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A student-run peer support program through the University of Ottawa Faculty of Medicine

11/30/2025

Introducing our 2025-2026 peer supporter, Lauren! 🤩

“Hello everyone! My name is Lauren and I’m originally from Toronto. I am in my third year of medical school at uOttawa and I did my undergrad at Laurier in Health Sciences. I am looking forward to getting involved in the peer support program and helping out in any way that I can! Please feel free to reach out any time, I am always happy to chat.”

11/28/2025

Today we’re introducing our 2025-2026 peer supporter Sarah!! 🫶🏼

“Hi! My name is Sarah. I love playing sports, spending time with friends and family, and listening to music. I’m from Toronto, but I did my undergrad in Ohio and South Carolina, which gave me the privilege of meeting and learning from people from all over! I’m always happy to chat about anything and everything, so feel free to reach out anytime!”

11/28/2025

Introducing our new 2025-2026 supporter (and French representation!!!) Etienne! 😜

“Salut! Moi, c’est Étienne. Je viens de Montréal, mais Ottawa est devenue ma deuxième maison depuis quelques années. J’accorde énormément d’importance à garder un bon équilibre entre l’école et la vie personnelle, surtout grâce au sport et aux activités de groupe qui me gardent motivé et connecté. Toujours ouvert à faire de quoi ensemble pour changer le flow et hâte d’échanger et de partager tout ça avec vous!”

11/26/2025

Introducing our 2025-2026 peer supporter Sara! 🤩

What’s up guys it’s Sara, peer supporter and Junior Communications Chair (aka I make these Instagram posts). I’m super excited to be joining the team. You can find me in the RGN library most days, and if you don’t already know I’m a huge yapper so I’m always happy to chat! Outside of school you can catch me at SPINCO, running along the canal, or at Happy Goat (Wilbrod location is the best) 🕺 Feel free to reach out at any time! :)

11/26/2025

Today we’re introducing our 2025-2026 supporter Ella!!🪩

“Hi! My name is Ella and I’m a MD2028 in the English stream. I was born and raised in Ottawa, but did my undergrad at McGill University in Anatomy & Cell Biology! In my spare time I love spending time with friends, going to lagree or spin classes, trying different restaurants, and playing sports like volleyball! If you ever need anyone to chat with, please reach out I’d be happy to listen!”

11/26/2025

Introducing our 2025-2026 peer supporter, Anas! ⭐️

“Hi everyone, I’m Anas, an MD2029 student in the English stream. I’m super excited to be part of the peer support team. I grew up in Hamilton, Ontario and I love playing sports and recently got into running. Staying active helps me relax and clear my head from all the studying. I am always down to chat, vent, or just talk about life, so feel free to reach out anytime.”

11/26/2025

Welcoming our 2025-2026 peer supporter Stèphanie! 😊

“Hi everyone! I’m Stéphanie :)
I’m an MD2026 student in the French Stream, born and raised in Ottawa. Before med school, I studied Health Sciences at uOttawa. I love travelling, hiking, exploring new restaurants, trying new baking recipes, and spending time with friends and family.
As a med student, I understand how demanding this journey can be and how much it can impact our wellbeing. I’d love to support my peers however I can! Please feel free to reach out anytime, I’m always happy to chat! :)”

11/24/2025

Introducing our 2025-2026 peer supporter Tiffany!!!🤩

“Hi everyone, I’m Tiffany! In my spare time, I like weightlifting, cooking, keeping up with latest K-pop news and going on walks. Please don’t be afraid to reach out and chat at any point! Always happy to help.”

11/24/2025

Introducing our peer supporter Omar!! ⭐️

“Hi! My name is Omar and I’m a first year medical student from Ottawa. I believe that peer support builds solidarity among students and ultimately benefits healthcare workers and the patients they serve in the long term. I love meeting people and learning about their goals, journeys, and cultures. I’m always happy to chat!”

11/22/2025

Kicking off our 2025-2026 introduction posts with Ameya!! 🕺

“Hello, I’m Ameya. I was born in Hamilton, grew up in Mumbai and did my undergrad in Waterloo. I enjoy singing, playing the violin and guitar, listening to music and going to the gym. As I live alone and far away (literally on the other side of the world) from family, I appreciate how important mental health is, and love to talk to my peers about challenges they are going through. Please feel free to reach out to me if you need someone to talk to or just want to socialize.”

