Candidates - Spring 2026 - With empty positions

3 key points

1. Strengthen and sustain a more collaborative, restructured Global Health portfolio
2. Advance longitudinal initiatives in Indigenous health, planetary health, and sustainability
3. Enhance student engagement through accessible opportunities, strong representation, and efficient operations

Hello everyone! My name is Aissam, and I’m excited to run for a second term as VP Global Health.

Over the past year, this role has been incredibly meaningful to me, not only because of my longstanding commitment to health equity, but also because of the tangible progress we’ve made together. Having grown up in a low- and middle-income country, I’ve seen firsthand how structural factors shape access to care, and I continue to carry that perspective into my training and my work within MSS.

This year, my priority was to transform the Global Health Committee into a more active,
collaborative, and structured space. We introduced biweekly meetings with Local Officers, significantly increasing engagement and inter-portfolio collaboration. I also strengthened our visibility and accessibility by launching a dedicated Instagram page and Gmail account, and by designing a new visual identity for the committee.

To better reflect the evolving scope of global health, I expanded the committee by introducing two new portfolios – Planetary Health and Indigenous Health – and recruited dedicated Local Officers for each. I also added an Operations & Logistics Officer to improve internal coordination. Alongside this, I streamlined our internal systems by restructuring our shared drive and ensuring continuity through clear documentation.

At a structural level, I led the development and successful passage of a motion to reorganize the Global Health portfolio. This new model reduces redundancy, strengthens collaboration and ensures broader representation, particularly by formally integrating the Outaouais campus and amplifying its voice within MSS. I also established a memorandum of agreement with IFMSA-QC to ensure that McGill students fully benefit from our dual membership.

Beyond structural work, I contributed to the planning of events such as our World AIDS Day screening and the Innovation x Global Health panel, while advancing longitudinal initiatives like the Indigenous Medical Accompaniment Program and a sustainability initiative for the anatomy lab. I also ensured consistent representation of McGill at CFMS roundtables and remained actively engaged at both Executive and General Council levels.

Why I’m running again
A key motivation for seeking a second term is to ensure that the structural changes we’ve implemented are not only maintained but fully realized. We now have a strong, motivated team and a much more solid foundation. My goal is to build on this momentum by improving efficiency, supporting our Local Officers, and bringing our longitudinal initiatives to fruition.

If re-elected, I will continue working toward a Global Health portfolio that is collaborative, sustainable, and responsive to student interests, while creating meaningful opportunities for engagement grounded in equity and social accountability.

With the team and foundation we now have, I’m excited to take this work even further,
together!

3 key points

1. Foster inclusive and supportive environments
   Create safe spaces for dialogue, ensure students feel heard, and act as a point of contact for concerns
   related to discrimination or exclusion.
2. Improve accessibility and engagement in EDI initiatives
   Develop centralized access to opportunities, strengthen collaboration across student groups, and ensure
   all students can meaningfully participate.
3. Promote lasting and meaningful change
   Work with the Faculty and student groups to integrate EDI into the curriculum, highlight diverse student
   experiences, and build a culture where everyone feels valued and represented.

I am writing to express my interest in the position of Vice-President of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (VP EDI) with the Medical Students’ Society (MSS). I believe that my experience in advancing equity-focused initiatives makes me a strong candidate for this role.

Why EDI matters
For me, equity, diversity, and inclusion are about ensuring that everyone feels included, respected, and welcome. Our learning environment should reflect the diversity of the society we serve, allowing all students to feel that they truly belong. These principles must go beyond theory and be reflected in everyday practices within medical education and student life.
This includes recognizing and addressing systemic inequities, fostering spaces where all students feel safe and valued, and ensuring that education and initiatives reflect a wide range of perspectives and lived experiences. It also means working collaboratively to build a community that is genuinely inclusive and supportive.

My experience
I am a first-year medical student at McGill with a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in medical education. I am a member of the Fédération médicale étudiante du Québec (FMEQ) Permanent EDI Committee, where I contribute to initiatives addressing systemic barriers in medical training. As an EDI Officer at McGill, I support efforts to foster a more inclusive and equitable learning environment.
Prior to medical school, I completed a master’s degree in public health, which strengthened my understanding of health inequities and the importance of inclusive and responsive systems. I have also worked with diverse populations, which has further shaped my perspective on creating inclusive environments in both education and care settings.

My Vision
If elected as VP EDI, I aim to build on existing initiatives while introducing concrete and sustainable actions to strengthen
inclusivity within the MSS. Specifically, I plan to:

• Support safe and inclusive learning environments by advocating for spaces where students can openly discuss
  experiences related to discrimination, bias, and identity, and by collaborating with MSS leadership to address
  student concerns.
• Act as a point of contact for students reporting discriminatory or inappropriate experiences and ensure appropriate
  support and guidance
• Collaborate with the Faculty to promote the integration of EDI principles within the curriculum and contribute to a
  more supportive campus environment
• Improve accessibility to opportunities by promoting EDI-related events, mentorship opportunities, and fostering
  initiatives, ensuring all students are informed and able to participate.
• Promote education on health inequities by organizing workshops and discussions on topics such as social
  determinants of health, cultural humility, and anti-racism in medicine, in collaboration with faculty and community
  partners.
• Recognize and highlight the diverse paths and contributions of students, including those with non-traditional
  backgrounds, lived experiences, or additional responsibilities such as parenthood, in order to foster a culture that
  values all journeys and efforts
• Ensure EDI principles are meaningfully integrated within interest groups and activities so that all students feel
  welcomed and represented
• Build connections with EDI committees across faculties and organizations such as the FMEQ to share best practices
  and strengthen collective efforts through joint events, panels, and resource sharing

3 key points

1. Mieux connecter les étudiant(e)s entre les campus
   Pour que les ressources, événements et opportunités en ÉDI soient visibles et accessibles à tout le monde.
2. Offrir des outils ÉDI concrets et utiles au quotidien
   Pas seulement des discussions — mais des formations et ressources que vous pouvez réellement utiliser en stage, en classe et dans vos implications.
3. Rendre l’environnement étudiant plus accessible et inclusif
   En tenant compte des réalités linguistiques, culturelles et sociales de notre communauté.

Je m’appelle Janeva Shahi, étudiante de deuxième année en médecine au Campus Outaouais. Mon engagement en équité repose avant tout sur une question simple: comment faire en sorte que chaque étudiant(e) se sente réellement inclus(e), entendu(e) et soutenu(e) dans son parcours?

Cette année, j’ai eu la chance de m’impliquer comme commissaire à l’équité au MSS et au comité ÉDI de la FMEQ. Ces expériences m’ont permis de voir concrètement ce qui fonctionne, mais aussi ce qui manque encore — notamment en termes de communication, d’accessibilité et de continuité entre les initiatives.

Au MSS, j’ai co-organisé le “EDI Roundtable,” un espace d’échange avec les clubs et groupes étudiants pour réfléchir à des idées pour mieux appliquer les principes d’équité au sein de leurs organisations. Ce que j’en retiens surtout, c’est que les étudiant(e)s veulent s’impliquer en ÉDI, mais manquent souvent d’outils concrets, de ressources accessibles et de connexions entre les campus.

En parallèle, en tant que coordonnatrice ÉDI du ICUBP, j’ai travaillé à développer des
formations et à co-développer des outils d’évaluation ÉDI publiés, ce qui a renforcé mon approche structurée, collaborative et axée sur des résultats mesurables. J’aimerais appliquer ce modèle en tant que modèle pour le poste de vice-présidente ÉDI et le comité d’équité.
Ces expérience m’a fait appris que l’ÉDI devient vraiment utile lorsqu’elle est claire, concrète et directement applicable. Mes priorités incluent:

• Une plateforme ÉDI intercampus simple, utile et accessible
  Je veux mettre en place une plateforme centralisée (bilingue) où vous pourrez facilement trouver des opportunités (implications, recherches, événements), des ressources ÉDI, et des initiatives étudiantes à travers les campus. L’objectif sera d’arrêter de perdre l’information et mieux connecter les étudiant(e)s entre eux.
• Des formations ÉDI pratiques (et réellement utiles)
  Je propose de développer des ateliers interactifs et concrets, inspirés de ce que j’ai déjà mis en place des situations cliniques réelles, outils de communication inclusive, et des notions de sécurité culturelle. L’idée est simple: vous donner des outils que vous pouvez réellement utiliser, pas seulement des concepts théoriques.
• Une meilleure accessibilité au Campus Outaouais
  Je veux travailler sur des ressources plus accessibles et adaptées, comme des guides simples et pratiques, contenu multilingue, et des outils pour mieux naviguer les ressources disponibles—Parce que personne ne devrait se sentir perdu(e) ou exclu(e) du système.
  

Pour moi, l’ÉDI ne devrait pas être quelque chose de distant ou théorique — ça devrait êtrequelque chose que vous ressentez concrètement dans votre quotidien étudiant. Je veux contribuer à créer un MSS où les étudiant(e)s sont mieux informé(e)s, mieux soutenu(e)s, et réellement inclus(e)s.

Si vous me faites confiance comme VP ÉDI, je m’engage à garder une approche accessible, concrète et centrée sur les étudiant(e)s.

3 key points

1. Centralize MSS Clubs: Put all club info, events, and contacts on one platform to make involvement easier for students.
2. Use Funding Smarter: Reduce overlap between clubs and encourage collaboration to maximize the impact of MSS funding.
3. Improve Communication: Streamline contact, reporting, and coordination between MSS and clubs across both campuses.

My platform focuses on making MSS clubs more accessible, better funded, and better coordinated for all students. Building on the previous year, I want to integrate MSS clubs into a single hub for all club information, events, and contacts. This would make it easier for students to discover opportunities, attend events, and get involved, while also simplifying communication between MSS and club executives. By maintaining a standardized club directory and shared events calendar, we can reduce confusion, improve visibility, and strengthen engagement across both the Montreal and Outaouais campuses.
I want to maximize the impact of club funding by reducing redundancy between clubs and encouraging collaboration on similar initiatives. By reviewing club mandates, budgets, and activities in a centralized system, MSS can better allocate resources, support joint programming, and ensure that funding is used efficiently and equitably. My goal is to create a more transparent, connected, and sustainable club ecosystem that benefits both club leaders and MSS members.

Why I’m Running
We are at an inflection point. This year’s provincial election is a defining moment for healthcare in Quebec. The decisions made in the coming months will shape training environments, scope of practice, workforce distribution, and the very conditions under which our generation will practice medicine. Parties are writing platforms, candidates are knocking on doors, and policy windows that rarely open are opening right now.
I’m running to ensure that our voices as medical students are heard, but also reflected in real, institutional change. I believe that McGill can lead the conversation on medical advocacy across the province, and the country.

About Me
Having served as a former intern at the Office of the Prime Minister, and having had the
opportunity to meet with members of parliament over the past year on healthcare policy, I’ve had the privilege of building meaningful relationships across different levels of government, working at the intersection of national policy and health advocacy. I’ve come to learn how to navigate politics and turn ideas into results.
From briefing high-level decision-makers in Ottawa to mobilizing grassroots student initiatives in Montreal, I’ve learned how to turn consultation into action and ideas into impact.
But more importantly, I’ve come to believe that advocacy is about being the most accountable to the people you represent.

