October 2025 - Med-class2029-all - University of Manitoba Mailing Lists

Student disability insurance
by Wendy Schultz 21 Oct '25

21 Oct '25

Please consider purchasing disability insurance. A student who suffers a disability may continue to incur living expenses. It is better to pay those expenses by collecting insurance rather than borrowing more on your Line of Credit (LOC). LOC Insurance, often called Loan Protector Insurance, is not guaranteed coverage and has limitations. Doctors Manitoba provides an exclusive disability insurance plan that is discounted and offered without a medical exam or other detailed health information. They offer this open enrollment between September 1 and October 31 each year. Please follow the link below to obtain more information and the link to the Application for Student Disability Income Insurance. If you have questions, or need assistance completing your application, please contact Mark Venton at mventon(a)doctorsmanitoba.ca<mailto:mventon@doctorsmanitoba.ca>. https://doctorsmanitoba.ca/benefits-insurance/insurance/student-insurance Disability insurance is also available from insurance companies and banks. These products have significant differences when compared to the Doctors Manitoba Student Disability Insurance, and I do NOT recommend that they be purchased. I would be pleased to talk to you about disability insurance or any other financial topic, one-on-one. Please contact me via email to schedule a Zoom meeting at a time that is convenient for you. Kind regards, Wendy Wendy L. Schultz, PhD, CPA, CA Financial Counsellor Max Rady College of Medicine | University of Manitoba Financial literacy blog: wendyschultzlifelessons.ca

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Reminder re: scents - Rady FHS Attire and Dress Code
by Pre-Clerkship UGME 17 Oct '25

17 Oct '25

Hi Med 1s and 2s, You may or may not be aware that the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences has an Attire and Dress Code Guideline, which can be accessed below. This is a simple, short guideline providing reasonable direction. Part of this guideline relates to scents: 2.4 Scented products should be avoided, recognizing that some individuals have allergies and/or are sensitive to certain chemicals in scented products. Fragrances and other scented hygiene products shall not be used/worn in designated scent free zones. In areas that are not designated scent free zones, fragrances and scented hygiene products shall be used/worn in moderation and shall abide by any directions received in regard to the limitation or use of products with scents and/or fragrances to accommodate those with scent and/or fragrance allergies. In UofM classrooms and shared spaces on campus, please be mindful of those with allergies or sensitivities and try to avoid using scented products. In clinical settings, students should consider their learning environment to be a scent-free zone. https://umanitoba.ca/health-sciences/rady-faculty-health-sciences-policies#… Thank you! Maggie Eade, Pre-Clerkship Program Lead, UGME Max Rady College of Medicine | Rady Faculty of Health Sciences | University of Manitoba 260 Brodie Centre - 727 McDermot Avenue, Winnipeg MB, R3E 3P5 p: 204.272.3132 e: preclerkship(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:preclerkship@umanitoba.ca>

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Take the 2025 Canadian Medical Student Digital Health Survey
by Anna Urbanik 17 Oct '25

17 Oct '25

The following email is being sent to you on behalf of the 2025 Canadian Medical Student Digital Health Survey Team: 2025 Canadian Medical Student Digital Health Survey Survey open until October 17, 2025 About the survey The 2025 Canadian Medical Student Digital Health Survey is a national initiative led by the Canadian Medical Association and Canada Health Infoway, with support from the CFMS and FMEQ. This short survey will help us understand how medical students across Canada are learning about digital health and how education can be improved. What you need to know about the survey · Open to all Canadian medical students (Years 1-4) · Takes ~5 minutes to complete · Runs from October 1 - October 17, 2025 · Chance to win 1 of 10 × $100 Amazon gift cards · Survey available in English and French Your feedback matters Your input will guide future planning for digital health education in Canadian medical schools. By sharing your perspective, you'll help shape the skills and training needed for the next generation of physicians. Access the survey here<https://nam.dcv.ms/cB9yJa206x> [Image] Supported by the Canadian Medical Association, Canada Health Infoway, Canadian Federation of Medical Students (CFMS), and Fédération médicale étudiante du Québec (FMEQ) If the above does not work, please copy and paste this link into your browser: https://nam.dcv.ms/cB9yJa206x Questions? Contact us at ccao(a)infoway-inforoute.ca<mailto:ccao@infoway-inforoute.ca>

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ECN Decolonial Evaluation Emerging Scholars Fellowship
by Heriberto Estrella Pelayo 17 Oct '25

