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Western Medical Students Summit - Registration Now Open!
by MMSA VSX 13 Sep '26

13 Sep '26

Hi everyone, Please see below for an opportunity to present your research at the 2027 Western Medical Students Summit! Dear Medical Students, Registration for the 2027 Western Medical Student Summit (WMSS) is officially OPEN! 🎉 We are excited to invite medical students from across Western Canada to join us in Vancouver, BC from February 26–28, 2027 for a weekend of learning, connection, and inspiration as we explore this year’s theme: Building a Sustainable Future in Medicine WMSS is an opportunity to connect with medical students from across the Western provinces and engage with the research and ideas shaping the future of medicine. Whether you’re passionate about clinical medicine, research, advocacy, leadership, innovation, or simply looking to meet fellow students and build your network, WMSS 2027 is an event you won’t want to miss. 📅 February 26–28, 2027 📍 Vancouver, British Columbia 💰 Early-Bird Registration: $150 ⏰ Early-bird pricing ends September 30, 2026. Spots are limited, so we encourage you to register early to secure your place! 👉 REGISTER FOR WMSS 2027<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1gYGqrOUuUfBY4hX4lUK9256N3gg4CkaeSf31dslyJY…> For more information about the conference, agenda, research opportunities, and what to expect, visit: 👉 www.westmedsummit.ca<https://westmedsummit.ca/> 👉 Keep up with conference updates by following our Instagram! @westmedsummit We can’t wait to welcome you to Vancouver and make WMSS 2027 an unforgettable weekend! See you at WMSS 2027! 🩺 ** ABSTRACT SUBMISSION REMINDER ** We also want to remind everyone of the abstract submission deadline and encourage you to show case your research at this year’s conference! 🩺🔬 This year’s theme is Sustainability, but abstracts from all fields of medicine are welcome — your research does not need to relate to the conference theme. ✨ Why submit? • Present your work as an oral or poster presentation • Compete for Best Oral and Best Poster Presentation Awards • Connect with medical students, clinicians, and researchers from across Western Canada • Showcase your research and strengthen your academic portfolio 📝 Abstract requirements: • Maximum 250 words • Introduction/Objective, Methods, Results & Conclusion • Abstracts must be unpublished • Multiple submissions are welcome 📅 Deadline: November 15, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST 👉 CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR ABSTRACT<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfXav5FsUYS8wasRqGN1JTugbjQlX0wL7A…> Questions? DM us or email wmss.research(a)gmail.com<mailto:wmss.research@gmail.com> 📩 Sincerely, Rhea Gupta (she/her) Medical Student, Class of 2029 Vice-Stick External Jr., Manitoba Medical Students' Association (MMSA) Max Rady College of Medicine University of Manitoba

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Reminder: Indigenous Medical Students Association (IMSA) – Applications Now Open!
by Patricia Charity Machekera 08 Sep '26

08 Sep '26

Hey everyone, Hope you’re all doing well and are having a great start to the new school year! Through the work of the EDI Indigenous Health Working group, the Indigenous Medical Students Association (IMSA) has been established and is now accepting applications for its inaugural 2026 council! IMSA was created by and for Indigenous medical students to build a safe, empowering, and culturally grounded community within medicine. The mandate of the group is focused on: * Supporting and uplifting Indigenous medical students through mentorship, wellness, and community building. * Advocating for Indigenous learners at the college, faculty, provincial, and national levels. * Collaborating with faculty and community partners on Indigenous health initiatives, including in areas of outreach, research, and wellness. * Amplifying Indigenous voices and working toward systemic change. Getting Involved with IMSA: The application to join the council is now live! Please see below for a list of available positions. These roles are available for medical students who self-identify as Indigenous. The General Member position is available to all students. For more information, I have attached the IMSA Bylaws document. * VP External Jr. * VP Internal * VP Finance * Communications Officer * M1 Class Representative * Committee Leads * Committee Members * General Member Whether you’re excited about advocacy, leadership, or just want to build community with learners and staff, we would love to have you involved! 📌 Apply here: https://forms.gle/j2CdRWdxJL8dFAiy9 🗓️ Deadline: Friday, September 11th, 2026 at 11:59PM If you have any questions, feel free to reach out via email to uofmimsa(a)gmail.com. Kindly, Patricia Machekera (she/her) MD Candidate | Class of 2028 VS Equity, Diversity, Inclusion Sr. Max Rady College of Medicine University of Manitoba

