January 2026 - Med-class2029-all - University of Manitoba Mailing Lists

Rusty Ames Therapy Dog Award - Deadline Feb. 8, annually
by Awards UGME 06 Feb '26

06 Feb '26

Attention Med 1 & 2 Students! The deadline to submit applications is 4:00 pm, February 8, annually. If the deadline falls on a weekend, you will have until 12:00 pm, Monday to submit your application. Please submit all applications electronically to AwardsUGME(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:AwardsUGME@umanitoba.ca> The 'Rusty Ames' Therapy Dog Award George and Linda (BSc (Pharm)/1969) Ames have established the Rusty Ames Therapy Dog Award to honour the life and legacy of Rusty (2003 - 2020), the much-loved and respected therapy dog who brought joy to students, faculty members, staff, and visitors to the Brodie Centre for many years. Rusty left behind a legacy of hard work, positivity, and giving back. Each year, beginning in 2020-2021, one award of $500 will be offered to an undergraduate student who: (1) Is enrolled full-time in the first or second year of study in the Undergraduate Medical Education Program at the University of Manitoba (2) Is in good standing (3) Has shown qualities that "Rusty," was well known and respected for: compassion and friendliness to others; volunteerism; and dedication to others Candidates will be required to submit an application package to the awards committee: i. Personal letter describing how they meet the qualities of Rusty. ii. Letter of support from a faculty member, staff, or fellow student (letters can be sent directly to AwardsUGME(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:AwardsUGME@umanitoba.ca> with the award name and nominee name in the subject line). iii. Current curriculum vitae. A commemorative certificate will accompany the award. Please note applications received after 4:00 pm on Feb. 8 will not be eligible. Jen Mair

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Office of Professionalism Newsletter
by Office of Professionalism 29 Jan '26

29 Jan '26

[Text reads "Office of Professionalism Newsletter."] Max Rady College of Medicine | Rady Faculty of Health Sciences Supporting professional, accountable and respectful learning environments Message from the Office of Professionalism Welcome to our first quarterly update from the Office of Professionalism (OP) for the Max Rady College of Medicine. Our goal is to foster learning and working environments rooted in respect, accountability and compassion. In this issue, we highlight key activities, upcoming opportunities and resources available to support you as learners and emerging professionals. We are here to help navigate concerns that may arise in your learning environment. [Illustration of a stack of papers.] What we've been working on Policy and guideline updates Consultations on the revised Prevention of Learner Mistreatment Guideline and the new Professional Unsuitability By-Law with student groups are complete. We hosted two lunch sessions with UGME, MPAS and Genetic Counselors. For residents, we hosted four sessions over Teams. Thank you to those who participated. Your feedback was immensely helpful in shaping the revisions. Learning environment assessments The Office of Professionalism collaborates with PGME, PGME Student Affairs, Office of Human Rights and Conflict Resolution, and the Office of Equity, Access, and Participation to complete assessments of the learning environments in all post graduate medical education programs in the Max Rady College of Medicine. The purpose of these assessments is: * To identify programs where additional intervention, assistance or feedback is needed to improve the learning environment for PGME residents. * To connect directly with residents for education about the processes for reporting learner mistreatment. * To inform accreditation preparation. In the last quarter (October-December 2025), our office conducted Learning Environment Assessments for seven programs. [The letter "i".] Trends and insights from the past quarter Total reports October 2025 to December 2025 52 incident reports Category of reports* * Discrimination - 2 * Disrespectful behaviour - 27 * General concern/feedback - 20 * Not enough information - 1 * Personal harassment - 1 * Racism - 6 * Sexual violence - 1 * Unprofessional behaviour - 2 * Violence - 2 * There may be multiple categories for one incident Outcomes* * No resolution - 1 * Documented, not pursued - 16 * Office of Professionalism to have expectation setting conversation - 3 * Referral to Person of Meaningful Authority for feedback conversation - 19 * Referral to other UM office - 6 * Reports may be open and ongoing Reporting pathways - It's up to you There are multiple ways learners can report mistreatment to the Office of Professionalism. Speak Up - "Speak Up Button" An immediate, accessible way to report concerns related to professionalism and mistreatment. Submissions can be made confidentially or anonymously and are routed to the staff within the Office of Professionalism. Mistreatment - End-of-rotation evaluation in Entrada A reporting option embedded within the routine evaluation process. Learners can document experiences of mistreatment, discrimination, harassment or unprofessional behavior when submitting their end-of-rotation evaluations in Entrada. Ad hoc - Direct contact with the Office of Professionalism Learners, staff, or faculty may reach out directly to any member of the Office of Professionalism to discuss concerns, seek advice or initiate a report. This is suitable for both informal consultation and formal reporting. Referral - Third-party referral to the Office of Professionalism A colleague, supervisor, faculty member or other individual may refer a concern to the Office of Professionalism on someone else's behalf. This pathway is often used when the reporter prefers not to engage directly or when a bystander observes an issue. Case file examples Preamble The following case file examples are drawn from real reports received by the Office of Professionalism. All information has been fully de-identified to protect the privacy of learners, faculty and staff. Details have been summarized and anonymized, and examples are shared solely for educational and illustrative purposes, to demonstrate the range of concerns received and the types of responses undertaken by the Office of Professionalism. Mistreatment report Following an end-of-rotation evaluation in which a learner disclosed an experience of sexual violence, the office contacted the reporter to ask whether they would be willing to meet to discuss the situation further. During this meeting, details were clarified and the reporter's goals were identified. The reporter was also offered support and information about additional resources. Based on the information shared, the office collaborated with the Sexual Violence Resource Centre and the Office of Human Rights and Conflict Management to develop and deliver a sexual violence education session for Program Administrators. The session aimed to increase awareness of available supports and reporting pathways related to sexual violence and learner mistreatment. Ad hoc report A program leader sought guidance from the office on addressing a longstanding conflict between two sections. Community-building circles were organized to foster shared understanding and support collaborative problem-solving among all members. Anonymous Speak Up report The Office of Professionalism received a Speak Up report detailing an incident in which, during a clinical case, an attending physician repeatedly raised their voice at a resident and pressured the trainee to complete a procedure quickly to move cases off the schedule. Because the report was submitted anonymously, no additional details were available. However, the information provided was sufficient to prepare a summarized, de-identified account that was shared with the section head. The section head was asked to report back to the Office of Professionalism within 30 working days to confirm that a feedback conversation with the faculty member had occurred. The Office of Professionalism followed up with the section head to confirm the feedback was shared with the faculty member. [Illustration of three people who are connected.] Reporting pathways and support options If you experience or witness mistreatment, there are multiple avenues for support: Confidential consultation You can reach out to the Office of Professionalism for a confidential conversation to explore your options, ask questions or debrief an experience. Speak Up reporting Anonymous or confidential reporting options are all available for concerns involving learners, faculty, staff or the learning environment. Emergency or safety concerns For issues involving discrimination, racism, harassment or sexual violence, we will guide you to immediate supports. Our approach is trauma-informed, multipartisan and focused on supporting both safety and learning. [Illustration of a shining lightbulb.] Spotlight: Professionalism in practice Each quarter we highlight practical tools to support everyday professionalism. This quarter's theme: navigating difficult conversations * Prepare with curiosity, not certainty. * Use "I" statements to express impact without assigning blame. * Ask clarifying questions to reduce assumptions. * If emotions are high, pause and return when ready. * Seek support early. Small moments can become larger conflicts if left unaddressed. * If you'd like a workshop or coaching for your cohort or team, contact our office. [Illustration of an ellipsis in a speech bubble.] How to connect with us The Office of Professionalism is here to support learners at every stage. Email: professionalism(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:professionalism@umanitoba.ca> Office hours available upon request * Confidential consultations * Restorative conversations * Navigation of mistreatment, boundary concerns, conflict and team dynamics * Education sessions tailored to your cohort Watch your inbox for an invitation to our upcoming Office of Professionalism Open Forum (lunch will be served). 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Student Affairs Annual Survey
by Student Affairs Medicine 28 Jan '26

