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Please join us on Nov 18th Nursing Grand Rounds for a presentation by Dr. Edward Cruz
by Diana McMillan 07 Nov '25

07 Nov '25

Extending a warm welcome to you and your colleagues to join us at the Catalysts for Care 2025 Nursing Grand Rounds Speaker Series! [A person in a blue shirt AI-generated content may be incorrect.] Date: November 18th, 2025, 12:00 - 1:00 pm, ZOOM presentation. Central Time Zone-Standard Time (NB: Regular date revised due to Remembrance Day) Dr. Edward Cruz, RN, PhD, CCN, FCAN, Associate Professor & Associate Dean Undergraduate Programs, College of Nursing, University of Windsor, Windsor, ON; Co-author: Kristoffer Romero, CPsych, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, University of Windsor. Filipino Nurses' Employment Experiences in Ontario, Canada. Zoom Link: https://ca01web.zoom.us/j/63017221594?pwd=87NpThWSRhyGBvMeNM59dFVttKIYgw.1 Abstract: This presentation is based on the findings of our mixed-methods study that compared employment experiences of Philippine-educated nurses (PENs) and Canadian-educated Filipino nurses in Ontario. Using a provincial survey (n=510) and interviews (n=50), researchers found that PENs were significantly more likely to work in lower-tier positions and experience workplace microaggressions. Both groups faced discrimination and workplace transition challenges, but Canadian-educated Filipino nurses had better career advancement opportunities and access to support networks. The findings highlight that while both groups encounter barriers, PENs face additional systemic challenges affecting their career progression, necessitating targeted interventions like mentorship programs and increased Filipino representation in leadership roles. Please note we pause in December to celebrate the season and will resume on Tuesday January 13th, 2026. UPCOMING PRESENTATIONS January 13, 2026 12:00 - 1:00 pm, Central Time Zone. Rebecca Cameron, RN, MN, Instructor, RRC Polytech; PhD Student, College of Nursing, University of Manitoba. Creating Safe Spaces: Indigenous Cultural Safety in Health Care - From Awareness to Action. https://ca01web.zoom.us/j/68646396624?pwd=Eb1WjCjF9r2R9M6ai307LtIo4gbhaa.1 Tuesday February 10th, 2026 12:00 - 1:00 pm, Central Time Zone. Karen Burgess, RPN, MPN, BScPN, BA, CNS, CISM Clinical Lead, Health Sciences Centre, Winnipeg, MB. Frequency and impact of potentially traumatic events on hospital security personnel. https://ca01web.zoom.us/j/61088144803?pwd=O3OecCzEaaSxM5UiLhGtVAjW7rGuAT.1 Tuesday March 10th, 2026 12:00 - 1:00 pm, Central Time Zone. Dr. Genevieve Thompson, RN, PhD, Professor and Associate Dean, Graduate Program, College of Nursing, University of Manitoba, MB. Title: TBC https://ca01web.zoom.us/j/61384241888?pwd=5Fe1Vxjf3d4ZyxVVzHgtiUOoCGADYP.1 ARCHIVE LINK TO ALL RECORDED PRESENTATIONS: https://umanitoba.yuja.com/V/PlayList?node=4121225&a=1926463596&autoplay=1 The Clinical Chair Program, supported by the Health Sciences Centre, University of Manitoba College of Nursing, and the Health Sciences Centre Foundation, aims to foster clinically relevant research partnerships, networks and synergies fueling nursing research and clinical innovation, enhancing knowledge translation, and supporting improved patient outcomes. The goal of this free monthly virtual speaker series is the creation of a space for clinicians, researchers, scholars, and students to share knowledge, expertise, insights, and questions to spark ideas and connection to strengthen nursing research and practice, building a strong clinical nursing research and practice innovation community across Manitoba, and coast to coast to coast! Dr. Diana E. McMillan, RN, PhD, Professor, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, College of Nursing, University of Manitoba, & Clinical Chair, Health Sciences Centre. We are booking presenters for the 2026 series. Please contact Diana at diana.mcmillan(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:diana.mcmillan@umanitoba.ca> if you are interested in sharing your research or innovation. Dr. Diana E. McMillan, RN, PhD Professor, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, College of Nursing, University of Manitoba; Clinical Chair, Health Sciences Centre, Winnipeg; & Research Affiliate, Manitoba Centre for Nursing and Health Research ** Please email as I am often working remotely or offsite. Walton, L.L., Duff, E., Arora, R.C., & McMillan, D.E. (2024). The role of the cardiac surgery patient in pain assessment and management: the patient perspective. Clinical Nursing Research, 1-7. https://doi:10.1177/10547738241273232<https://doi.org/10.1177/10547738241273232>. McMillan, D.E., Brown, D.B., Rieger, K.L., Duncan, G., Plouffe, J., Amadi, C.C., & Jafri, S. (2023). Patient and family perceptions of a discharge bedside board. Patient Education and Counseling - Innovation, 3, e100214. Elsevier, Online. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pecinn.2023.100214

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Student Communication
by Thara Wijewardana 03 Nov '25