17 Oct '25

This message is sent on behalf of Dean Dr. Josée G. Lavoie. Dear all, I am sharing the following information which may be of interest to members of our College. The Evaluation Capacity Network’s Decolonial Evaluation Learning team is excited to invite up to 10 emerging student evaluators to apply for the Decolonial Evaluation Emerging Scholars Fellowship! This award is an opportunity to encourage and focus on ways evaluators can support addressing systemic barriers in the field of evaluation, and bring forward diverse perspectives that broaden our understanding of decolonial practices. Successful applicants will receive a stipend of $500! Learn more about the award : https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TTHwHVka9pJcSoLgZ73ZqpBJF9D7o_Al/view?usp=… Apply here: https://queensu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_exMIPZdNWOr5qjY If you have any questions or comments, feel free to reach out to our facilitators, Abigail Gallimore (agallimo(a)ualberta.ca<mailto:agallimo@ualberta.ca>) or Cheryl Lee-Yow (cheryl.leeyow(a)queensu.ca<mailto:cheryl.leeyow@queensu.ca>). Best regards, Heriberto Estrella<https://ca.linkedin.com/in/heriberto-estrella?trk=people-guest_people_searc…> Program Assistant, Undergraduate Program College of Community and Global Health University of Manitoba 317 Human Ecology, 35 Chancellor’s Circle Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 204-474-8284 Heriberto.EstrellaPelayo(a)umanitoba.ca [cid:4794736d-b84f-48d6-b46a-adef5ec5c3d8] In office: Wednesday–Friday | 8:30 am–4:30 pm Remotely: Monday-Tuesday Traditional Territories Acknowledgement The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Ojibwe-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. We respect the Treaties that were made on these territories, we acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past, and we dedicate ourselves to move forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in a spirit of reconciliation and collaboration.

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Monday October 20, 2025 Lectures
by UGME Year 1 Course Administrator 17 Oct '25

17 Oct '25

Good morning Med 1's, Your lectures Monday (Oct 20th) morning have been adjusted slightly due to instructor availability. These changes are listed below. * RS1 Histology: Respiratory System/ENT II session has been shortened from 2hrs to 1hr. * CV1 Cardiac Physiology - The Cardiac Cycle session will start at 10:30am instead of 11:00am. Entrada has been updated. Have a great weekend! Thank you, Nadine Allain Year 1 Course Administrator, UGME Max Rady College of Medicine Rady Faculty of Health Sciences [cid:image001.jpg@01DC3F52.77890990] Email: Year1UGME(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Year1UGME@umanitoba.ca> Phone: 204-789-3864 Fax: 204-789-3929 260 Brodie Centre I 727 McDermot Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3E 3P5

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FW: Introducing Shared Health SAFE
by Pre-Clerkship UGME 16 Oct '25

