Ontario Medical Students Association (OMSA)

OMA Ambassador Program
​​Published: September 14, 2020

Are you interested in learning more about medical politics? If so, apply to become an OMA Ambassador to attend the OMA General Council in the fall, be mentored by an OMA Board Member or Officer, connect with the OMSA council and other medical students, and more. The application form can be found below.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

September 28, 2020
11:59 EST

Canadian Federation of Medical Students (CFMS)

Project Green Healthcare
​Published: September 14, 2020

Project Green Healthcare, launched by CFMS HEART, is an initiative aimed at creating teams across Canada to complete needs evaluations and conduct quality improvement projects at hospitals to reduce ecological footprints. $2000 in funding will be provided to select teams. They will also receive mentorship from leaders in climate change. If you are interested in getting involved with their intiative, click below to apply.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

October 1, 2020
11:59 EST

CFMS Fall Call for Nominations
​Published: September 14, 2020

Are you interested in getting involved with CFMS? The CFMS Fall Call for Nominations has started! Click the link below to apply!

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

October 5, 2020
11:59 EST

Other Opportunities

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.