My Platform
If elected, I will prioritize gathering student input through open forums, surveys, and one-on-one conversations, then turn that input into clear, evidence-based policy positions rooted in what students care about. These positions will be designed to produce tangible outcomes.
I also want McGill to have a stronger voice in both provincial and federal advocacy.
Whether it’s addressing Bill 19, rural health access, or workforce planning, I’ll work to make sure our local concerns, especially those specific to Quebec’s francophone context, are part of national discussions.
After key meetings or decisions, I will keep you informed with brief, transparent updates
so that our advocacy work remains clear and easy to follow. I want everyone to know what we’re working on, where progress is being made, and what still needs attention.
Finally, I believe advocacy works best when it’s inclusive. By encouraging collaboration with student groups already doing important work (whether that is in equity, public health, or rural medicine), I believe we can align our efforts and strengthen our collective impact.

3 key points

3 key points

1. Make opportunities clear and easy to access: I want to simplify how students get involved. Whether it is in research, career exploration, or community initiatives, I want to help create clearer entry points and improve visibility of opportunities, thus helping you to connect with the right people at the right time.
2. Strengthen communication and representation: I will maintain open and consistent communication with students to ensure that concerns are actually heard and addressed. I will also advocate for improvements so that representation feels active and responsive. I will do more than hearing you, we will together build our campus’ future thanks to your feedback.
3. Build on what already works and follow through: Rather than reinventing the system, I will improve what already exists and make resources function better to ensure that initiatives are carried through in a structured, sustainable way.

I am running for MSS Outaouais President to improve the student experience in Gatineau. I want to make resources easier to access, opportunities clearer to navigate, and communication more consistent. We already have strong resources and dedicated people around us. My goal is to build on what already exists and make it work better for everyone.

Research Accessibility

Many students are interested in research, but knowing where to start can be unclear. I will facilitate connections between students and researchers in the region and create clearer entry points, so students easily know who to contact and how to get involved.

Career Exploration

It is often difficult to understand different specialties without direct exposure. I want to make it easier for students to explore their interests early and confidently. Thus, I will support access to mentorship, shadowing, and informal discussions with physicians from multiple specialties.

Community Involvement

There are many meaningful opportunities to get involved locally, especially in areas like mental health.
I will:

• Improve visibility of volunteering opportunities in Gatineau
• Help centralize information on how to get involved throughout the year
  

Representation and Communication

Representation should be active and responsive. I want to hear your feedback. I also want to hear your suggestions! I will ensure open and consistent communication with students. I will also ensure that concerns and feedback are heard and addressed, and advocate for improvements.

Student Life

Student experience goes beyond academics! Events and services all contribute to daily student life. I will ensure proper communication about events and that all needs are met for new initiatives. I aim to do things properly and sustainably. I will also ensure that all the initiatives above are followed through and completed.

Most importantly, I will listen to your ideas and feedback throughout the process.

3 key points

1. Représentation forte et engagé
2. Communication transparente et efficace
3. Leadership et soutient du conseil

Bonjour à toutes et tous,

Je m’appelle Jérémy et c’est avec beaucoup d’enthousiasme que je pose ma candidature pour le poste de Président(e) exécutif(ve) de la MSS Outaouais.

Ayant grandi en Outaouais, j’ai à cœur de faire une réelle différence dans notre communauté étudiante et de contribuer à faire rayonner le campus de l’Outaouais. Mon parcours en kinésiologie et en physiothérapie à McGill Montréal m’a permis de développer une vision concrète des réalités étudiantes des deux campus.

Sur le plan associatif, mon expérience en tant que vice-président aux finances de l’association étudiante de physiothérapie et d’ergothérapie, m’a permis de développer des compétences en gestion, en collaboration, en organisation et en représentation étudiante.

Cumulant plus d’une dizaine d’années dans le sport compétitif, j’ai développé un bon esprit d’équipe, une grande discipline, ainsi que des compétences solides en communication et en gestion de conflits.

Aujourd’hui, je souhaite mettre ces expériences au service de l’ensemble des étudiants. Je veux faire du campus Outaouais un milieu de vie reconnu, attractif et rassembleur. Pour se faire, j’aimerais augmenter la visibilité du campus auprès du campus Montréal et des instances externes.

La communication sera au cœur de mon mandat. J’assurerai une transmission d’information fluide, efficace et transparente, autant auprès de l’administration qu’auprès des étudiants. L’objectif sera de faire valoir les intérêts de tous les étudiants.

Comme président, je serai un porte-parole accessible, ouvert et engagé. Je soutiendrai les membres du conseil en leur fournissant les outils nécessaires pour exceller dans leur rôle.

En somme, j’ai à cœur les intérêts de tous les étudiants et la mission du campus Outaouais. Ensemble, faisons du campus un lieu où chaque étudiant se sent représenté et épanoui.

3 key points

1. Représenter notre campus de manière inclusive et authentique
2. Favoriser une communication transparente et une collaboration solide entre les membres et les organisations
3. Assurer une présence pour que chacun se sente informé, écouté et
   impliqué.

Bonjour à tous!
Je m’appelle Fabienne et c’est avec fierté que je présente ma candidature au poste de présidente exécutive.
Je suis quelqu’un d’enjouée, sérieuse, présente et proactive, et il me ferait plaisir de représenter notre communauté étudiante de Gatineau. Ce campus est devenu un endroit très spécial pour moi, et c’est pourquoi ce serait un honneur de représenter notre communauté et ses étudiants engagés.

Ayant été infirmière clinicienne à l’urgence pédiatrique pendant plus de deux ans, je performe dans un environnement dynamique axé sur la résolution de problèmes. J’ai développé mes habiletés d’adaptation, mon bon jugement et une aisance à évoluer dans un environnement qui me met à l’épreuve. J’aime avoir un impact positif sur les gens autour de moi, et je crois pouvoir être une voix engagée et à l’écoute pour le campus de Gatineau.

La prochaine année s’annonce remplie de défis, et je suis motivée à les relever avec vous dans un esprit de collaboration et de solidarité. Je vous représenterai au meilleur de mes capacité et souhaite faire avancer les choses.

Pour vous, je m’engage à:

• Représenter notre campus de manière inclusive et authentique
• Favoriser une communication transparente et une collaboration solide entre les
  membres et les organisations
• Assurer une présence pour que chacun se sente informé, écouté et
  impliqué.

Merci beaucoup pour votre confiance et au plaisir de poursuivre cette belle aventure avec vous!

3 key points

1. Soutenir notre futur(e) président(e) dans ses responsabilités
2. Développer des partenariats financiers et communautaires locaux et durables
3. Assurer une représentation et une écoute active des besoins et intérêts des étudiants de notre campus

Je m’appelle Pascale et je me présente comme candidate au poste de VP exécutive et aux finances pour le Campus Outaouais. Mon expérience comme secrétaire de mon ancienne association étudiante et en organisation d’évènements m’a permis de développer de bonnes compétences en gestion administrative, en coordination et en communication. Je souhaite m’impliquer et mettre ces forces au service de notre campus!

En plus de soutenir notre futur(e) président(e), je veux contribuer à un campus organisé et à l’écoute de ses étudiants, tout en assurant une gestion responsable, et transparente des finances du campus. Un de mes objectifs est de soutenir les clubs et projets étudiants avec les partenariats financiers et communautaires.

En 3 mots, ma plateforme est basée sur la collaboration, la transparence et l’écoute!

3 key points

1. Consolider nos partenariats actuels tout en élargissant notre réseau de commanditaires dans la région / Consolidate our current sponsors while expanding our network with businesses and organizations in the region
2. Offrir davantage de ressources pour encourager l’organisation d’événements cliniques et
   enrichir l’expérience étudiante / Provide more resources to encourage the organization of clinical events and enrich the overall student experience
3. Optimiser les espaces d’étude, les installations et les services afin de soutenir pleinement la vie étudiante / Continuously improve campus infrastructure Enhance study spaces, facilities, and student‑life environments to better support our community

Hello McGill students of the Outaouais Campus. My name is Benjamin Pérez, B.Eng, M.Eng, and I am currently running for the position of MSS Executive Vice-President and Finances for our campus.
I am already actively involved in student life through my roles in the COPS and Code Bleu clubs, where I have helped organize and create numerous events, as well as through my participation in the UGME campus improvement committee. I am now looking to contribute more by submitting my candidacy.
We already have a strong list of sponsors who visit our campus each year to meet with students and offer meals and gifts to the entire cohort. I want to continue nurturing these relationships early in the semester—ideally during or before the summer—to secure their return to our campus. In addition, I hope to strengthen our presence in the region by collaborating with local institutions and showcasing the positive impact our campus has on the Gatineau community. I have already begun visiting local businesses to introduce our campus and discuss potential sponsorship opportunities.
I would also like to reach out to Scotiabank, where I currently hold my student accounts, to explore whether they would be interested in engaging with our campus.
Beyond local businesses, I plan to contact organizers of major regional events—such as BluesFest, the Festival des Montgolfières, and IglooFest—to inquire about sponsorship opportunities and potential partnerships.
Another initiative I hope to lead is organizing a sponsored talk with the CISSSO PDG. This event would give students the chance to voice concerns about the state of healthcare in the region before entering the CaRMS process.
I am convinced that one of our campus’s greatest strengths is the rich diversity of our student clubs. They provide invaluable opportunities to develop skills before and during clinical rotations. As an active member of many clubs myself, I see several areas where improvements can be made. I would like to allocate more funding, resources, and staff support to help clubs organize events and continue to thrive.
As a member of the UGME committee—which oversees improvements across both the Montreal and Outaouais campuses—I meet monthly with McGill’s upper administration. I intend to use this role in the coming year to advocate for our campus and bring forward the concerns of our students.
Some of the improvements I would like to pursue include increasing the capacity of study spaces, enhancing the functionality of our locker areas, and upgrading the equipment and facilities in our cafeteria.
I have many more ideas that I just can’t fit in this short text. Please come talk to me, it will be my pleasure to converse with you all and listen to what you have to say or if you have suggestions.

Bonjour à tous!

Je m’appelle Laurie et je me présente au poste de vice-présidente externe pour le campus de l’Outaouais, car je tiens à ce que la voix unique de notre campus soit véritablement entendue. Je suis quelqu’un de structurée, qui aime collaborer et surtout motivée à m’impliquer pour les autres. J’ai eu l’occasion de participer à plusieurs projets de recherche, dont une maîtrise en sciences biomédicales, ce qui m’a permis de développer des compétences en communication, en coordination et en synthèse d’informations.

Étant un campus délocalisé, notre réalité est différente de celle des grands centres et je veux m’assurer que nos intérêts soient représentés au niveau provincial et national. Mon objectif est simple : aider les étudiants à se sentir écoutés, bien représentés et connectés à ce qui se passe à l’externe. Mais au-delà de ça, je suis fière d’être au campus Outaouais, et j’ai envie que cette fierté se reflète dans la façon dont on est représentés à l’extérieur.

