Community Links

Town of Altona

Southern Health- Sante Sud

Visit Coordinator

Connie Friesen
Phone: (204) 324-6447
Email: connie@altonaclinic.ca
Box 999
217 - 5th AVe. NE
Altona, MB R0G 0B0

Preceptors

Dr. Moheb Basta
Dr. K Winning

Updated:
May 6, 2019 02:02 PM

Approximate Population

4100

Number of Patient Beds

23

Number of Physicians on Staff

4

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

FM, ER, OB, Surgery

Main Source of Employment

Altona is a prosperous community built on the successes of many different sectors. Unlike most small towns that rely on one or two industries, we are supported by several core industries. Strong agriculture, printing, manufacturing, communications, and retail businesses offer a strong, diversified economy.

Interesting Features

Altona is a progressive, motivated community, so there's always some new development springing up. You'll find we offer a unique blend of modern ideas and old-fashioned values - a rare mix these days! If you spent a little more time here, you'd realize that this town has a rich heritage that is passed from generation to generation. Founded on hard work, a deep faith, and a glowing confidence in the future, Altona seems to have found the winning combination!

Community Links

Arborg, Manitoba

Visit Coordinator

Maureen Sigurgeirson
Phone:
Email: srprogrm@mymts.net

Updated:
April 8, 2019 02:25 PM

Approximate Population

1250

Visit Coordinator

Sara Ranahan
sranahan@gov.nu.ca
(867)-857-3100

Updated:
April 15, 2019 08:35 AM

Community Links

Town of Beausejour

Visit Coordinator

Sean Michaels
Email: smichaels@rmofbrokenhead.ca

Updated:
April 8, 2019 02:26 PM

Visit Coordinator

Kathy Risk
Fly-In Physician Coordinator
Northern Medical Unit
Phone: 204-789-3598
Email: kathy.risk@umanitoba.ca

Updated:
April 9, 2019 10:48 AM

Approximate Population

1675

Community Links

City of Brandon

Brandon RHA

Brandon Clinic

Western Medical Clinic

Visit Coordinator

Deb Day
Phone: 204-729-2132
Email: econdev@brandon.ca

Jocelyn Beever
Email: JBeever@pmh-mb.ca

Preceptors

Students will spend time with a variety of physicians during the Rural Week experience.

Updated:
April 9, 2019 08:41 AM

Approximate Population

50,000

Number of Patient Beds

300+

Number of Physicians on Staff

Approx. 120 at BRHC

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

FM, ER, OB, Surgery, ICU, Amb Care, Psyc, OT/P

Main Source of Employment

Brandon has over 2000 businesses and the labour force is approximately 58,000 with the largest industries including a pork processing plant, fertilizer companies, metal manufacturing companies, Saputo Dairy and Pfizer as well as retail, medical, professional and government services for the surrounding area of Westman.

Interesting Features

The Assiniboine River runs through Brandon, the second largest city in Manitoba, which is a major service, recreation and referral hub for the surrounding trade area of approximately 180,000 people while the city’s population is approximately 50,000. Brandon is home to Brandon University and Assiniboine Community College. Brandon has walking/biking path the envelopes the city, over 90 parks and greenspaces, 5 golf courses, a 9 screen movie theatre, a WHL Hockey team, an Expedition League Baseball team, one National and three Provincial Parks within 1 hour, arts, cultural events, theatre, concerts, plays, ballet, festivals, fairs, rodeos, sports and countless recreational activities year round. With over 100 restaurants and over 25 bars and lounges, there is something for everyone.

Community Links

Town of Carman

Southern RHA

Visit Coordinator

Maureen Lemky
P: 204-745-3565
E: maureen.lemky@carmanhealth.ca

Carman Memorial Hospital
350 - 4th Street SW
Carman, MB R0G 0J0

Preceptors

Students will spend time with a variety of physicians.

Updated:
April 8, 2019 02:26 PM

Approximate Population

5600

Number of Patient Beds

25

Number of Physicians on Staff

3.5

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

FM, ER, Surgery

Main Source of Employment

The town provides retail and shopping facilities to a large area of south central Manitoba, with many services available. Manufacturing maintains a strong presence in the community with firms building products for the agriculture, transportation, and infrastructure sectors. Like many prairie towns, farming plays an important role in the economy, though maybe more so in Carman.

Carman's business and industrial base is steadily growing. In the past several years alone over 30 new businesses and industries have been established in the community. They have come to take advantage of the low overhead, low taxes, affordable services, and eager labor force. In addition, many are attracted by the town's proximity to Winnipeg and the U. S. border.

Interesting Features

Carman is located at the junction of Highways 3 and 13, just 40 minutes southwest of Winnipeg (the capital city of Manitoba). Carman is situated in the heart of a rich prairie agricultural belt, and just 60 kilometres north of the United States border. Carman was built on the banks of the meandering Boyne River, and incorporated as a town in 1905. The community served as an agricultural and commercial service centre to the surrounding area, and continues in that role today. Carman has also become home to a number of manufacturing firms and other businesses that have come to take advantage of all that it has to offer. The landscape around the town is made up of gently rolling prairie fields. Carman has a thriving senior-citizen population, with many attractions that make it an ideal place to retire. On the other hand, Carman's excellent education system and abundant recreation opportunities make it first choice with younger families. And for the older and younger alike, Carman is a safe place to live. It offers the security and lower crime rates that come with a rural environment.

Community Links

Town of Churchill

Visit Coordinator

Dr. Justin Bender
zeddicus81@hotmail.com

Updated:
April 8, 2019 09:50 AM

Approximate Population

813

Number of Physicians on Staff

3

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

FM, ER

Interesting Features

Churchill is a town on the West shore of Hudson's Bay in Manitoba, Canada. It is most famous for the many polar bears that move toward the shore from inland in the autumn, leading to the nickname "Polar Bear Capital of the World" that has helped its growing tourism industry.