28 Jan '26

Good afternoon Med students, Student Affairs is conducting an annual survey to better understand students' experiences with Student Affairs, how you would like to engage with us moving forward, and which wellness activities you find most helpful and enjoyable. To show our appreciation for your time and valuable feedback, you will have the option to be entered into a draw for one of five (5) $25 Tim Hortons gift cards. If you would like to be included in the draw, please click the link at the end of the survey, which will direct you to a separate Cognito where you can enter your contact information. This process ensures that your contact information remains separate from your survey responses, allowing you to share open and honest feedback. Please use the link below to complete the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Q96SLX3 The survey will close by end of day Thursday, January 29th. We will then select and contact the five prize winners. Thank you all for your time. Best, Maliyah [cid:image001.png@01DC862D.F7D64FA0] Maliyah Kelly | Student Affairs, Office Assistant Max Rady College of Medicine Rady Faculty of Health Sciences 290 Brodie Centre, 727 McDermot Avenue Winnipeg, MB R3E 3P5 Phone: 204-789-3213 E-mail: maliyah.kelly(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:maliyah.kelly@umanitoba.ca>

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Shantou Exchange Students - joining Class of 2029
by Pre-Clerkship UGME 28 Jan '26

28 Jan '26

Class of 2029, We are excited to be welcoming five exchange students and one preceptor from Shantou, China to the Pre‑Clerkship program starting in February. Until now, this exchange has involved Clerkship only; this year, we will have students join our Medicine Year 1 program between February 3 - April 24, 2026. The exchange students will take part in lectures and labs with your cohort. For tutorials, they will form their own small group while following the curriculum in parallel with the rest of the class. I hope you will help welcome them starting next week by introducing yourself, helping them find their way on campus, sharing recommendations about Winnipeg, and inviting them to participate in student activities where possible. 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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Class absence limit reached for Friday, February 6 (Class of 2029)
by Pre-Clerkship UGME 27 Jan '26

