Based on the advice of our government and security partners RRC Polytech has made the decision to prohibit the social media app TikTok on all College provided and College funded mobile devices, effective immediately.

We recommend that staff and students take action regarding their online privacy and security, including a) reviewing their privacy settings and sharing behaviour on social media; b) reviewing the apps used on their mobile devices in terms of the personal data those apps collect and share; and c) discontinue using apps that demand too much personal information, including TikTok.

The following update is shared with All Staff and Students at RRC Polytech on behalf of Melanie Gudmundson, Chief Human Resource Officer

Today, Red River College Polytechnic (RRC Polytech) addresses the importance of the National Day of Mourning, which commemorates workers who suffered injuries, illnesses, and fatalities in the workplace. This day serves as a somber reminder of the importance of creating a safe working and learning environment for our staff, students, and community.

RRC Polytech will fly our flags at half-mast today in recognition of those affected by workplace tragedy and also reflect on how we can improve measures to prevent accidents from happening in the future.

According to the Association of Workers’ Compensation Boards of Canada, in 2021, there were 1,081 workplace fatalities recorded in Canada. Among these deaths were 18 young workers aged 15-24.

These figures remind us that we each have a role to play in staying safe and healthy in our workplaces and classrooms. As a College, we directly impact the practices and behaviours we instill in our students, which they carry forward into their careers.

It takes a commitment from all of us to remain vigilant and work together to ensure that we are continuing to create a safe and healthy working and learning environment for everyone.

A strong, proactive workplace safety and health culture is a top priority for RRC Polytech. The College is committed to setting an exceptional standard as an educational leader in workplace safety and health. Some of the initiatives RRC Polytech have undertaken to provide all staff and students with a safe and healthy environment includes:

• Machine Guarding Program – a five-year project the College is currently in year four of to review and update protective guards and equipment on campus. Since the project started, the College has audited over 800 machines, ensuring every equipment on campus complies with MB Workplace Safety and Health Act and Regulations, and replacing those that don’t.
• Campus Alerting and Emergency Response Plan – The Campus Alerting project has been successful in enhancing communications efforts to keeping our College community informed on everything from icy sidewalks to an evacuation of an area if necessary. Informacast is a mass notification software which enables RRC Polytech to broadcast alerts in a timely and efficient manner. Alerts will appear through your mobile phones, emails, on-premise devices (office phone or computer), or MS Teams. Staff and students are encouraged to subscribe for updates here.
• Contractor Safety Enhancement Project – an initiative focused on building stronger relationships with contractors and partners we work with to ensure that they continue to meet RRC Polytech’s high safety standards.

Safety, Health, and Security Services has also made significant web updates to ensure staff and students have access to the most up to date information regarding emergency and safety protocols. We encourage you to visit to learn more.

On this National Day of Mourning, take a moment to reflect on the importance of workplace safety, not just for ourselves, but for our colleagues, families, and friends who rely on us. Let us honour those who have been affected by workplace-related incidents, and work towards a future where everyone can learn and work safely.

If you have questions or ideas on how we can continue to make RRC Polytech a safe place to work and learn, please reach out to safety@rrc.ca

Robert Okabe, Distinguished Graduate Award recipient and Fred Meier, President and CEO, RRC Polytech

For immediate release: April 27, 2023

Winnipeg, Manitoba on Treaty No. 1 Territory and the Homeland of the Red River Métis Nation – A Winnipeg engineering technologist who has been a local, provincial, and national leader in the profession is being honoured with the Distinguished Graduate Award from Red River College Polytechnic.

Robert Okabe, CEO and Registrar at Certified Technicians and Technologists Association of Manitoba (CTTAM) graduated with a diploma in Civil Engineering Technology from RRC Polytech’s Civil Engineering program in 1983. His dedication to technicians and technologists, along with his passion for his community and volunteering has set him apart and made him an outstanding candidate for RRC Polytech’s highest achievement.

“RRC Polytech is proud to honour Robert Okabe with the distinguished Graduate Award. His professional achievements truly embody the kind of commitment and leadership we aim to demonstrate to students. His contributions to Manitoba showcase the difference that RRC Polytech graduates make to our province, especially in the profession of applied science and engineering technology,” says Fred Meier, President and CEO.

