
Winnipeg RIOT
About Us
Winnipeg RIOT has been dedicated to raising awareness about the progress and promise of cancer research across the city of Winnipeg and the province of Manitoba.
Working in collaboration with the Canadian Cancer Society, Winnipeg RIOT engages with corporations, high schools, and residential communities to promote cancer research advancements. The team also organizes an annual event for high school students, providing them with valuable insights into the latest developments in cancer research and inspiring the next generation of scientists and advocates.
Meet the Winnipeg Team
About RIOT Winnipeg Members
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Heqing Ma is excited to serve as a bridge between cutting-edge cancer research and the general public. He looks forward to creating space for meaningful conversations and learning together with our community.
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Maria Hangad is a first-year master's student in Immunology at the University of Manitoba. She is passionate about making science accessible to the public and breaking barriers for marginalized communities to pursue science, particularly cancer research.
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Ariyan Arnub is excited to join the team and give a hand, to the premier Cancer research specialists of the country.
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Dr. Tyson Reimer is a radiotherapy physics resident at CancerCare Manitoba. He completed his PhD at the University of Manitoba in 2024 and hopes to improve patient outcomes through clinical work and research activities in radiation oncology.
Our Impact
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Let's Talk Cancer
Hosted by the RIOT in partnership with Let’s Talk Science, Let’s Talk Cancer is a free and accessible one-day symposium for grade 11 and 12 students interested in the world of cancer research. Students will have the chance to explore the different facets of cancer research, to learn how different disciplines are instrumental in advancing cancer research and interact with cancer researchers.
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Relay for Life
Relay for Life supporters have helped us provide hope to those with cancer in our communities. Now more than ever, we know that those affected by cancer need our support. Together, we can show Canadians with cancer that they don’t have to go through their journey alone – we’re here every step of the way. When you join Relay, you’re helping us improve survival rates and quality of life for people with cancer across the country.
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Run for the Cure
The CIBC Run for the Cure gives families, friends and supporters the opportunity to join together to honour and celebrate their loved ones and make a real difference. These events unite an incredible collective of Canadians who are dedicated to changing the future of breast cancer.
Contact Winnipeg RIOT
Email: riot_winnipeg@cancer.ca