11/22/2025

Introducing our 2025-2026 peer supporter Clara!!😊

“Hi, my name is Clara (she/her) and I am a first year student in the Anglophone stream. I’m from Ottawa and have enjoyed moving back to the city. I love spending time outside and have recently taken up pickleball! Please reach out if you are looking for a safe space to talk.”

More intro posts coming! 🤩

09/27/2025

⭐️LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITY – PEER SUPPORT ROLES FOR 2025-2026 (All MD cohorts can apply)⭐️

Are you interested in helping your peers and making a difference in medical school? Be part of the Ryan Séguin Peer Support Team for the 2025-2026 academic year!

Our Philosophy:
Ryan Séguin Peer Support Program is a peer support program that complements current mental health services available for medical students at the faculty of medicine by building on the relationships between medical students and their expertise in understanding medical school challenges.

The goals are to improve medical student help seeking behaviours, reduce stigma and provide non-judgemental, accessible, and confidential peer support from students who have undergone training.

Application Process:
We are looking for MD students from any cohort. Please see the job description for more information (https://uottawa-my.sharepoint.com/personal/ishor016_uottawa_ca/_layouts/15/guestaccess.aspx?share=EVhtEm6Xr0lFlJUSnqmRsjYBkV9rgKLgm-1PJewrLMHHlg&e=8oxNRD).

To apply, please fill out the application form before October 13th at 11:59pm. We will communicate with selected candidates for an interview. Those dates will follow and will be determined according to students’ availabilities.

Mandatory Training:
Mandatory training sessions are on October 30 and November 2 online, and November 3 in-person (exact time TBD, around 6-8pm). All selected candidates must attend the training sessions; no exceptions will be made.

Kind regards,
Ryan Séguin Peer Support Team

Apply here: https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/TP7Y2GJ?fbclid=IwY2xjawNFAw5leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFpUmR1cTNpVUo1b09CckNwAR5IM1o6UrGZEImhVgDbXUgjQbyCW7xKaFCqGkHNRrn64_6usckKuBERPjf7Bw_aem_lddsupVPNscMLV5gNcJBNQ

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⭐️OPPORTUNITÉ DE LEADERSHIP – POSTES AU PROGRAMME DE SOUTIEN PAR LES PAIRS 2025-2026 (toute les cohortes de MD peuvent postuler)⭐️

Souhaitez-vous aider vos pairs et faire une différence lors de vos études médicales? Faites partie de l’équipe de Soutien par les pairs Ryan Séguin pour l’année académique 2024-2025!

Notre philosophie:
Soutien par les pairs Ryan Séguin est un programme de soutien par les pairs (« peer support ») qui complémente les services de santé mentale présentement disponibles pour les étudiants de médecine de la faculté. Le programme est fondé sur les relations entre les étudiants et sur leur expertise à comprendre les défis auxquels ils sont confrontés.

Les buts sont d’encourager les étudiants à chercher de l’aide, de réduire la stigmatisation et d’obtenir un soutien accessible, confidentiel et sans jugement par des pairs ayant suivi une formation.

Processus de recrutement:
Nous cherchons les étudiants de toutes les cohortes de MD Veuillez consulter la description de poste pour plus d’information (https://uottawa-my.sharepoint.com/personal/ishor016_uottawa_ca/_layouts/15/guestaccess.aspx?share=EVhtEm6Xr0lFlJUSnqmRsjYBkV9rgKLgm-1PJewrLMHHlg&e=8oxNRD).

Pour postuler, veuillez remplir le formulaire de candidature avant le 26 août à 23h59

Nous communiquerons avec les candidats sélectionnés pour une entrevue. Ces dates seront déterminées en fonction des disponibilités des étudiants.

Formation obligatoire:
Les sessions de formation obligatoires se tiendront dans un format hybride (Oct 30 et Nov 2 en ligne et Nov 3 en personne) (Le temps exact est à determiner mais vers 18h-20h). Tous les candidats sélectionnés doivent assister aux sessions de formation; aucune exception ne sera accordée.

Cordialement,

L’équipe de Soutien par les pairs Ryan Séguin

Postulez ici:

https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/TP7Y2GJ?fbclid=IwY2xjawNFAw5leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFpUmR1cTNpVUo1b09CckNwAR5IM1o6UrGZEImhVgDbXUgjQbyCW7xKaFCqGkHNRrn64_6usckKuBERPjf7Bw_aem_lddsupVPNscMLV5gNcJBNQ

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