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CFMS Updates - Winter 2026
by Annie Jiang 11 Jan '26

11 Jan '26

Hi everyone, Happy New Year, I hope everyone had a restful winter break. I want to share some updates from the Canadian Federation of Medical Students (CFMS). Here's a quick overview of what's coming up, there are more details below if something interests you. * Student Leadership Awards: Two scholarship deadlines are approaching this week. If you're eligible, I highly encourage you to apply! * National Wellness Challenge: A fun 4-week long challenge starts this week. It's easy to join and you could win some really cool prizes. * Student Initiative Grants: If you have an initiative or a project idea, consider applying. Applications are due February 1st, 2026. * Canadian Medical Student Conference: The annual conference will take place April 16-19th, 2026, in Ottawa, ON. This national gathering of medical students is a great opportunity to connect with peers, learn, and get involved. ___________________________________________________________ CFMS Student Leadership Awards The CFMS is excited to announce two student leadership awards. Submit your applications by Thursday, January 15th at 11:59 pm PST. * CFMS-MD Financial Management Leadership Award * The CFMS and MD Financial Management want to recognize some of the passionate, dedicated and caring medical student leaders across Canada who have made innovative contributions to their schools and communities. * In recognition of their achievements, one student from each of the 15 member schools of the CFMS (and one independent member) will receive a Medical Student Leadership Award, consisting of: * A certificate of recognition * A cash prize of $2000 * Apply here, until Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 11:59pm PST: https://forms.gle/WX1xRbVouWBiqapz7 * CFMS Affinity Leadership Award * The CFMS Affinity Leadership awards recognize medical students who exemplify leadership in humanitarian contributions, particularly in addressing diversity and equity in medicine and have demonstrated advocacy in areas of racial, gender, and disability justice. * Three awards will be given, recognizing 1 student’s contributions in each of these areas * ⁠Racial justice * ⁠Gender justice * ⁠Disability justice * In recognition of their achievements, three students will receive a CFMS Leadership Award, consisting of: * ⁠A engraved trophy / certificate of recognition * A cash prize of $2000 * Apply here, until Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 11:59pm PST: https://forms.gle/493hhWg9JnBbG9CZ7 The National Wellness Challenge (Jan 12 to Feb 8) The National Wellness Challenge (NWC) is a four-week, Canada-wide initiative promoting wellness among medical students. Each week focuses on a different area of well-being: * Week 1: Mental & Social Health * Week 2: Nutritional Wellness * Week 3: Physical Health * Week 4: Financial Health All Canadian medical students can participate by registering individually<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeyJjingq8BcSLSL7qSrH73rQiSaN-SqEd…> and completing simple, achievable weekly challenges<https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1GX3XJsXBuiN5kYBcxO6evXS5zb4IHAD6Hkw…>, like sharing a song that lifts your mood, making a smoothie, taking public transit, or stretching. Participants can choose to share their completed challenges on social media using #CFMSwellnesschallenge and tagging @CFMS_FMEC, or by submitting photos through Google Drive if they prefer not to use social media<https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gFFGymPn1PDOuHjKhu5MqVBk6VFOZAVPtc1xgIW…>. At the end of each week, participants must submit a quick Google form to track completed challenges and earn entries into weekly prize draws. The more challenges you complete, the more chances you have to win! Join us in building healthier habits and connecting with medical students nationwide. CFMS Student Initiative Grants (SIGs) - Apply Now! The CFMS Student Initiative Grants (SIG) provide funding to support medical student-led projects, from educational and charitable initiatives to social events that connect students across schools. SIG funding helps projects get off the ground, with Tier 1 supporting medium-to-large initiatives (up to $3,000) and Tier 2 supporting small-to-medium initiatives (up to $1,500). The SIG application<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSclgsDLMQfwlbrqQo7GcijgUBOV_XSAv1-…> is already open and the deadline is February 1st, 2026 at 11:59pm PST. Learn more about SIGs here<https://www.cfms.org/grants-and-funds>. Canadian Medical Student Conference 2026 The annual Canadian Medical Student Conference will take place April 16-19th, 2026, in Ottawa, ON. This annual gathering of medical students from across the country offers an excellent opportunity to connect with peers, discuss important issues, network, and build your skills. The registration<https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/canadian-medical-student-conference-2026-ticket…> deadline is February 28th, 2026. If you require travel funding, you can apply for the CFMS-MDFM Travel Equity Fund<https://www.cfms.org/grants-and-funds>, which closes January 25th, 2026 at 11:59pm PST. More information about the event can be found here<https://www.cmsc-ccem.ca/>. As always, if you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me by email or on Teams. Sincerely, Annie Annie Jiang (she/her) 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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Immunology Open House Nov. 24, 3 pm
by Immunology Department 18 Nov '25

