Research Manitoba

14th Annual Diabetes Research Symposium
2025-11-07 00:00 (America/Winnipeg) | Inn at the Forks, 75 Forks Market Road, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 0A2, Canada
This event has been supported through Research Manitoba’s Research Connections program.

Pulmonary Embolism Canada (PECAN) Annual Meeting
2025-11-07 00:00 | Inn at the Forks, 75 Forks Market Road, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 0A2, Canada

Business and Human Rights in Canada
2025-11-13 - 2025-11-14 | MB
At the Crossroads of Scholarship, Legislation, Litigation, Policy-making and Community Resistance
November 13-14, 2025
University of Manitoba, Faculty of Law
Robson Hall, 224 Dysart Road
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Dentistry Research Day 2026
2026-01-29 00:00 | University of Manitoba, Bannatyne Campus, Joe Doupe Concourse, 745 Bannatyne Avenue Joe Doupe Campus, Winnipeg, MB, R3E 0J9, Canada

Tech Thursday
2026-01-29 00:00 | MB
Jennifer Cleary, Research Manitoba CEO, will be presenting.
We’re thrilled to have North Forge co-host this panel exploring how investing in innovation goes beyond capital and requires commitment, leadership, and collaboration to stay competitive in a rapidly changing world.

Speakers are:
Noah Wilson, Senior Business Development Manager -Indigenous Young Entrepreneurs, Futurpreneur
Jennifer Cleary, CEO, Research Manitoba
André Brin, CEO, World Trade Centre Winnipeg

New Investigator Operating Grant Webinar
2026-02-23 13:00 - 14:00 | MB
Note: If you are having difficulty registering, you can directly access the webinar via Zoom at:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85948556578?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 859 4855 6578
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Are you an early-career researcher looking for funding opportunities?
The Research Manitoba New Investigator Operating Grant supports promising new investigators as they establish their research programs. If you’re considering applying, this informative webinar will help you navigate the process with confidence.
Join our Program Officer Ashley King, for a detailed presentation covering eligibility requirements, evaluation criteria, and expert tips to enhance your application. She will also be available to answer any questions you may have.
This webinar will be held via Zoom, information will be sent via email.

DARE Innovation Awards
2026-02-24 00:00 | Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada, 2088 Wellington Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3H 1C5, Canada
This event has been supported through Research Manitoba’s sponsorship program.
The inaugural DARE Innovation Awards, presented by Bell MTS and hosted by North Forge, will celebrate Manitoba’s entrepreneurial excellence and innovation. Honouring Dreamers, Achievers, Risk-Takers, and Entrepreneurs, the awards recognize bold vision, transformative leadership, and lasting impact.
On February 24, 2026, at the Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada, this milestone event will mark North Forge’s 10th anniversary and will be a highlight of MbTech Week, bringing together leaders from business, government, academia, and the innovation community for an evening of recognition and connection.

February 2026 Board Meeting
2026-02-25 | MB

"Where are We?": Filipino Canadian Theatre in Manitoba (Migration, Climate Change, Decolonization)
2026-03-15 09:30 - 20:00 | University of Winnipeg, Asper Building, 400 Colony Street Asper Building for Theatre and Film,, Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2P3, Canada

Knowledge exchange on research to support services for older adults
2026-03-25 00:00 | Holiday Inn South Winnipeg, 1330 Pembina Hwy, Winnipeg, MB, R3T 2B4, Canada

Ce que nous savons (et ce que nous ignorons encore) sur les gènes et les cancers du sang
2026-04-14 08:00 - 17:00 | MB
Nous en savons plus que jamais sur le développement des cancers du sang et leur réponse au traitement. Les tests génétiques permettent aux médecins de mieux comprendre ce qui se passe et d’orienter leurs décisions thérapeutiques. Cependant, de nombreuses questions importantes restent en suspens, notamment comment détecter les cancers plus tôt et qui pourrait être plus à risque.
Rejoignez-nous pour une webémission où nous dévoilerons ce que nous savons, ce que nous ignorons et ce que l’avenir nous réserve dans le domaine de la recherche génétique.
Lors de cette webdiffusion gratuite Dre Claudie Roy, MD, FRCPC, Hématologue, Programme de leucémie/greffe de moelle osseuse de Colombie-Britannique à l’Hôpital général de Vancouver et Professeure adjoint clinique, Département de médecine, Université de Colombie-Britannique abordera les thèmes suivants :
Risque et rechute : ce que les gènes peuvent (et ne peuvent pas) prédire
Pourquoi la plupart des cancers du sang ne sont pas héréditaires
Comment les tests génétiques orientent le diagnostic et le traitement
Ce que les nouvelles approches pourraient signifier pour une détection plus précoce.
Dre Claudie Roy
Dre Claudie Roy a complété sa formation en hématologie à l’Université de Montréal en 2019. Elle a par la suite entrepris une formation supplémentaire touchant la leucémie aiguë et la thérapie cellulaire en Colombie Britannique avec le Leukemia/Bone Marrow Transplant Program of British Columbia. Depuis septembre 2021, elle occupe un poste au sein de ce même programme et offre des soins aux patients atteints de cancer hématologique ou insuffisance médullaire. Ses intérêts cliniques et de recherche sont principalement en lien avec la greffe de cellules souches hématopoïétiques allogénique.