Community Links

Pilot Mound

Crystal City

Rock Lake Health District

Visit Coordinator

Alison Fijala(CEO)
afijala@southernhealth.ca
204-873-2132

Darlene Follis(Admin)
dfollis@southernhealth.ca
204-873-2132

Preceptors

Dr.Khoury
Dr.Nejad

Updated:
April 8, 2019 02:27 PM

Number of Patient Beds

16

Number of Physicians on Staff

2

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

Family Medicine
ER

Community Links

City of Dauphin

Prairie Mountain RHA

Visit Coordinator

Lori Pakulak
Email: pakulak@pmh-mb.ca
Phone: 204-622-4187

Preceptors

Students will spend time with various physicians.

Dr. Scott Kish
Dr. Riley Smith
Dr. Sara Scott
Dr. Jason Scott

Updated:
April 8, 2019 02:28 PM

Approximate Population

8800

Number of Patient Beds

Beds Set Up 88; PCH 85 & 5 respite

Number of Physicians on Staff

30

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

FM, ER, OB, Surgery, ICU, Amb Care, OT/PT, Psyc, Chemo, Hemo

Main Source of Employment

Farming

Interesting Features

Parkland Family Medicine Residency Unit, Office of Rural & Northern Health, Riding Mountain National Park, Duck Mountain Provincial Park, Rainbow Beach Provincial Park, Dauphin Lake Golf Club, Gilbert Plains Golf Club, Squash courts, Tennis courts

Community Links

Erikdsale

Visit Coordinator

Keith Lundale
Email: klundale@mymts.net

Updated:
April 4, 2018 01:31 PM

Community Links

Flin Flon

Northern RHA

Visit Coordinator

Caroline Buhler
Phone: 204-681-3044
Email: cbuhler6@nrha.ca
Box 340
Flin Flon, MB R8A 1N2

Preceptors

Students will take time with various physicians during their stay

Updated:
April 11, 2019 10:31 AM

Approximate Population

5000

Number of Patient Beds

42

Number of Physicians on Staff

5 local physicians, 3 Nurse practitioners in the hospital supplemented with locums

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

FM, ER, Surgery, OT/PT, Primary Health Care

Main Source of Employment

Hudson Bay Mining and Smelting

Interesting Features

Friendly people - strong community. Area lakes for fishing, swimming, boating, etc. Boardwalk around Ross Lake in the centre of town. Beautiful scenery.

Visit Coordinator

Kathy Risk
Fly-In Physician Coordinator
Northern Medical Unit
Phone: 204-789-3598
Email: kathy.risk@umanitoba.ca

Updated:
April 8, 2019 02:28 PM

Community Links

Town of Gillam

Visit Coordinator

Sherry Kushniryk, Manager Health Programs
Gillam Hospital, 115 Gillam Drive
Phone: (204) 652-2600 ext. 30976
Email: skushniryk@nrha.ca

Preceptors

Dr. Cyr
Dr. McGuire
Dr. Davidson

Updated:
May 6, 2019 01:13 PM

Approximate Population

1400

Number of Patient Beds

10

Number of Physicians on Staff

1- Full Time Physician
1- Full Time Nurse Practitioner

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

ER, Amb Care, Medical clinic, long term care, pharmacy, lab/xray, mental health

Main Source of Employment

The economy of the community is bustling with numerous businesses and services located throughout the town. The community acts as a retail and shopping centre for a large number of small Northern Manitoba communities. Air or truck brings in goods and supplies, and are re-distributed to the communities that need them.

Manitoba Hydro is a major employer in the community with the existence of three generating stations and two converter stations in the immediate area. Expansion construction is also underway.

Interesting Features

Gillam is located in a wilderness paradise and has built itself a thriving tourist industry. The region is dotted with thousands of untouched lakes and streams, and the opportunities for trophy fishing are almost endless. Numerous lodges and fly-in outposts attract thousands of hunters, fishers and outdoors enthusiasts each year. Many of these travelers pass through Gillam on their way in or out of the wilderness, and many of the town's businesses capitalize on this opportunity by providing goods, supplies and accommodations.

Community Links

Gimli

Visit Coordinator

Henry Sikora
Email: henry@live.ca

Updated:
April 4, 2018 01:32 PM

Community Links

Hamiota

Prairie Mountain RHA

Hamiota Health Centre Brochure

Medical Learner Orientation Package

Visit Coordinator

Robin Cripps
Phone: 204-764-3050 Ext. 102
Email: acao@hamiota.com

75 Maple Ave
Box 100
Hamiota, MB
R0M 0T0

Preceptors

Dr. Karen Juce
Dr. D. Kristjanson
Dr. C. Breneman

Updated:
April 8, 2019 02:28 PM

Approximate Population

820

Number of Patient Beds

20 acute, 30 long term care

Number of Physicians on Staff

3

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

FM, ER, Amb Care, OT/PT, Public Health

Main Source of Employment

Health care and education are two of Hamiota's largest employers. The Hamiota District Health Centre is the town's largest employer, employing approximately 135 of residents. The Birdtail River School Division is the town's second biggest employer. Agricultural businesses also have a strong presence in the town's workforce. Hamiota remains an integral service centre to the local agricultural community. The Cargill, Agricore and Redfern Farm companies employ many of the town residents, and have recently expanded or are currently expanding in size. Hamiota also boasts Wilkract Cabinets, a local cabinet manufacturer that is also expanding. The town offers a wide range of businesses and professional trade services to its residents and visitors.

Visit Coordinator

Jennifer Gould
Jennifer.Gould@umanitoba.ca
204.372.7343

Updated:
April 9, 2019 03:14 PM

Approximate Population

1100

Interesting Features

Percy E Moore Hospital provides services the Hodgson, Fisher Branch, Fisher River, Peguis, & Kinonjeoshtegon (KFN) First Nation.

