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Red River College Polytechnic and the University of Manitoba have finalized an articulation agreement that would provide Engineering Technology graduates with the opportunity to pursue a UManitoba engineering degree. The partnership builds on a previous pathway agreement by introducing new paths from the polytechnic to all UManitoba undergraduate engineering programs, including Biosystems, Electrical, and Computer […]

Assiniboine College has announced that it will be celebrating its 65th anniversary by distributing 65 $1K tuition credits. Potential learners of all ages will have the opportunity to secure tuition credits at events that range from Assiniboine’s annual Easter Egg Hunts to the Royal Manitoba Winter Fair. “For kids whose first day of school is […]

Brandon University is hosting a BU Confidence Closet pop-up event in order to help students prepare for their co-op or work opportunities. The closet offers free, gently used professional clothing that students can take to use for job interviews. A fashion expert will also be at the event to help match students with pieces that […]

Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology will be closing its doors in August after a decision by the Government of Manitoba. MITT announced the news on Wednesday, citing a 55% drop in international enrolment that it connected to the IRCC’s changes to the international student program. In a memo, the institution stated that these changes […]

Brandon University has released fact sheets guiding students, staff, and faculty on fighting “isms”—including ableism, ageism, racism, and sexism—in the university community. The sheets describe the steps to take when witnessing or experiencing isms from someone in a position of power, how to lodge a formal complaint, and how to reflect on ism accusations against […]

Red River College Polytechnic and the Manitoba Government and General Employees’ Union (MGEU) Local 73 have signed an agreement to advance Truth and Reconciliation in the collective bargaining process. A joint Truth and Reconciliation Working Group was established to explore opportunities to advance Truth and Reconciliation within the polytechnic’s collective agreement across themes including inclusive […]

The Government of Manitoba has announced $16.8M in funding to support the creation of two new biological research facilities at the University of Manitoba. Biomanufacturing and vaccine development will take place at the PRAIRIE Biologics Accelerator at UManitoba’s Fort Garry campus, while the One Health Emerging Respiratory Disease Centre at UManitoba’s Bannatyne campus will support […]