Ontario Medical Students Association (OMSA)

OMSA Insurance Contest
​Published: February 8, 2021​

Contest time! You could win one of two VISA gift cards from OMA Insurance


Have you ever made an insurance claim before that made a big difference, maybe for a car accident, expensive prescription or disability benefit?
Or were you in a situation where you wish you had insurance in place but, didn’t?
 
If yes, sharing your story with OMA Insurance could win you one of two $250 VISA gift cards, and make an impact on other students!
 
OMA Insurance wants to share real medical student’s insurance experiences (totally anonymously) with other students like you, in hopes to increase awareness of the importance of insurance during medical school and beyond (it does not have to be an OMA Insurance experience).
 
Submit your story by video, audio or written format to sarah.tufts@oma.org between February 1st to 28th, 2021 to be in the running to win. Your entry provides OMA Insurance permission to share your story, removing identifying information, with other Canadian medical students and residents via OMA Insurance Education & Engagement curriculum (video, digital, print, web).
 
Contest rules below!
SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
February 28, 2021

OMSA Art of Medicine Award and Hidden Hero Award
​Published: February 8, 2021​

Ontario Medical Student Association is proud to recognize students for their contributions and talents outside of the academic realm. We will be offering two different awards in spring of 2021 - the Art of Medicine Award and the Hidden Hero Award.
 
The Art of Medicine Award aims to highlight students' interpretation of the annual theme through a written, artistic, or musical means. Written submissions should be no more than 500 words and musical submissions should be no more than 3 minutes in length. The 2021 theme is "Lessons from 2020".
 
The Hidden Hero Award serves to recognize Ontario Medical Students who are making a positive impact in their community, whether that be at the medical school, university, local, or provincial level. You can self nominate, or nominate a peer by writing a maximum 500 word essay on the ways in which the nominee has contributed to the betterment of their community in a grassroot effort way.

Questions? Rae Woodhouse at finance@omsa.ca
SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
March 28, 2021
11:59 PM EST

OMSA Innovator Grants
​Published: February 8, 2021​

The OMSA Innovator Grants are a part of the OMSA strategy to provide financial support to the development of creative new student initiatives. We encourage emerging physician leaders to implement novel ideas to enhance the medical educational environment or healthcare field. If you have an idea that will showcase medical student innovation, we want to hear about it. Grants are offered annually and will award up to $1500 to successful projects. Questions? Email Rae at finance@omsa.ca 
SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
March 28, 2021
11:59 PM EST

OMSA - MSERG Applications
​Published: January 20, 2021

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
SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
April 12, 2021

OMSA Virtual Wellness Retreat 
​Published: January 9, 2020​

Registration is now open for the 2021 OMSA Virtual Wellness retreat, occurring on February 13 & 21. The event will be FREE to all attendees, and will include participation gifts and raffle prizes. Capacity is limited. Click the link for more information and to sign up!

Canadian Federation of Medical Students (CFMS)

CFMS Strategic Innovation Fund
​Published: February 8, 2021​

The CFMS aims to fund large-scale or national initiatives that advance the CFMS’ overarching goals and providing benefit to CFMS’ members at large. There is approximately $60,000 that the SIF Task Force can choose to distribute in the 2020-2021 fiscal year. Due to the nature of the CFMS, member-driven initiatives are highly encouraged. For region-specific or local initiatives, please refer to the Student Initiatives Grant (SIG) program. For more information, go to the CFMS SIF webpage at the link below. Applications must be submitted to finance@cfms.org.
SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
March 19, 2021

CFMS - Matchbook Cover Contest
​Published: January 20, 2021​

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

CFMS - Student Initiative Grant
​Published: December 26, 2020​

​Do you have an initiative that you would like to lead? Are you looking for funding to carry out your initiative? If so, apply for the CFMS Student Initiative Grant of up to $3000.
SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
February 9, 2021

Other Opportunities

CFPC Indigenous Medical School Sponsorship
​Published: February 8, 2021​

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.
SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
March 1, 2021

PARO General Council Ambassador Program
​Published: February 8, 2021​

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!
SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
February 5, 2021

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

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:
  • To provide a national forum for discussion of issues of mutual interest and concern to physicians with disabilities.
  • To open avenues for exchange of ideas and information, particularly as these apply to clinical practice.
  • To foster common bonds and lend support to each other.
  • To strive together to improve the quality of care and enhance the quality of life for people with disabilities.
  • To take a leadership role in influencing clinical education and research in matters pertaining to both patients and physicians with disabilities.
  • To act as a vehicle to inform and educate the public at large regarding the many facets of disabilities.
To be proactive in effectively influencing policies and laws affecting all people with disabilities.

Membership is free. Sign up at the link.

Letters for Canada
Published: May 7, 2020

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

Are you interested in the wellbeing of seniors? Check out this program at the link and see how you can get involved.