. Frank Beier Memorial Lecture, bringing together the MSK research community to... (Read the full article)
BJI Researcher Dr. Lawendy to Lead Ontario Emergency Action Team
October 22, 2026Dr. Abdel-Rahman Lawendy was appointed as Chair of Ontario’s new Emergency Department Action Team... (Read the full article)
BJI Community Connections Event
September 17, 2026Join students and researchers to learn more about the work being done at Western's Bone and Joint... (Read the full article)
Fall
2026
BJI External Review Meetings
Nov
19 & 20
Bone Health Summit
Jan
12
CMHR Ivey Session 1:"Personal Finance"
Feb
03
CMHR Ivey Session 2:"Marketing and Selling Yourself and Your Ideas"
Mar
16