RRC Polytech’s Distinguished Graduate Award honours and recognizes the College’s finest graduates – those who have made an impact in their profession and the community around them through outstanding achievements in one or more of the following areas: humanitarianism, professional excellence, and community service. 

Over his career Okabe has been recognized as a Fellow of Engineers Canada FEC by Engineers and by the Canadian Council of Technicians and Technologists (CCTT) in 2013. He has served in various positions for the CCTT and the Canadian Technology Accreditation Board (CTAB).

Okabe is currently a Program Advisory Committee member with RRC Polytech, Assiniboine Community College, and University of College of the North and has provided invaluable guidance and advocacy with the accreditation of RRC Polytech’s engineering technology programs. He also has a role in all nine of the College’s Engineering Technology Advisory Committees — which provide direction and curriculum support from those working on the ground.

“I am incredibly excited and proud to be receiving this award,” says Robert Okabe. “I believe that giving back to the community is such an important thing I can do as a graduate and am proud to support the next generation. The College provided so much for me in my career, and it’s an honour to be celebrated in this way.”

Okabe understands how important a helping hand can be in propelling students from the world of academia into a lifelong career, and in 2008 he established the Robert Okabe Achievement Award for Civil Engineering Technology.

Always open to new ideas and opportunities to do outreach for student recruitment, Okabe ensures he does what he can to support young women in STEM, and help newcomers pursue this industry. His ongoing partnership with RRC Polytech is a welcome and substantial support in helping to transform today’s learners into a force for change.

One thing is clear looking back at Robert’s life: he believes in the potential of others and will stop at nothing to help them meet it.

Okabe was presented with the Distinguished Graduate Award on April 20, 2023 at the 2023 Association of Consulting Engineering Companies – Manitoba Awards of Excellence in Consulting Engineering.

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Competition heated up this week as the annual Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET) Stirling Engine Competition returned once again at RRC Polytech’s Notre Dame Campus.

The competition is the culmination of first-year MET students’ hard work as they built their own Stirling engines from scratch during their Basics of Manufacturing course.

During the noon hour, the halls of the Skilled Trades and Technology Centre (STTC) were lined with the student-built engines, running on nothing but the ambient temperature and ice.

A Stirling engine works by converting heat energy into mechanical energy. The engine uses a temperature differential between two surfaces — in this case, one surface is much colder than the other because of the ice — to take advantage of the expansion and contraction of air, which helps move a piston. The engine was named after its inventor, Robert Stirling.

After being treated to a pizza lunch, students placed the base of their engines atop of ice water and left to stabilize before judging occurred. The engines were judged on categories such as Truest Flywheel, or Fastest Engine.

Guests were also invited to participate in the fun during the competition by voting for Best Colour Scheme, and Best Flywheel Design categories.

“For a lot of people, this is really their first time getting their feet wet in this kind of an environment,” Nik Graham, the winner of the Truest Flywheel distinction, said. “So this is more like a celebration, like, ‘you did this, this is a machine that did not exist before you joined this class.’”

The competition is a fun celebration for the MET students and their hard work and dedication to complete their first year and provides them with the emotional boost to get through the exam period, according to their instructor, Serge Broeska, when he gave a speech to start the event.

This was the first Stirling Engine competition to return to RRC Polytech since 2019, after COVID-19 restrictions forced the College to pause the popular event. Leon Fainstein, Serge’s predecessor, started the annual event about two decades ago, and has been a MET tradition ever since.

Here’s the full list of winners:

Best Colour Scheme:

Eduardo Romero

Best Flywheel Design:

Josh Harrison

Truest Flywheel:

Nik Graham

Fastest Engine:

Tyler Cyr

Winnipeg, Manitoba on Treaty No. 1 Territory and the Homeland of the Red River Métis Nation – In partnership with RBC Future Launch, Indigenous culture takes centre stage today as Red River College Polytechnic (RRC Polytech) students, staff, and community members gather for a community celebration that highlights the importance of entrepreneurship in Indigenous culture.
 
RRC Polytech’s Indigenous Food, Fashion, and Music: An RBC Reaction by Collision Community Event will showcase Indigenous culture and arts in Winnipeg. As part of RRC Polytech’s commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, the event is meant to immerse guests in Indigenous culture, featuring talented local entrepreneurs, chefs, designers, and performers.