Visit Coordinator

Rachelle Bemment
Email: curlytail71@gmail.com

Updated:
March 27, 2018 12:38 PM

Community Links

Community of Lac du Bonnet

Interlake Eastern RHA

Visit Coordinator

Dr. Selena Papetti
Email: spapetti@yahoo.com
Phone: 204-345-5555
Lac du Bonnet Medical Group

Preceptors

Dr. Selena Papetti
Dr. Michel Bruneau

Updated:
April 4, 2018 01:32 PM

Approximate Population

1,069 Lac du Bonnet, Manitoba is a town in Manitoba, Canada located 115 kilometres (71 mi) northeast of Winnipeg on the west shore of the Winnipeg River. The population increases drastically in the summer months due to an influx of cottagers taking advantage of the beautiful Winnipeg River. This includes float plane pilots. The community boasts a float plane airport which services many fly-in fishing and hunting camps. Lac du Bonnet is home to the largest Canada Day fireworks display in Manitoba, which is well worth the short drive from Winnipeg to check out. A four seasons playground, they are also host to an ice fishing derby every March with a 10 000$ grand prize.

Number of Patient Beds

17 (in Pinawa)

Number of Physicians on Staff

2 & 1 NP

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

FM, ER, Cancer Care, Palliative Care, Home Visits, Walk Ins,

Interesting Features

Students are hosted by Dr Michel Bruneau (2015 Family Physician of the Year) and Dr Selena Papetti (2015 Seven Sisters Community Club WinterFest Chili Champ) along with Lisa Kroeker, NP. The Lac du Bonnet Medical Group is a brand new facility with six clinic rooms as well as a minor treatment area for procedures such as excisions and casting. Students can expect to see a wide variety of clinical cases while working in the Lac du Bonnet area. Exposures include time in the ER in Pinawa Hospital as well as the local CancerCare unit. Dr Bruneau and Dr Papetti are both quite involved with providing home visits, which students can expect to experience during their time in the area. The Lac du Bonnet Medical Group is very proud of their local community and look forward to any opportunity to show it off to interested students! Students are encouraged to e-mail or phone to set up exposures or electives. E-mail spapetti@yahoo.com Phone 204-345-5555

Visit Coordinator

Jennifer Brykaliuk
Email: minmedic@mymts.net

Preceptors

Dr. Brackenreed
Dr. Onyshko

Updated:
April 11, 2019 02:04 PM

Community Links

Town of Morden

Southern RHA

Visit Coordinator

Patti Rach
P: 204-331-8987
E: prach@southernhealth.ca
Box 2000, Stn.Main, Winkler, MB R6W 1H8

Preceptors

Dr. K. Earl
Dr. K. Convery
Dr. A. Bergman
Dr. L. Nause
Dr. H. Mansour
Dr. A. Botha
Dr. J. Zhang

Updated:
April 8, 2019 10:49 AM

Approximate Population

7800

Number of Patient Beds

140

Number of Physicians on Staff

Family Physicians = 20
Sports Medicine = 1
Pediatrician: 2

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

FM, ER, OB, Surgery, ICU, Amb Care. Psyc

Main Source of Employment

Farming plays a big role in the economic picture of the area, producing cereal grains and oil seeds and more specialized products like corn, sunflowers, potatoes and vegetables.

Interesting Features

The City of Morden is in a growth phase, both residentially and commercially. There are many factors at work, such as steadily increasing immigration, business investment, and a progressive, business-minded municipal Council that wants to maintain the distinction of being the "Best in Country Living" (Harrowsmith Magazine, 2004). There is a long history of business success stories, such as Bühler Manufacturing, Décor Cabinets, and 3M Canada. Opening in September of 2006, Boston Pizza and Tim Horton's are the latest additions to a growing number of national franchises that have selected Morden as a new location. Government also has a long history in Morden. The Federal Agricultural Research Station has been in operation for over 100 years, and many Provincial departments have regional offices in Morden.

Community Links

Town of Morris

Southern RHA

Visit Coordinator

Michelle Davis
Phone: 204-746-7342
Email: mdavis@southernhealth.ca

Preceptors

Dr. Kelta
Phone: 204-758-3031 Ext 4
Email: nkelta@southernhealth.ca

Updated:
May 7, 2019 03:01 PM

Approximate Population

2000

Number of Patient Beds

23

Number of Physicians on Staff

6 + 1 Nurse Practitioner

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

FM, ER, Amb Care, Psyc

Main Source of Employment

The economy of Morris is based on agriculture. Much of this can be easily attributed to the community's location in this fertile agricultural region.

Interesting Features

The Town of Morris is a major service provider to the surrounding agricultural community.

Morris is currently in a state of growth and development, and many opportunities exist for new business. The business community provides strong support for future trade based on its prime location along the Mid-Continent Trade Corridor. Easy access to markets in Canada, the United States and Mexico, make Morris an ideal place to locate a business. Currently, businesses and manufacturers in Morris produce and supply a variety of goods to both national and international markets

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Town of Neepawa

Prairie Mountain Health Region

Welcome to Neepawa

Visit Coordinator

Ms. Mary Ellen Clark
Phone: 204-476-6077 (c); 204-476-7821 (w)
Email: mclark@pmh-mb.ca

Preceptors

Dr. Brian Milligan
Dr. Robert Poetcker
Dr. George Ong

Updated:
March 27, 2018 12:35 PM

Approximate Population

4500

Number of Patient Beds

30

Number of Physicians on Staff

5

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

FM, ER, OB, Surgery, Amb Care, Chemo/oncology

Main Source of Employment

The economics of Neepawa and the region are strongly based in many aspects of agriculture. The rolling fields in the area support many types of crops and livestock operations. Neepawa serves as a major agricultural service centre for many of the producers in the region. Neepawa is also famous the world over for another aspect of its agriculture. Growers in Neepawa produce some of the finest lilies in the world. These beautiful flowers are shipped directly from Neepawa to many of the major international floral markets. This is what has earned the town the title of "world lily capital". As well as being an agricultural centre, Neepawa's businesses serve as a shopping and retail centre for much of the area's residents. Neepawa provides almost all of the expected retail and professional services in its bustling downtown area. Because of its beautiful location, Neepawa also attracts a number of tourists throughout the year.

