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Community Interest Groups

Community interest groups focus on the social aspects of medicine. From diversity in sexual orientation, race and religion to Canadian run chapters or simply engaging in fun hobbies like chess and art! Community interest groups provide a safe accepting space for all identities in medicine. Events held by our community interest groups allow our diverse student body to share their passions outside of the academic sphere. Be sure to keep up to date with our events by accessing our calendar in the above menu!

Interest Group Listing
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2SLGBTQIA+ Interest Group

Executives: Sarah Jacobsohn

The 2SLGBTQIA+ interest group is a community-based group focused on building community and unity among 2SLGTBQIA+ medical students and allies and raising awareness on 2SLGBTQIA+ issues and topics. We host both community networking events and educational workshops/presentations throughout the school year.
Appli­ca­tion Form

Bioethics and Professionalism Interest Group

Executives: Eastyn Yuen

The Bioethics and Professionalism Interest Group will provide opportunities for medical students to discuss and debate current and challenging issues in medical ethics and professionalism. They will learn about important issues that are impacting their field and society at large, and will develop their critical thinking and debating skills.
Appli­ca­tion Form

Black Medical Students’ Association (BMSA)

Executives: Ruth Amede

The Black Medical Students’ Association is a group committed to creating a community of learning surrounding black health issues, career mentorship and community outreach.
Appli­ca­tion Form

Canadian Blood Services

Executives: Samantha Prokopich

The Canadian Blood Services Interest Group aims to increase student awareness and knowledge surrounding blood donations as well as encourage individuals that are eligible to donate blood.
Appli­ca­tion Form

Choosing Wisely Interest Group (CWIG)

Executives: Natan Skladnik

We are a group that is part of the national Choosing Wisely campaign which is designed to foster awareness amongst medical students in Canada about unnecessary tests and treatments. This group will help medical students make smart and effective choices to ensure high-quality care.
Appli­ca­tion Form

Christian Medical and Dental Society (CMDS)

Executives: Brooklynn Wiebe

We are the Manitoba medical student chapter of the national group. CMDS is an organization of Christian physicians, dentists, and students, each holding an individual membership, who seek to honour God by integrating faith with professional practice. 
Appli­ca­tion Form

Creative Arts Interest Group (CAIG)

Executives: Wei-An Lau

The Creative Arts Interest Group (CAIG) is a student-run organization whose goal is to create a larger outlet for various creative arts within our college. The CAIG was created in 2018 as a conglomerate of the Art, Writing, and Music Interest Groups.
Appli­ca­tion Form

Filipino Association of Medical Students

Executives: Russell Malabanan

We are a group of medical students at the University of Manitoba Advocating for increased representation of Filipinos in medicine. We aim to address the issues of under-representation and inequity as they apply to the Filipino community through mentorship, research, and community outreach.
Appli­ca­tion Form

Immigrant and Refugee Health Interest Group (IRHIG)

Executives: Sargun Rehsia

IRHIG aims to promote peer learning of the various health challenges faced by immigrants and refugees locally and nationally.
Appli­ca­tion Form

Indigenous Health Promotion Group (IHPG)

Executives: Jamie Bowers

IHPG provides an opportunity for Indigenous medical students to become involved and create a sense of community, while bringing important health-related information to fellow students. Our group also strives to foster understanding of others when working with Indigenous populations.
Appli­ca­tion Form
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If you couldn’t find a group that aligns with your interests, you can easily create one by filling out of form.

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