Small Peace, Petit Love: Everyday Acts in Peaceable Communities
2026-04-17 00:00 - 2026-04-18 00:00 | University of Manitoba, Fort Garry Campus, St. Paul’s College, 70 Dysart Rd St. Paul's College, Winnipeg, MB, R3T 2M6, Canada

35th Annual Canadian Conference on HIV/AIDS Research
2026-04-23 00:00 - 2026-04-26 00:00 | RBC Convention Centre, 375 York Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 3J3, Canada

The Indian Hospital System – Its History and Impacts
2026-04-23 12:00 - 13:30 | University of Manitoba, Bannatyne Campus, 727 McDermot Avenue Brodie Centre, Winnipeg, MB, R3E 3P5, Canada
RSVP by Apr 21, 2026
A public lecture by Dr. Mike DeGagné, Community Engagement Facilitator for the Indian Hospital Foundation, on Thursday, April 23 at 12 p.m.
Dr. DeGagné will examine the origins of the Indian hospital system, its impacts on Indigenous health, how the Hardy settlement intended to address these issues and, ultimately, the Indian hospital impact on Reconciliation.
We recognize the sensitivity of this history and the ongoing impacts. Wellness supports will be available onsite. All are welcome to attend in a spirit of learning, respect and remembrance.
Frederic Gaspard Theatre (formerly Theatre A), Bannatyne Campus, Basic Medical Sciences Building
Dr. Mike DeGagné is a member of the Animakee Wa Zhing 37 First Nation whose career has focused on Indigenous education, healing and community wellbeing, including his leadership as President & CEO of Indspire and as the founding Executive Director of the Aboriginal Healing Foundation.
RSVP by April 21, 2026, for this important conversation.
If you have any questions, please email Renata.Castro@umanitoba.ca
Registration link

38th Annual Canadian Society of Immunology Conference
2026-04-26 00:00 - 2026-04-29 00:00 | RBC Convention Centre, 375 York Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 3J3, Canada

Riverview Health Centre Grant Competition
2026-04-30 | MB
Riverview Health Centre is proud to sponsor an Annual Research Competition, in recognition of the important role research plays in enhancing the quality of life of residents and people we serve, and their care partners. $15,000 is available to investigators to support projects in the research areas of dementia, rehabilitation, palliative care and long-term care. Interdisciplinary projects are encouraged.
An additional $5,000, provided by Riverview Health Centre Foundation, is available to postgraduate student and post-medical school resident/fellow research projects (for costs to run project; not for student bursary). More than one project may be funded in this competition. All studies must include Riverview Health Centre, Winnipeg, MB, Canada, as a site for their research.
The deadline is April 30, 2026
For more information, contact Prof Brian Lithgow, Chair, Research Committee blithgow@rhc.mb.ca.

Manitoba Materials Conference 2026
2026-05-05 00:00 | University of Manitoba, Fort Garry Campus, Price Faculty of Engineering, 75A Chancellors Circle Price Faculty of Engineering, Winnipeg, MB, R3T 5V6, Canada

The Two-Spirit, Trans, and Allied Gathering: On Prisons and Conditions of Confinement
2026-05-07 00:00 - 2026-05-08 00:00 | University of Winnipeg, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2E9, Canada

43rd Annual Spring Research Symposium
2026-05-07 09:00 - 16:00 | University of Manitoba, Fort Garry Campus, University Centre, 66 Chancellors Drive 210-214 University Centre, Winnipeg, MB, R3T 2N2, Canada
Join the Centre on Aging to hear speakers discuss their latest aging related research on a variety of topics during presentation and poster sessions. Connect with community organizations in the exhibitor hall and learn about Age-Friendly University resources available at the University of Manitoba.
The Symposium is free to attend, but registration is required and will be open until April 26. This year’s Symposium will take place in a hybrid format. Join us in person or stream sessions virtually:
May 7, 2026 | 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
University of Manitoba
2nd floor Multi-Purpose Room֪, UMSU University Centre, 65 Chancellor Circle