Interesting Features

Neepawa is a vibrant community, located a few short hours West of Winnipeg, and 45 minutes North of Brandon, Neepawa is a great place to live, work and raise a family. We have a strong agricultural, manufacturing and tourism base and a strong transportation centre, located at the Junction of Highway #5 and the Yellowhead Highway #16.

Community Links

Open Health Niverville

Southern Health

Visit Coordinator

Chris Burnett
Phone: 204-388-6626
Email: chrisb@nivmedical.ca

Open Health Niverville
161a 2nd Ave S, Niverville, R0A 0A1
Tel 204-388-6626

Updated:
April 5, 2018 01:22 PM

Number of Physicians on Staff

2 family physicians
2 nurse practitioner's
1 physician assistant
1 Primary Health Care Nurse.

Interesting Features

Open Health Niverville is part of the Heritage Center which also houses a dental clinic, childcare, restaurant and bar, event center. It also houses a new life lease building as well as a assisted and supportive housing complex. The last part of this aging in place plan is the 80 bed personal care home.

This center sees a wide range of patient's with a significant pediatric population, Young mother's and chronic diseases. It does not have an emergency room nor does it have any hospital. Inpatient care is provided either in Winnipeg, Steinbach or St Pierre

Community Links

Norway House Community Website

Norway House Cree Nation

Norway House Health Services

Visit Coordinator

Dr. Courtney Leary
courtneycampleary@hotmail.com

Updated:
April 9, 2019 03:15 PM

Approximate Population

5,000-6,000 people some 30 km (19 mi) north of Lake Winnipeg, on the bank of the eastern channel of Nelson River, in the province of Manitoba, Canada. The community shares the name Norway House with the Norway House Cree Nation Indian Reserve (Kinosao Sipi Cree Nation).[1] Thus Norway House has both a Chief and a Mayor.

Number of Physicians on Staff

Medical response is based on the federal hospital in Norway House staffed with 5 Doctors, 15 Nurses, a Medical & Public Health Centre, and 3 Community Health Workers.

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

Community Physician's Clinic, Public Health, Telehealth, Home and Community Care Program, Physician and Consultant Services, Aboriginal Diabetes Initiative (ADI) and Health Education Resource Program, Community Wellness Program, First Nations Drinking Water Safety Program, HIV/AIDS Program, Canadian Pre-Natal and Nutrition Program (CPNP), Medical Transportation Program, Hospital Security, Dental Services, Emergency Medical Services

Main Source of Employment

The terrain, which currently severely limits economic opportunity, is primarily a granite base with little or no soil cover. Large areas are marshy and there are many small creeks, streams and rivers. Several small lakes lie in the nearby area, and much of the water-ways are dotted with Islands. Commercial fishing is conducted throughout the year. Fishers deliver their catch to the Play Green Point and Whisky Jack fish stations. Other factors in the economy are trapping and local services, as Norway House is a regional centre. Trapping occurs in the Norway House registered Trap Line Zone. Wild Rice has been seeded in shallow lakes east of Norway House. Continuing its history as a regional centre, Norway House is also a transportation centre with air carriers flying in all directions.

Interesting Features

Norway House Cree Nation provides local medical transportation services for treaty status people.

Community Links

Town of Notre Dame du Lourdes

Southern RHA

Visit Coordinator

Lysanne Delaquis
Phone: 204-248-2252
Email: ldelaquis@southernhealth.ca

Clinique Notre Dame Clinic
44 Rogers St.
Notre Dame, MB
R0G 1M0

Preceptors

Dr. Frances Berard
Dr. Emilie Coudiere
Dr. Timothy Gosselin
Nathalie Robitaille, NP

Updated:
April 8, 2019 01:57 PM

Approximate Population

700

Number of Patient Beds

10 hospital beds 60 personal care home

Number of Physicians on Staff

4 (3 physicians and 1 Nurse Practitioner)

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

FM, ER, OB, Psyc, OT/PT, PCH, Pharmacy, OB

Main Source of Employment

Notre Dame de Lourdes is predominantly an agricultural service centre that serves the region's farms.

Interesting Features

Agriculture has always been the major economic activity in Notre Dame de Lourdes. Wheat, oats, barley, flax and buckwheat are the main crops. Many farmers also specialize in dairy farms, cattle raising, hog farms, PMU farms and chicken farms.

Two of the most prominent employers in the village include the Centre de Sante Notre Dame (health centre), and the Division scolaire franco-manitobaine (francophone school division).

Notre Dame de Lourdes has a clinic with five physicians and a variety of other health care specialists (public health nurse, chiropractor, physiotherapist, dietician, radiologist, etc.), a 10-bed hospital, a 61-bed personal care home and a pharmacy.

The l'ecole elementaire Notre-Dame-de-Lourdes (Notre Dame Elementary school) and the college regional Notre-Dame, (Notre Dame Collegiate) provide educational services for the village and surrounding areas.

Services in the village also include a caisse populaire, a co-op and a transport company.

