Daffydil is the annual charity performance presented by the U of T Faculty of Medicine students. The event showcases the acting, dancing, and musical talents of students in medicine, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology and radiation sciences. Daffydil has been a tradition since 1912 and serves as a fundraiser with all proceeds going to the Canadian Cancer Society. The event takes place at the University of Toronto’s own Hart House Theatre and always presents to a full house. You don’t want to miss this one!
 

Earth Tones is a benefit musical variety concert put on by the Faculty of Medicine for which proceeds go to various developing countries. Earth Tones showcases the incredible talents of students, residents, professors and alumni of the facultySome of the musical talents include world-class violinists and pianists, established jazz players and vocalists, amazing folk singers, and bands from Daffydil, the ever-popular annual Faculty of Medicine variety show. This is a truly amazing event and brings in crowds from all across the city... don’t miss it!
 

The U of T Medical Student Fashion Show is an annual event for which all proceeds go to a different charity each year. Students strut their stuff down the run way sporting fashions in scenes of evening wear to hip hop to sports. The show has raised funds for foundations such as Sheena’s Place and War Child in the past.
 

Rhythms and Dance Annual Cultural Benefit Performance is a new initiative being founded by Faculty of Medicine students and staff in an effort to further the mandate of the University of Toronto International Health Program (UTIHP) to help support global health programs for destitute peoples. The Rhythms and Dance coalition will strive to fund actions that foster hope and betterment, as well as help supply much-needed medical and/or other provisions to struggling communities, especially in the face of natural and/or any other unforeseen disaster(s).
 

Synesthesia is the annual art exposition showcasing art by students and healthcare providers alike. All medical faculty, healthcare students, and healthcare professionals submit pieces of art for display including paintings, sculptures, sketches, and jewelry. This event allows people in the field of medicine to explore and display their artistic talents for all to see. You’ll be amazed at all the talent!