Si je suis élue, je m’engage à :

– Recueillir de manière proactive les préoccupations des étudiants par le biais de discussions, de sondages et d’une présence sur le campus

– Représenter fidèlement vos intérêts lors des discussions externes, avec un suivi transparent afin que les étudiants sachent ce qui se passe

– Rendre claires et accessibles les informations de la FMEQ et de la FEMC, ainsi que les moyens de s’impliquer

Merci beaucoup j’espère pouvoir vous représenter l’année prochaine!

3 key points

1. Engagement envers l’éducation : Je m’engage à être disponible et à l’écoute afin d’améliorer l’expérience des étudiants de Med-1 à Med-4.
2. Communication entre étudiants et faculté : Je m’engage à assurer une communication claire, transparente et bidirectionnelle avec la faculté, en portant vos inquiétudes et en vous tenant informés des évolutions de notre éducation.
3. Travail continu d’EdCom : Je m’engage à assurer le bon fonctionnement d’EdCom et à renforcer la collaboration avec Montréal afin de promouvoir une communication efficace, une écoute active et une amélioration continue de notre éducation à tous les niveaux de formation.

Je m’appelle Angelie et je me présente pour le poste de vice-présidente à l’éducation médicale de l’Outaouais. Je suis une personne organisée, travaillante et sociable. Ceux qui me connaissent savent à quel point l’éducation me tient à cœur, tant la nôtre que celle des futurs étudiants de McGill.

Par le passé, j’ai eu l’occasion de collaborer avec des professeurs et des gestionnaires afin de donner mon avis sur certains projets, notamment des changements de curriculum, et de contribuer activement aux discussions du conseil scolaire visant à définir la mission de l’établissement et à orienter sa vision stratégique. Ces expériences m’ont permis de mieux comprendre la complexité des processus en éducation ainsi que l’importance d’une communication efficace entre les étudiants et la faculté.

Ce serait un grand plaisir pour moi de contribuer à une éducation enrichissante pour tous, de Med-1 à Med-4. Je suis une personne réfléchie et ouverte, ce qui me permettra de bien représenter, défendre et comprendre les différentes inquiétudes et commentaires que vous pourriez avoir tout au long de votre parcours.

Je tiens à cœur de maintenir le bon fonctionnement d’EdCom afin d’assurer une collaboration efficace, une écoute active et une évolution continue de notre éducation. Je m’engage à être disponible, à rester à l’écoute et à approfondir les enjeux lorsque nécessaire, afin de mieux vous représenter auprès de la faculté.

Je serais honorée de vous représenter et de porter votre voix afin de contribuer positivement à notre expérience en médecine.

Strengthening community

• Foster a close-knit, supportive environment by creating inclusive events that connect students across all years.
  

Ensure accessibility and broader connection

• Keep events affordable and inclusive, while also linking the Outaouais campus with the larger McGill Med community through joint events and advocacy.
  

Balancing tradition and innovation

• Maintain beloved campus traditions while introducing new, creative events to keep our social calendar fresh and engaging.

3 key points

1. Fournir des outils concrets pour le bien-être au quotidien
2. Établir un équilibre réaliste adapté à la vie étudiante
3. Promouvoir une communauté inclusive et engagée

Je m’appelle Megan et je me présente pour la position de Vice-présidente au bien-être et aux espaces étudiants Outaouais. Comme vous tous, je suis une étudiante en médecine occupée qui doit concilier un horaire chargé avec les responsabilités du quotidien, tout en essayant de préserver du temps pour soi. Lors de ma maîtrise, j’ai appris l’importance de maintenir un équilibre entre le travail et la vie personnelle malgré une charge de travail exigeante, une approche qui guide encore aujourd’hui ma vision du bien-être.

En tant que vice-présidente au bien-être, je proposerai des initiatives concrètes et accessibles pour améliorer votre qualité de vie, comme un atelier sur la gestion des finances et un guide simple de préparation de repas pour alléger les semaines chargées.

Je continuerai aussi à organiser des activités sociales inclusives et détendues — soirées cinéma, marches en nature, activités créatives — afin de favoriser les liens et réduire le stress.

Enfin, mon expérience antérieure comme secrétaire au comité d’équité, diversité et inclusion m’a permis de développer des compétences en organisation d’événements inclusifs et significatifs. Je souhaite mettre ces compétences au service de notre campus pour créer un environnement soutenant, connecté et à l’écoute de vos besoins.

3 key points

1. Make Outaouais voices clearly heard between the SSMU, the Senate, and the MSS
2. Improve communication and transparency between students and university bodies
3. Be an approachable and reliable point of contact for student concerns

As a medical student in Outaouais, I’ve seen firsthand how important it is that our voices are consistently represented at the university level. My goal as university representative is simple: to make sure Outaouais students are not just included but actively heard in decisions happening at McGill. 

A big part of this role is communication. There are a lot of moving pieces between the SSMU, the Senate, and the MSS, and it’s easy for information to get lost or feel distant from students on our campus. I want to make that process more transparent and accessible by breaking down what’s actually relevant to us and creating opportunities for students to give input before decisions are made. 

I also want to be a strong advocate in the room. Whether it’s curriculum issues, student life, or broader policy discussions, I’ll make sure that the Outaouais perspective is brought forward clearly and confidently. Our campus has a unique reality, and that needs to be reflected in conversations. 

3 key points

1. Nouvelles initiatives : conférences, concours et activités
2. Expérience antérieure en gestion d’équipes et rôle de coordonnatrice
3. Développement de notre réseau de contacts en Outaouais

Bonjour à tous !

Au plaisir,

Je me présente Audrey Dubé, je suis étudiante en Med-1 au campus Outaouais. Cet hiver 2026, je souhaite devenir Coordonnatrice du campus de santé mondiale (CO). Nous avons déjà actuellement de belles initiatives comme l’activité de langue des signes, un kiosque pour la journée SIDA, bonbon don (don de sang), session d’information sur le programme de médecine, etc. D’abord, j’aimerais contribuer à maintenir ces activités pour l’an prochain et les promouvoir davantage. Ensuite, je proposerais de nouveaux événements comme des conférences (ex : IA en santé, santé des femmes, impact des changements climatiques sur la santé, etc.), des concours (ex : vulgarisation) et d’autres activités qui contribueront au dynamisme et à la vie étudiante de notre campus !

Durant mon baccalauréat en biochimie à l’Université de Sherbrooke, j’ai acquis de l’expérience en coordination comme présidente de ma promotion. Notre comité étudiant était responsable d’organiser des activités académiques et socioculturelles. Actuellement, je collabore avec l’équipe de OMLA pour l’organisation des panels de carrière prévus durant FFMMD. En plus de parfaire mes compétences en coordination, cela me permet de développer un réseau de contacts potentiellement intéressant pour la réalisation de nos initiatives. Je suis une personne d’équipe, transparente et j’ai envie de participer au rayonnement de notre campus. Serez-vous de la partie ?

Audrey

3 key points

1. Être à l’écoute des besoins et des préoccupations des étudiants
2. Agir en tant qu’intermédiaire pour représenter adéquatement les étudiants au sein de la faculté de médecine
3. Promouvoir une communication ouverte et transparente

Avec les connaissances que j’ai recueillies cette année, je m’engage à continuer de défendre les intérêts de ma cohorte en prenant les mesures nécessaires pour que vos voix soient entendues.

Je serai le point de liaison entre les élèves et la Faculté de médecine. Je veillerai à représenter chacun d’entre vous de manière équitable. Je porterai aussi une attention particulière au bien-être étudiant.

D’ailleurs, toutes les décisions et discussions importantes seront partagées avec vous afin d’encourager des échanges ouverts et transparents.

Bonjour à tous,

J’ai décidé de me présenter comme Représentante académique Med 2, avec l’objectif de rendre notre deuxième année plus claire, organisée et facile à suivre.

Comme vous vous en êtes probablement rendu compte dans les derniers mois, les blocs sont chargés et les informations nombreuses, souvent dispersées entre différents cours et plateformes. Mon but est de vous aider à rester à jour et à éviter de vivre du stress supplémentaire en s’assurant de rassembler les dates importantes, les échéances et les attentes académiques à un endroit, pour que tout soit accessible facilement.

Dans ce rôle, je souhaite aussi continuer à soutenir la création et le partage de ressources académiques pour notre cohorte. Je veux m’assurer qu’elles soient disponibles dans des délais raisonnables et encourager un esprit de collaboration, qui je trouve a d’ailleurs déjà été bien établi par ceux et celles qui ont occupé ce rôle avant moi. Si possible, j’aimerais aussi enrichir ces ressources avec du contenu en français pour les révisions d’examens, puisque la majorité des documents existants sont en anglais. Qu’il s’agisse de résumés, d’examens pratiques ou d’autres outils, mon objectif est que chacun ait accès à ce dont il a besoin pour réussir.

Être représentante, c’est aussi vous représenter auprès de la faculté. Je serai votre porte-parole lors des rencontres avec l’administration. Lors de ces rencontres, je transmettrai vos commentaires, préoccupations et suggestions de manière claire et constructive. Je souhaite être une personne accessible, à l’écoute et proactive. Si quelque chose ne fonctionne pas dans un cours ou si vous avez des idées d’amélioration, je m’engage à faire valoir vos points et à assurer le suivi nécessaire.

Je prendrai cet engagement avec rigueur. Être représentante académique, c’est être présente, disponible et impliquée tout au long de l’année. Je serai là pour répondre à vos questions, recueillir vos idées et vous soutenir du mieux possible.

Si vous cherchez quelqu’un de structuré, fiable et engagé pour vous représenter, je serais ravie de recevoir votre confiance.

Merci beaucoup!

Je souhaite me présenter comme représentant social de la cohorte Med-2 afin de contribuer à créer un environnement plus dynamique, inclusif et équilibré pour tous.

Je voudrais être à l’écoute des besoins réels de la cohorte. Cela inclut la mise en place d’activités variées selon les intérêts des étudiants, comme des soirées cinéma, des soirées jeux, des événements à thème saisonnier et des sorties diverses à Ottawa.

Ayant toujours été impliqué dans des sports, notamment à travers mon expérience en sports compétitifs et coaching, je crois fortement à l’importance de maintenir un bon équilibre entre les études et le bien-être. Je viserai à offrir des activités sportives régulières et diversifiées pour permettre cet équilibre et permettre aux étudiants d’apprendre de nouveaux sports. Je voudrais organiser davantage événements sportifs tels des ligues amicales, tournois entre cohorte et autres activités pour favoriser la cohésion de groupe et offrir des occasions de décompresser.

Mon approche sera basée sur l’écoute active de la cohorte, la diversité des activités proposées et la création d’un sentiment de communauté fort.

3 key points

1. Assurer une bonne transition vers l’externat pour les med-3
2. Travailler sur le fait que nous sommes de plus en plus d’élèves en stage et la coordination des horaires
3. Vous représentez au sein de la faculté ! 

Bonjour tout le monde ! Je me présente pour le poste de présidente de classe pour la cohorte de med-3. J’espère avoir la chance de vous représenter pour cette première année d’externat et d’assurer que tout se déroule bien au campus. Mon année à titre de présidente exécutive de la MSS m’a apporté de nombreuses compétences qui me seront utiles dans ce futur rôle. Au plaisir de vous représenter ! 