16 Oct '25

Hello Pre-Clerkship students, Please see below announcement from Health Sciences Centre regarding a new SAFE mobile app. ________________________________ From: HSC/Shared Health Security & Safety Notifications <securityHSC(a)hsc.mb.ca<mailto:securityHSC@hsc.mb.ca>> Sent: Thursday, October 16, 2025 10:33:53 AM Subject: Introducing Shared Health SAFE Introducing Shared Health SAFE As we continue our work on initiatives to improve the security and safety of all staff, patients and visitors to Health Sciences Centre, we are pleased to share details about the launch of our new app, Shared Health Safe<https://sharedhealthmb.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=76176e8d6fa5d842d3…>. This free mobile app, which is available for both iOS and Android phones, is available to all Shared Health staff effective immediately. Users of the app will receive all HSC Hold and Secure notifications directly to their phone. The app includes a direct contact to HSC Security which allows the ability to request a HSC Safe Walk/Ride, and a personal alarm, among other features. It also offers users the ability to send their location to a friend or family member who can then watch the user’s movements and ensure they reach their destination. [https://mcusercontent.com/76176e8d6fa5d842d391923bf/images/08d10685-d285-0e…] To download the app, please click here<https://sharedhealthmb.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=76176e8d6fa5d842d3…> or go to the app store on your phone and search Shared Health Safe (icon for the app at right). If you’d like help to download the app, please visit the support table at HSC: Date: Friday, Oct. 17 Where: GH404 When: 1300 – 1530hrs (1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.) [https://mcusercontent.com/76176e8d6fa5d842d391923bf/images/206853a3-4ea3-c5…] A Quick Reference Guide for the app has also been developed and can be accessed here.<https://sharedhealthmb.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=76176e8d6fa5d842d3…> The Shared Health Safe app is built on AppArmor, a customizable personal safety app from Motorola Solutions that is used by healthcare facilities and educational institutions across North America, including by our partners at the University of Manitoba and University of Winnipeg. We are tremendously excited to make this app available and are confident it will be an enhancement and support to our existing electronic and on-site overhead paging notification systems. Thank you to our Emergency and Continuity Management and Communications teams for their work behind the scenes to get the app ready for your use. Work on Additional Security and Safety Improvements Continue Along with the launch of the Shared Health Safe app we continue to work to make additional improvements to enhance safety and security on the HSC campus. As was shared earlier, two Winnipeg Police Service officers will be stationed at HSC to provide a visible presence 24-7 in the emergency department. More details to follow. Staff have shared positive comments about this announcement and we look forward to the WPS officers working with our HSC security officers to provided a tiered response to security concerns. Efforts have also been made to improve signage throughout the campus, including recently added Respectful Workplace signs that make clear the expectations of the public when they enter our facility and interact with staff. Work also continues to address concerns raised by staff regarding transit stops around the HSC campus. William Avenue Parkade Effective Wednesday, Oct. 15, the William Ave. parkade began using rapid roll up doors to help close down entry points into William Parkade. In addition to that step, HSC Parking Services also recently added: * Staff card access and visitor scan access to the southwest corner of William Ave. parkade. * Staff card access only at the northeast William Ave. parkade door across from the backdoor of the Ambulatory Care Clinic at 700 Elgin Ave. Additional improvements to the safety and security of our parking lots, including the addition of roll up doors in our other parkades will also take place in the coming weeks. Additional highlights of note * Improved communication of all security contact numbers including signage across the campus and improved visibility of the security portal on the HSC intranet. * Enhanced screening at all access points including soon to be added additional weapons scanners. * Revised hold and secure policy and procedures including employee communication and education initiatives. * Increased security patrols in the tunnels/campus. * Improved panic alarm signage in the tunnels (see photo at right) including a map of where panic alarms are located in the tunnel system<https://sharedhealthmb.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=76176e8d6fa5d842d3…>. [https://mcusercontent.com/76176e8d6fa5d842d391923bf/images/ea5f59d1-2466-c5…] More information about HSC safety and security efforts can be found at this link. <https://sharedhealthmb.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=76176e8d6fa5d842d3…> Although we have more to do, these incremental steps are making a difference as we strive towards our end goal of a safe and secure environment for all who enter HSC. Thank you to all staff for their support and patience while this work takes place. We appreciate the thoughtful messages you have sent and helpful suggestions. If you have any questions or suggestions, we encourage you to email cchristodoulou(a)sharedhealthmb.ca<mailto:cchristodoulou@sharedhealthmb.ca> or securityHSC(a)hsc.mb.ca<mailto:securityHSC@hsc.mb.ca?subject=&body=>. Thank you, Dr. Chris Christodoulou, Interim President and CEO, Shared Health Monika Warren, Vice-President, Provincial Clinical Services and Chief Nursing Officer, Shared Health HSC Executive Dr. Shawn Young, Chief Operating Officer, Health Sciences Centre Jennifer Cumpsty, Chief Nursing Officer Monika Gawthrop, Executive Director, Health Services Andrea Meakin, Executive Director, Health Services Amanda Pineda, Executive Director, Health Services Jennifer Luong, Executive Director, Finance & Support Services Andrea Beaudin, Business and Finance Lead Cathy Johnston, Interim Executive Director, Human Resources [Logo] Copyright (C) 2025 Shared Health. All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Our mailing address is: Shared Health 155 Carlton St Winnipeg, MB R3C 3H8 Canada Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences<https://sharedhealthmb.us1.list-manage.com/profile?u=76176e8d6fa5d842d39192…> or unsubscribe<https://sharedhealthmb.us1.list-manage.com/unsubscribe?u=76176e8d6fa5d842d3…> Disclaimer : This email (including any attachments or enclosed documents) is intended for the addressee(s) only and may contain privileged, proprietary or confidential information. Any unauthorized use, disclosure, distribution, copying or dissemination is strictly prohibited. If you receive this email in error, please notify the sender immediately, return the original (if applicable) and delete the email. Avis : Le présent courriel (y compris toute pièce jointe) est destiné à la personne ou aux personnes à qui il est adressé, et peut contenir des renseignements confidentiels, privés ou protégés par un privilège juridique. Toute utilisation, divulgation, distribution, copie ou diffusion non autorisée est strictement défendue. Si vous avez reçu le présent courriel par erreur, veuillez en informer immédiatement l’expéditeur, retourner l’original (le cas échéant) et supprimer ce courriel.

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Dr. Kerry Galenzoski Scholarship - Deadline Oct. 27 annually
by Awards UGME 15 Oct '25

15 Oct '25

Dr. Kerry Galenzoski Scholarship In 2024, Dr. Kerry Galenzoski established an endowment fund at the University of Manitoba. The purpose of the fund is to recognize and reward students for their work within the queer community in Community Psychiatry or outreach. Each year, beginning in 2025-2026, the available annual income will be used to offer one scholarship to an undergraduate student who: 1. is enrolled full-time in any year of study in the Undergraduate Medical Program in the Max Rady College of Medicine. 1. is in good standing. 1. has demonstrated their work within the queer community in Community Psychiatry or outreach. Candidates must submit a statement (maximum 500 words) describing their demonstrated work in community Psychiatry or outreach within the queer community to UGME awards, awardsUGME(a)myumanitoba.ca<mailto:awardsUGME@myumanitoba.ca> Deadline date: October 27, annually. If the deadline falls on a weekend, you have until 12:00 pm Monday to submit your application.