Visit Coordinator

Blair Skinner
Email: skinnerb@pinawa.com

Walter Amerongon
Email: reeveamerongen@rmwhitemouth.com

Preceptors

Dr. Manish Garg

Updated:
April 8, 2019 10:14 AM

Approximate Population

1500

Number of Patient Beds

17

Number of Physicians on Staff

3 + 1 NP in Whitemouth

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

FM & ER

Community Links

Pine Falls

Visit Coordinator

Dina Bruyere
Email: giigewigamig@gmail.com

Updated:
April 8, 2019 02:29 PM

Community Links

City of Portage la Prairie

Southern RHA

Visit Coordinator

Chris Tompkins
Phone: 204-8701134
Email: chris.tompkins@ptgclinic.ca

Brett Finney
Email: bfinney74@yahoo.com

Preceptors

Dr. B. Finney
Dr. Ed Tan
Dr. Sunit Nagra
Dr. Anthony Lewis
Dr. Jennifer St. Goddard

Updated:
April 8, 2019 09:37 AM

Approximate Population

13,000

Number of Patient Beds

90

Number of Physicians on Staff

31 docs
2 general surgeons
2 ENT
A full residency program

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

FM, ER, OB, Surgery, ICU, Amb Care, ENT

Main Source of Employment

Government, health, industry, Agri-Business

Interesting Features

Island Park, Crescent Lake, Fort la Reine Museum, Glesby Centre (Arts)

Community Links

Rankin Inlet

Visit Coordinator

Maryann Maningas
mmaningas@gov.nu.ca
(867)-645-8313

Gracie Dcunha
gdcunha@gov.nu.ca


Air travel will be arranged for students.

Updated:
April 15, 2019 08:35 AM

Approximate Population

2300

Interesting Features

The community is served by the Rankin Inlet Airport, and by annual supply sealift. Groceries and household goods can be purchased at The North West Company Northern store or at the Kissarvik Cooperative. There are two convenience stores, one being The Red Top Variety Shop formally the Innukshuk Shop and the other being Kativik True Value Hardware.

Both are locally owned and operated. There are several places to dine out which include The Wildwolf Cafe, The Captain's Galley which is in the Siniktarvik Hotel, The Quick Stop, Turrarvik Inns North, and the Sugar Rush Cafe.

Visit Coordinator

Kathy Risk
Fly-In Physician Coordinator
Northern Medical Unit
Phone: 204-789-3598
Email: kathy.risk@umanitoba.ca

Updated:
April 8, 2019 10:16 AM

Community Links

Town of Rivers

Prairie Mountain Health Region

Visit Coordinator

Gary Pomeroy
gary.pomeroy@superthrifty.com
P:204-748-1744 or 204-748-1345
501 2nd Ave Rivers, MB

Preceptors

Dr. Heather Nowasad
E: heather.nowasad@gmail.com

Dr. Mandeep Dhaliwal
Mandeepdhaliwal@yahoo.com

Dr. Anita Vermaak
Eavermaak@mymts.net

Updated:
March 27, 2018 12:41 PM

Approximate Population

1200

Number of Patient Beds

13

Number of Physicians on Staff

3

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

FM, OT/PT Community based programs (mental health, public health, home care)

Main Source of Employment

Farming, hospital, schools, small businesses

Interesting Features

Nice lake for fishing & boating, small park, beach and camping area, indoor hockey arena, train station, curling club, tennis courts, hunting, Rivers Day.

Community Links

Prairie Mountain RHA

Town of Russell

Asessippi Ski Area & Winter Park

Visit Coordinator

Kari Fouillard
Russell Ph. 204-773-7559
Birtle Ph. 204-842-2850
Email: kfouillard@pmh-mb.ca

Marg Fraser
Phone: 204-532-2316
marg_fraser@hotmail.com

Preceptors

Dr. Pieterse
Dr. Honiball

Updated:
April 9, 2019 08:43 AM

Approximate Population

1700

Number of Patient Beds

30

Number of Physicians on Staff

2

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

FM, ER

Main Source of Employment

Russell Health Centre, Russell Inn, Canola Crushing Plant, Timothy Hay Plant, Potash Mines, Agriculture, Russell PCH, Major Pratt School

Interesting Features

Asessippi Ski Area & Winter Park, Lake of the Prairies for fishing, boating & ice fishing. Golf course(s), walking trails, borders are near Riding Mountain National Park, Dusk Mountain Provincial Park, and Assiniboine River, Trans-Canada Trail, Mainstreet Revitalization & arches, large cottage development on Lake of the Prairies, Bison Ranch

Community Links

City of Selkirk

Interlake Eastern Health Region

Visit Coordinator

Lorri Beer
Phone: (204) 485 3269
Email: lbeer@ierha.ca

Updated:
April 8, 2019 02:30 PM

Approximate Population

13000

Number of Patient Beds

65

Number of Physicians on Staff

39

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

FM, ER, OB, Surgery, Amb Care, EMS, Radiology

Main Source of Employment

This city of 13,000 people has all the attractions of any major center. Manufacturing firms both large and small call Selkirk home. The multi-national Gerdeau MRM Steel Mill employs 450 people and is one of the larger steel mills on the prairies. Selkirk also hosts many smaller metal fabricating and manufacturing firms. Selkirk businesses offer many other products and services to the surrounding area. With the proximity to the Red River and some of the best catfish fishing on the continent, Selkirk has a thriving tourism industry. Anglers come from the Southern States and around the world to compete in organized derbies and to fish recreationally. Many hotels, motels, restaurants and services abound to cater to the needs of these seasonal visitors.