3 key points

1. Planning fun activities to bring our cohort together
2. Protecting our collective sanity throughout clerkship
3. Doing more outdoor activities

Hello, my name is Katharine Scarlat, and I am running for med 3 social representative for Outaouais. Some of my favorite moments in med school so far have been at events that brought us all together. These events have helped me connect with peers and take a much-needed break from studying. I want to continue to organize more activities for my cohort. With my previous experience running events as MSS VP Social, I’m excited to run for med 3 social rep!

My platform is based on three key points:

– Planning fun activities for our cohort
– Protecting our collective sanity throughout clerkship
– Doing more outdoor activities

Vote Katharine for med 3 social rep!

3 key points

1. Continuing to advocate for our class’s needs with the faculty and administration.
2. Keeping everyone up to date on important deadlines during CARMS and ensuring we have the necessary resources to make sure we succeed!
3. Collaborate with the class representative so that we can enjoy our last year on campus!

Hi everyone! My name is Zainab and I am running for Med-4 class president for the Outaouais campus. My goal as class president will be to advocate for our class to make sure we have the necessary support when we go through CARMS and the LMCCs, to remind you of important deadlines and to collaborate with the class representative to help make our last year the best one yet.

I have been involved in various student leadership positions over the last few years. This year as Med-3 president, I communicated with the administration and advocated for the needs of our class during the strike. In med-2, I was the MSS VP executive and finance for campus Outaouais. In both of these positions, I have collaborated with my peers and with the faculty to advocate for the needs of our cohort. If I am elected as class president, I will continue to advocate for our class during whatever challenges we might face in the next year. The next year will be stressful enough as we navigate the elective portals, CARMS and our LMCCs and I hope to play a part in helping the process go as smoothly as possible by making sure we have the necessary resources and information. I will ensure that I relay all information to the class so everyone is kept informed. Finally, since it will be our last year all together and it will be a stressful one, it’s important for us to have social events outside of rotations and class time. I hope to help the class representative to coordinate social events and especially our grad ball at the end of the year.

3 key points

1. Collaborative Leadership: I work in harmony with other representatives (VP Finances, VP Social, etc.) to bring events to life through strong teamwork.
2. Experience and dedication: I’ve held the same role 3 years showing my long-term commitment and passion for the position.
3. Student Well-Being: I’ve committed to giving students enjoyable breaks from academic stress, especially with CaRMs approaching, by offering meaningful social opportunities.

This position is very dear to my heart as I have taken this role for the past 3 years, and I will continue to do so by applying for Med-4 Social Representative. Our fourth year will be stressful with electives coming up and CARMs season on its way. It can be very difficult to navigate all these new changes with our performance anxiety taking over. This is why I will ensure that we have class activities to bring the group back together, which always helps our peers feel more connected and relaxed. I’ll keep on helping with the organization of campus-wide events along with the VP Social and other Class Social Reps.

My big plans for the next year are to organize a Med-4–only chalet/ski weekend and to host an end-of-year party before graduation or residency. I’m incredibly passionate about this role, and I’d love nothing more than to continue in it through to our final year.

3 key points

1. Accessibility and communication. Making MSS activities, decisions, and opportunities visible to all students across all four years through regular, clear updates.
2. Community and student representation. Supporting student-led initiatives and events, ensuring both campuses feel like one society, and actively representing student interests at meetings with faculty leadership, CFMS, FMEQ, and SSMU.
3. Financial transparency. Making budgets and spending accessible to all students and establishing proper transition processes so that good work carries forward.

My name is William, and I am running for MSS Executive President.

This year, I served as Academic Representative for our class. I worked with council and faculty administration on academic issues, relayed feedback on workload and evaluations, and made sure the people making decisions about our curriculum were hearing from us. I learned how the MSS operates from the inside, and I want to put that experience to work for the broader student body.

The Executive President represents all four years of the MDCM program across both the
Montreal campus, and sits at the table with the Dean’s office, the Associate Deans, CFMS, FMEQ, and SSMU. That is a responsibility I do not take lightly.

But before I talk about what I would do, I want to be honest about the problem. Most of us recognize the MSS by name, but many students do not know what it actually does for them, who to talk to when they have a concern, or how decisions that affect their education are being made.

A student society should not only be visible during election season. It should be visible when you need support, when you want to get involved, and when you want your voice heard. That is the gap I want to close.

My platform has three priorities:

• Accessibility and communication. Council meetings happen, decisions are made, and most of us hear about them after the fact, if at all. That has to change. I will work to make council activities, decisions, and opportunities visible to the entire student body through regular, clear, student- facing updates. Whether you are in Med-1 or Med-4, you should not have to be on council to know what your representatives are doing. If a student has a problem, an idea, or a need, the MSS should feel like a real option, not a distant office.
• Representation and accountability. The President attends meetings with the Dean’s office, the Associate Deans, and external organizations like CFMS and FMEQ. Attending those meetings is only half the job. The other half is coming back and telling you what happened, what was decided, and what it means for you. I will do both. I also want to make sure that student voices are not limited to feedback surveys. When decisions about our education are on the table, we should be in the room and we should be heard.
• Financial transparency. The MSS manages funds collected from all of us. Budgets and spending should be available to any student who wants to see them, and they should be easy to understand. I will work with the VP Finance to make that happen. I also want to address something that affects every student society: turnover. Every year, the new executive inherits very little documentation from the year before, and good work gets lost. I will put proper transition processes in place so that the next council does not start from zero. I am not running to overhaul the MSS, I am running to make it work the way it should for all medical students.
  

I hope to have your confidence.

3 key points

1. Advocacy at the government level in the context of provincial elections; make McGill medical students’s voice strong.
2. Continue the work on the electives report for recommendations and tips from the previous cohorts to help you when it is your turn to choose your electives!
3. Application and coordination of the new projects started in 2025-2026 to assure a smooth continuation and establishment of new traditions : Audit of clubs application process to assure equity in member selection, guidance for the newly created VP communications role, strong representation at the FMEQ and CFMS levels.

1. Advocacy at the government level in the context of provincial elections; make McGill medical students’s voice strong.
2. Continue the work on the electives report for recommendations and tips from the previous cohorts to help you when it is your turn to choose your electives!
3. Application and coordination of the new projects started in 2025-2026 to assure a smooth continuation and establishment of new traditions : Audit of clubs application process to assure equity in member selection, guidance for the newly created VP communications role, strong representation at the FMEQ and CFMS levels. 

Why me? Why again?

This past year has been quite the year. I had the opportunity with our amazing team to advocate for problems that directly affected us, and we won. At the McGill level, through collaboration and teamwork, we built multiple new initiatives that I believe will meaningfully change how the MSS runs and how every McGill medical student is able to thrive. My goal? Strengthen the foundations, make sure all projects we worked on so hard are applied and become perennial. 

As an incoming MS4, I had the opportunity to see McGill through all of its levels: FMD, TCP and clerkship. I will put this to use and make sure every cohort is heard and understood during our meetings with the Faculty, as well as in supporting cohort presidents.

As for provincial elections. I want to make sure our voice is heard the strongest. I will keep our involvement strong at the provincial and canadian levels. Lobby based on the opinions that our students believe in the most, through transparent communication, similar to during the strike, through forms and emergency GA when needed most. We have been able to build such a strong coalition and meaningful relationships with politicians last year with Adam. Let’s build onto that work and expand, this year.

3 key points

1. Increasing access to sponsorship opportunities for students’ initiatives
2. Maximizing the impact of sponsorships on student life
3. Building strong, student-focused partnerships

Hello everyone,
My name is Antony Khawam and I’m a Class of 2029 student. I’m passionate about finance, investments, politics and law, which motivated me to run for this role that brings all of these areas together. Having run a successful small sports jersey business, I developed strong negotiation skills and learned how to consistently get the best deals, whether with suppliers or customers (especially on Marketplace!). More recently, I have been working in law enforcement for three years, which has greatly strengthened my composure, sense of responsibility, and decisiveness, qualities that will help me succeed in this role. And finally, if there’s one thing to know about me, insurance companies hate to see me coming!
For the upcoming year, I plan to translate sponsorship deals and advantages into real, tangible benefits for students. First, I will make it easier for student led initiatives, clubs and events to access sponsorships and support by advocating for them infront of our partners.
Second, I will ensure that students clearly see how sponsorships translate into real
improvements in their student life. For example, this could be achieved by securing
sponsorships deals to upgrade entertainment resources in the Annex or other areas
frequently used by our community. Third, guided by student input, I will work to negotiate bulk access deals to relevant educational tools or wellness programs. This will be done by stablishing a new system where students can share their resource suggestions and have them supported by their peers. Last but not least, I am committed to maintaining and strengthening our existing partnerships, while proactively seeking to develop new, mutually beneficial relationships.

In 3 points, my platform will be focused on:

1. Increasing access to sponsorship opportunities for students’ initiatives
2. Maximizing the impact of sponsorships on student life
3. Building strong, student-focused partnerships.
   Thank you for your attention, and I hope that I can count on your support.
   Antony Khawam

My name is Gisèle, and I’m running for the MSS Secretary position.
I am someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and reliable. I enjoy working behind the scenes to make sure things are clear, structured, and running smoothly.

As Secretary, my goal is to support the MSS by keeping everything well organized and efficient. I want to make sure that meetings, documents, and processes are handled properly and professionally.

Specifically, I would like to:

• Take clear and accurate meeting minutes, and keep documents well organized
• Help meetings run smoothly by managing logistics like rooms, materials, and preparation
• Ensure voting processes and official records are handled carefully and correctly
• Stay consistent and reliable in all responsibilities of the role
  

I also look forward to working closely with the VP Communications, so that together we can support both strong organization and clear communication.

I am not just applying for the role—I truly want to contribute and be someone the team can rely on.

Thank you so much for your support,

Gisèle

3 Key Points:

1. Advocacy grounded in real student concerns: I want to use this role to better understand and advocate around issues that directly affect medical students, such as absence policy, remedial policy, exam structure, elective timing, wellness, and academic transparency.
2. Making national connections useful: I will strengthen our ties with CFMS and other Canadian medical student societies so we can learn from other schools’ policies, bring back ideas, and make external representation more practical.
3. Improving communication and student involvement: I will make national opportunities, updates, and leadership positions more visible and accessible, while encouraging more students to get involved in CFMS and broader Canadian medical student advocacy.

Campaigning will be conducted using an Instagram account and three main summary points that reflect the core priorities of my platform: advocacy grounded in real student concerns, making national connections useful, and improving communication and student involvement. Through this campaign, I hope to present a practical vision for the role of Vice President, External (Canada), one that goes beyond representation alone and focuses on translating national engagement into tangible value for medical students.

3 Key Points:

1. Push the MSS’s best interests to the CFMS and seek large-scale solutions to problems that our members face here to make significant improvements for student quality of life.
2. Involve more MSS members in CFMS decision-making and helping student recruitment into additional positions to further everyone’s experiences and create opportunities for all.
3. Work with other medical schools across Canada to build collaborative relations and offer advantages, such as more opportunities to get involved in inter-faculty projects abroad, to our students.

