The pattern of healthcare costs before and after a cancer diagnosis may differ according to immigration status and sex. The main aim of this study is to compare the healthcare costs of immigrants and non-immigrants before and after a cancer diagnosis. Another aim is to compare the differences in healthcare cost patterns between immigrants and […]

This project will be led by one intern and aims to enhance the GFIT Wellness app by developing and integrating two main features: (1) a Workout Logging System, and (2) a Smart Workout Generator powered by wearable device data. The intern will manage all aspects of the project—from backend development to front-end integration—while applying Agile […]

This project addresses the growing challenge of vacant and derelict properties in Winnipeg’s Spence Neighbourhood by exploring practical strategies to convert them into affordable and sustainable housing. The research will examine the main barriers to housing redevelopment, including high construction costs, complex zoning regulations, limited financing, and low incentives for property owners to invest in […]

This project will support the West End Resource Centre (WERC) by helping plan and promote community events that meet the needs of local residents. As the intern, I will help organize events, connect with community members, and create easy-to-follow guides so future events can run smoothly. I will also look at survey results to learn […]

This project will help MLPD redevelop and improve accessibility audit materials and expand their work to include partnerships with Indigenous communities

This project, led by the Rural Development Institute (RDI) and Rural Manitoba Economic Development (RMED), aims to understand the key trends and challenges facing rural communities in Manitoba. Many rural communities struggle due to limited access to reliable, local data. This makes it hard for decision-makers like mayors, planners, and local leaders to create effective […]

The proposed project is to aid the Heartwood Healing center, a therapy center that supports individuals affected by childhood sexual abuse. The project aims to grow the centers communications efforts by enhancing its online engagement, hosting community events and forming new partnerships with other organizations. By expanding their reach and collaborations, the project will allow […]

JustCity Oak Table (Oak Table) is a non-profit organization in Winnipeg that operates a community outreach center that provides marginalized community members with hospitality, advocacy, and culturally relevant support. Serving between 100 and 150 guests daily, many of whom are Indigenous, experiencing homelessness or coping with mental illness. Oak Table provides individuals with a safe […]

Engaging on-site at ArtsJunktion to acclimate to the environment. Responsibilities will encompass organizing the received donations, designing three distinct craft workshops, assisting during shopping days for craft supplies available to those in need, and offering support to the program coordinator. This involvement will advantage the organization by contributing an additional staff member to provide assistance […]

Looking into vacant buildings in the Spence Neighbourhood in Winnipeg’s West End. I will be updating their record of vacant buildings in the neighbourhood, developing survey questions for owners of vacant buildings, and working with the City of Winnipeg to analyze by-law enforcement and emergency vehicle responses. This will help the organization work to reduce […]

This project explores the feasibility of using a hybrid sensing system that combines Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (NIR) and Electronic Nose (E-Nose) technologies, enhanced by machine learning, to detect early signs of spoilage and contamination in stored grains. By analyzing changes in grain structure and gas emissions, the study contributes to ongoing research on reliable, non-destructive, and […]

We have developed a novel data augmentation procedure that significantly enhances machine learning-based classification of different brain imaging scans. Having successfully demonstrated proof-of-concept in a rodent model, we are now expanding this approach to clinical applications in humans. Specifically, we aim to utilize this technology to identify early biomarkers of neurodegenerative diseases, enabling personalized treatment […]