Research Connections Webinar
2026-05-08 13:00 - 14:00 | MB
Join the Research Connections Program webinar to gain practical guidance on preparing a competitive application before our May 2022 evaluation date. This session will highlight key tips drawn from past submissions, including what reviewers look for in strong proposals and common pitfalls to avoid. Attendees will learn how to clearly articulate partnerships, demonstrate impact, and align with program priorities. The webinar will also include a live question-and-answer period, providing an opportunity to address specific questions and strengthen your approach before applying.
For more information on Research Connections, please review the application and program guide at: Research Connections – Research Manitoba

Please RSVP using the below link:

Register Now

or email hope.holmes@researchmb.ca to register

Shaping Research Together: A Conversation on Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) in Manitoba
2026-05-11 00:00 | Millennium Library, 251 Donald Street Carol Shields Auditorium, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 3P5, Canada

Indigenous and Disability: A Gathering for Inclusive and Equitable Health Research
2026-05-15 00:00 | Hyatt House Winnipeg-South, 700 Sterling Lyon Parkway, Winnipeg, MB, R3P 1J9, Canada

Research Connections Spring Deadline
2026-05-22 | MB
The Research Connections Grant supports events that bring people together to share knowledge, spark collaboration, and strengthen Manitoba’s research community. Funding is available for conferences, workshops, and other gatherings that promote the exchange of ideas across disciplines and sectors. Whether you are connecting researchers, practitioners, policymakers, or community partners, this grant helps create meaningful opportunities for dialogue, learning, and impact.

Research Connections – Research Manitoba

Innovation Proof-of-Concept Spring 2026 Webinar
2026-05-25 10:00 - 11:00 | MB
Are you planning to apply for Research Manitoba’s Innovation Proof-of-Concept (IPoC) Grant and want to put your best foot forward? Join us for a thorough webinar and Q&A hosted by Sneha Das, Program Officer, designed to help you navigate the application process with confidence and clarity.
This information session is for those preparing to apply for the upcoming IPoC competition. We will conduct a presentation covering all eligibility requirements, walk through the application process, and provide tips to help strengthen your proposal. Following the presentation, there will be an opportunity to have your questions answered directly.
Topics:

Eligibility requirements for the IPoC Grant
Application process and evaluation criteria
Tips for preparing a strong application
Common applicant questions

RSVP by May 22, 2026 to helpdesk@researchmb.ca. Zoom links will be sent out prior to the event.
Event is on May 25, 2026 from 10 to 11 am

Threads of Resilience: Strengthening Canada's Capacity for Secure Global Collaboration
2026-05-26 00:00 - 2026-05-27 00:00 | Fort Garry Hotel, 222 Broadway, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 0R3, Canada

Growing Home: Reimagining Indigenous Food Systems in Manitoba
2026-05-29 00:00 - 2026-05-30 00:00 | Canadian Museum for Human Rights, 85 Israel Asper Way, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 0L5, Canada

Manitoba Digital Agriculture Symposium
2026-06-05 | University of Manitoba, Fort Garry Campus, Price Faculty of Engineering, 75A Chancellors Circle Price Faculty of Engineering, Winnipeg, MB, R3T 5V6, Canada
This event has been supported through Research Manitoba’s Research Connections program.
This event begins at 8:30am
For more information, please view the official site at https://umanitoba.ca/agricultural-food-sciences/manitoba-digital-agriculture-symposium-2026

Falling Walls Lab Manitoba
2026-06-10 16:30 - 20:00 | University of Manitoba, Fort Garry Campus, Fort Garry Campus, Winnipeg, MB, R3T 2N2, Canada
This event has been supported through a Research Manitoba sponsorship.

Experience rapid-fire pitches of groundbreaking ideas at the Falling Walls Lab Manitoba Finale

2026 Manitoba Sustainable Protein Research Symposium
2026-06-23 00:00 | Fort Garry Hotel, 222 Broadway, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 0R3, Canada

Crossing[Out] Borders 27th Annual Media Ecology Association Conference
2026-06-25 00:00 - 2026-06-28 00:00 | University of Winnipeg, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2E9, Canada