As the Vice President of External affairs Canada, I will be representing the MSS at the CFMS and strengthen our influence and presence at a nationwide level, meaning that I will make your opinions and concerns voiced and heard at a larger stage. Medical academic policies, changes, and updates will be not only be guaranteed to be transmitted to you, but I will also get involved as much as my role permits me, to make sure that these will benefit us here at McGill. To be specific, here is what I aim to do:

1- Push the MSS’s best interests to the CFMS and seek large-scale solutions to problems that our members face here to make significant improvements for student quality of life.

2- Involve more MSS members in CFMS decision-making and helping student recruitment into additional positions to further everyone’s experiences and create opportunities for all.

3- Work with other medical schools across Canada to build collaborative relations and offer advantages, such as more opportunities to get involved in inter-faculty projects abroad, to our students.

In other words, let me COOK. 🔥

3 key points

1. Ensure McGill medical students have a real voice in shaping decisions that impact our training and future (including Bill 2)
2. Create a simple, centralized way to access opportunities and stay informed
3. Build connections that open doors for networking, collaboration, and future opportunities

My name is Syrine Gamra, and I am a first-year medical student at McGill with a strong
interest in student advocacy and representation. With prior experience in student
leadership and policy, I am committed to ensuring that McGill medical students have a
real voice in the decisions that shape our training and future.
As I run for VP External (Québec), I am motivated by the important changes happening
across our province. In a context of evolving healthcare policies that directly impact our
training and future, I am committed to ensuring your voice is meaningfully represented
at the provincial level.
My goal is to ensure that our community is not only represented, but actively connected,
informed, and influential across Québec by making external involvement visible,
accessible, and impactful for every student.

Priorities:

1. Strong Representation & Advocacy
   I will represent McGill students within FMEQ, ensuring our voices are heard and actively considered, especially in the context of reforms like Bill 2.
   My focus is to:
   ● Ensure student perspectives are included in decisions that affect us
   ● Protect the quality of our clinical training
   ● Advocate for a fair and supportive learning environment
2. Accessible Opportunities & Clear Communication
   Many students miss out on opportunities simply because they are hard to find. I will:
   ● Create a centralized hub for external opportunities (research, conferences,
   involvement)
   ● Share short, clear updates after meetings so students know what is happening and why it matters
3. Stronger Connections Across Québec
   I will build connections with other medical schools to create opportunities that are valuable for residency, research, and future collaboration by:
   ● Expanding networking and collaborative initiatives
   ● Helping students grow their professional network across Québec

What I Bring
I bring prior experience as an executive member of the British Columbia Federation of
Students, where I represented students at the provincial level and worked with the
Ministry of Higher Education. Through advocacy and lobbying, I contributed to changes
that made international student fees more equitable.This experience has prepared me
to represent McGill students and translate advocacy into real, tangible outcomes.

I’m Matthew and I’m running to be your VP External Québec.
As your VP External for provincial affairs, your interests will be at the heart of every move I make. Whether it’s negotiating discounts on scrubs, partnering with medical education companies, or unlocking access to subscription-based platforms, I’ll be on top of it so you don’t have to be.
But beyond these perks, I’m not just here to represent McGill. I’m here to represent you. If you have a concern, an idea or something that’s been keeping you awake at night, no matter how small, bring it to me. I will take it and advocate for it.
This didn’t come out of nowhere. A year and a half ago, I served as Coordinator of Student Advocacy on the student union. I know how structures work, I know how to navigate them, and I know what to do.
As your VP External, I WILL :

• Create a Québec-Wide Elective Reviews Platform
  Finding electives outside McGill is a massive headache. From rent to the rotation itself, everything is unknown. I’ll build a reviews platform where McGill students can share and browse reviews of past elective experiences across Québec covering the experience, the logistics, what to do, what to avoid, and how to prepare before you go.
• Québec State of Affairs Highlights Recap
  Time is limited, but when something shifts in Québec that affects our future as physicians, you should not only hear about it but also understand how it impacts you. Whether it’s a major FMEQ decision or a legislative change, I’ll put out a focused update detailing what changed, and what it actually means for us in a quick and concise read.
• Strengthen Inter-faculty Collaboration
  This year, Ryan, Adam, Alyssia, and Maïa did an outstanding job at representing us provincially. For the first time in four years, McGill was finally part of the FMEQ meetings. This was a huge milestone that allowed our presence to be felt on the provincial scene. I will build on that by increasing collaboration and participation not only with the FMEQ, but with DIRECT partnerships with other student associations to host inter-faculty academic and social events to expand our circle and our reach.

3 key points

3 key points

1. Improve communication and transparency between students and faculty
2. Enhance academic resources and alignment with assessments
3. Be an approachable and effective advocate for students

My name is Julianne, and I am an incoming Med-2 student for the 2026–2027 academic year. I am running to be your VP Medical Education.

Over the past years, I served as VP Academics for the Medical Dental Student Association (MDSA), where I was responsible for all academic matters in Med-P. In this role, I learned a great deal and truly enjoyed supporting students. I also previously served as Academic Representative in CEGEP, where I gained experience working with curriculum issues and advocating for my peers. Through these experiences, I realized that what was often missing was a strong, direct link between students and faculty to truly advocate for meaningful academic improvements. This is what motivates me to run for VP Medical Education.

First, I aim to strengthen communication between students and faculty. Academic decisions can sometimes feel distant or unclear, and students may not always know how their feedback is being used. I want to ensure transparency and create a clear feedback loop so that student voices lead to real change.

Second, I want to enhance the quality and accessibility of academic resources. This includes improving alignment between lectures and assessments, supporting high-quality shared resources, and identifying gaps in teaching to better support student success.

Finally, I believe one of my strengths is that I am approachable and easy to talk to. I want students to feel comfortable sharing their concerns and ideas with me, knowing they will be heard and represented.

I am motivated, experienced, and committed to improving your academic experience. I would be honored to represent you.

3 key points

1. Main Celebrations – Frosh, Med-Law Halloween, MedGames, Internos
2. Balance of fun & wholesome, inclusive activities
3. Local social expert & strong connections

As MSS Vice President of Social Affairs (2026–2027), I’m planning to make this the best year McGill Med/Dent has ever seen. As medical and dental students we work so hard—blood, sweat, and tears (literally)— we deserve an amazing year to celebrate it all! I am super excited to be planning and organizing these events with my great friend Anastasiya.
Of course, we’ll be planning super fun and crazy events such as Frosh, Med-Law Halloween party, MedGames, and Internos, to celebrate all the big milestones achieved over the years, and create core memories for life. Beyond the big events, I have lots of ideas for both fun nights out and more wholesome activities so that people from Med/Dent 1-4 can meet and get to know each other!
I was born and raised near Montreal, so I know this city very well. I have been going out in Montreal for years, so I know many managers and owners of various bars, clubs, and restaurants, and I know some of the best spots in town for our events. The 2025-6 year was great, and I just want to build on that and provide the best possible 2026-7 year!

3 main points:

• Main Celebrations – Frosh, Med-Law Halloween, MedGames, Internos: We are going to plan the most unforgettable and amazing main events, including Frosh, Med-Law Halloween party, MedGames, and Internos. These events will allow us to build core memories together, live it up for a few nights, and just have the best time together! Having experienced all of these events, we’re super excited to build on them to continue to give everyone the best experiences!!!
• Balance of fun & wholesome, inclusive activities: I have lots of ideas for both fun nights out and more wholesome activities—think iconic nights out (woohoooo), as well as game nights, ceramic cafés, and more, so that people from Med/Dent 1-4 can get to know each other!
• Local social expert & strong connections: The best part? I was born and raised near Montreal, so I know this city very well. I have great connections with bars, clubs, and restaurants, and I know some of the best spots to make sure we have an unforgettable time at all of our events. I’m really excited to build on the amazing social energy from the 2025-2026 year and give all of you a fun, memorable, and well-deserved 2026-2027 academic year. Just because our school life is hard, and we study a lot, doesn’t mean we can’t have crazy amounts of have fun too!!!

3 Key Points:

• Frosh: Create a Frosh that feels fun, welcoming, and special, so the new Med/Dent students can start this next chapter feeling included, celebrated, and excited for everything ahead.
• Med-Law Halloween, MedGames, Internos: Since we’ve both experienced how special these traditions can be, we’d love not only to keep them going, but also build on them and make them even better.
• Your Social Plug – I’ve already started reaching out to venue contacts, including local bars, clubs, and larger event spaces, to help ensure we have access to some of the best spots for our socials. And yes, a weekend ski trip is definitely on the list as well.

HEY!! As MSS Vice-President Social, we really want to make this an unforgettable year for McGill Med and Dent. We all put so much into this program, and I think we deserve a year that feels just as rewarding, with events that let people celebrate, and turn classmates into lifelong friends. This role comes with a lot of teamwork and coordination, so it’s really important to have a partner you trust and work well with, which is why I’m so excited to be running alongside my dear friend Sofia.

• Frosh: Frosh is one of the most anticipated events as a new coming med student. We’re so excited for the chance to put in that organization work and create a Frosh that feels fun, welcoming, and special, so the new Med/Dent students can start this next chapter feeling included, celebrated, and excited for everything ahead.
• Med-Law Halloween, MedGames, Internos: We are so excited to organize some of the most memorable moments of your med school journey. These are the events that bring people together, strengthen friendships, and turn classmates into lifelong friends. Since we’ve both experienced how special these traditions can be, we’d love not only to keep them going, but also build on them and make them even better.
• Your Social Plug – I’ve always really enjoyed organizing social events and creating opportunities for people to connect. With that in mind, I’ve already started reaching out to venue contacts, including local bars, clubs, and larger event spaces, to help ensure we have access to some of the best spots for our socials. And yes, a weekend ski trip is definitely on the list as well.

3 key points

1. “What is your medicine?” 
   “What is your medicine?” is an opportunity for students to share the things in life outside of medicine that bring them joy. Time with family, nature, sports. This event encourages students to share photos of themselves engaging in the activity, reminding them of the happiness it brings and inspiring their peers to explore new interests. Who knows? Maybe you’ll find friends that like the same things as you! 
2. Mindfulness collaboration 
   Last year, the Post-Graduate Student Society (PGSS) hosted a mindfulness session at Thompson House in collaboration with SKY Campus Happiness Canada. My idea is to bring this to MSS, an experience providing students with tools they can easily implement into their routines to find calm and boost mood. Medical school can be stressful but doing as a little as 5 minutes of breathing exercises per day can go a long way. 
3. Cafeteria/Annex reconfiguration 
   Limited seating prevents students from be able to enjoy meals together, leading many to eat in cubicles or classrooms instead. With some reconfiguration, my goal is to create a more efficient space that provides a sense of community and a true break from studying. 

Wellness is essential but can sometimes be difficult to make a priority. As busy medical students, we often feel like a 30-minute window in our day is better spent catching up on studying than getting some fresh air or calling a friend. My goal as VP Wellness is to ensure students don’t lose their light during medical school, have events to look forward to that help them decompress, and give them a safe space to seek help when in need.

“When you say ‘yes’ to others, make sure you are not saying ‘no’ to yourself.” – Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist. Your well-being matters, and without it, you may forget to enjoy the journey. Together, let’s keep the spark alive of why you chose medicine and help build a lifestyle you are proud of. We’re all in this together. Vote Erica for VP Wellness! Your mind and body will thank you J 

Watch my TEDxMcGill talk for more about my approach to finding balance and building connections: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-IRl0fNd6E4. 

