The Clinical Learning & Simulation Program (CLSP) and the Standardized Patient Program (SPP) are looking forward to the upcoming fall sessions. We’d like to share some important staffing updates and remind everyone of our booking processes so we can continue to serve you efficiently.
Staffing Updates
- Welcome – Amy Brake
In January 2025, we welcomed Amy Brake as our new Recruitment and Communications Coordinator. Amy will be your primary contact for booking Standardized Patients (SPs), you can reach out to her at SPProgram@umanitoba.ca. - Farewell – Lezlie Brooks
As of July 2025, Lezlie Brooks has moved on from the SP Program. We thank her for her years of dedicated service and wish her every success in her future endeavors. - New Role – Tim Webster
Effective August 5, 2025, Tim Webster has assumed the position of SP Education Lead. We look forward to the experience and enthusiasm he will bring to this new role. - Simulation Technicians
We have welcomed three new Simulation Technicians, enabling us to host simulation events during evenings and weekends. They are eager to support your training activities.
Booking Process Reminders
Please note that Room Bookings and Standardized Patient (SP) Bookings are separate processes.
- Room Booking Requests – Submit the Room Booking Form.
- SP Booking Requests – Submit the Standardized Patient Request Form.
Further information is available on our website: Clinical Learning and Simulation Program.
To ensure smooth coordination of SP requests:
- Confirm your Room Booking before requesting SPs.
- Submit SP requests through the centralized booking process by completing the SP Request Form.
- Your request must be submitted a minimum of six weeks prior to your event, we may not be able to accommodate requests with less than six weeks notice.
- You will receive confirmation within three business days of submission.
- A designated SPP team member will be assigned to your event for personalized support.
- For all SP-related inquiries, use SPProgram@umanitoba.ca.
Stay Connected
We’ve launched new social media channels to highlight the exciting work happening across the CLSP. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn for behind-the-scenes updates, staff spotlights and stories from our CLSP community.
We look forward to another successful year of learning and collaboration. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to connect with us – and feel free to share this update with colleagues who support your simulation events.