03 Nov '25

Dear Nursing Students, We know how hard you've been working - caring for others, studying late, and giving your all to your patients and your program. Now it's your turn to be cared for! As part of a CON wellness initiative, we have partnered with the Faculty of Kinesiology Athletic Therapy students who will host a fundraiser just for faculty, staff and nursing students - an opportunity to unwind, relax, and prioritize your own health and wellness. Please give a donation in whatever amount to support the Athletic Therapy students. Massage-a-thon Details: Dates: November 17th, 19th, and 21st Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM What: 15-minute relaxation massages Where: Helen Glass Undergraduate Student lounge Your health is just as important as your patients'. Take a well-deserved break and come support a great cause while doing something good for yourself! Sign up for your student slot below: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1UZa69J1J344_eDCOoDmfDymNYJdbjhRp4lW… We can't wait to see you there! CON Leadership and the Athletic Therapy students of FKRM Office of the Dean [um_logo_email_signature] umanitoba.ca/nursing

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GRAD FUNDRAISING HALLOWEEN BAKE SALE
by Nursing Students' Association 31 Oct '25

31 Oct '25

Good morning everyone, Celebrate Halloween with us today and satisfy your sweet tooth at our bake sale in Helen Glass Atrium at 12:00 pm to support our June 2026 graduating class Check out the attached poster for all details. Cash or e-transfer will be accepted We appreciate your support and hope to see you there! Anjola Akinteye Grad and Pinning Chair | Nursing Students' Association College of Nursing | Rady Faculty of Health Sciences University of Manitoba [signatureImage] Traditional Territories Acknowledgement: 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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NSA October-By-Election - Voting now Open!
by Nursing Students' Association 24 Oct '25

24 Oct '25

Hello Nursing Students, This is a friendly reminder that voting for the Nursing Students’ Association (NSA) By-Election is now open! All undergraduate students in the College of Nursing are eligible to vote. The election runs from today, October 24th until Tuesday, October 28 at 4:00 p.m. You should have already received an email from UMSU with a personalized voting link. Please check your inbox (and junk folder, just in case) and cast your vote before the deadline! If you didn’t have a chance to run in this By-Election, not to worry, the Annual Election in April will have all positions open again. In the meantime, we’d love for you to stay involved by joining our Events Committee ( kindly email zaballem(a)myumanitoba.ca for more information on how to be a part of this committee). Volunteer opportunities are posted throughout the term. Thank you for participation. Sincerely, Mariam Yusuf (she/her) Senior Stick | Nursing Students' Association College of Nursing | Rady Faculty of Health Sciences University of Manitoba [signatureImage] Traditional Territories Acknowledgement: 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. Get Outlook for iOS<https://aka.ms/o0ukef>

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Immunization Volunteer Sign-Up Now Closed
by Nursing Students' Association 17 Oct '25

17 Oct '25

Hello everyone, Thank you so much for your interest in volunteering for the Immunization program at The Link! We’ve had an incredible response and have now filled all available spots. At this time, we are no longer accepting additional volunteers. If any spaces open up or if someone cancels, we’ll reach out to those who previously expressed interest. We truly appreciate everyone’s enthusiasm and willingness to get involved, thank you for your support! Warm regards, Halimah Cassimo (she/her) Secretary | Nursing Students' Association College of Nursing | Rady Faculty of Health Sciences University of Manitoba [signatureImage] Traditional Territories Acknowledgement: 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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Donation to Agape Table
by Nursing Students' Association 17 Oct '25

17 Oct '25

Dear Nursing Students, We are Year 4 nursing students currently completing our community clinical at Agape Table in the Spence neighborhood. Agape Table is a not-for-profit charity dedicated to reducing food insecurity and supporting marginalized individuals and families through its free bagged lunch and food bank programs. According to the 2021 Census, 36.6% of residents in the Spence neighborhood live on a low income, compared to the Winnipeg average of 11.5%. Since the pandemic, the need for food assistance has increased significantly, and Agape Table now serves approximately 900 meals each weekday (0700–1100) to community members in need. As winter approaches, many guests who socialize outdoors after receiving their meals face additional challenges in the cold. To help meet their needs, we are organizing a Winter and Hygiene Essentials Donation to support them with dignity and compassion. We are collecting the following items: winter jackets, boots, toques, mitts, socks, duvets, blankets, body wash, shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, menstrual care products, and hair brushes. The donation drive will run from October 9th - 31st with two donation bins (one for winter essentials and one for hygiene essentials) located outside the NSA office on the main floor of Helen Glass. If you have any questions, please contact Felix at nnejif(a)myumanitoba.ca Thank you for your generosity and support. Let’s spread love and help warm up our community this winter. Special thanks to: Nursing Student Association, Christa Degagne RN, BN, MEd, Shannon Guerreiro RN, MN, and Laurie Romanica RN, BN. DO NOT REPLY TO THIS EMAIL Warm regards, Felix Nneji Andrea Chang Eddy Wang Mandeep Sidhu Get Outlook for iOS<https://aka.ms/o0ukef>

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Career Ready Kick-Off
by Nursing Students' Association 17 Oct '25