18 Nov '25

[A blue and white flyer with a qr code Description automatically generated]<https://www.cognitoforms.com/UniversityOfManitoba17/ImmunologyOpenHouseNov2…> Angela Peloquin (she/her) Graduate Program Assistant | Department of Immunology Max Rady College of Medicine| Rady Faculty of Health Sciences Room 471 Apotex Centre, 750 McDermot Avenue University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB R3E 0T5 Office: 204-977-5610| Fax: 204-789-3921 [cid:image001.png@01DC586F.A2C69650]

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Survey Study Distribution at UManitoba
by Kevin Liu 03 Nov '25

03 Nov '25

Caution! This message was sent from outside the University of Manitoba. Hello, I hope this email finds you well. We have received approval (attached) for our survey study to be distributed to all medical students at the University of Manitoba, and would greatly appreciate your help in sending this out. I’ve attached our email recruitment letter with a hyperlink to the survey. Please let me know if there is any additional information we can provide. Thank you, Kevin Liu, BMSc (he/him/his) Vice-President of Internal Events, Artificial Intelligence in Medicine Society (AIMS) MD Student, Class of 2027 Cumming School of Medicine University of Calgary

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Call for Abstracts - WMSS 2026
by Jaime McNicholl 20 Oct '25

20 Oct '25

Please see the message below for an opportunity to present your research at the 2026 Western Medical Student Summit! 🌟 CALL FOR ABSTRACTS: WMSS 2026! 🌟 Western Medical Students Summit 2026 📅 February 6–8, 2026 🏨 Location: Vancouver, British Columbia! Are you passionate about advancing medicine, sharing research, and connecting with other medical students in Canada? Submit your abstract to WMSS2026! Why Present at WMSS? ●Selected abstracts will be featured as poster or oral presentations ●Awards will be given to first-place oral and poster presentations! ●Share your work with other peers and researchers! How To Apply: 1. Prepare your abstract (Include Introduction, Methods, Results, Conclusion - max 250 words) - must be unpublished but previously presented abstracts are okay! 2. Submit via our Google Form: https://forms.gle/UPj1UhqT65AGmMpB6 Deadline: ⏰ Submit by December 12, 2025 at 11:59 PM PST Questions? Contact our team: wmss.research(a)gmail.com<mailto:wmss.research@gmail.com> Jaime McNicholl (she/her) Medical Student | Class of 2027 Vice-Stick External Senior, Manitoba Medical Students’ Association (MMSA) Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba

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Opportunities for Medical Students – Apply Now!
by Annie Jiang 25 Sep '25