“Representation and celebration of Indigenous culture is an important way to let Indigenous students, staff and community members know they are welcome here and they belong at RRC Polytech,” says Fred Meier, President and CEO, RRC Polytech. “When RRC Polytech connects with partners like RBC, amazing things can happen. This is the second year we’ve had the pleasure of hosting the RBC Reaction by Collision Event in-person, and I’d like to take this opportunity to thank RBC for choosing to support RRC Polytech students.”
 
Event highlights include a haute couture model runway, delectable cuisines from local chefs, a crafter’s market with local artisans, and music provided by Juno-award nominated Indian City.
 
“Inclusion is the cornerstone of innovation,” Herb ZoBell, Vice President, Commercial Financial Services, Indigenous Markets at RBC. “When we create bridges between diverse voices to connect with one another, it provides an opportunity where potential may flourish and where we as a nation can rise to meet the challenges of tomorrow.”
 
A longstanding partner of RRC Polytech, RBC Future Launch invested $450,000 during last year’s Reaction by Collision event in a new Pathway to IT program, which equips Indigenous Manitobans with the necessary skills and supports to prepare for careers in the rapidly growing IT field. With this generous donation, RBC Future Launch’s overall giving totals $1 million, supporting a variety of College programs.
 
Featured guests include Brownees Urban Bistro, Feast Café Bistro, Olivia Nasikapow, Gayle Grubin, Dawn Harris, Indian City, OGICHIDAA, and many others. To learn more about the feature guests and to view the full agenda today, refer to our Indigenous Education page.
 
Miranda Harper, an RRC Polytech alumni and drummer in the local rock band Venus Man Trap, is taking part in the event’s panel discussion and looks forward to sharing her experience as an Indigenous musician with students and community members.
 
“We’re showing future Indigenous generations that they’re welcome here, that there’s space for them to innovate and be bold,” Harper says. “I get inspired when young people ask me questions, either about my experience as a musician or about my career in commercial banking. It’s important for me to share the path and journey I went on to get to where I am and hopefully motivate others to do the same.”
 
The event will be held today from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Manitou a bi Bii daziigae. The building was designed with the intent to bring together the community, to build connections and create bridges.
 
The College collaborated with Indigenous artists KC Adams and Jackie Traverse to provide artwork in the Roundhouse Auditorium and on the fourth floor ceiling respectively. The Roundhouse Auditorium, where today’s crafter’s market is stationed, is ventilated for smudging ceremonies and the use of traditional medicines.

Winnipeg, Manitoba on Treaty No. 1 Territory and the Homeland of the Red River Métis Nation – Tomorrow, Red River College Polytechnic (RRC Polytech) and RBC are hosting the second annual Reaction by Collision event celebrating Indigenous culture and community.
 
RRC Polytech’s Indigenous Food, Fashion, and Music: An RBC Reaction by Collision Community Event will showcase Indigenous culture and arts in Winnipeg. As part of RRC Polytech’s commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, the event is meant to immerse guests in Indigenous culture, featuring some of the brightest local entrepreneurs, chefs, designers, and performers.
 
Event highlights include haute couture model runway, delectable cuisines from local chefs, a crafter’s market with local artisans, and music provided by Juno-award nominated Indian City.
 
Featured guests include Brownees Urban Bistro, Feast Café Bistro, Olivia Nasikapow, Gayle Grubin, Dawn Harris, Indian City, OGICHIDAA, and many others. To learn more about the feature guests and the event, visit our Indigenous Education page.

What: Indigenous Food, Fashion and Music an RBC Reaction by Collision community event
When: Wednesday, April 19 2023 from 1p.m. to 5p.m.
Where: Manitou a bi Bii daziigae | RRC Polytech – 319 Elgin Avenue

TODAY – Red River College Polytechnic (RRC Polytech) invites all staff, students, and community members to the annual Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET) Stirling Engine Competition.

The event is the culmination of the first-year Mechanical Engineering Technology students’ hard work as they built their own Stirling engines from the ground up. The students will be demonstrating their engines at the event, and will be judged on aspects like efficiency and aesthetic. 

Named after its inventor, Robert Stirling, the engines work by converting heat energy into mechanical energy.