27 Jan '26

Class of 2029, The maximum number of students permitted to request an absence for the same day has been reached for Friday, February 6, 2026 (See Pre-Clerkship Student Attendance Policy<https://entrada.radyfhs.umanitoba.ca/community/ugme:policies?section=view-f…> statement 3.9). There is no further action required for those students who have received approval for requests in Entrada. The remainder of your class should plan to attend your mandatory session(s) that day: * OBG1 - Pregnancy Outcomes for Manitobans and Prenatal Care Principles II *ULO * EM1 - Lipid Disorders II *ULO Note that absences beyond the class limit for unanticipated or emergency reasons can still be approved, but must be requested in Entrada under PRE-CLERKSHIP - Exception (Student Affairs) for individual review. 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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CL2029: Minimizing distractions in lecture theatre
by Pre-Clerkship UGME 27 Jan '26

27 Jan '26

Hi Med 1's, It has been observed that at times that when lecturers are ready to begin - and during presentations - conversations may still be happening in the audience. Socialization is completely welcome while waiting for sessions to start, but please wrap these up when the presentation is about to begin. To support a respectful learning environment for both your classmates and the presenter(s) while presentations are underway, please keep side conversations to a minimum. If something needs your immediate attention, please step outside to avoid distractions for the presenter or others in the audience. Otherwise, please save those discussions until the presentation has wrapped up. Thank you for your help maintaining a positive experience for everyone! 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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PF1 Jan 28th Lecture Updates
by UGME Year 1 Course Administrator 27 Jan '26

27 Jan '26

Hello Med 1's, Please note that your PF1 Physician Governance (mandatory) lecture scheduled for tomorrow, January 28th at 1:00 PM has been cancelled. This session will be rescheduled, and we will notify you once a new date has been confirmed. Your PF1 Negligence & Apology lecture scheduled for tomorrow, January 28th at 2:00 PM has been moved to 1:00 PM. Entrada has been updated to reflect this change. Thank you, Nadine Allain Year 1 Course Administrator, UGME Max Rady College of Medicine Rady Faculty of Health Sciences [cid:image001.jpg@01DC8F9D.992BE360] 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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CHANGE TODAY: CS1 Pediatric and Adolescent Medical History
by Clinical Skills UGME 27 Jan '26

27 Jan '26

Hi Med 1's Unfortunately due to unforeseen circumstances, one of the two presenters for today's Pediatric and Adolescent Medical History lecture (1:00-2:50pm) will not be able to present. We will proceed with half of the content today from 2:00-2:50pm, with the remaining hour being rescheduled in an upcoming week. Please plan to attend this session today from 2:00-2:50pm only. Apologies for the short notice. Maggie Eade, Pre-Clerkship Program Lead, UGME Max Rady College of Medicine | Rady Faculty of Health Sciences | University of Manitoba Sent on behalf of: CSugme(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:CSugme@umanitoba.ca>

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FW: Upcoming Senate Committee Vacancies and Interest Forms
by Maggie Eade 27 Jan '26

27 Jan '26

The attached memo and forms are being forwarded on behalf of Dr. Peter Nickerson, Dean, Max Rady College of Medicine/Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, Vice-Provost (Health Sciences) Questions can be directed to Laura Orsak-Williams at Laura.Orsak(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Laura.Orsak@umanitoba.ca>. Thank you in advance, This message is available in alternate formats upon request to: Laura Orsak-Williams (she/her/hers) Governance Officer Office of the University Secretary The University of Manitoba 312 Administration Building Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 PH: 204.474.8174 Laura.Orsak(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Laura.Orsak@umanitoba.ca> Chat with me in Teams<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/chat/0/0?users=Laura.Orsak@umanitoba.ca&topic…> [University of Manitoba logo] The University of Manitoba campuses are located on Treaty 1 Territory and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. Manitoba is located on the Treaty Territories and ancestral lands of the Anishinaabeg, Ininewuk, Anishininewuk, Dakota Oyate, and Denesuline Nations. This email, including any attachments, is intended for the addressee(s) only and may contain legally privileged or confidential information. Any unauthorized use, disclosure, distribution, copying or dissemination is strictly prohibited. If you receive this transmission in error, please notify the sender immediately and return the original.

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Proof of Enrollment Letters and Documentation Submission
by Anna Urbanik 27 Jan '26

27 Jan '26

Good morning, Going forward, medical students are asked to submit any proof of enrollment letter requests and enrollment document submissions to the following email address: enrollmentugme(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:enrollmentugme@umanitoba.ca> Thank you, Anna Urbanik Enrolment Administrator UGME, Max Rady College of Medicine, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba 260 Brodie Centre - 727 McDermot Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3E 3P5 Tel: 204-789-3627 Email: Anna.Urbanik(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:PreClerkEvaluations@umanitoba.ca> http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/health_sciences/medicine/education/undergradu… [1C21C7EE]

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