2026-2027 Executive Team
Khaled Hamam
President
Khaled Hamam is a Grade 11 student at St. John’s-Ravenscourt School and will be serving as the President for this year's Project Pulse Executive team! Growing up in a family with many members in the medical field, Khaled developed a strong interest in medicine and aspires to one day become a surgeon. He is fascinated by the idea of making a lasting impact on people’s lives through healthcare, and he is pursuing this interest academically by taking the courses of AP Biology, AP Chemistry, and Physics.
Outside the classroom, Khaled is active in many areas of school and community life. He volunteers regularly at retirement homes, coaches skating and debate, and has gained experience working in a medical clinic. He co-authored a peer-reviewed scoping review on acute ischemic stroke, published in the Canadian Undergraduate Research Journal. He is also an entrepreneur, operating his car detailing business over the past 2 summers. Khaled keeps active on the sporting teams through club hockey and varsity rugby. Khaled also participates in debate and Model UN, and has had the opportunity to travel to many places while doing so!
In his free time, Khaled enjoys playing piano, mountain biking, playing Counter Strike, and is a lifelong car enthusiast. As part of Project Pulse, he is excited to share his guidance, connect with others, and work to engage with many people leading to a successful Project Pulse Year!
Daniel Yuan
Events and External Relations Director
Daniel Yuan is a Grade 12 student at St. John's-Ravenscourt School. Outside the classroom, he enjoys basketball, billiards, and golf. Despite slicing nearly every shot, he keeps returning to the range and the course, convinced the next swing will finally fly straight. He is also a devoted K-pop fan, and if you picked up his headphones, you would likely hear NewJeans, TWICE, or EXO.
Daniel is passionate about medicine and pharmacology, particularly how scientific research becomes treatments that improve people's lives. He pursues these interests through AP Biology, chemistry, and physics, as well as experiences in hospital and veterinary settings, where he has observed healthcare professionals at work and explored what a future in medicine could involve. As a Student Council House Captain, Daniel helps plan school activities that bring students together and build school spirit. Through Youth in Philanthropy, he has connected with local organizations and learned about their work addressing community needs.
Through Project Pulse, Daniel is excited to bring his interest in healthcare and his event-planning experience to the team, creating engaging workshops and connecting with students who share his curiosity about medicine and want to explore it together.
Ella Cruz
Events and External Relations Director
Ella Cruz will be one of the Events and External Relations Director. She is a grade 11 honors student attending St. Mary’s Academy with the goal of obtaining her Bachelor's in Nursing from the University of Manitoba in hopes of becoming a neonatal nurse. Ella is an active member in her community from volunteering annually in Misericordia’s Angel on the Bridge and Festival Du Voyageur, to more charity focused initiatives including being a part of a Campus Ministry, Youth in Philanthropy Club and executive of a Mission Club. Ella is also a hard worker, working a part-time job outside of school and two in school jobs. She has extreme passion for helping others, from being someone people can consistently rely on to following in familial healthcare footsteps in hopes to change and save lives. She is passionate about helping others, teamwork, advocacy, positivity and communication. Ella is a friendly, approachable, passionate student who can’t wait to help make an impact in the world and in Project Pulse Winnipeg.
Lianna Zhang
Events and External Relations Director
Lianna Zhang is a Grade 12 student at St. John’s Ravenscourt School, for the 2026-2027 year of Project Pulse she will be serving as the Events and External Relations Director! Her outgoing personality and ability to excel in a team is emphasized with her involvement in school and the community around her.
Lianna is currently the Community Service Prefect at her school, taking a leadership role in her school’s initiatives for the community, recently encouraging her school to fundraise for the Terry Fox Foundation and several more. She’s also taken this passion outside of school, directing it towards her volunteering time at the Lindenwoods Retirement Home. She finds relaxation in the dance studio, being involved with dance since the age of 4. She has attended several dance competitions throughout those years and many more to come. She can’t wait to bring her experiences into PPW and especially gain new ones as well!
Meher Gill
Community Relations Director
Meher Gill is a Grade 12 Student at Vincent Massey Collegiate with a strong interest in healthcare and a passion for making a positive impact in her community. From a young age, she has been drawn to the healthcare field and is excited to explore opportunities that allow her to learn, connect with others, and contribute to the community. At school, Meher serves as the Community Representative for Key Club and as a Grade 12 Mentor, where she enjoys supporting and connecting with fellow students. This year, she is excited to take on the role of Community Relations Director and collaborate with others to create meaningful opportunities. Outside of school, Meher enjoys reading, drawing, and spending quality time with her friends and family. She looks forward to meeting new people and making a meaningful difference through her involvement.
Aarman Thid
Sponsorship and Finance Director
Armaan Thind is a grade 12 student at St. John’s Ravenscourt School. He has always had an interest in the health sciences growing up, taking science related courses throughout his time in high school. He has always challenged himself academically, currently taking AP Biology, AP Chemistry, physics, and calculus. At school, he is an executive member of the Chess Club and Science Competition Club. Armaan has also competed in the Manitoba School’s Science Symposium, taking home an award for best animal science project.
