Health System Updates — April 10, 2026
Measles Update
Manitoba is reporting nearly 500 measles cases, with 429 confirmed and 63 probable for 2026.
Since the outbreak began last year, there have been a total of 42 hospitalizations, including ICU admissions, with 23 patients under 10.
- Manitoba continues to lead the nation, accounting for 60% of new cases identified across the nation in Health Canada’s most recent report.
- Newest exposure sites include: St. Boniface Hospital and Concordia Hospital in Winnipeg, along with Selkirk Regional Health Centre and Easton Place Medical Clinic in Selkirk. View all exposure sites here.
- Royal Manitoba Winter Fair: Public Health staff said they were able to administer a “few” measles vaccinations at a Brandon’s Royal Manitoba Winter Fair booth in Brandon last week, and are continuing to monitor for any cases possibly linked to that event.
Talking to patients about vaccines: Please visit our Doctors Manitoba Measles Updates page for physician-curated resources, including tips for talking to patients about making the decision to get vaccinated and how to access their records if they are not sure.
New CPSM Quality Improvement Cycle
The CPSM’s new Quality Improvement (QI) Program is entering its second cycle this spring.
A College requirement to participate once every seven-year cycle, the program aims to:
- Gather detailed information about physicians’ practices
- Encourage physicians to reflect on the information gathered
- Plan continuing professional development and on-going practice improvement
CPSM is implementing improvements based on feedback from physicians and other registrants who completed the first cycle.
Book Club with Author Lisa See
Join us for the Spring Edition of Doctors Manitoba Book Club on June 2 from 6 to 7 p.m. as we explore Lady Tan’s Circle of Women. Author Lisa See will be joining us for a special virtual conversation, where participants will have the opportunity to discuss the book and hear insights directly from the author. All members are welcome to join.
Spring Mentorship Event
For many in Manitoba’s medical community, mentorship is more than just guidance. It’s a lifeline. With 515 participants, the Doctors Manitoba Mentorship Program continues to grow as a place for connection, learning, and wellness.
Join us at Kilter Brewing in Winnipeg for a social event celebrating our mentors and mentees! There will be a live DJ, games and great prizes!
- 📅 April 20
- 🕕 6 — 9 p.m.
- 📍 450 Rue Deschambault, Winnipeg
Learn more and register today!
If you are not part of the mentorship program, but would like to attend, email Cynthia Okojie at cokojjie@doctorsmanitoba.ca.
Turning Points: Writing Through Transitions in Medicine
Transitions are constant in medicine — and how physicians process them can shape identity and well-being. Join us May 14 for a virtual workshop on navigating change and professional transitions through the powerful tool of writing.
- A practical framework for understanding transitions
- Guided discussions of published physician narratives
- Structured reflective writing exercises
Physician Leadership: Crucial Conversations
Doctors Manitoba is pleased to offer the two-day Crucial Conversations for Healthcare Physician Leadership Institute (PLI) course on May 29 and 30 for an in-person course at Winnipeg’s Alt Hotel.
Participants will learn to:
- Identify problems contributing to broken relationships
- Explore skills related to keeping composed when feeling angry, defensive or intimidated
- Access tools to support dialogue to address challenging issues and cultivate mutual purpose.
This two-day workshop is Accredited for up to 13.5 hours.