Ontario Medical Students Association (OMSA)
OMSA 2021-22 Elections
Published: April 10, 2021
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The Ontario Medical Student Association is hosting its annual election for the 2021-22 term! This will occur concurrently with the OMSA Annual General Meeting (AGM) which is being held virtually on Sunday May 16th.
The following positions are all for a one year term:
The following position is a two year term:
The contact information for the current OMSA council can be found below (left). The description of each role can also be found below (right)! OMSA election policy can be found below.
Election Information: OMSA elections will be held in concert with our virtual AGM on May 16th, 2021.
Nominees are asked to submit their nomination by April 30, 2021. A complete nomination will include a 250 word platform and a short video. It is optional to include a photo. Videos for President and President-Elect should be no longer than 120 seconds, videos for all other positions should be no longer than 90 seconds. Nominee’s platform and video will be posted on OMSA website and circulated to Ontario medical students for a 2 week period (April 30 to May 16). OMSA will not share any specific content regarding nominees on social media. On May 16th, each nominee will be invited to call in and answer questions from AGM delegates and current OMSA Council members. All nominees will have a 3 minute question period. Following question period voting will be done virtually by a ranked ballot. As per OMSA by-laws, each school will have 2 votes for each position, the outgoing officer will also vote for a total of 13 votes per position. For details on voting please see the election policy linked above. Nominees are not permitted to campaign during the OMSA election period. The only content which will be permitted is the 250 word platform and video, to be shared by OMSA. Nominees are not permitted to contact medical students for the purposes of campaigning, nor should they personally advertise their nomination or permit other students to advertise their nomination. Any questions should be directed to President-Elect, Ushma Purohit, at president_elect@omsa.ca Thank you for participating in the OMSA elections! |
NOMINATION DEADLINE:
April 30, 2021
ELECTION DATE:
May 16, 2021
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OMSA Phone Zap - Paid Sick Leave
Published: April 10, 2021
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Join Ontario medical students for a virtual phone-in campaign for paid sick leave on April 15th at 4PM! Permanent and universal paid sick leave is a crucial measure in Canada's fight to end the COVID-19 pandemic, allowing workers to stay home as soon as they feel unwell. Our phone zap will consist of guest speaker Dr. Jesse McLaren, a quick training presentation, and time for all participants to call provincial MPPs simultaneously. We hope to make it clear that medical students consider paid sick leave to be a matter of serious public health concern.
Please complete the following Google form so that we can contact you closer to the date and gauge which provincial electoral districts will be represented at the event.
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DATE:
April 15, 2021
4:00 PM |
OMSA COVID-19 Summer Studentship
Published: March 30, 2021
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OMSA recognizes that 2020-2021 has been an unusual school year for everyone, and that as a result of the pandemic, summer employment may be even more challenging than usual to obtain. We also recognize that medical school is extremely expensive and that many students rely on their summer earnings to minimize their debt. In an effort to support Ontario medical students, we have created this one-time-only grant to fund student projects for Summer 2021.
We have $15,000 worth of Studentship funding available to support Ontario Medical students who are undertaking part time or full time projects this summer. Send any questions to the OMSA VP Finance, Rae, at finance@omsa.ca |
DEADLINE:
April 12, 2021
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OMSA Naloxone Training and Advocacy
Published: March 30, 2021
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On Thursday, April 1st from 6 - 7:45pm, the OMSA Advocacy Partnerships Team is hosting a workshop to highlight the current opioid crisis in Canada. The event will feature a naloxone training session, where participants can sign up and receive their own free naloxone kits, and a panel discussion where we will have advocates, people who use drugs, and medical professionals talk about ways medical students can get involved in advocacy surrounding this issue. From this discussion, we hope to have a better understanding of the scope and sensitivity of the current opioid crisis, and allow medical students to have a better awareness and involvement in this issue going forward.
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DATE:
April 1, 2021
6:00 - 7:45 PM EST |
OMSA - MSERG Applications
Published: January 20, 2021
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The Medical Student Education Research Grant (MSERG) provides funding for students doing medical education research. Applications are open now! Application deadline: April 12, 2021. For more information, check out the link below. Questions? Contact omsa.mserg@gmail.com or education@omsa.ca
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SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
April 12, 2021
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Canadian Federation of Medical Students (CFMS)
Culture Changers Campaign Accepting Nominations
Published: March 2, 2021
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The CFMS Student Mistreatment Task Force is very excited to begin accepting nominations for our second annual Culture Changers Campaign!