He also maintains an active life outside of academics, volunteering at St. Amant and Concordia Hospital. Through his experiences, Armaan has developed his skills in teamwork, organization, and communication. In his free time, Armaan loves to watch and play sports, and attempt to crank out chords on the piano. He is excited to be a member of the executive team as this year’s Sponsorship & Finance Director.
Aadhi Chandrasekaran
Logistics Director
Aadhi Chandrasekaran is the Logistics Director for 2025–26. He is currently a Grade 10 student at Fort Richmond Collegiate, where his academic and extracurricular pursuits have led him to success at the national stage. Aadhi has also performed and been an ambassador at the Tamil Pavilion for Folklorama, proudly sharing his heritage and contributing to Manitoba’s cultural diversity.
Academically, Aadhi is deeply interested in science and innovation. He has participated in the Manitoba Schools Science Symposium and advanced to the Canada-Wide Science Fair (CWSF). His projects in environmental science have earned bronze and gold medals, showcasing his creativity, research skills, and commitment to problem-solving.
Beyond academics, Aadhi actively volunteers with his community through his school's Interact Club, St. Amant, and Manitoba Harvest, supporting individuals and families in need. He also enjoys playing soccer, where he continues to build teamwork, discipline, and leadership.
Yiyi Wang
Graphic Designer
Yiyi Wang is a Grade 12 student at PTC with an interest in both health sciences and art. She's taken Biology, Chemistry, and Pre-Calculus, and is currently in Physics and AP Math. She's also been involved in art and has worked on some design and creative projects. On top of that, she has about a year of business course experience, where she worked on group projects and gained some experience with teamwork. Those courses also gave her some understanding of brand consistency, which is something she thinks about when working on designs. After attending the Project Pulse conference as a participant, she wanted to get more involved with the organization, and now she's excited to take on the role of Graphic Designer this year. Outside of school, Yiyi is a big cat lover and often spends her free time visiting a local animal shelter to help out.
Angelika Narula
Social Media Director
Angelika Narula is a Grade 12 student who is passionate about community involvement, social media, leadership, science, and connecting with others. She has always had a strong interest in science, especially biology and the human body, and hopes to pursue a career in medicine. Academically, Angelika challenged herself by completing Grade 12 Biology, Chemistry, and Math in Grade 11 and has maintained high academic standing throughout high school, receiving many academic awards each year.
Outside the classroom, Angelika is actively involved in her school and community. She has experience managing social media for BIPOC and EmpowerHER, and is currently the Social Media Director for Project Pulse. She also helps manage social media for the India School of Dance and is a Co-President of Med4Youth, a school club.
Angelika also works as a camp counsellor and competitive swim coach, where she develops her communication, teamwork, and leadership skills. She is also passionate about Indian classical dance, Kathak, and is currently in her second year of training. Through her different experiences, Angelika enjoys using her creativity and skills to bring people together and support her community. As part of Project Pulse, she is excited to connect with others and help make health and science education engaging for students.
Avya Shrivastav
Professional Relations Director
Avya Shrivastav is a Grade 10 student at the University of Winnipeg Collegiate, who is passionate about exploring the intersection of science, medicine, and innovation. She enjoys challenging herself academically through advanced coursework and competitions, while gaining hands-on research experience in various labs. She is particularly interested in biomedical engineering, as it combines her interests in science, mathematics, and her desire to explore how these fields can be applied to medicine. As a student of Highest Distinction on the Dean’s Honour List, she is always looking for opportunities to push herself and learn something new.
Outside of academics, Avya has a strong passion for the arts. She studies Level 9 Piano, Level 8 Voice, and has advanced training in Hindustani Classical voice, regularly performing in her community. She also plays on a hockey team and is involved in several school clubs and activities, while enjoying opportunities to volunteer in her community.
Avya is excited to serve as the Director of Professional Relations and looks forward to building meaningful connections that bring more opportunities in health and medicine to young people!
Muhammad Irfan
University Relations Director
Muhammad Irfan is a Grade 12 student at Pembina Trails Collegiate with a deep interest in medicine and technology, and this year he is excited to join Project Pulse Winnipeg as the University Relations Director. Born in Luton, UK, and raised across multiple Canadian provinces before settling in Winnipeg, Muhammad has always been drawn to building things and exploring scientific interests. He currently works as a Student Technician at the University of Manitoba, supporting research on healthcare data, and works with CanU Canada, where he built and maintains a volunteer portal managing records for over 1,800 volunteers. Outside of his research and technical work, Muhammad has pursued independent projects at the intersection of health and technology, including an outdoor safety platform using machine learning. He is excited to bring his experience to Project Pulse this year, and looks forward to helping more Winnipeg youth discover paths into the health sciences.
Varchasva Singh
Events and External Relations Director
Varchasva Singh (Vasu) is an enthusiastic Grade 12 student at St. Paul’s High School who serves as an Events & External Relations Director for PPW. He is passionate and committed to making a conscious effort to give back to the community; a true service worker who has dedicated over a hundred hours to serving his community, making a genuine difference in the lives of the people he serves. He has spent countless hours committing to his passions, which focus on teamwork, solid communication skills, and tasks which demand tremendous patience to complete. Varchasva has always shown his ability to bring a smile to the people he serves and demonstrates his sheer determination to make a meaningful change throughout the community.