Interesting Features

When in Selkirk, many people try their luck at landing the "big one", a Red River Catfish. The Red River around Selkirk is known for producing some catfish weighing more than fifty pounds. The catfish has become a local mascot, as is evident by the statue of chuck The Catfish greeting visitors at the south end of Main St. Selkirk Park offers many outdoor recreational activities such as camping, team sports facilities, a swimming pool and public beach area in the summer, and cross country ski trails in the winter. The park is located on the river bank and provides easy access to the Red River for boaters and fisherman. Selkirk Park is also home to the Triple S Fair and Rodeo, attracting competitors and guests from across Canada. Located adjacent to the Selkirk Park is the Selkirk Marine Museum. The museum is dedicated to preserving the river heritage that led to the settlement of Selkirk. Among the exhibits are a number of nautical artifacts, and a number of restored ships that visitors can wander through. Much of old Downtown Selkirk is lined with historic buildings, dating back to the turn of the century and beyond. During the summer months, the city offers self guided walking tours of the area where residents and guests alike can enjoy the scenery and learn some of the history about each building. Gerdeau MRM Steel Mill, on the south end of the city, is one of the larger metal-recycling facilities on the prairies. Scrap metal of all types, from manufacturing wastes to crushed automobiles and rail cars are shipped to the facility and melted down to make new steel beams and girders.

Community Links

Town of Souris

Prairie Moiuntain Health Region

Visit Coordinator

Echo Findley- Economic Development Officer
sgcdc@mymts.net
Phone: 204-741-0631

Souris Hospital
Phone: 204-483-2121
Email: sourisclinic@pmh-mb.ca

Preceptors

Dr. David Cram
All other doctors at the clinic

Updated:
April 8, 2019 02:30 PM

Approximate Population

1800

Number of Patient Beds

43

Number of Physicians on Staff

4

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

FM, ER, OT/PT

Community Links

Village of St. Pierre Jolys

Southern RHA

Visit Coordinator

Ronald Morrice
P: 204-433-7611 (ext. 4002)
E: rmorrice@southernhealth.ca

Preceptors

Dr. Noreen Nasir
Dr. Mahmood Nasir

Updated:
May 6, 2019 10:13 AM

Approximate Population

1100

Number of Patient Beds

14-bed hospital and 22-bed personal care home

Number of Physicians on Staff

4

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

FM, ER, Amb Care, OT/PT

Main Source of Employment

The economy of the area is based largely on farming and agricultural support services. The rich fertile soil of the Red River Valley grows some of the finest grain crops on the Canadian Prairies. To the east, the soil turns rocky and sandy, and the area lends itself well to livestock production and ranching. Many large hog and poultry barns have been constructed in the local area. There is also a strong presence in the dairy sector, supplying processors in the nearby capital city of Winnipeg with raw milk. Wooded areas surrounding Saint-Pierre-Jolys are also well suited to cattle production, and the animals are left to roam in the fenced fields. Many businesses are located in the heart of the village's commercial district. Retailers offer goods and services to residents of the local communities and small manufacturers supply products to other firms locally and abroad. Many essential services are located right inside the village.

Interesting Features

The sports minded Village of Saint-Pierre-Jolys keeps active year-round, with many recreational and leisure facilities available. An arena provides a winter venue for sporting events for local residents, and hosts many competitive gatherings annually. A twenty-acre municipal park, complete with baseball diamonds and a children's play structure, offers enjoyable activities for the whole family. The Rat River Golf Course, resting on the banks of a picturesque river, is a pleasant little eighteen-hole course perfect for the recreational golfer. The local area also offers cross-country ski trails, groomed snowmobile trails, social clubs and organized sports of all types to young and old alike.

Community Links

Town of Ste. Rose du lac

Ste. Rose

Prairie Mountain Health Region

Visit Coordinator

Lisa Vandepoele
E: resprog@mymts.net
P: 204-447-2089
F: 204-447-3258

Preceptors

Dr. David O'Hagan (ohagand@mymts.net)
Dr. Catherine Gudmundson
Dr. Ashley Blais
Dr. Adeseye Soile

Updated:
April 9, 2019 04:05 PM

Approximate Population

1000

Number of Patient Beds

26

Number of Physicians on Staff

4

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

FM, AFM, First Nation visit

Main Source of Employment

The Ste. Rose du Lac area is ideally suited for cattle production. The town and surrounding area is one of the largest feeder cattle centres in Manitoba. Cattle ranching is the major source of income for local residents. Ste. Rose du Lac produces almost ten percent of the province's beef cattle, and has been declared the "Cattle Capital of Manitoba". Weekly cattle sales and auctions attract buyers from across Manitoba and Canada. The delivery of health and medical services has also become an important economic activity for the town. Ste. Rose du Lac is home to the third largest health care facility in the Parkland Region. The centre houses a 68 bed hospital and a 65 bed personal care home. It also employs dozens of local residents. The community also houses many other types of health services and medical practitioners. Ste. Rose du Lac is quickly developing into a regional centre for outlying agricultural areas and the neighbouring Aboriginal and Metis communities. A full range of business and professional services are located in the Town of Ste. Rose du Lac.

Interesting Features

Tourism and recreation activities abound in the Ste. Rose du Lac area. Riding Mountain National Park, Clear Lake, Lake Dauphin, Waterhen Lake, the Lake Manitoba Narrows, Manipogo Beach, Rainbow Beach, Ochre beach and the Mount Agassiz Downhill Ski Facility are all located within a thirty minute drive from the community.

The Town of Ste.Rose du Lac has a community centre, skating rink and curling rink with four sheets of ice. Other facilities include a town park and three large baseball diamonds.

The annual Hoof and Holler festivities are held during the October long weekend. This event features a cattle auction, indoor rodeo, a pancake breakfast, barbeques, a ranchers' banquet, dancing and numerous children's activities.

The festival offers fun for people of all ages. The festival is also a good opportunity to have fun with friends and neighbours.