25 Sep '25

Hi everyone, Below you’ll find a few exciting opportunities to get involved, including mentorship and leadership roles, as well as international exchanges. These opportunities are a great way to build skills, connect with peers across Canada and around the world, and contribute to areas you’re passionate about. 1) Make sure you’re a CFMS member! 📩 * As a medical student in one of the CFMS member schools, you are automatically eligible to create a CFMS account. By creating an account, you get access to an extensive list of member services and resources. Benefits include student discounts, access to CFMS electives and interview databases, awards and grants and more! * Create a CFMS account here<https://www.cfms.org/new-account>, and make sure to subscribe to the CFMS Monthly for more news and opportunities throughout the year. 2) CFMS Planetary Health Day of Action (PHDoA) 🌎 * The CFMS Planetary Health Day of Action (PHDoA) is the first national advocacy event of the year, taking place in October 2025. Students will receive virtual training on sustainable health advocacy and public communications, then meet with MPs/MLAs to champion policies that protect people and the planet. No prior experience is needed—just passion to learn and make an impact. * Virtual Training: October 5, 2025 * Advocacy Meetings: October 6–17, 2025 (Meeting with Manitoba MLAs) * * Interested? Contact Kyla Goulet-Kilgour (Cl2028) via Teams or gouletkk(a)myumanitoba.ca<mailto:gouletkk@myumanitoba.ca> ASAP. 3) First in Medicine Mentorship Program 👥 * The First in Medicine Mentorship Program is a new pilot initiative that supports students who are the first in their families to pursue medicine. It fosters a supportive community where students can connect with peers who share similar experiences, while mentors provide guidance, encouragement, and insight to help build confidence and inclusivity in medical school. * Application forms: * Mentor sign up<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfKtzuQvLzF08qG2AlFsoD_DIN9hNjghpc…> * Mentee sign up<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScmjq-j1cRxjRWNF0IKZPoXq2atCrovvz-…> * Questions? * Carolyn Horwood (she/her) - Western Regional Director * carolyn.horwood(a)ucalgary.ca<mailto:carolyn.horwood@ucalgary.ca>; western(a)cfms.org<mailto:western@cfms.org> * * DEADLINE – September 26th, 2025 at 23:59pm PDT 4) CFMS Fall Recruitment 💡 * This is your chance to get involved in national leadership and advocacy by joining one of six key portfolios—Communications, Education, Finance, Global Health, Government Affairs & Advocacy, and Student Affairs. Through committees, task forces, and leadership roles, you’ll help shape medical education, health policy, and student wellbeing while building valuable skills in collaboration, leadership, and advocacy. It’s a unique opportunity to make an impact beyond your school, connect with peers across Canada, and strengthen your voice as a future physician. * For more information, visit our website<https://www.cfms.org/who-we-are/cfms-recruitment>. * Questions? Contact recruitment(a)cfms.org<mailto:recruitment@cfms.org> * DEADLINE – September 30th, 2025 at 23:59 PST 5) International Federation of Medical Students' Association (IFMSA) Summer 2026 Exchange ✈️ * The IFMSA offers one of the world’s largest student-run exchange programs, connecting thousands of medical students from around the globe. Through this program, you can participate in: * Clinical Exchanges (SCOPE): Engage in hands-on clinical observerships at hospitals worldwide, gaining exposure to diverse medical practices and healthcare systems. * Research Exchanges (SCORE): Contribute to cutting-edge research projects under the mentorship of international researchers, advancing your skills in scientific inquiry and global collaboration. * * For more information, visit our website<https://www.cfms.org/what-we-do/global-health/international-exchanges>. * Info night presentation<https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1zJwDAIvLGh91bRdvQil2s06UvUiM5kowsMb…> * Active Q&A document<https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kNu25zhgF1Gxrc_FTlc4_srKSB6VwmICYIjMC6z…> * * Questions? * Clinical/professional exchanges: neo(a)cfms.org<mailto:neo@cfms.org> * Research exchanges: nore(a)cfms.org<mailto:nore@cfms.org> * * DEADLINE – October 1st, 2025 at 23:59 EDT Don’t miss out! Apply before the deadlines above, and reach out to the listed contacts or myself if you have any questions. Sincerely, 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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Global Health Portfolio Recruitment
by Andy Duong-Do 08 Sep '25