The Culture Changers Campaign is an annual advocacy campaign dedicated to promoting positive change in medical education. It aims to acknowledge the resident and staff physicians that help maintain a positive learning environment for students across the country by celebrating their efforts via a social media campaign held on National Doctors Day - May 1st! We are requesting your participation! Please use the form to nominate resident and staff physicians who have made a positive contribution to your learning. Nominations close April 11th, 2021. |
SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
April 11, 2021
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CFMS - Matchbook Cover Contest
Published: January 20, 2021
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The CFMS Matchbook is a guide for medical students who are navigating the CaRMS process. CFMS is currently hosting a cover contest. Showcase your design skills and submit your artwork by Apr. 30th, 2021 11:59pm EST. All submissions will be entered into a draw for a $150 online gift card of your choice. Below are the rules:
1. Design must be at 300 DPI (2550 by 3300 pixels), maximum 8.5 inch (width) x 7 inch (height). 2. File must be in one of the following formats: .jpeg, .png, .tiff, .eps, .ai, .indd 3. You must have copyright permissions for the design. 4. Submit your work to education@cfms.org with the subject line: “Matchbook Cover Contest: Firstname Lastname”. |
SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
April 30, 2021
11:59 PM EST |
Other Opportunities
CCME Registration Now Open
Published: March 2, 2021
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The CCME is pleased to announce that registration for #CCME2021 is now open! Conference registration includes access to the full CCME program as well as a 3-month post-conference access to recorded content. Join from April 17 to April 20, 2021 - from the comfort of your home office - and take part in the premier medical education conference in Canada.
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DATES:
April 17-20, 2021
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CFPC Indigenous Medical School Sponsorship
Published: February 8, 2021
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Applications for the CFPC Indigenous Medical Student Scholarship are now open. The CFPC Indigenous Medical Student Scholarship recognizes a top First Nations, Metis, or Inuit medical student in Canada who is in their second-last year of medical school and has shown an interest in or commitment to a career in family medicine. Application details can be found online at this link below.
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SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
March 1, 2021
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PARO General Council Ambassador Program
Published: February 8, 2021
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PARO General Council is coming up on Friday, March 12th! Every year, PARO graciously invites select medical students to attend as part of the PARO General Council Ambassador Program. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn more about the current issues affecting residents across Ontario. If interested, see the attachment link below and apply!
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SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
February 5, 2021
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CMA Awards
Published: October 23, 2020
The CMA Awards recognize the dedication, successes and talents of individuals making a significant contribution to our health and health care. To nominate an individual, please click the link below.
Federation of Medical Regulatory Authorities of Canada - Call for Submissions
Published: October 21, 2020
The Federation of Medical Regulatory Authorities of Canada (FMRAC) is surveying perspectives on a range of issues related to AI and the practice of medicine to help inform a) the guidance that the medical regulatory authorities (MRAs) provide to physicians, and b) the safe and quality care of patients. The MRAs have legislated mandates to license physicians and regulate the practice of medicine, in the best interests of patients. They are interested in submissions from current or emerging thought leaders, experts, academics and non-academics, regulators, students and members of the public. All submissions that meet minimum requirements will be made publicly accessible. One or more authors may also be selected to present at or participate in FMRAC’s June 2021 educational conference on “Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Care and the Role of Data: Regulatory Concepts for the Practice of High Quality Medicine”. One paper per topic will also be chosen to be awarded up to $1,000 (CAD). For more information, please click here.
IgNITE Case Competition
Published: September 14, 2020
The IgNITE Medical Case Competition is a bilingual poster presentation contest held annually at the University of Ottawa. In order to give all competitors the opportunity to succeed, each team is assigned an IgNITE mentor. Their mentors are comprised of the top medical, graduate and senior science students who have extensive research and mentoring experience. With this support system, all IgNITE competitors are pushed to achieve their maximal potential. To apply to become an IgNITE mentor, click below for the application. For more information, you can visit their website.
Message to Black Medical Students
Published: September 14, 2020
"Welcome back everyone and a huge welcome to the newest medical students. The Black Medical Student Association of Canada (BMSAC) was formed this year as a collaborative and supportive network for Black medical students across the country. If you identify as Black and are seeking connection with other Black medical students as you continue on your journey to being a physician, we are here for you. Please fill out our membership form so we can get to know you, and don’t forget to join our private Facebook group and follow us on social media @bmsacanada. Welcome to the family!" Click below for the membership form and/or to join the Facebook group page.
University of Toronto Medical Journal - Call for Submissions
Published: August 10, 2020
The University of Toronto Medical Journal (UTMJ) is a peer-reviewed medical publication that values student contributions to medical research. The UTMJ is currently accepting submissions for the January issue on COVID-19. Please view the attached document for more information.
Join the Canadian Association of Physicians with Disabilities
Published: July 2, 2020
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The Canadian Association of Physicians with Disabilities (CAPD) is a national organization advocating for and providing support to physicians with disabilities. The mission of CAPD is to:
Membership is free. Sign up at the link. |
Letters for Canada
Published: May 7, 2020
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OMSA is recruiting team members to plan Day of Action happening in fall! Check out the links below for more information. Medical students at McMaster started an initiative to collect encouraging messages for patients hospitalized in Hamilton. Many patients are feeling isolated from their family and friends as a result of restrictions on the number of visitors per day. The organizers are looking to expand their initiative to reach as many patients as possible across Canada. They would love to collaborate with similar initiatives or work with interested students who would like to start a similar campaign in their area.
If you are interested in collaborating or getting involved, please email lettersforcanada@gmail.com with the following details: your medical school and why you are interested. |
Student Senior Isolation Prevention Partnership
Published: May 7, 2020
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Are you interested in the wellbeing of seniors? Check out this program at the link and see how you can get involved.
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