3 key points

1. Extensive experience in graphic design, video production and newsletter creation
2. Revamping the Murmur newsletter, refreshing its design to create a better viewing experience and sharing it on other social media accounts to increase visibility
3. Shared calendar to see the timing of events, as well as the option to add them to your own calendar

Hello, my name is Michelle and I’m a Med-1 on the Montreal campus! I am running for
the position of VP Communications because I’m passionate about media creation and
have a lot of great ideas I wish to implement.
Some key components of this role include managing the MSS social media platforms,
the Murmur newsletter, and website content. I would make an excellent candidate for
this position as I have worked extensively with graphic design, video production and
social media management for student clubs. During undergrad when I was a program
representative, I would regularly write email newsletters to keep my cohort informed of
upcoming events and developments.
One idea that I wish to implement is a revamp of the Murmur newsletter. I plan to
refresh its design and change the format and legibility so that students can have a
cleaner and more accessible viewing experience. I would also share the newsletter
highlights on other social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram to increase
visibility for events. Lastly, I would create a shared calendar system which would provide
a visual representation of the upcoming events as well as permit you to seamlessly add
them to your own calendar.
Overall, I’m committed to making MSS communications more engaging and accessible
to our student community. If you want someone who is creative, driven and detail
oriented as your VP Communications, consider voting for me 🙂

3 key points

1. I bring direct experience from the Senate Appeals Committee which allows me to navigate senate processes and advocate effectively
2. I am committed to maintaining clear and consistent communication so that students are informed, heard, and represented
3. I will actively advocate for medical student priorities such as fair academic policies, supportive learning environments, and student well-being.

As Medicine Senator, I will advocate for medical students with experience, transparency, and accountability. I previously served on the Senate Appeals Committee as both an undergraduate and graduate representative, where I reviewed student academic appeals, evaluated complex cases, and contributed to fair and balanced decision-making processes. This experience gave me a strong understanding of how senate policies are applied in practice and how to navigate student concerns within university policies. I am prepared to contribute meaningfully in any way that I can. I will prioritize clear communication between the Senate, General Council, and students, ensuring that decisions are accessible and understood. I am committed to representing student interests in academic policy, learning environments, and well-being, and to ensuring that medical student voices are consistently heard at the university level.

3 key points

1. I will ensure that the unique realities of medical students — including our demanding clinical schedules, heavy academic workload, as well as our separation from the rest of campus— are fully understood, represented, and prioritized in all SSMU discussions and decisions. Our needs won’t be an afterthought — they’ll be part of the conversation from the start.
2. I will actively advocate for a safe, inclusive, and respectful campus environment where all members of the MSS feel supported and empowered. If challenges arise, I will stand up for our community and work to ensure accountability, transparency, and meaningful action.
3. I will maintain consistent, transparent, and accessible communication between the SSMU and the MSS. Through timely updates and open channels for feedback, I’ll ensure you always know what’s being discussed, what decisions are being made, and how they directly affect us as medical students.

Hi everyone! Hope you’re doing well!

My name is Ling, and I’m very excited to announce my candidacy for SSMU representative!

As your current (and future) SSMU Representative, I’m committed to making sure the needs, values, and voices of medical students are front and center. Whether it’s decisions that affect us on campus or behind closed doors at the SSMU, I’ll be there — informed, vocal, and ready to act. I’m not here just to sit in meetings. I’m here to advocate, to listen, and to make sure that med students are never an afterthought.

But above all, I’m here for you. I want everyone to feel comfortable reaching out — whether it’s to raise a concern, ask a question, or just share what’s on your mind. Your voice matters, and my role is to amplify it. I’m here to listen with empathy, to act with transparency, and to make sure you always feel completely at ease talking to me — no pressure, no judgment, no barriers.

Here’s what I’m bringing to the role:

1. Strong, Consistent Advocacy for Med Students: Med students face unique realities — intense academic demands, clinical placements, and a physical separation from the main campus. I’ll make sure those differences are respected and reflected in the decisions made by the SSMU. Our concerns won’t just be mentioned — they’ll be prioritized.

2. Standing Up for a Safe & Inclusive Environment: We all deserve to feel safe, supported, and valued — in every class, event, and space we’re part of. If something impacts our community, I won’t stay silent. I’ll stand up for the MSS, push for accountability, and advocate for a campus that reflects the diversity and strength of our student body. Inclusion isn’t optional — it’s essential.

3. Clear, Accessible and Transparent Communication: You shouldn’t have to dig through meeting minutes to know what’s going on — and you definitely shouldn’t be left wondering what’s being said on your behalf. I’ll keep you in the loop with short, accessible updates that break things down clearly. I’ll also be transparent about what’s being discussed, what decisions are being made, and how they affect you. You can count on me to share both the wins and the challenges — because representation only works when there’s trust. My goal is to be a real bridge between SSMU and the MSS — not a wall.

4. Academic & Wellness Support: From better study spaces and flexible policies to more tailored mental health support, I’ll advocate for the things that actually impact our day-to-day lives as med students. We work hard — we deserve systems that support us.

5. Building Real Connections Across Campus: The SSMU is a space where cross-faculty collaboration can thrive. I want to use this role to strengthen connections between the MSS and other faculties — opening doors to joint initiatives and events, and broader representation for med students in campus life.

Over the past year, I’ve had the opportunity to serve as Student Spaces Officer and work on improving the functionality, cleanliness, and overall experience of our shared student spaces.

This year, I focused on making tangible, immediate improvements. I led a full clean and reorganization of storage areas (freeing up usable space for student groups and making resources more accessible). I also worked to improve shared kitchen spaces by cleaning and decluttering appliances, helping create a more usable and hygienic environment. In addition, I helped introduce new wellness-oriented additions, including the installation of a stationary bike in the student space.

Beyond these visible changes, I have been working closely with building management at McGill University to advocate for larger-scale improvements. Following our meetings, progress is now underway on a broader revitalization project. This includes submitting formal work orders for repairs, exploring structural upgrades, sourcing furniture through university-approved channels, and identifying funding streams to support these changes.

I’m running again to ensure that the progress we’ve started turns into lasting, meaningful improvements for all students.

3 key points

1. More opportunities, more action: More events, a big hands-on IFMSA workshop, and bringing back exchanges at McGill after 3–4 years
2. Stronger connections, bigger impact: More collabs across Québec universities and within IFMSA-QC to build a real, united network
3. More visibility, more students involved: Making sure everyone knows what’s out there and can actually get involved easily

Hello everyone, my name is Jihane Ridaoui, and I am running again for Campus Coordinator Montréal for IFMSA-Québec.

I was elected at the end of September, and due to recent constitutional changes that we implemented in collaboration with Aissam, VP Global Health Canada, I am running again this spring. This change allows us to ensure continuity in leadership and gives us the opportunity to confirm that the direction we’ve taken is the right one to create a meaningful and sustainable renewal of IFMSA-Québec at McGill.

Over the past five months, I have had the opportunity to fully immerse myself in this role and develop a strong understanding of IFMSA-Québec, both in terms of its opportunities and its challenges at the McGill campus.

During this time, I worked closely with the entire IFMSA-Québec team, including the Executive Board and Board of Directors, and attended meetings in Sherbrooke and Trois-Rivières. These experiences allowed me to build meaningful connections across campuses and contribute to strengthening the organization internally.

At McGill, we focused on rebuilding visibility and engagement. In a few months, we reached over 20,000 in overall visibility for the organization. On the McGill account alone, we reached more than 1,300 accounts, generated over 400 interactions, and gained more than 200 new followers. This is only the beginning of rebuilding a strong presence.

This next mandate is about consolidation and expansion.

If re-elected, I will focus on increasing events, including a major hands-on workshop this spring with IFMSA-Québec leadership, restarting international exchanges at McGill which have not been active for the past 3–4 years, strengthening collaborations with universities across Québec, and continuing to grow our visibility so that no opportunity goes unnoticed.

I encourage you all to follow @ifmsa_quebec_mcgill to stay informed and not miss any opportunities.

My vision remains grounded in H.E.A.L.T.H: Holistic, Engagement, Advocacy, Leadership, Transparency, and Harmony – a framework to build a well-rounded, collaborative, and impactful global health community.

These five months were only the beginning. I am running again to ensure continuity, build on what we started, and take IFMSA-Québec at McGill to the next level.

I would be honored to have your support.

3 key points

1. Improve communication and collaboration between International Federation of Medical Students’ Associations and Canadian Federation of Medical Students to reduce confusion and better align global health initiatives by leveraging my experience working within both committees.
2. Support a smooth and effective committee transition by clarifying roles, improving communication, and using my knowledge of past events to help guide which initiatives can be successfully continued and expanded.
3. Leverage my Master’s in Global Health Systems and international experience with IFMSA to increase awareness, accessibility, and preparation for global health opportunities (local, national, and international), so more students can confidently engage in exchanges and initiatives.

As a medical student with a Master’s in Global Health Systems and sustained involvement in both local and international initiatives, I am excited to apply for the role of Global Health Campus Coordinator. My academic training and 3-month fieldwork experience in Uganda have provided me with a strong foundation in health systems, equity, and community-based approaches, which continue to guide my involvement in global health.

Over the past years, I have served as both Junior and now Senior Local Officer for Reproductive and Sexual Health with the MSS Global Health Committee, while also holding a similar position with IFMSA-Québec. Through these roles, I have developed a strong understanding of how global health initiatives function across different levels and where key gaps remain.

I was actively involved in early discussions around the restructuring of the committee, where I brought forward the need to address gaps in communication between International Federation of Medical Students’ Associations and Canadian Federation of Medical Students. My experience working within both structures positions me well to support stronger collaboration moving forward.

My engagement also includes international exchanges. Through IFMSA-Québec, I completed a SCORA (Sexual and Reproductive Health including HIV and AIDS) exchange in Rwanda and will be participating in a SCOPE (Professional Exchange) exchange in Egypt this summer. I am also the first McGill representative on the Standing Committee on Inclusion (SCOI), which has allowed me to work closely with IFMSA-Québec and contribute to expanding global health engagement opportunities for McGill medical students.

In my first year, I experienced firsthand the confusion many students face when trying to navigate global health opportunities; particularly the overlap between committees, unclear pathways to exchanges, and limited communication. I brought these concerns forward, to our VP Global health back in September, and they did a wonderful job organizing the committee restructuring. As Campus Coordinator, I will be committed to supporting this transition and ensuring it is as smooth, clear, and effective as possible.

Through my involvement in both Canadian Federation of Medical Students and International Federation of Medical Students’ Associations-Québec, I have developed a strong understanding of each organization’s roles and how they intersect. This places me in a unique position to help clarify expectations, improve coordination, and support students in navigating opportunities across both structures.

Having participated in exchanges and supported peers through the process, I also recognize that many students lack clear guidance and preparation. Opportunities can feel difficult to access, with limited transparency around timelines and expectations. I aim to improve communication around these processes and better equip students to engage in meaningful and well-prepared global health experiences.