Date: TODAY, Tuesday, April 18

Time: 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Where: Skilled Trades and Technology Centre (STTC) – T Building of RRC Polytech’s Notre Dame Campus (2055 Notre Dame Avenue)

Photo Opportunity: Media are invited to come out and see the students’ work during judging, which will begin around 1:00 p.m.

Why: The competition has been an annual MET student tradition for about two decades, and it will be the first to be held since COVID-19 restrictions forced the College to put the event on hold.

The competition is an integral part in the learning outcomes for RRC Polytech’s MET students. They gain valuable problem-solving experience ensuring they are ready to tackle any problem they may encounter in the industry.

Contact:

Paolo Gonzales
Communications Intern
204.509.0864
pgonzales2@rrc.ca

RRC Polytech is pleased to welcome the new Chairs for the School of Skilled Trades & Technologies. Please join us in welcoming the new Chairs:

• Dustin Blackwell, Chair, Heavy Duty, Marine and Powersports
• Michael Blatz, Chair, Collision and Modified Apprenticeship Programs
• Shylyte Bloodworth, Chair, Manufacturing
• Aaron Brown, Chair, Mechanical Engineering Technology
• Lee Demers, Chair, Electrical Trades – Common Core and Certificate
• Jayne Geisel, Chair, Civil Engineering Technology – Building
• Nigel Louis, Chair, Aircraft Maintenance
• Rob Masi, Chair, Mechanical Trades
• Ryan Peters, Chair, Construction and Power Electrical
• Patrick Savard, Chair, Piping Trades
• Scott Savoy, Chair, Construction Trades
• James Voth, Chair, Automotive Trades

Dustin began his career at RRC Polytech in 2011 as an instructor in the Marine and Powersports program, following 10 years working in the Powersports industry. For the last three years, Dustin has been an Academic Coordinator for Automotive, Heavy Duty, and Marine and Powersports Certificate and Diploma programs.  

Dustin is an RRC Polytech alumni, a Red Seal Motorcycle Technician, and has almost completed his Bachelor of Arts in Adult Education. 

Leading five programs through Course Based Registration, Dustin has built strong relationships across the College and has a deep understanding of College systems and processes. Dustin strives to foster an inclusive environment, where all employees and students feel valued, respected, and supported. 

Outside of work, Dustin enjoys family time with his wife and two daughters, snowmobiling, and BBQ. 

Michael joined RRC Polytech in 2019, as an instructor in the Automotive Technician programs. He then moved into a Coordinator role in the Transportation and Heavy Apprenticeship Trades. 

Michael started as an automotive Red Seal technician, spending 12 years working at a General Motors Dealership where he had plenty of apprentices and students to mentor. 

Michael is a four-time RRC Polytech alumni, graduating from the Automotive Technician Certificate, Automotive Technician Diploma, GM ASEP apprenticeship program, and TFL. He is a lifelong learner that is committed to mentorship while fostering an inclusive and collaborative approach, always looking for new ideas.  

Outside of work Michael enjoys spending time with his wife and three kids. Camping is a summer favourite; fishing and golfing when time allows. Michael also volunteers to coach kids’ soccer and is a Scouts leader for 60^th scout group. 

Pipe welder, robotics programmer, and weld quality technician are a few of the roles that Shylyte Bloodworth has held in the welding industry. After graduating from the Technical Vocational Teacher Education program and completing a Certificate of Adult Education, Shylyte achieved a Bachelor of Education (University of Winnipeg, 2018).  

Shylyte started her RRC Polytech career in 2011 as an instructor, and later completed the Envision Leadership Development program which led to an Academic Coordinator role. She eventually became Program Manager for the Electrical, Mechanical and Manufacturing department.   

As a Red Seal Welder, Shylyte is passionate about sharing how training in the trades can provide many fantastic career opportunities. Outside of work, Shylyte was the inaugural Chair for the Build Together, Women of the Building Trades – Manitoba Chapter, where she is now the Recording Secretary. She is also the past Chair of the Canadian Welding Bureau Association Winnipeg Chapter. 

Aaron J. Brown (he/him/his) has worked at RRC Polytech for five years as an Instructor in the Mechanical Engineering Technology program. He also held the roles of Academic Coordinator for the MET, PET, and ManCAD programs and Program Liaison for the Conestoga Welding Pre-Apprenticeship program. 