08 Sep '25

Hello Class of 2029, If you're interested in joining the Global Health portfolio, recruitment has begun! All local officers will be responsible for their own portfolios but will work in collaboration with other working/interest groups as well. Local officers will work with national officers of global health with the Canadian Federation of Medical Students and will have opportunities to implement their unique ideas locally. The Global Health portfolio will be looking for people to help host events, panel discussions, and our largest local event, the EDI/GH Conference. We are recruiting junior local officers for the following positions: Local Exchange Officer (3 positions) Local Officer of Reproductive and Sexual Health Local Officer of Global Health Education Local Officer of Environmental Sustainability Local Officer of Human Rights and Peace/Global Health Advocate Brief descriptions of each role are included in the applications. Specific questions may be directed toward the senior local officer and general questions may be directed towards Andy Duong-Do, the Global Health Liaison Sr. by Teams or email (duonga(a)myumanitoba.ca) Applications open September 8th and will close September 17th at 11:59pm CDT https://forms.office.com/r/HAa48zSKrQ Andy Duong-Do (he/him) Doctor of Medicine | Class of 2028 Global Health Liaison Senior Manitoba Medical Students' Association Max Rady College of Medicine

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Student Opportunity: MSAW Implementation team recruitment
by Annie Jiang 04 Sep '25

04 Sep '25

Hi everyone! Please see below for an opportunity to get involved with a new association, the Medical Students' Association of the West (MSAW). This organization aims to represent and connect all medical students across Western Canada. The MSAW task force is currently recruiting 2–4 students from each Western medical school, including the University of Manitoba. If you’re interested in helping shape this new initiative, I highly encourage you to apply! Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me or Carolyn Horwood with any questions. Sincerely, Annie Jiang (she/her) 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> - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Hello! My name is Carolyn Horwood, one of your Western Regional Directors with the Canadian Federation of Medical Students. I am reaching out to share an exciting opportunity to get involved in joining the implementation team for the novel Medical Students' Association of the West (MSAW)! What is MSAW? MSAW is a student-led initiative out of the Western Regional Director portfolio of the CFMS. Although there exist unifying student organizations in Ontario (OMSA) and in the Atlantic (CAMSA), there exists no unifying medical student association representing the Western medical schools. Western Canadian medical schools face unique challenges in geographical spacing, political climate, and access to educational opportunities at other medical schools. Why create MSAW? The mission of MSAW is to create a student-led representative organization by, and for, medical students studying in Western Canada. Ultimately, this organization hopes to decrease barriers for engagement and educational opportunities, equip advocacy skills, and provide benefits for Western medical students specifically. Further, the unifying body will act as a strong advocacy pillar in approaching student advocacy at the annual Western Dean's Conference. What are we recruiting for? This project is looking for motivated, interested, and engaged students from all of the representative Western medical schools to join the MSAW Implementation Team. Interested applicants should meet the following criteria: * Current student at a medical school in Western Canada (UBC, UofC, UofA, UofS, UofM) * Able to contribute approximately 3-5 hours of volunteer labour per week until the end of June 2026 Students with any the following experiences or interests are encouraged to apply: * Student governance and/or leadership * Equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in the context of learning environments and/or healthcare * Organizational/constitutional design and implementation * Obtainment of sponsorships/discounts * Indigenous health and representation in medicine What positions are we looking to fill? We are looking to recruit 2-4 students per Western medical school, including the University of British Columbia, the University of Calgary, the University of Alberta, the University of Saskatchewan, and the University of Manitoba. If you are interested in supporting the implementation of a collective, student-led governance and advocacy body, you are encouraged to fill out the following form: https://forms.gle/JoLZ4fmXs1dxBqqH9 The deadline to complete this form is September 14, 2025. Thank you for your interest! With warmest wishes, Carolyn [Image] Carolyn Horwood (She/Her) Western Regional Director | Directeur Régionaux de l'Ouest Canadian Federation of Medical Students | Fédération des étudiants en médecine du Canada [Image] western(a)CFMS.org<mailto:western@CFMS.org> [Image] www.cfms.org<https://www.cfms.org/> [Image] 267 O'Connor Street, Suite 401, Ottawa, ON, K2P 1V3  [facebook]<https://www.facebook.com/CFMSFEMC/> [twitter] <https://twitter.com/CFMSFEMC> [instagram] <https://www.instagram.com/cfmsfemc/> We acknowledge the CFMS office is located on the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishnaabeg People. Annie Jiang (she/her) Medical Student | Class of 2028 Max Rady College of Medicine University of Manitoba jianga(a)myumanitoba.ca<mailto:jianga@myumanitoba.ca>