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🧵 Join Bannatyne Stitches – A Crafting Community for Everyone!
by Carol Cooke 15 Oct '25

15 Oct '25

Students welcome! Are you a fan of knitting, crocheting, beading, embroidery, quilting, or cross-stitch? Whether you're a seasoned crafter or just starting out, we’d love to welcome you to Bannatyne Stitches, a vibrant and inclusive crafting community right here on Bannatyne Campus! We meet on the last Wednesday of each month, from 12:00–1:00 PM in the Neil John Maclean Health Sciences Library, Kerr Boardroom (Room 225). Upcoming dates include: * October 29, 2025 * November 26, 2025 * December 17, 2025 * …and continuing through June 24, 2026! Each session is a relaxed hour, so bring your current project, share your skills, and connect with fellow crafters. While we don’t offer formal instruction, our group thrives on mutual support, creativity, and the joy of making things together. Can’t make it in person (on rotation)? No problem! Join our Microsoft Teams group<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/team/19%3AIGV98eUpHFj3MttekGdYC9B9deDqHTmwXHB…> to stay connected, share progress, and chat with other members from wherever you are. Whether you're looking to unwind, or simply enjoy the company of fellow enthusiasts, Bannatyne Stitches is your space to stitch, spark creativity, and build community. To join or learn more, feel free to reply to this email. We can’t wait to craft with you! Warmly, The Bannatyne Stitches Team

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Register for 🍕 Free Pizza + Chat with Jackie Gruber from the Office of Professionalism - December 3rd
by Office of Professionalism 14 Oct '25

14 Oct '25

The Office of Professionalism is hosting a pizza lunch for Pre Clerkship and Clerkship Learners with Jackie Gruber (Director of Professionalism) and you’re invited! 📅 When: December 3rd 12:00-1:00 📍 Where: Frederic Gaspard Theatre (Theatre A) What’s it about? Free pizza 🍕 A chance to hear what the Office of Professionalism does. Give your input on the updated Prevention of Learner Mistreatment Guideline. Share your thoughts on a new Professional Unsuitability By-law being developed for College of Medicine. It’s super informal, we just want to hear what you think and make sure learner voices are part of the conversation. Come grab some pizza, hang out, and help shape the future of your programs. Registration deadline is December 2nd at noon. If you’re unable to access via the QR Code, follow the link: https://forms.office.com/r/KCgtMJsprE If you are having difficulty connecting to the QR code and the link please send your RSVP to professionalism(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:professionalism@umanitoba.ca> indicating if you have any food allergies.[cid:image001.png@01DC3D16.883FCE10] [cid:image004.png@01DC3D16.38384960] Office of Professionalism Rady Faculty of Health Sciences S212 Medical Services Building – 750 Bannatyne Avenue Winnipeg, MB R3E 3P5 E-mail: professionalism(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:professionalism@umanitoba.ca> Office: 204-789-3207 The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation.

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Register for: 🍕 Free Pizza + Chat with Jackie Gruber from the Office of Professionalism - October 29th
by Office of Professionalism 14 Oct '25

14 Oct '25

The Office of Professionalism is hosting a pizza lunch for Pre-Clerkship Learners with Jackie Gruber (Director of Professionalism) and you’re invited! 📅 When: October 29th 12:00 -1:00 📍 Where: Frederic Gaspard Theatre (Theatre A) What’s it about? Free pizza 🍕 A chance to hear what the Office of Professionalism does. Give your input on the updated Prevention of Learner Mistreatment Guideline. Share your thoughts on a new Professional Unsuitability By-law being developed for College of Medicine. It’s super informal, we just want to hear what you think and make sure learner voices are part of the conversation. Come grab some pizza, hang out, and help shape the future of your programs. Registration Deadline is October 28th at noon. If you’re unable to access via the QR code, follow the link: https://forms.office.com/r/LiYDEwKEJV If you are having difficulty connecting to the QR code and the link please send your RSVP to professionalism(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:professionalism@umanitoba.ca> indicating if you have any food allergies. [cid:image001.png@01DC39F5.F8B0CF60] [cid:image002.png@01DC3D16.38423470] Office of Professionalism Rady Faculty of Health Sciences S212 Medical Services Building – 750 Bannatyne Avenue Winnipeg, MB R3E 3P5 E-mail: professionalism(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:professionalism@umanitoba.ca> Office: 204-789-3207 The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation.

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