Prior to joining RRC Polytech, Aaron spent a decade in the aerospace manufacturing industry with progressive roles as manufacturing engineer, production planner, technical team leader, and industrialization manager. 

Aaron is a Certified Engineering Technologist in the Province of Manitoba. He holds a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology and a Certificate in Project Management from RRC Polytech as well as a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Aerospace Program Management from the University of Manitoba. 

Outside of work, Aaron is a dedicated lifelong learner, taking evening courses on various topics. He especially enjoys cooking and is a proud graduate of RRC Polytech’s Culinary Arts Diploma program. 

Did you know the human heart isn’t the only thing that works with both plumbing and electrical? So does RRC Polytech’s new Chair of the electrical department, Lee Demers.  

As a Red Seal plumber and gasfitter with nearly a decade of experience in various roles at RRC Polytech, Lee has put his skills to work as a Plumbing Instructor, Coordinator of the Piping Trades and Program Manager for the Industry Transportation and Skilled Trades portfolio in Continuing Education.  

Lee has completed his CAE, ENVISION and ENABLE leadership programs and as a lifelong learner, he is currently completing his Project Management certificate.  

In his spare time, Lee enjoys spending time with his daughter, playing guitar in his band, and staying active mountain biking and playing hockey. 

Jayne Geisel first came to work at RRC Polytech in 2007, teaching in the Greenspace Management program. In 2018 she became the Academic Coordinator in Civil Engineering Technology and for the past year she has been Project Lead for Academic Transformation with the Civil Engineering Technology department. Jayne has been an active and engaged member of the College community through her involvement in the RRC Faculty Association, MGEU and as Employee Member on the RRC Polytech Board of Governors.  

Jayne holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Manitoba, a Horticulture Diploma from Olds College, and is currently completing a Master of Education from the Werklund School of Education at the University of Calgary, with a focus on academic leadership and EDI.  

Outside of work, Jayne enjoys many fibre arts, is an avid reader, and loves to spend time with her family and pets. 

Nigel Louis is in his 10^th year at RRC Polytech, all with Stevenson Campus – Aviation and Aerospace as the quality assurance manager.  

Prior to working at RRC Polytech, Nigel’s career included over 25 years of aviation experience in engineering, education and maintenance.  

Nigel graduated with an Avionics Maintenance Diploma and is also an RRC Polytech alumni with an Information Technology Diploma for software development.  

When not working, you’ll find Nigel spending time with his family, enjoying the outdoors and working on his classic car. 

Rob Masi (he/him) is a Red Seal carpenter who worked in both the commercial and residential construction trades before returning to RRC Polytech to teach in the carpentry department in 2014. Affirming his commitment to lifelong learning, Rob has obtained his Certificate in Adult Education and recently completed the Energy Advisor Course. 

In his position as coordinator, Rob drew extensively on his strong relationships with industry to bring in corporate sponsorships to better develop the carpentry and cabinetry programs and enrich student experiences. Rob loves working with other departments to complete projects that give back to the greater College community. He is always looking to maximize program success through partnership, innovation, and collaboration. 

Rob enjoys spending time with his wife and their four children. His hobbies include farming, coaching and playing soccer and volunteering in his community. 

Ryan Peters began working at RRC Polytech in 2017, and has worked as an Educational Assistant in Carpentry, Refrigeration, and HVAC, and a fulltime instructor in the Electrical Department. 

Ryan began his career in the electrical field 19 years ago as a Red Seal Construction Electrician. After completing his Red Seal, he returned to RRC Polytech and completed the Technical Vocational Teaching Certificate program.  

He has also worked on various projects around the College, including the Help Desk Project, Harmonization of the Electrical curriculum, and LEARN implementation and online development. Ryan is also the Manitoba representative on the National Technical Committee for Skills Canada (Electrical) and spearheads the provincial competition held here at RRC Polytech.  

Outside of work, Ryan can usually be found on the golf course or at the rink, spending time with his family. 

Patrick Savard has worked in various roles in RRC Polytech’s Piping Trades department since 2013. He began as an instructor in the plumbing apprenticeship training and the plumbing certificate program and became coordinator of Piping Trades in 2019. In 2020, he added the Mechanical Trades to his coordinator role. 