Through organizing workshops and contributing to MSS Global Health initiatives, I have
gained practical experience in event planning, collaboration, and outreach. This includes
initiatives such as an HIV awareness documentary screening to foster discussion, a Digital 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign, as well as fundraising and workshop initiatives addressing period poverty in partnership with Monthly Dignity. Through these experiences, I have developed a strong understanding of the work required to build impactful and sustainable events. I hope to use these skills to support incoming local officers in creating engaging, accessible, and meaningful initiatives for the McGill community.

3 key points

1. Stronger academic support: centralized resources, clear exam expectations, and structured, low-pressure study groups + review sessions with healthy snacks as we all know exam period makes us eat out A LOT more.
2. Real support through a changing curriculum: reduce isolation with open study spaces and ensure our cohort’s concerns are clearly heard and addressed by faculty
3. Transparent and effective advocacy: regular updates, real follow-up on feedback, and strong representation to make sure your voice leads decisions not only for future cohorts but ours as well.

I did my undergrad in biology and microbiology, where I was the academic representative for the entire first-cycle program; so UG1, UG2, and UG3. In that role, I worked closely with faculty to push for more transparency, especially around what matters for exams and how it connects to real clinical or everyday scenarios.
I also helped create research opportunities for graduate students who were struggling to find positions, and I led peer study groups that were low-pressure, supportive, and useful. I would be honored to bring these initiative to our cohort as well!

I’m passionate about fair and effective student advocacy making sure your concerns are
heard and that changes happen. That’s what my platform is about: efficiency transparency and always putting student-first. We’re a cohort going through a lot of changes, and that can be stressful and sometimes frustrating. I want to make sure your concerns about these changes are clearly communicated and heard by faculty. Alongside that, I’ll organize open study blocks with healthy snacks, so no one has to feel like they’re studying alone all the time.

And just so you know… I’m the oldest in my family so I’ve basically been managing
chaos, solving problems, and keeping things running smoothly my whole life. So don’t
worry, I can handle this.

Thank you

3 key points

1. CLARITY IN ACADEMIC LEARNING AND OPPORTUNITIES: I will work with Reps and Faculty to keep academics clear and predictable, while ensuring fair, transparent access to research and extracurriculars.
2. INCLUSIVITY: I will make sure every voice counts while keeping open feedback channels, advocating for different student perspectives in meetings with the Faculty, and working with Cohort Reps to plan cross-cohort events and inclusive socials that reflect our diverse interests, so that everyone feels welcome.
3. MEMORABLE WHITE COAT CEREMONY/TRANSITION TO CLINICAL PRACTICE (TCP): I will ensure a smooth Transition to Clinical Practice (TCP), so we feel prepared and confident for our clerkship years, maintaining an enjoyable learning experience, and helping organize a White Coat Ceremony that is meaningful, organized, and memorable.

Hi everyone,
I’m Georgio Gholam, your current Med-1 Class President. It has been a true pleasure representing
all of you during this first MDCM year. Together, we’ve been able to accomplish so much:
ensuring clear communication across our class, keeping everyone up to date, and making sure
opportunities are accessible to all. Most importantly, we’ve built a system where we act quickly
when needed, making sure every voice is heard and represented. And honestly, that foundation
matters, and it’s something worth continuing.
As we move into Med-2, my goal is to build on this momentum. This next year is a transition year,
academically and clinically, and it’s essential that we continue working together to make it as
smooth, organized, and enjoyable as possible for all.

My planning for this year is once again based on the same four core pillars:

1. Academic Advocacy:
   I will continue to ensure that your feedback is actively collected, clearly communicated, and translated into concrete improvements as our curriculum becomes more clinically oriented in this second year with our Transition to Clinical Practice (TCP).
2. Extracurricular Clarity: Opportunities should never feel confusing or overwhelming. I will maintain and improve centralized communication so that research and involvement remain very clear and accessible.
3. Well-being: Med-2 comes without a doubt with new pressures. I will continue prioritizing regular check-ins with all of you and rapid communication with faculty members to ensure concerns are addressed early.
4. Inclusivity & Community: Every student in the cohort should feel as if they are truly a part of our cohort and I feel like we’ve truly built a very strong class culture and long lasting bonds this year. I will do everything I can to keep this special reality alive.

My biggest focus this year is ensuring a smooth Transition to Clinical Practice (TCP), so we feel prepared and confident, maintaining an enjoyable learning experience, and helping organize a White Coat Ceremony that is meaningful, organized, and memorable.
This platform is a continuation of what we started and not a reset. Thank you again for your trust
this past year. I’d be honored to continue representing you as we take this next step together.
Yours truly,
Georgio

3 key points

1. Organize block parties to foster connection, celebrate our cohort, and create moments to relax and recharge
2. Plan a ski trip to promote fun, teamwork, and time outdoors, offering a break from academics in a social setting
3. Host diverse events such as painting nights, sports games, themed gatherings, and casual socials to reflect everyone’s interests

My name is Laetitia Gaillard-De Bujanda and I am excited to apply for the position of Class Rep for MS2. My goal is to create engaging, inclusive, and memorable experiences that bring our class together and strengthen a strong sense of community, balance, and well-being throughout the year. I want to make sure that every student feels included, connected, and able to unwind despite the demands of medical school.

• Organize block parties to foster connection, celebrate our cohort, and create moments to relax and recharge
• Plan a ski trip to promote fun, teamwork, and time outdoors, offering a break from academics in a social setting
• Host diverse events such as painting nights, sports games, themed gatherings, and casual socials to reflect everyone’s interests
  

I am motivated, organized, and committed to creating a positive and inclusive social environment for our class.

Thank you for your consideration!

3 key points

1. Organize block parties to foster connection, celebrate our cohort, and create moments to relax and recharge
2. Plan a ski trip to promote fun, teamwork, and time outdoors, offering a break from academics in a social setting
3. Host diverse events such as painting nights, sports games, themed gatherings, and casual socials to reflect everyone’s interests

My name is Rami Michael and I am excited to apply for the position of Class Rep for MS2. My goal is to create engaging, inclusive, and memorable experiences that bring our class together and strengthen a strong sense of community, balance, and well-being throughout the year. I want to make sure that every student feels included, connected, and able to unwind despite the demands of medical school.

• Organize block parties to foster connection, celebrate our cohort, and create moments to relax and recharge
• Plan a ski trip to promote fun, teamwork, and time outdoors, offering a break from academics in a social setting
• Host diverse events such as painting nights, sports games, themed gatherings, and casual socials to reflect everyone’s interests
  

I am motivated, organized, and committed to creating a positive and inclusive social environment for our class.

Thank you for your consideration!

TBD

Platform Summary:

TBD

3 key points

1. Encourage class spirit by creating moments we’ll actually remember
2. Plan a variety of class activities like nights out, coffee hangs, and sports-based events
3. Make it easier for people to connect outside of school despite the pace of Med 3

Hi everyone, my name is Aly and I’d love to be your Med 3 class representative.

If you ask my friends, they’d probably tell you I’m the annoying one who is always trying to get people out of the house. I’m always the one suggesting a pub night, a coffee break, a sports activity, or honestly anything that gives us an excuse to see each other outside of medicine. I just really love bringing people together, and I think some of the best parts of med school are the people you go through it with.

Med 3 is going to be busy, probably chaotic at times, and that’s exactly why I think it’s important to be intentional about making time for each other once in a while. It’s so easy to keep saying we’ll do something later, after the next exam, after the next block, after things calm down. But med school goes by so fast, and I really think we’ll regret it if we don’t take the time now to enjoy these moments with our friends.

To me, being class rep is about helping make sure our year feels more than just rotations, studying, and stress. It’s about creating chances to connect, have fun, and make memories while we’re actually living the good old days instead of only realizing it after. I’d love to help make Med 3 feel a little lighter, more social, and more memorable for all of us.

3 points summarizing my platform 🙂

• Encourage class spirit by creating moments we’ll actually remember
• Plan a variety of class activities like nights out, coffee hangs, and sports-based events
• Make it easier for people to connect outside of school despite the pace of Med 3
  

At the end of the day, I really believe one thing: the good old days are now.

3 key points

1. Socials Worth Showing Up For: With experience organizing everything from large fundraisers to smaller student events, I want to plan socials that are fun, thoughtful, and realistic for clerkship life.
2. Staying Connected in Clerkship: As our schedules get busier and more spread out, I want to help create regular opportunities for our class to reconnect and maintain a strong sense of community.
3. Friendly, Reliable Representation: With a strong background in student leadership, clubs, and committees, I’ll be an approachable and dependable rep who listens, communicates clearly, and follows through.

Hey Class of 2028,

Clerkship is coming up fast, and with everyone heading in different directions, I’d love to be one of your Med 3 Class Representatives to help keep our class connected along the way.
My goal is to plan socials that people actually look forward to, whether that’s something small and easy like a post-exam hang out or bigger events when schedules line up. I want to create a mix of fun, diverse, low-pressure opportunities to see each other and catch up, even when clerkship gets busy.

I know Med 3 can feel more scattered than the first two years, so I think it’s really important that we still have chances to come together, check in, and keep that sense of community as a class.

I also bring a proven track record of organizing both large-scale and small-scale events, along with years of experience being involved in student clubs and committees. Through those roles, I’ve learned how to plan things that are well organized, bring people together, and respond to what a group actually wants. I’d bring that same energy to this role by being approachable, listening to your ideas, and making sure our class is well represented at General Council when needed.

At the end of the day, I want to help make Med 3 feel a little more fun, a little more connected, and a little less overwhelming.

Thank you for your support!

3 key points

1. Advocacy that delivers: Bringing class concerns to General Council, advocating for real solutions, and ensuring clear, consistent communication back to the class
2. A smooth clerkship transition: Providing practical, easy-to-use resources and strengthening peer support for entering TCP
3. A united class: Organizing fun, inclusive events that bring people together and make the most of Montreal

Hi everyone,

My name is Armita, and I’m running for Med 3 Class Representative.

If you’ve ever seen a 5’2 girl speed-walking through the hospital like she’s late to something important… that’s probably me. And if there’s a dance floor at any class event, I’m likely there too.

Moving to Montreal for med, I’ve fallen in love with the city, its energy, its people, and how much there is to explore. Med 3 is a huge transition for all of us, and I want to make sure that while we’re working hard, we’re also actually enjoying the year together.

Stepping into TCP and clerkship can feel like a lot. My goal is to make that transition smoother, less stressful, and more supported, while also keeping our class connected along the way.

My goals for the coming year:

1. Making the transition to clerkship easier

· Share practical tips and “what I wish I knew” resources from students ahead of us

· Create quick, accessible guides for rotations and expectations

· Keep communication open so concerns actually get brought forward and addressed

2. Clear, approachable representation

• · Be someone you can easily reach (for real! Come up to me anytime)
• · Bring your feedback to General Council and follow up with transparent updates
• · Make sure decisions affecting us are actually communicated back to the class

3. Social events that people actually want to go to

• Plan a mix of events: casual hangouts, themed nights, and bigger socials
• Take advantage of Montreal (terraces, festivals, food spots)
• Keep things inclusive and low-pressure; something for everyone

I want to help create a year where we feel supported academically, represented fairly, and connected socially.