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Indigenous Medical Students Association (IMSA) – Applications Now Open!
by Patricia Charity Machekera 03 Sep '26

03 Sep '26

Hey everyone, Hope you’re all doing well and are having a great start to the new school year! Through the work of the EDI Indigenous Health Working group, the Indigenous Medical Students Association (IMSA) has been established and is now accepting applications for its inaugural 2026 council! IMSA was created by and for Indigenous medical students to build a safe, empowering, and culturally grounded community within medicine. The mandate of the group is focused on: * Supporting and uplifting Indigenous medical students through mentorship, wellness, and community building. * Advocating for Indigenous learners at the college, faculty, provincial, and national levels. * Collaborating with faculty and community partners on Indigenous health initiatives, including in areas of outreach, research, and wellness. * Amplifying Indigenous voices and working toward systemic change. Getting Involved with IMSA: The application to join the council is now live! Please see below for a list of available positions. These roles are available for medical students who self-identify as Indigenous. The General Member position is available to all students. For more information, I have attached the IMSA Bylaws document. * VP External Jr. * VP Internal * VP Finance * Communications Officer * M1 Class Representative * Committee Leads * Committee Members * General Member Whether you’re excited about advocacy, leadership, or just want to build community with learners and staff, we would love to have you involved! 📌 Apply here: https://forms.gle/j2CdRWdxJL8dFAiy9 🗓️ Deadline: Friday, September 11th, 2026 at 11:59PM If you have any questions, feel free to reach out via email to uofmimsa(a)gmail.com. Kindly, Patricia Machekera (she/her) MD Candidate | Class of 2028 VS Equity, Diversity, Inclusion Sr. Max Rady College of Medicine University of Manitoba

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Psychiatry Dept. Golf Tournament
by Braidin Filbert 13 May '26

13 May '26

Sent on behalf of the Department of Psychiatry: Dr. Rona and the department wanted me to pass along the registration and event information for the annual Psi Cup Golf Tournament in support of St. Boniface Hospital! Taking place in September, this tournament is heavily subsidized for medical students (up to approx. half the normal $175 cost!), and it would be great to have some student involvement. For registration, please fill out the form and send to the applicable address found in the poster and form file attached to this email. For student pricing, please email Dr. Cesar Rona (Cesar.rona(a)umanitoba.ca) directly! Hope to see you in September! Braidin Filbert Class of 2028 ___________________________________________ Hello everyone, We are pleased to share that the annual Department of Psychiatry Golf Tournament, also known as The Psi Cup, will take place on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at St. Boniface Golf Club. This year’s tournament is in support of St. Boniface Hospital, with proceeds helping to enhance inpatient experiences. We would be happy to have you join us for the tournament. The cost is $175 per player, and the event is open to everyone. If you are a resident or medical student, please contact Dr. Rona directly, as reduced pricing options may be available. Tournament day details: * Registration: 10:30 AM * Lunch: 11:00 AM * Shotgun start: 12:00 PM * Buffet dinner: 5:30 PM Please register by September 15, 2026. Registration and payment details are included in the attached poster and registration form. We look forward to seeing you there! Sincerely, Dr. Navjot Brainch, MBBS, FRCPC Wellness Lead, Department of Psychiatry Staff Psychiatrist Health Sciences Centre Lecturer, Department of Psychiatry University of Manitoba - Rady Faculty of Health Sciences PZ-261, 771 Bannatyne Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3E 3N4 Ph: 204-787-3197 Fax: 204-787-7480 Dr. Cesar Daryl Rona, MD FRCPC Associate Wellness Lead, Department of Psychiatry Staff Psychiatrist Health Sciences Center Lecturer, Department of Psychiatry University of Manitoba - Rady Faculty of Health Sciences PZ-202, 771 Bannatyne Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3N 3N4 Phone: 204-787-5005 Fax: 204-787-7480 Get Outlook for iOS<https://aka.ms/o0ukef>