Patrick holds a Red Seal Journeyperson Plumber & Gasfitter certificate from SAIT. Prior to moving to Winnipeg, he owned and operated a plumbing and heating company in Calgary. Patrick has since continued his education at RRC Polytech, having completed his Certificate in Adult Education, the Energy Advisor training, and several other construction safety courses. Patrick is currently the chair for Skills Manitoba and Skills Canada for the Plumbing trade and looks forward to showcasing his trade at the competition in May. 

In his spare time, Patrick enjoys all of life’s adventures with his beautiful wife, three incredible children, and their two beastly dogs.  

Scott started his career in the construction sector in 1987 and attained his Red Seal Endorsement for Carpentry in 1993. He has worked as a carpenter, estimator, project manager and owner, and has refined his leadership skills as a Project Coordinator and Project Manager after transitioning to the residential and commercial millwork/cabinetry industry.   

Scott joined RRC Polytech as a Carpentry Instructor in 2006. He has led a variety of projects and is most proud of the development and implementation of the College’s learning management software for the Carpentry program. Scott became Program Manager for Construction Trades in 2020. He has been honoured with two Bravo Awards: the Award for Teaching Excellence in 2017, and the Award for Leadership at All Levels in 2022. 

Scott currently sits on the Board for Skills Manitoba as an Educational Representative. Scott enjoys spending time with family and friends at his cottage. He is also an active member of the RRC Polytech Staff Curling League, and enjoys being creative in his home shop, wood turning, chainsaw carving, or whatever grabs his attention. 

Jim joined the College in 1995 as an Instructor in the Automotive Technician program. Since then, he has worked in many of the programs within the Transportation Trades, including nine years providing manufacturer upgrade training to dealership technicians. He also spent two years providing core skills training for the manufacturing industry in Winnipeg. In 2001, Jim was recognized with the Service Excellence Award from RRC Polytech for hosting the North American Council of Automotive Teachers Conference.  

Jim holds a Certificate in Adult Education from Red River College Polytechnic, a Bachelor of Science Degree from Ferris State University, and a Master’s in Education (Adult and Post-Secondary) from University of Manitoba.  

Outside of work, Jim enjoys cycling, fishing, and travelling. 

TODAY – Thursday, April 13, 2023, Red River College Polytechnic invites all staff, students, and community members to learn about Sikh culture by wearing a turban with pride. Everyone is welcome to attend the event, to ask questions, and to wear a turban for the day. 

The event started in 2014 by business administration student (now RRC Polytech staff) Sukhjot Singh, as a way to educate staff and students who might have questions about his turban but were too afraid to ask. The annual event is now led by the Red River College Polytechnic Students’ Association with support from the College.

Date: TODAY, Thursday, April 13

Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: Mall Level (basement) of RRC Polytech’s Notre Dame Campus

Why: April is Sikh heritage month, and April 13, 2023 is the first official Turban Day in Manitoba. The annual event in RRC Polytech is celebrating its fifth year and is a way for students from India to share the importance of the turban with the RRC Polytech community.

Diversity is one of the greatest strengths at RRC Polytech, and sharing our cultural diversity creates a welcoming atmosphere to our staff, students, and community members.

Contact:

Paolo Gonzales
Communications Intern
204.509.0864
pgonzales2@rrc.ca

Lauren Parsons
Communications Officer
204.226.4798
lkparsons@rrc.ca

RRC Polytech is pleased to welcome the new Chair for the School of Continuing Education. Please join us in welcoming Jody Gillis, Chair, IT and Professional Studies.

Jody Gillis began his career at RRC Polytech in 2000, developing and teaching computer programming courses in Continuing Education. He began teaching in 2002 in the Computer Analyst/Programmer program, which evolved into the Business Information Technology (BIT) program. 

Highlights of his career at RRC Polytech include his role as Curriculum Lead for the BIT program, chairing the Directions Conference Committee, the Instructor Assignment Taskforce, the Envision program, helping plan the College’s inaugural Inclusion Week, and his involvement with the union and the RRC Faculty Association.  

Jody is an honours graduate of RRC Polytech’s Computer Analyst/Programmer and CAE programs and has his BSc in Applied Computer Science from the University of Winnipeg. He also holds the Master of Trust Management Standards (MTMS) designation and has served on the Civil Service Superannuation Board (CSSB) and associated committees since 2014. 

Outside of work, Jody enjoys outdoor activities and spending time with his family.