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National First in Medicine Mentorship Program - Mentee Recruitment
by Annie Jiang 28 Aug '25

28 Aug '25

Hi everyone, I am passing along the following message on behalf of Carolyn Horwood, one of the Western Regional Directors of the CFMS (Canadian Federation of Medical Students). If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to her using the contact information provided below. Cheers, Annie Annie Jiang (she/her) 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> - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Hello everybody! My name is Carolyn Horwood, and I am your Western Regional Director on the board of the Canadian Federation of Medical Students. I am excited to invite you to take part in the First in Medicine Mentorship Program, a new pilot initiative designed to support medical students who are the first in their families to pursue a career in medicine. Being the first in your family to pursue medicine can be both exciting and isolating. This pilot project has been created to provide an avenue for medical students to act as peer supports for students who are the first in their families to pursue medicine. This mentorship program was created to foster a supportive community where students can connect with peers who understand the unique challenges of navigating medical school without familial experience in the field. Being the first can be incredibly rewarding—but it can also come with barriers to knowledge and navigating medicine not faced by other peers. This program connects you with an upper-year medical student who has walked a similar path and can offer guidance, support, and encouragement throughout the year. Interested mentees should meet the following criteria when submitting their interest in the program: * A current first-year student pursuing a medical doctor (MD) program at an accredited CFMS-member institution in Canada * The first in their immediate family to pursue a medical (MD) program Mentees will receive the following supports with the program: * Three meetings per academic year with an upper-year mentor, occurring for a minimum of one hour in duration. Upper year mentors are also first in family students. * Ongoing support provided through email or other preferred communication platforms. * One-on-one mentorship support. Students interested in applying to become a program mentee are asked to fill out the following form: https://forms.gle/ZEuiuCqHRj4SMh9x9 This form will be open until September 26, 2025, at 11:59pm PDT. This project is done in collaboration with the Western Regional Director and Director of Student Affairs portfolios within the CFMS. Please feel free to contact us at the following emails if any questions should arise: Carolyn Horwood (she/her) - Western Regional Director carolyn.horwood(a)ucalgary.ca<mailto:carolyn.horwood@ucalgary.ca> western(a)cfms.org<mailto:western@cfms.org> Meera Chopra (she/her) - Director of Student Affairs studentaffairs(a)cfms.org<mailto:studentaffairs@cfms.org> Taliya Rizvi (she/her) - National Officer of Wellness srizvi2027(a)meds.uwo.ca<mailto:srizvi2027@meds.uwo.ca> Have a lovely day! Carolyn -- [Image] Carolyn Horwood, BHSc BA (She/Her) Western Regional Director | Directeur Régionaux de l'Ouest Canadian Federation of Medical Students | Fédération des étudiants en médecine du Canada [Image] western(a)CFMS.org<mailto:western@CFMS.org> carolyn.horwood(a)ucalgary.ca [Image] www.cfms.org<https://www.cfms.org/> [Image] 267 O'Connor Street, Suite 401, Ottawa, ON, K2P 1V3 [facebook]<https://www.facebook.com/CFMSFEMC/> [twitter] <https://twitter.com/CFMSFEMC> [instagram] <https://www.instagram.com/cfmsfemc/> We acknowledge the CFMS office is located on the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishnaabeg People.

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