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Spotlight on Dietetic Practicum Program Alumni

Kira Wilson

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Kira completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Manitoba in Human Nutritional Sciences in 2008. During undergrad, Kira was hired with the NOSM Summer Studentship program at Thunder Bay District Health Unit and again at St. Joseph’s Care Group. In 2008/09, she completed the NODIP at the Thunder Bay site. Kira was the recipient of the Canadian Foundation of Dietetic Research National Morgan Medal for her practice-based research project on the Recruitment and Retention of Dietitians in Northern Ontario. Following graduation, Kira worked at the Atikokan Family Health Team for four years and has since been working at Diabetes Health in Thunder Bay. It was through NODIP that Kira gained an interest in diabetes education, during placements in Thunder Bay and Dryden.

Kira’s drive for continuous learning is evident in many ways; not only is she Faculty with NOSM University and a regular preceptor for NODIP, but she is currently completing her Masters of Health Studies with Athabasca University, with a focus on teaching and research. One of Kira’s most recent ambitions included introducing the Rx Food tool at Diabetes Health. She took the initiative to trial Rx Food with a small group of clients and is hopeful the tool will be a useful resource to relieve the stress of carbohydrate counting. Kira is continuously seeking new learning opportunities and is excited about new diabetes technologies allowing more food flexibility for those living with Type 1 diabetes.

Spotlight on Dietetic Practicum Program Alumni

Erin Reyce (née Frank)

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Erin graduated from the Dietetic Practicum Program’s inaugural class (formerly NODIP) in 2008, completing her training based out of Sault Ste. Marie. Originally from Thunder Bay, she earned her B.A.Sc. in Applied Human Nutrition from the University of Guelph in 2007. Erin joined the North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit immediately after completing her dietetic practical training. Her portfolio focuses on advocacy work related to food insecurity and monitoring food affordability, as well as supporting a wide range of community food initiatives related to sustainable food systems and food environments. In 2024, Erin completed her Master of Public Health: Nutrition and Dietetics – Advanced Standing Program at the Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto. Erin graduated from the Dietetic Practicum Program’s inaugural class (formerly NODIP) in 2008, completing her training based out of Sault Ste. Marie. Originally from Thunder Bay, she earned her B.A.Sc. in Applied Human Nutrition from the University of Guelph in 2007. Erin joined the North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit immediately after completing her dietetic practical training. Her portfolio focuses on advocacy work related to food insecurity and monitoring food affordability, as well as supporting a wide range of community food initiatives related to sustainable food systems and food environments. In 2024, Erin completed her Master of Public Health: Nutrition and Dietetics – Advanced Standing Program at the Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto.

Rehab Testimonials

Sarah Arulchelvam (McMaster University, PT)

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I completed my second physical therapy placement in Thunder Bay. I had a phenomenal experience starting from the drive up north, to engaging in my clinical placement. Although it was a slower pace of life, with most places closing by 7pm, the days were long in the summer, as the sun set only at 10pm! Having long summer days allowed me to take in the spectacular scenery and majestic wildlife. Specifically, I was fortunate to climb to the top of the Sleeping Giant and embrace the panoramic view, as well as visit Kakabeka falls, which I may argue, is much more breathtaking than Niagara Falls! Additionally, I was able to cross the border to Grand Marais, Minnesota to visit the small seaside town known for its art and culture.  

 

Additionally, I gained an appreciation of the challenges the Indigenous community face, as well as learnt much about their culture and practices by attending Pow Wows and cookouts (I ate moose for the first time at the cookout and it was great!), as well as having open discussions with my clinical instructor and my fellow NOSM peers.  

 

Thunder Bay is such a diverse community, and there is a place for anyone to feel like they belong!