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Free Guided Tours of Winnipeg Public Art

July 8, 2023

2023 Summer Tours

Get outside and explore our city through public art… Free walking, cycling and bus tours are back!

Take a tour this summer and learn about the artwork you pass by every day… What is it made of? Why is it there? What does it mean? Some works are fun, colourful, and interactive, and some encourage quiet contemplation. Sign up for an informative tour and get to know the artwork that punctuates and brightens the city!

Click here for more information or to reserve a spot.

Congratulations to Centre for Newcomer Integration Award Winners!

July 6, 2023

The Centre for Newcomer Integration (formerly the Language Training Centre) is proud to recognize the achievements of 27 deserving students with the English Speaking Union and Powerland Computers Awards.

The English Speaking Union awards were given to students who demonstrated academic excellence, reflected by competency in all aspects of language development. As recipients of this award, these students have shown a commitment to developing their English language skills while contributing to a positive learning environment.

The Powerland Computer awards were given to students who have a background in, or have demonstrated a particular interest in, the field of Information Technology and have been nominated by their instructor.

Congratulations to all of the winners! We wish you continued success in your language learning and settlement journey.

Free Admission to the Manitoba Museum: July 7

July 6, 2023

The Manitoba Museum is now offering free admission on the first Friday of every month from 5 pm to 9 pm. Drop-in tours, pop-up concerts and hands-on activities will be available throughout the evening.

General admission is free to all three of the Museum’s core attractions – the Museum Galleries, the Science Gallery, and the Planetarium.

Click here for more information.

Free Summer Fun at Assiniboine Park

July 5, 2023

The Summer Entertainment Series is back for 2023! 

The Summer Entertainment Series features musical performances at the Lyric Theatre and the outdoor Performance Garden at The Leaf, Movies in the Park, wellness classes, entertainment for kids, and returning this summer – Jazz in the Leo Mol Sculpture Garden!

  • Events take place between June 29 – September 1.
  • All events are free!

Click here for the full schedule.

City of Winnipeg Hiring Event

June 21, 2023

Are you interested in working for the City of Winnipeg?

If so, please join the Engage and Employ session with the City on June 27th, 2023, from 10am – 11am and highlighting the following open positions they are looking to fill.

Participants will have the opportunity to meet with the City’s HR team directly to learn more about the opportunity, the hiring process, ask any questions they may have and most importantly pitch why they make an excellent candidate.

Please register for the session to receive the Zoom link for the virtual session.

REGISTRATION LINK: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HNZ86JQ

DATE: June 27th, 2023

TIME: 10am – 11am

JOBS AVAILABLE

  1. Coordinator, Data & Analytics
  2. Clerical/Administrative Support Talent Pool
  3. Senior Software Developer (Programmer)
  4. Bus Operator
  5. Community Information Coordinator
  6. Clerk B – Billing Support
  7. Development Engineer
  8. Human Resource Assistant (French/English Bilingual preferred)
  9. Human Resource Consultant (Two temporary positions)
  10. Clerk B Secretarial-General Services

Canadian Immigrant Fair: July 6th 

June 19, 2023

The Canadian Immigrant Fair for newcomers is returning to Winnipeg on July 6th, 2023!

Held at the Radisson Downtown Winnipeg  (288 Portage Ave, 11 Floor), the Canadian Immigrant Fair is a free, one-stop event connecting newcomers with information and inspiration on the three pillars of immigrant success: Careers, Education and Settlement. 

The fair offers a dynamic environment for immigrants who need help as they look for jobs, go back to school and settle into their new home. In addition, newcomer job seekers are invited to participate in the always popular resume critiquing one-on-one sessions and the exciting line up of speakers happening throughout the day.

Free admission for all!

All additional information can be found at https://canadianimmigrant.ca/careerfair/winnipegAttendees can pre-register online as well. All attendees can pre-register before July 5 or register at the door. 

Indigenous Day Live at The Forks

June 15, 2023

APTN Indigenous Day Live (IDL) will be back in full force on June 17th at The Forks in Winnipeg. Enjoy a full day of drum-beating activities and cap off the evening with a live performance fit for the entire family.

Free and fun activities for all ages begin at 1 p.m.! Take part in traditional demonstrations or a Métis fiddle competition, enjoy talented artisans, tasty snacks from our food vendors and much more. Pre-show moving and grooving performances will start at 5 p.m.

IDL 2023 kicks off on the main stage at 7 p.m. Broadcast live across Turtle Island, the free evening concert will be hosted by Samian and Jessica Matten and will feature a thrilling lineup of artists, including The Halluci Nation, Laura Niquay, Mumu Fresh, Aysanabee and many more.

Date: June 17, 2023

Location: CN Park

Click here for more information.

World Refugee Day: June 20th

June 15, 2023

World Refugee Day is an international day designated by the United Nations to honour refugees around the globe. It falls each year on June 20th and celebrates the strength and courage of people who have been forced to flee their home country to escape conflict or persecution.

To learn more about World Refugee Day, click here.

You’re Invited…

June 14, 2023

Please RSVP to confirm your attendance by Friday, June 16.

Please click here to RSVP.

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.

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