If you’re looking for someone organized, approachable, and always down to bring good energy (or a good playlist), I’d love your vote.

Armita 🤍

3 key points

1. Stay connected throughout clerkship: Keep our class united with flexible, well-timed events that fit around rotations and call.
2. Events that everyone actually wants to attend: Plan a mix of socials from low-key hangouts to bigger nights out based on what our class enjoys.
3. Creating a sense of belonging and connection: Make Med-3 feel supportive, inclusive, and balanced during one of the most demanding years

Hi everyone!
I’m Stefanie, and I’m excited to be running as your Med-3 Class Representative!

As we transition into clerkship, this year looks very different from pre-clerkship since we have new schedules, new environments, and less time all together. My goal is to help us stay connected and make the most of this unique year, not just by getting through it, but by actually enjoying it.
Having had the chance to serve as your Med-2 Class Rep, organizing successful events like the FMD Ball and other socials, I’ve gained experience in planning what brings our class together. I’d love to build on that by creating even more diverse and accessible events this year, whether that’s game nights at the Annex, group workout classes, trivia nights at a local pub, or a full night out at Cathcart.
Clerkship can feel scattered, so it’s important we maintain a strong sense of class community. I want to create opportunities for us to come together despite our different rotations, through welltimed socials, post-call hangouts, and events we can all look forward to.
Most importantly, I want everyone to feel supported during this transition by creating spaces for us to come together academically, socially, and personally to share experiences, connect, and celebrate all the milestones along the way.

Thank you so much for your support, I’d love to make Med-3 an amazing year for all of us!

3 key points

1. I’ll ensure our core events and learning activities are fully funded, while hunting down group discounts so we do not pay full price.
2. I’ll protect funds for the events that bring us together and secure sponsors or faculty support when extra money is needed.
3. I’ll help us build strong class finances for major future events, including our Med-4 Graduation Ball.

Hey everyone!

I’m Ahmed Yacine Bennaceur, and I’m running again to be your Med-3 Montréal Class Treasurer. I like numbers, I dislike loose ends, and I want our money to work for all of us.

Having already served as Class Treasurer, I want to keep building on that work and
continue making sure our class finances are managed well. My first priority is making
sure we have enough cash for what matters most to us. On the academic side, I’ll ensure our core events and learning activities are fully funded. For our social life, I will protect funds for the events that bring us together. When extra money is needed, I will secure long-lasting sponsors and seek faculty support instead of passing costs on to the class.

I also want to make sure we continue building strong class finances for the big moments ahead, including our Med-4 Graduation Ball.

Vote for me, and your wallet will thank me later.

Platform Summary:
– Electives & CaRMS support: share clear resources, timelines, and peer tips
– Efficient communication: concise weekly updates to stay organized
– Advocacy: liaise with programs and admin to address concerns
– Community: plan events, including grad ball & match day
– Wellness: support realistic initiatives for this demanding year

Hi everyone,

It’s a bit surreal to say we are entering our final year soon. The past few years haven’t been easy, especially with strike episode, but we made it here. And now we are soon heading into one of the most intense and defining parts of our journey: electives, CaRMS, etc. I would love to continue serving as your class president for this last year, to help us navigate it together.

This year, my focus is simple:

– Support through electives & CaRMS: sharing practical resources, timelines, and peer insights to help us stay organized and make informed decisions.
– Communication: continuing concise weekly updates so we don’t miss what matters in an already overwhelming year.
– Strong advocacy & liaison: working closely with programs and administration to address concerns quickly and keep things running as smoothly as possible.
– Community & milestones: collaborating with council to plan meaningful moments, especially our grad ball and match celebration, because we deserve to celebrate.
– Wellness: supporting initiatives that fit our schedules and needs during this high-pressure year.

Over the past year, I have learned how to listen, adapt, and act quickly for our class, which would be helpful skills for this last year.

3 key points

1. Unforgettable final year: prioritizing fun despite CaRMS stress
2. 2 major affordable trips: well-planned (and exotic) events people will actually attend
3. Good vibes + inclusivity: making up for missed opportunities and bringing the class together

My platform is simple: make our final year of medical school one to remember.

You are busy. I am busy. CaRMS is stressful. Nonetheless, there’s always time to have
some fun. I promise you 2 SENSATIONAL, affordable, and unforgettable trips (in addition to grad ball). Trips that people will actually show up to. I like to travel, and I want to share this experience with you. Cost, duration, and location will be top of mind. Trust me, you’re gonna love it.

Vote for me if you want a fun and unforgettable final year of med. Whatever opportunities you feel like you may have missed out on in years 1-3, don’t worry, we’ll more than make up for it next year 🙂

3 key points

1. Organize a wide variety of events that represent the interests of the class and celebrate our final year of medical school, including the Med-4 Grad Ball and grad trips.
2. Continue collaborating with other members of our class council (eg, treasurer) for fundraising events to continue supporting an agenda that serves the class.
3. Ensure open communication platforms to understand the class’s needs and social interests and represent and advocate for them at general council meetings.

Hey everyone!
I’m thrilled to be re-running for Class (Social) Representative as part of our council as we enter Med-4. Since Med-1, I have had the immense pleasure of serving on our council to help organize a variety of social events for our class. From Halloween apartment crawls to Cathcart’s 5 à 7, the end of FMD ball, and TCP boat cruise, we’ve been able to deliver a variety of events and experiences.

Throughout Med-4, my priorities will be to continue organizing events celebrating milestones and achievements (Med-4 GRAD BALL!), promoting cohesion and unity among our class, wellness activities, and fundraising events that are fun, engaging, and have something for everyone to enjoy.

I hope to accomplish these goals with the following:

EVENT ORGANIZATION
As we embark on our final year of medical school, I’m excited to continue the traditions while expanding the scope of events that represent the diverse interests of our class, where everyone feels welcome and included, with elements for everyone. This includes the biggest event we’ve been looking forward to: GRAD BALL! Other fun ideas we would look into include organizing grad trips.

COMMUNICATION & COLLABORATION
Having various forms of communication in place is critical to ensuring that our events align with the class’s interests while continuously working towards improvement. I want to ensure our council remains open to connecting with the class to discuss any suggestions, ideas, or initiatives that our class council can support. Furthermore, I want to continue collaborating with the incoming council members (e.g., class treasurer) to support the organization of events that raise funds and increase our budget, and to organize as many diverse experiences and activities as possible in the interest of the class.

REPRESENTATION
Alongside the other members of our class council, I hope to capture our class’s needs, views, and social interests through various communication platforms, such as suggestion/feedback forms, surveys, and direct messaging. Most importantly, ensuring that the interests are shared and advocated for accurately and effectively at general council meetings. Following these meetings, ensure active announcements to the class about updates that impact social events and activities.

At the end of the day, as we transition into the final year of medical school with so much to celebrate, my goal is to ensure we have activities and events that remain a space where we can actively relax, socialize, and enjoy our time together as the whole class of 2027.

Thank you and please feel free to connect with me at justin.matta@mail.mcgill.ca for any questions or suggestions!

3 key points

1. Strong Finish to Our Final Year: Thoughtful, inclusive events- including but not limited to Grad Ball- that celebrate our class.
2. Proven Experience & Advocacy: Current Med-3 Class Rep and former VP Social Affairs, bringing continuity and effective representation at General Council.
3. Clear, Responsive Communication: Transparent updates and ongoing feedback to ensure our class is well represented.

Hi everyone,
I’m excited to be running for Med-4 Class Rep and to continue building on my experience as a current Med-3 Class Rep and former VP Social Affairs. Over the past two years, I’ve had the opportunity to both represent our class and organize large-scale events like Internos, strengthening my ability to coordinate logistics, collaborate across teams, and deliver meaningful experiences.
As we enter our final year, I’d love to continue supporting our Class of 2027 with the following goals:

1. Strong Finish to Our Final Year
   This year is about celebrating how far we’ve come. I will work closely with my co–class rep and the Med-4 Council to organize inclusive, well-executed events throughout the year- including Grad Ball- while also creating opportunities for us to connect and unwind.
2. Clear, Responsive Communication
   I will prioritize transparency, keep everyone informed, and actively seek feedback, while working with my co-rep to ensure our class is consistently and accurately represented. I’m committed to working collaboratively to make our final year smooth, connected, and memorable. As always, feel free to reach out with ideas or questions on Facebook or by email.
3. Proven Experience & Advocacy
   Having served on council in multiple roles, I understand how to effectively represent our class at General Council and collaborate with council members to advocate for our needs during this important transition year.

3 key points

1. Proven fundraising and financial leadership, including prior experience as Class Treasurer and securing over $500,000 in sponsorship funding through the MSS.
2. A clear, actionable plan to fully fund a spectacular Grad Ball while keeping it accessible and minimizing financial stress on classmates.
3. Deep knowledge of MSS operations, partnerships, and logistics to ensure efficient planning, strong negotiations, and successful Med-4 events.

Dear Class of 2027,

I’m excited to be running for Med-4 Treasurer and would be honored to serve our class during this final and most memorable year of medical school. Before medicine, I worked as a consultant and start-up founder, where I developed strong skills in budgeting, financial planning, and negotiation. Combined with my experience fundraising for the MSS as Executive VP & Corporate Affairs and previously serving as our Class Treasurer, I’m confident I can ensure our class finishes strong, especially by delivering an exceptional, well-funded Grad Ball.

Since Med-1, my guiding principle has been to bring our class together through meaningful, accessible events. As Treasurer, I worked to ensure activities were well-funded and inclusive, helping build community beyond academics. I also raised over $10,000 to begin subsidizing our Grad Ball. Now, as we enter Med-4, my top priority is securing the remaining funding needed to make this celebration truly special while keeping ticket prices as affordable as possible for everyone.

Over the past two years, I’ve developed concrete fundraising strategies specifically for our graduation year. These include expanding corporate sponsorships, leveraging long-term partnerships built through the MSS, organizing targeted class fundraisers, and pursuing alumni support. My experience negotiating major sponsorship agreements, including deals totaling over $500,000 for the MSS, positions me to maximize every opportunity to fund a memorable, luxurious Grad Ball worthy of our journey.

I also organized large-scale McGill Medicine merchandise and travel tumbler sales, coordinating hundreds of orders across students, residents, faculty, and staff. Beyond generating funds, these initiatives strengthened class identity and engagement. Applying the same organization and attention to feedback in Med-4 will allow us to run efficient fundraisers while minimizing extra burden during CaRMS and electives.

As Executive VP & Corporate Affairs for the MSS, representing over 800 medical students, I have negotiated with venues, suppliers, and corporate partners to maximize value while maintaining high-quality experiences. I’ve also worked closely with legal counsel and

administrators to secure long-term agreements that continue to benefit students. This institutional knowledge will help our class navigate logistics smoothly and stretch every dollar further.

Finally, after years of involvement in MSS leadership, I understand how to collaborate effectively with council members, administrators, and external partners to get things done quickly, something that matters in the fast-paced Med-4 year.

Serving as Med-4 Treasurer would be a privilege. I am committed to making our final year financially smooth, celebration-filled, and centered around an unforgettable Grad Ball that reflects everything we’ve accomplished together.

Thank you for your time and consideration.