Occupational Therapy
- Cara Brown
- Mohamed-Amine Choukou
- Lisa Engel
- Ed Giesbrecht
- Leanne Leclair
- Gayle Restall
- Jacquie Ripat
- Reg Urbanowski
- Pam Wener
The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. More
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada, R3T 2N2
Whether it’s technology that teaches the brain new ways to process information or partnerships that help communities take charge of their wellness our research is changing the way we engage, think and grow. Join us and be part of a rigourous academic community that’s moving health forward.
CoRS researchers work to enhance the health, quality of life and participation of patients. Our focus is on individuals with mobility or physical activity challenges and those with chronic conditions or diseases. We are also engaged in research partnerships with Indigenous peoples to support health and well-being in their communities.
Scholarship includes – but is not limited to – publishing in journals, reports and books, editorial and refereeing duties, as well as participation in panels, conferences and symposia.
The College of Rehabilitation Sciences is committed to funding research. Here are some examples of places to start looking for funding.
The Office of Research Services (ORS) maintains a searchable database of upcoming major funding competitions from local, provincial, national and international sources that is updated weekly.
The College of Rehabilitation Sciences Endowment fund is available for faculty, staff, students and alumni interested in furthering the college’s mission through innovative projects and initiatives.
The Rady Faculty of Health Sciences offers additional research supports, resources, and funding.
Honouring Dr. Juliette "Archie" Cooper's contributions to the University of Manitoba, the Juliette Cooper visiting scholar program in Rehabilitation Science is designed to promote research excellence in the disciplines of occupational therapy, physical therapy and respiratory therapy.
The program supports visits of national and international scholars who are outstanding researchers in areas related to rehabilitation and which advance knowledge their fields.
To be eligible, candidates must be a faculty member or clinician from a post-secondary education institution, research centre or institute.
Submission deadline: February 1
Applications reviewed: March through May
Applicants notified: June
Submission deadline: September 1
Applications reviewed: October through November
Applicants notified: December
Applications may be considered up to three years from date of application. Starting dates are negotiated.
For more information, contact:
Jacquie Ripat
Jacquie.Ripat@umanitoba.ca
Phone: 204-789-3303
Fax: 204-789-3927
This signature speaker series brings world-class researchers from around the globe to the University of Manitoba for illuminating discussions on the rehabilitation sciences.
The Illuminate speaker series is open to all staff, faculty and student and admission is free.
If you are interested in nominating yourself or a colleague as a candidate for the Illuminate Speaker Series, please review and complete the Illuminate Speaker Series presenter nomination form (PDF).
College of Rehabilitation Sciences
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University of Manitoba
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