Did you know that the deadline to file your taxes in Canada is April 30th for most people? That means it’s time to get your taxes done.

If you need help, don’t worry. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has partnered with community organizations to provide support through the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program.

You may be eligible for help at a free tax clinic if you have a modest income and a simple tax situation. To find the full list of eligibility criteria, see About free tax clinics.

Choose the right free tax clinic for you

A free tax clinic is a place where eligible people can get their tax returns done for free by volunteers.

There are different types of free tax clinics.

Walk-in: Show up during advertised hours and a volunteer will do your tax return for you on a first-come, first-served basis.

Drop-off and pick-up: Show up during advertised hours and drop off your documents. A volunteer will do your return, and you will pick it up at a later time.

You will have to prove your identity when you pick up your return and documents.

By appointment:

• In-person: Make an appointment and a volunteer will do your tax return at that time following local public health advice and measures.
• Virtual: Make an appointment and a volunteer will do your tax return by videoconference, by email, or by phone

Click here to find a free tax clinic near you.

Our latest Thrive workshop is going to be delicious! 

Show yourself some love by cooking a tasty and balanced meal. This virtual session will be led by Abby Legaspi from NorWest Co-op Community Food Centre. Participants can choose to purchase their own ingredients or reserve a kit for pick-up from the Notre Dame Campus. Read more here.

Date: Wednesday, March 3
Time: 7-9pm
Menu: Baked chicken with Asian coleslaw

Register here. After registering you will receive a Zoom link to join. Seating is limited to 20 participants.

All students are welcome. Please contact Breanna Sawatzky with questions or accessibility needs.

This workshop is part of our Thrive event series, hosted by the RRCSA and Healthy Minds Healthy College.

Join a presenter from Volunteer Manitoba for a presentation on volunteering. Topics will include:

• The benefits of volunteering
• Tips on how to find a volunteer position
• Using the Volunteer Manitoba website

There are three WebEx sessions to choose from. Click on the link at your preferred time to join:

• Tuesday, February 23rd, 6:15pm-7:30pm
• Wednesday, February 24th, 10:45am-12:00pm
• Wednesday, February 24th, 1:45pm-3:00pm

These presentations are open to all Language Training Centre students.

Please contact Jillian H. (jhoogland@rrc.ca) for more information.

The RRC Students’ Association and RRC Healthy Minds Healthy College would like to invite students to participate in a virtual paint night!

Join us Thursday, February 25 at 7 PM for a step-by-step painting tutorial. This event is suitable for all skill levels.

MORE INFO & REGISTER HERE

Music is an excellent wellness tool. Whether you put on some music to shift your mood, express yourself by making music, or learn a new musical skill – the emotional and spiritual power of music can’t be denied.

While we stay home as much as possible these days, it’s still important to take meaningful breaks from work and studies, giving our bodies and minds a chance to recharge.

For these reasons, students are invited to attend a series of Thrive events centered around music and delivered by the Manitoba Conservatory for Music and Arts.

For a list of events and registration information, click here.

How’s your sleep? If you’re finding it hard to get enough good sleep, you’re not alone.

Sleep is a key part of overall health and wellness so when it’s difficult or disrupted, your whole life can suffer. Join Dr. Elizabeth Hebert, licensed clinical psychologist and sleep expert, to find effective sleep solutions.

Date: Thursday, January 28

Time: 1-2pm

Platform: WebEx (register here)

Improving your sleep will help you do well in your studies, at work, and in life. Don’t miss this session and be sure to bring your questions for Dr. Hebert. All staff and students are welcome.

If you can’t attend at the scheduled time, watch staff and student news for a recording.

Questions or accessibility needs can be directed to Breanna Sawatzky.

Attention Language Training Centre Students:

Do you need some extra help with your assignments?

If so, academic support is available online at Homework Club.

Tuning in together, on Tuesdays, at 2:00, using TEAMS 

Join your personal support counsellor, Larissa Klymkiw, for a new group to talk about the struggles and beauties of life.

Please register for this 4-week group. Topics will include:

Please be prepared to attend all 4 meetings. This is a closed group so participants can get to know each other. A maximum of 8 participants will be allowed .

Email Larissa to register: lklymkiw@rrc.ca  

Do you have questions about federal benefits or other financial supports? 

SEED Winnipeg Inc. is offering a free service to help you to learn more about the financial supports that are available to you. 

The Community Financial Helpline answers questions from community members living on low incomes.

Call or text 431-813-4357 (431-813-HELP) or toll free 1-855-955-4234 (1-855-955-4CFH) if you have questions about: 

– Tax filing
– Obtaining identification
– Income supports (such as CERB, EIA, EI, OAS, CPP)
– Benefits and credits such as the Canada Child Benefit, and debt management and credit counselling. 

Information provided by the Community Financial Helpline is free. 

For more information, click here.

The RRC Students’ Association and RRC Healthy Minds Health College would like to invite students to participate in a virtual paint night!

Join us Thursday, November 19 at 7 PM for a step-by-step painting tutorial. This event is suitable for all skill levels.

Register here!

Please indicate on the registration form whether you are in need of a supply package or not. Paint packages contain all the necessary supplies. There are only 50 paint packages available, so hurry!
Those who receive a paint package are expected to return supplies back to campus by November 30.

Updates on pick-up information, supply list, and event link will be sent via e-mail.