17 Oct '25

Join Student Catalyst Gateway™ (SCG™)<http://www.studentcg.ca/> for a free virtual session designed to help post-secondary students and recent graduates build a strong foundation for their next chapter. Career-Ready Kick-Off: From Graduation to Greatness – Launching Your Career 📅 Date: Friday, October 31, 2025 🕚 Time: 11:00 a.m. CT 💻 Location: Virtual (via Zoom) 🔗 Registration: Scan the QR code on the flyer or click HERE<https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Q5QhcxuhTjajd8C105CQOw> to register What You’ll Gain * Strategies to navigate career decisions with confidence * Insights from top leaders in recruitment, leadership, and career development * Real-world advice on building a purposeful and future-focused career Speakers * Nikki Vieira – Strategic Talent Partnerships & Sourcing Lead, Canada Life * Dr. Rhea Horton – Career Coach & Founder, Career Bliss * Stefanie Lau – Ex-Googler, Entrepreneur & Business Operations Executive * Lisa Osachoff – Senior Executive, People & Culture Leader Moderator Avelia Stewart – Founder & Executive Director, Student Catalyst Gateway™ This event is ideal for students, graduates, and young professionals who want to gain clarity on their career direction, strengthen their confidence, and connect with inspiring leaders who have walked the path to success. [cid:6023bfdd-ba18-4c47-8961-981dc02aa2a3] Halimah Cassimo (she/her) Secretary | Nursing Students' Association College of Nursing | Rady Faculty of Health Sciences University of Manitoba [signatureImage] Traditional Territories Acknowledgement: 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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Free Leadership Opportunity - Gocernance Workshop
by Nursing Students' Association 16 Oct '25

16 Oct '25

Dear Nursing Students, We’re excited to share a free leadership development opportunity for students, hosted by the James Burns Leadership Institute. The Governance Workshop will take place on Saturday, November 8, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This interactive session will cover: * The fundamentals of Board governance * How to find the right Board and questions to ask before joining * Insights from young Directors currently serving on Boards This workshop is a great way to build leadership skills, expand your professional network, and learn how to contribute your voice to organizations across various sectors — including health, education, business, and social services. Registration is now open and closes on October 31. Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/tciCy11U8T Halimah Cassimo (she/her) Secretary | Nursing Students' Association College of Nursing | Rady Faculty of Health Sciences University of Manitoba [signatureImage] Traditional Territories Acknowledgement: 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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Community Hygiene Drive
by Nursing Students' Association 16 Oct '25

16 Oct '25

Dear Nursing Students, We’re reaching out on behalf of two 4th-year nursing students, who are completing their community clinical rotation with the Spence Neighbourhood Association. As part of their community outreach project, they are organizing a Hygiene Drive to support children and youth who access the Spence Neighbourhood Association’s overnight shelter. Donations collected will go directly toward providing essential hygiene items to those in need. The Spence Neighbourhood Association’s WE24 (West End 24Safe Space) Program is a shelter that runs from 11pm to 7am, seven days a week. This unique program offers a safe space to children and youth 12-26 years old that are facing homelessness in the downtown area. The program services 15-20 individuals a night and provides them with meals and shelter. Children and youth that use the shelter are also provided with basic hygiene products. Your support can make a meaningful difference! If you’d like to contribute, please consider donating new, unused hygiene items such as: * Toothbrushes and toothpaste * Soap and body wash * Shampoo and conditioner * Deodorant * Feminine hygiene products * Towels and washcloths * New underwear * New socks We will be collecting donation from October 14th to November 4th. There is a donation bin set up outside of the 2nd floor nursing lounge in Helen Glass. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to kensrayh(a)myumanitoba.ca<mailto:kensrayh@myumanitoba.ca> or pateld30(a)myumanitoba.ca<mailto:pateld30@myumanitoba.ca>. Your support would be invaluable in helping us making a positive impact in this community. Even small contribution can go a long way in helping us spread care and kindness. Sincerely, Harman Kensray and Dhruvi Patel College of Nursing, University of Manitoba kensrayh(a)myumanitoba.ca<mailto:kensrayh@myumanitoba.ca> Pateld30(a)myumanitoba.ca<mailto:Pateld30@myumanitoba.ca> Halimah Cassimo (she/her) Secretary | Nursing Students' Association College of Nursing | Rady Faculty of Health Sciences University of Manitoba [signatureImage] Traditional Territories Acknowledgement: 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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Volunteer Opportunity - Flu/COVID Clinic (Nov 13 & 14)
by Nursing Students' Association 16 Oct '25

16 Oct '25

Dear Students, The Immunization Program at The Link: Youth and Family Supports will be hosting their annual Flu/COVID Clinic on November 13th and 14th from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. both days. They are seeking nursing, midwifery, and nurse practitioner students who are interested in volunteering to administer vaccines. If you are unable to stay for the entire day, you are welcome to volunteer for either the morning or afternoon session. If you are interested in participating, please email me at cassimoh(a)myumanitoba.ca by October 30th. Please do not reply to this email. Thank you, Halimah Halimah Cassimo (she/her) Secretary | Nursing Students' Association College of Nursing | Rady Faculty of Health Sciences University of Manitoba [signatureImage] Traditional Territories Acknowledgement: 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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