Do you have skills in soccer, basketball or volleyball? Wouldn’t you love to be part of a college team? Tryouts for the Rebel Varsity teams are open to all full-time students from any campus.
Click here to find out more – see the tryout schedule and find out who you can contact for more information.
Tryouts will begin August 31 so check the schedule soon and get moving! Good luck!
The Downtown Winnipeg BIZ is excited to celebrate Downtown Winnipeg’s largest festival, ManyFest: All together downtown. Manyfest will see an anticipated 60,000-plus people celebrating on Broadway, September 11 to 13, 2015. Be sure to not miss this event!
Want to be part of downtown Winnipeg’s biggest street festival?
I thought so. Volunteer and take part of all the action!
Join them as a volunteer for Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries Manyfest, September 11 – 13, 2015 on Broadway. Visit the volunteer website to register!
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August 12, 2015
Take me out to the ball game! Do you want to experience a live baseball game with the Winnipeg Goldeyes at Winnipeg’s own Shaw Baseball Park?
Tickets are currently available for Saturday, August 29th at 6:00 pm
All students interested in attending can express their interest by contacting Student Integration Coordinator, Lauren Konrad at lkonrad@rrc.ca. Tickets will be given out on a first come basis. Those who are selected will be contacted.
Winnipeg is home to many talented musicians who love to share their unique musical styles with audiences. This weekend is a great time to get out and enjoy all these musicians have to offer at one of the many FREE performances going on around the city.
Friday, August 14th
The Tune Raiders (Rock music from the 50s, 60s and 70s), Intersection of Corydon and Hugo St., 7 PM – 10 PM
Saturday, August 15th
The Marco Castillo Brazilian Band, St. Norbert Farmers’ … Read More →
The Language Training Centre is having its first ever Student Art Show on Wednesday, May 27!
Join us in the Lunchroom (Room D – lower level) from 9:00 – 4:00 to view beautiful art created by our very own LTC students. You can even enjoy listening to some live music – yes, performed by LTC students!
Click here for a poster with more information on how to submit a piece of art in the Art Show.
“We have to do what we can to help wherever and whenever it is possible for us to help.” – Jackie Chan
Why should you volunteer? While you are helping others, you can also improve your English communication skills, have fun, learn new skills, meet new people, and feel like part of a community!
Here are some exciting volunteer opportunities for this spring. Click on the links for more information or to sign up. If you have questions about any of these opportunities, or would like some help registering as a volunteer, please see our Student Integration Coordinator, Jillian Hoogland, in Room 418.
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– Written and produced by Laila’s class (Intensive English for International Students)
The Peace Award honours the courage, strength and determination of students who were forced to flee their homes under threat of persecution, conflict and violence and have shown perseverance in reaching their educational goals, while overcoming challenges and adapting to a new life in Canada.
There are two Awards of $1,000 each.
SCREENING CRITERIA FOR PARTICIPANTS
*Note: First consideration will be given to individuals who have immigrated to Canada in the past 7 years
Applicants must submit a minimum of a 1,000 word description of their story/experience:
All applications must be submitted by Sunday, February 8, 2015
All submissions will be evaluated by a panel and the successful applicants will be notified directly.
For more information or to apply, click here or contact Michelle Johnson, Mentorship Program Coordinator, at 204-632-3847 or mmjohnson@rrc.ca.
– A message from your friends in Diversity and Intercultural Services
Congratulations on making it to the end of the term! As you get ready for the holidays, here are 5 tips to stay busy, avoid boredom / homesickness, and make the most of your time off.
Enjoy your winter break – you deserve it!
Are you looking for an opportunity to volunteer?
If you are interested in volunteering at Winnipeg Harvest, attend a volunteer orientation. You will learn about the organization’s mission, vision and goals. You will also have the opportunity to learn how Winnipeg Harvest functions on a daily basis and how you can help out!
All are welcome to attend. Children under 14 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
To book your orientation, please call 204-982-3587 or email volunteer@winnipegharvest.org
Click here to learn more about Winnipeg Harvest.⇒
December 5th to January 3rd
6:00 – 10:00 PM each night
Red River Exhibition Park (Assiniboine Downs)
Advance tickets: $10 family ticket (one vehicle, up to 7 people)
Buy tickets at Mac’s, Co-op Gas, Grocery Stores, Canad Inns
Regular price (without advance tickets): $15
November is Career and Workforce Development Month in Manitoba. To recognize that, Manitoba Start has been hosting events to help you learn more about your industry and make some connections. This is an opportunity to connect with businesses and successful newcomers. Learn about career pathways and the skills employers are looking for. Through events like this, many newcomers have been able to make connections with employers, and eventually find jobs in their field.
Thursday, November 20; 2:00 – 4:30 – Industry Insights: Education
Tuesday, November 25; 2:00 – 4:30 – Industry Insights: Sales and Service
Wednesday, November 26; 2:00 – 4:30 – Industry Insights: Information and Communications Technology
Thursday, November 27; 2:00 – 4:30 – Industry Insights: Engineering
Visit the Manitoba Start website for more information.
RRC Polytech campuses are located on the lands of Anishinaabe, Ininiwak, Anishininew, Dakota, and Dené, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis.
We recognize and honour Treaty 3 Territory Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, the source of Winnipeg’s clean drinking water. In addition, we acknowledge Treaty Territories which provide us with access to electricity we use in both our personal and professional lives.