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CFMS Spring Recruitment 2026 OPEN
by Annie Jiang 06 May '26

06 May '26

Hi everyone, The CFMS Spring Recruitment is now open until May 16th, 2026. This is a great opportunity to join the CFMS (Canadian Federation of Medical Students) and advocate for medical students at a national level. It's also a great way to build leadership skills and expand your network. For information on the recruitment process, please visit this link<https://www.cfms.org/join-our-team>. All position descriptions and application forms can be found here<https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Gw-9LGZouKba-qqg_qTWwAmOjFJdGTCD_Zw…>. There are multiple positions available in the various CFMS portfolios: * Communications * Education * Finance * Global Health * Government Affairs * Student Affairs * Indigenous Health * Social Accountability * Regional Director Associates You are welcome to apply for multiple positions, please note that you will have to fill out an application form for each position. Please make sure to answer each question in the application form. An unanswered question may bring down your application’s average score during the marking phase of the Recruitment process. For questions about a specific position, please email the contact(s) provided per position in the position description overview. If you have any other questions, feel free to email CFMS (administrative(a)cfms.org<mailto:administrative@cfms.org>) or contact myself through email or Teams. Sincerely, Annie Annie Jiang (she/her) Medical Student | Class of 2028 Vice-Stick External Jr., Manitoba Medical Students' Association (MMSA) Max Rady College of Medicine University of Manitoba jianga(a)myumanitoba.ca<mailto:jianga@myumanitoba.ca>

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Signup extended: Beach Sports Event
by Braidin Filbert 01 May '26

01 May '26

[Pink Blue Modern Playful Volley Match Event Poster.jpeg] We have partnered with MMSA Wellness x CFMS to put on this great event! Hey everyone! We wanted to update you that we'll be extending our deadline to signup for the beach party, as I know the M1's have been busy studying for CV/RS. The deadline has been extended to Monday, May 4th at 11:59pm! SIGN UP HERE ->> BEACH VOLLEYBALL PARTY – Fill out form<https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/DdU8gBbz0C> Event details When: May 8th, 8pm-12am Where: 2600 Wenzel St, East St. Paul Who: All 4 years of med, and you can bring a +1 if you’d like (send an additional $15 for them of course) Cost: $15 covers your entrance and we have the entire space to ourselves! What: Volleyball, soccer, spikeball, cornhole, and other fun games in the sand! Food and drinks can be purchased individually if desired. NOTE: By signing up for this event, you are responsible for the $15 cover fee. This is an expensive event to rent out the entire centre, and a grant from MMSA ishelping us keep the costs as low as possible! Please reach out with any questions you may have, and we can't wait to see you there! M2 Sports Reps

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Grad Sponsor Presentations/Free Food Today
by Riley Sierhuis 28 Apr '26

28 Apr '26

Hi everyone, There are two lunch and learns happening today, if available your attendance would be greatly appreciated. Tuesday, April 28 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM QDoc Theatre C Coffee, donuts, and bagels provided. Tuesday, April 28 | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Castle Mortgage Group Theatre C Homer’s Greek food provided with halal and vegetarian options. Giveaways include gift cards and wireless earbuds. There will also be a draw for $500 toward a gift of your choice when you book a meeting with them. Hope to see some of you there. Thanks, Riley

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Sponsor Presentations Next Week - Join for free food and prizes!
by Riley Sierhuis 16 Apr '26

16 Apr '26

Hi everyone, I’m back again with more info regarding grad sponsor presentations. Thank you to everyone who has come out to the events thus far, your support is greatly appreciated! The events next week are listed below: Monday, April 20 * 11am-12 pm * Doctors Manitoba - virtual presentation that will provide a better understanding of the transition from medical school to residency in Manitoba and the supports that Doctors Manitoba provides during this time * Docs MB Transition to Residency Virtual Talk | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams<https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/216802010375944?p=4k3dWcuLkCZkMcxpVW> * 12-1pm * IG Wealth - in-person event with free food! * They will present on financial planning topics relevant to medical students and residents, with practical insights to help you navigate the next stages of training and your future career. * Location: Theatre C * 6-7pm * Clarity MD - virtual presentation * $15 gift card for attendees, RSVP at https://manitoba.rsvpify.com/ * Details shared in previous email * Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82318011714 Tuesday, April 21 * 12-1pm * WPG: the Wealth Planning Group - in-person event with free food! (Chinese. Vegetarian and gluten free options available) * Please join us for a practical guide for medical students. resident, and career physicians to help build wealth with clarity and confidence. * Location: Apotex 050 Hope to see some of you there! Even coming out to one of these would be greatly appreciated. Thanks again, Riley On behalf of the Class of 2026 Grad Committee