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City of Steinbach

Southern RHA

Visit Coordinator

Darlene Hildebrandt, Administrative Assistant
Steinbach Family Medical
Phone: (204) 326-8888
Email: darlene@steinbachfamilymedical.com

Preceptors

Dr Karen Toews
Dr Jessica Allen
Dr Mark Duerksen
Dr David Janz
Dr Brittany Penner
Dr WIlf Kaethler
Dr Curtis Krahn
Dr Brady Kornelsen
Dr Nicole Porath
Dr Gwyn van der Byl
Dr Dan Ilchyna
Dr Ed Keeper
Dr Dennis Paige
Dr Darren Reimer
Dr Hang Trinh

Updated:
April 9, 2019 09:06 AM

Approximate Population

13,500

Number of Patient Beds

84

Number of Physicians on Staff

24 family physicians; 4 general surgeons; clinical pharmacist; My Health Team ( dietician, chronic disease nurse) Wound care nurse; shared care mental health workers

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

FM, ER, OB, Sugery, Chemo, PCH

Main Source of Employment

Steinbach has been known as the Automobile City for many years because of the many auto dealers in Steinbach. Steinbach is also home to world-class manufacturers such as Loewen, Canada's largest wood window and door manufacturer, and Bausch Health, manufacturer of time-release medication. Steinbach also provides many research and development facilities. Other major exports include concrete products and paving stone manufactured by Barkman Concrete and elevator guide rails manufactured by Canadian Guide Rail Corp., The area surrounding Steinbach is mostly agricultural-hogs, chickens, dairy, beets, potatoes, grain.

Interesting Features

Bethesda Hospital, is a fully-equipped, state-of-the-art hospital with over 80 beds. Its many health care features include an extended treatment unit, a Chemotherapy Cancer Care Unit, a Palliative Care Program, a Mobile Intervention Unit, a Medical Rehabilitation Unit, a birthing centre, and 24 hour Emergency Department. Steinbach medical clinics -Steinbach Family Medical, Oasis Medical Clinic and Clearspring Medical Clinic - house over twenty doctors who diligently serve the Steinbach region.

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Swan River

Prairie Mountain Health Region

Visit Coordinator

Cheryl Bartok, Administrative Asssitant
Swan Valley Health Centre
1011 Main Street; box 1450
Swan River, MB R0L 1Z0
Phone: (204) 734-6662
Email: cbartok@pmh-mb.ca

Preceptors

Dr. Tyler Burnside
Dr. Amin Mousavi
Dr. Adrian Fung

Updated:
April 8, 2019 02:31 PM

Approximate Population

4000

Number of Patient Beds

52

Number of Physicians on Staff

13

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

FM, ER, Surgery, Amb Care, OT/P

Main Source of Employment

The economic base of the town lies in many industries. Since its settlement, the town has thrived on agriculture. Almost fifty percent of the surrounding area is under cultivation. Most is seeded to grains and oilseeds but many producers are diversifying to specialty crops. There are also many mixed farms producing cattle, dairy, hogs, pigs and other more unique animals. The Town of Swan River is a major service centre for the agriculture industry. Woodlands around the town also support a large and prosperous forestry industry. In 1998, Swan River was awarded the Forest Capital of Canada Award for excellence and commitment to maintaining the forestry industry. Recreation and tourism are major parts of the Swan River economy too. Many hotels and motels provide accommodations to the hundreds of visitors travelling to Swan River each year to enjoy the scenery and activities available in the local area, and at neighbouring lakes and beaches.

Interesting Features

Recreation is alive in Swan River with a variety of organized programs and leisure activities. The town's recreation office offers organized sports programs in co-ed volleyball, youth soccer, men's and lady's basketball, a slo-pitch league, and fitness programs like Aqua-Size. Legion Park, located in the middle of town, has a picnic area, a playground and three baseball diamonds, one of them set up for night play. The park also has the Rotary Pathway for Active Living. A nine-hole golf course features grass greens, watered fairways, a pro shop and a licensed dining room. The Swan River Kinsmen Pool is a junior size Olympic pool that offers recreational swimming and qualified instruction in various areas of water sports and safety. Centennial Arena and the Swan River Curling Club provide venues for all types of winter activity.

Community Links

Teulon

Visit Coordinator

Nancy Duman
Email: jndumas@xplornet.ca

Updated:
April 27, 2018 02:46 PM

Community Links

The Pas Area

Northern RHA

Visit Coordinator

Stephanie Fourre
St. Anthony's General Hospital
67 1st. W. The Pas, MB
Tel: (204) 623-9559
Email: sfourre@nrha.ca

Preceptors

Dr. Kostyk
Dr. Golchin
Dr. Kuo
Dr. Almoumen
Dr. Aboulhoda
Dr. Rasool

Updated:
March 27, 2018 12:35 PM

Approximate Population

11,000

Number of Patient Beds

42

Number of Physicians on Staff

12

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

FM, ER/SCU, OG, Surgery, Amb Care, Traditional Healer, OT/PT

Main Source of Employment

The Town of The Pas serves as a major economic centre for many communities in Northwest Manitoba. Businesses in the area provide goods and services to a large number of people in the neighbouring communities. Businesses in The Pas also provide services and supplies to the local agricultural community in the area. Inputs and equipment, as well as, places to market crops can all be found in the area. The area also has a thriving tourist industry due mainly to the forested woodlands of the Canadian Shield. The areas surrounding The Pas are home to many beautiful lakes and rivers, with many scenic panoramas and secluded natural areas. The abundant forests of the area also support a strong forestry industry, supplying local producers with raw timber.

Interesting Features

The Town of The Pas has many cultural and recreational activities for local residents and visitors. Local history exhibits and travelling displays are showcased at the Sam Waller Museum, founded by a well-known and respected teacher in the area. The museum is housed in the original courthouse constructed in 1916. In its day, this building was the focal point of the town, serving as the courthouse, town hall, jail and land registry office.

Community Links

City of Thompson

Profile of Thompson

Northern Health Region

Visit Coordinator

Kailee Zimmerman
Thompson General Hospital
867 Thompson Drive South
Phone: (204) 778-1436
Fax: (204) 778-1454
Email: kzimmerman@nrha.ca

Preceptors

Students will engage with a number of physicians during the Rural Week experience.

Bring shoes appropriate for walking to Pisew Falls.

