Upcoming Events and Activities
Support Group Meeting
November 21st, 2026
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Topic: Weathering Wellness: Letting Go & Welcoming the Fall Season
Location: Zoom
Some of our members have shared that they’d like support with their mindset when living with a chronic health condition.
In this informal 90 minute session, our guest speaker, Shantelle Rank, will offer a supportive, safe learning space in a peer-supported environment. It’s a chance to pause and reflect on the change of season, explore simple ways to let go and embrace change, and welcome the season ahead, followed by a mindfulness meditation.
There will be time for questions, and Shantelle will also share other mental health contacts in Manitoba for members who would like them.
Stay for as long as your schedule allows. Grab a beverage and a snack, and plan to join us!
Meet Shantelle Rank
Shantelle Rank is a psychiatric nurse with a 15 year health care career in community, inpatient, and outpatient mental health services across Manitoba.
She holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychiatric Nursing from Brandon University and has certifications in Compassionate Inquiry and Beyond Addiction with Gabor Maté and Sat Dharam. Shantelle also facilitates CBTm and bereavement support groups.
Scleroderma Patient-centered Intervention Network (SPIN) Online Event
SPIN is hosting:
What’s New in Scleroderma Research: An Online Event for Patients & Families
Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026
Time: 4:00 – 5:30 PM
This unique online event brings researchers and patient partners together to co-present the latest scleroderma research.
Research presentations are selected by a patient panel and tailored to make research accessible and relevant to people living with scleroderma and their families.
Why attend?
► Presentations co-developed and co-presented by patients and researchers, for patients
► Latest top scleroderma studies selected as high-interest by patients for patients
► Live Q&A with co-presenters
Have questions? Contact SPIN at spin.pairs@gmail.com
We hope to see you there!
Remember—You are not alone!
While we focus on the emotional impact on scleroderma patients, it’s important to remember that our partners, families and friends are also affected.
Patients, caregivers, family members, friends, and supporters are ALL WELCOME and encouraged to attend this virtual meeting, share your perspective and learn from others.
Whether facing a new diagnosis, or dealing with the ongoing challenges of scleroderma, learning from each other will help us better cope, increase our resilience and make us a stronger community.
Questions about the Support Group? Contact Debbie Robitaille, Volunteer Support Group Coordinator, at 204 396-2336 or email drobit@hotmail.ca.
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