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CFMS Board Applications now OPEN (2026-2027)
by Annie Jiang 14 Apr '26

14 Apr '26

Hi everyone, I'm excited to share that the applications for the 2026-2027 CFMS Board of Directors (CFMS Executive) are now OPEN. Important information, links, and documents below. Please consider getting involved with the Canadian Federation of Medical Students (CFMS), it’s a great opportunity to connect with medical students across the country and work as a team to advocate for over 9,000 medical student members nationwide. It would also be great to see some Manitoban representation at the national level! Positions Available: * CFMS President * Vice President Finance * Director of Education * Director of Student Affairs * Director of Government Affairs * Director of Global Health * Directors of Indigenous Health [2] * Director of Social Accountability [1] **NEW for 2026/27 * Western Regional Director [2] * Ontario Regional Director [2] * Quebec Regional Director * Atlantic Regional Director Electoral Timeline: * Nominations OPEN: Monday, April 13th * Nominations CLOSE: Tuesday, April 28th * Nomination Documents Due: Wednesday, April 29th * Election Day (Virtual): Saturday, May 9th @8am PDT / 11am EDT / 12:30 NDT (end time based on number of candidates) * New Board Check-In: 15-30mins, directly after elections on May 9th * Summer Board Transition Meeting: June 11-14th, 2026 (location TBD). CFMS Elections TLDR - LINK<https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QkEkmSOQ8l4SlmUJD-Dcm3euYss2JFFGtPfryEi…> CFMS Board Position Descriptions - LINK<https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eq7MLEX5tLoePNoKJ8lblb7wwWOU78yfUOYEqhX…> Candidate Nomination Application Form - LINK<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfxFo49TbyLVD7vS5dBJamb9goGJHx45xM…> Candidate Nomination Tracker - LINK<https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Bf-TJjAMbM6Iw1Fj4EPxEqNf6pJ1-wXp1gk…> If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to email Past President Dr. Samuel Alatorre-Hinojosa (he/him) (pastpresident(a)cfms.org<mailto:pastpresident@cfms.org>) or any other member of the elections coordination team (office(a)cfms.org<mailto:office@cfms.org> ; administrative(a)cfms.org<mailto:administrative@cfms.org>). Feel free to contact me as well by email or on Teams if you have any questions! Cheers, Annie Annie Jiang (she/her) Medical Student | Class of 2028 Vice-Stick External Jr., Manitoba Medical Students' Association (MMSA) Max Rady College of Medicine University of Manitoba jianga(a)myumanitoba.ca<mailto:jianga@myumanitoba.ca>

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Grad Sponsor Virtual Presentation Apr 20: Clarity MD
by Riley Sierhuis 13 Apr '26

13 Apr '26

Hi everyone, Back again with another grad sponsor message, please see below. All attendees get a gift card! Clarity MD presents: Money Lessons Before PGY1 April 20th at 6:00pm CST Please RSVP by April 20th at 12:00pm https://manitoba.rsvpify.com<https://manitoba.rsvpify.com/> In this talk, we will be discussing the following topics to help you prepare financially for PGY1: * How to reduce your residency taxes (with real examples) * When and how to start tackling your line of credit or student loans * Buying vs renting in 2026 - what doctors are doing now * Where physicians are investing today (FHSA, TFSA, and more) * Protecting your income with insurance - why timing matters in PGY1 Location: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82318011714 All attendees will receive a $15 Tango gift card, which can be converted to other gift cards of your choice such as UberEats, DoorDash, Starbucks, Amazon and much more. Thanks, Riley On behalf of the Class of 2026 Grad Committee

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