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Learn more about HSC Foundation Donors’ and UM Donors’ $3M Investment in Technology for Assisted Living

November 7, 2023

Technology for Assisted Living Chair Announcement Interviews

Dr. Jacquie Ripat, professor of occupational therapy, College of Rehabilitation Sciences, and vice-dean (academic affairs), Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, and Endowed Chair in Technology for Assisted Living; Jonathon Lyon, President and Chief Executive Officer, HSC Foundation; and Annette Frost, Chief Development Officer, HSC Foundation

The HSC Foundation and the University of Manitoba have partnered to fund a new, $3-million research chair in technology for assisted living. Thanks to HSC Foundation donors’ contribution of $1.5 million and UM donors’ contribution of $1.5 million, on November 6, we announced the appointment of Dr. Jacquie Ripat, professor of occupational therapy, College of Rehabilitation Sciences, and vice-dean (academic affairs), Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, as the Endowed Chair in Technology for Assisted Living.

“Research and development in the field of technology for assisted living is urgent and is the key to unlocking further improvements in diagnosis, medicines and treatments for patients,” said Jonathon Lyon, president and CEO, HSC Foundation. “Thanks to Canada Life’s $500,000 donation, along with our community of forward-thinking donors, patients can receive virtual care, stay connected, and live independently.”

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