Fully furnished apartment with kitchen and internet.

Updated:
April 18, 2019 02:56 PM

Approximate Population

13,000

Number of Patient Beds

89

Number of Physicians on Staff

36

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

FM, ER, OG, Surgery, SCU, Psyc, OT/PT, Anesthesia, ENT, Chemo/Cancer Care, Long Term Care, Addictions, Pediatrics, Acute Brain Injury, Internal Med

Main Source of Employment

Thompson owes its roots to the INCO Mine, and much of the cities economic activity revolves around the mine and various supporting businesses. The city of 15,000 has a strong retail and service sector, providing residents with all the amenities one would expect only from a larger southern centre. The local trading area encompasses some 40000 people, offering extended opportunities to local business. The city has many restaurants for fine dining, many nightspots and shopping areas.

Interesting Features

The biggest attraction to Thompson is the area itself. Only minutes from downtown, residents and visitors alike can be immersed in a wilderness paradise that is an outdoor enthusiast's dream come true. Recreational activities abound on the many lakes and rivers of the area, and in the vast boreal forests Manitoba's North is known for. Hunting, fishing, canoeing, camping, swimming, and hiking are just a few of the warm weather activities available, just outside the city. When the weather turns colder, the area becomes a haven for snowmobilers and cross-country skiers and the many lakes provide ample opportunities for ice fishing. Scenic Paint Lake Provincial Park, only a half-hour away has a modern marina with boat launch, a family style campground, beaches and swimming, a picnic area, lakeside cottages, and incredible fishing.

Community Links

Town of Treherne

Prairie Mountain Health Region

Visit Coordinator

Craig & Donna Spencer
Phone: 204-723-0594
Email: spencer@inetlink.ca

Tiger Hills Medical Associates
Box 191; 64 Clark Street. Treherne, MB
Phone: (204) 723-2095

Updated:
March 27, 2018 11:59 AM

Approximate Population

1800

Number of Patient Beds

13 acute care beds and 22 PCH beds

Number of Physicians on Staff

3

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

FM, ER, Community based services (public health, mental health, home care)

Main Source of Employment

Agriculture is the main economic activity in the area and the community. Its diversification has allowed for the development of a strong and stable economic base. A number of agriculture-related businesses make Treherne a major rural service center in south central Manitoba.

Interesting Features

Treherne is a small, friendly community located in the Central Plains Region of Manitoba, on Provincial Trunk Highway 2 (the Prairie Red Coat Trail) along the Boyne River. The community is 135 kilometres southwest of Winnipeg, the Provincial Capital. The rolling lands of the Tiger Hills, creates a picturesque background for the many activities and attractions of the area. Treherne offers a wide variety of professional and retail services for people of all ages.

Community Links

Town of Vita; Wikipedia

Southern Health Region

Visit Coordinator

Stephanie Rozsa
Email: srozsa@southernhealth.ca

Vita & District Health Centre
Box 160; 217 - 1st Ave. West
Vita, MB

Preceptors

Dr. Muhanned Abood
Dr. Trish Penner
Dr. Ulna Ulanovych

Updated:
April 5, 2018 09:24 AM

Approximate Population

380

Number of Patient Beds

10

Number of Physicians on Staff

3

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

Family Medicine

Interesting Features

have a 44 bed Personal Care home that is juxtaposed to our acute care site

Community Links

City of Winker

C. W. Wiebe Medical Centre

Southern RHA

Visit Coordinator

Patti Rach, Administrative Assistant
Phone: (204) 331-8987
Email: prach@southernhealth.ca

Boundary Trails Health Centre
Box 2000 Stn Main
Winkler, MB R5W 1H8

Preceptors

Dr. M. Hesom
Dr. E. Lane
Dr. A. Dhala
Dr. S. Gacutan
Dr. D. Hunt
Dr. D. Chudley
Dr. J. Allen
Dr. K. Roberts
Dr. B. Lulashnyk
Dr. E. Thompson
Dr. A. Dyson
Dr. J. Blignaut
Dr. M. Caswill

Updated:
April 8, 2019 10:49 AM

Approximate Population

12,000

Number of Patient Beds

140

Number of Physicians on Staff

Family Physicians = 28
Surgeons = 7
Obs/Gyne = 2

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

FM, ER, OB, Surgery, ICU, Amb Care, Psyc

Main Source of Employment

Winkler is a major retail centre for much of the surrounding communities. The city also serves as a main agricultural service centre for hundreds of area farmers. The different soils in the area produce some very different crops. The clay loam soils of the Red River Valley produce some of the best grain and oilseed crops on the Canadian Prairies. The coarser, sandy soils to the west are well suited to irrigation.

Interesting Features

Winkler is a growing community noted for its industrious citizens, its agricultural diversity, and its pleasant residential neighbourhoods. Winkler is known as the industrial and shopping centre of South Central Manitoba and serves a market area of over 40000 people.

Visit Coordinator

Cyndie Blythe
Email: lblythe@pmh-mb.ca
Phone: 204-656-4492

Preceptors

Dr. Allison Carleton

Updated:
April 26, 2019 09:45 AM

Approximate Population

600

Number of Patient Beds

Personal Care Home – 20
Transitional Care - 14

Number of Physicians on Staff

1

Types of clinical/non-clinical exposures you may experience

Personal Care Home
Transitional Care Unit
Facility Respite Care
Palliative Care
Spiritual Care Services
Scheduled Outpatient Services
Inpatient/Resident Therapy Services
Home Care Program
Seniors Mental Health
Public Health
Adult Mental Health
Community Paramedicine Pilot Project
Outpatient Dietitian Services
Addictions Foundation of Manitoba
Foot care services

Main Source of Employment

Farming & Fishing.
Winnipegosis & District Health Centre- 58 employees

Interesting Features

http://www.mosseyrivermunicipality.com/