Dr. Thomas Tenkate

Associate Professor

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Biography

Thomas Tenkate was an Associate Professor at the School of Occupational and Public Health at Toronto Metropolitan University. With a background in environmental health, he dedicated his career to understanding and managing health risks associated with occupational exposures, particularly to ultraviolet radiation and chemicals. His research interests included risk assessment, professional ethics, and public health strategies for worker safety. Tenkate served as the director of the School of Occupational and Public Health from 2011 to 2020 and intermittently held leadership roles, including as interim director of the School of Early Childhood Studies. He contributed to various research projects on health risks and hazard assessments, collaborating with provincial government and health organizations. Tenkate was active in professional associations and held notable positions including national president of Environmental Health Australia from 2009 to 2011. His work and research significantly impacted the field of public health and occupational safety, earning him several awards for excellence and service in the community.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2011-01-01 — 2024-07-27

Toronto Metropolitan University • Toronto, ON

Taught and researched in the fields of occupational and public health, focusing on risk assessments and health exposures.

Awards

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Usha George Faculty Recognition Award

2020-01-01
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Dean’s Scholarly Research Creative Activity Award

2019-01-01
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Certificate of Appreciation

2019-01-01
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Special Project - National Winner

2018-01-01
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Public Education Award (Not-for-Profit)

2018-01-01
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Vice Chancellor’s Performance Award

2007-01-01
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Environmental Health Professional of the Year

2007-01-01

Requirements for Toronto Metropolitan University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.33
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in chemical engineering or related field
Application Checklist
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  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • Statement of Interest
Specialization Notes

Department of Chemical Engineering