Generously supported by CTTAM (Certified Technicians and Technologists Association of Manitoba)

2025 marks more than half a century of excellence in Electrical Engineering education at RRC Polytech. To celebrate this incredible milestone, we invite members of the RRC Polytech Electrical Engineering community to join us on November 6 for Homecoming.

This free, casual event will bring together generations of alumni, instructors past and present, current students, and industry supporters for an evening of networking and fun. Food, beverages, and an interactive photo booth are on tap for the night, as well as a pop-up Campus Store booth where you can purchase RRC Polytech merch. In addition, we are proud to honour Emmy-award winning Broadcast Technician Tessa Potter as the recipient of RRC Polytech’s 2025 Distinguished Graduate Award at Homecoming.

We look forward to bringing our EET alumni community together this fall!

Event Details

Date:         Thursday, November 6, 2025
Time:         5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Location:  RRC Polytech’s Notre Dame Campus (2055 Notre Dame Ave.)
Menu:        Refreshments will be served and a cash bar will be available. *Attendees will receive a complimentary drink ticket.

A confirmation email will be sent out with event and parking details a few days prior to the event. If you have any questions, please contact Phil Klassen at pklassen@rrc.ca.

Celebrating a Distinguished Grad

The RRC Polytech Distinguished Graduate Award recognizes the outstanding personal and professional achievements of RRC Polytech’s most accomplished alumni.

This year’s recipient is Electronic Engineering Technology graduate Tessa Potter, who completed her studies in 2000. Since then, she’s worked as a Broadcast Technician in television, radio, and live sports – a behind-the-camera role that has allowed her to travel the globe to work on world-class events like the FIFA World Cup and the Olympics. She has received two Emmy awards for her work broadcasting the Olympics, one for the Beijing Winter Games (2022), and one for the Paris Summer Games (2024). She is heading to Italy next February for her fourth Olympic Games.

Here in Winnipeg, Potter works as Truth North Sports + Entertainment’s Broadcast Liaison, serving home and visiting broadcast teams. She is also a Broadcast Technician for SBL Engineering, where she monitors and maintains transmitters for radio and television clients in Manitoba, and is a subject matter expert for complex radio frequency issues and repairs.

Potter is a phenomenal advocate for the field of broadcast engineering, focusing much of her spare time on mentoring and inspiring students. She’s the current (and first female) president of WABE, the Western Association of Broadcast Engineers, where she not only advocates for the industry, but also for women and diversity in the sector. One of her main goals as president of WABE has been to promote the industry and the career opportunities it provides to current and prospective students. Through her work at True North Sports + Entertainment, she mentors students and interns who cycle through the broadcasting department, helping them find their footing and – hopefully – a passion for this work.

Potter shared words of inspiration with RRC Polytech’s graduating class of 2022 at Spring Convocation as the alumni guest speaker, describing her education at RRC Polytech as the following: “My diploma in Electronic Engineering Technology at RRC Polytech was like a cypher. A tool that over the years has allowed me to decode a whole industry. Whatever flavour of the industry I uncovered – broadcasting, media technology, or live sports – would not have been possible without the lens of my education helping to bring it into focus.”

We are thrilled to honour Potter’s leadership in broadcast engineering at Homecoming. RRC Polytech alumni and supporters are warmly invited to attend.

On Friday, September 26, content creator, super thrifter, and RRC Polytech Creative Communications grad Tedi Gilmartin will be the headliner at CreativeMornings Winnipeg’s free event taking place at Launch Co-Working (Exchange District – 5th floor, 167 Lombard Street). All RRC Polytech alumni and community members are invited to attend!

More than a decade ago, CreativeMornings was launched out of a desire for ongoing, accessible events for creative communities to connect. Today, these communities gather in 247 cities across more than 60 countries — including right here in Winnipeg.

The Winnipeg chapter of CreativeMornings not only celebrates our city’s creative talent, but also promotes an open space to connect with like-minded individuals. From marketing legends to hometown heroes, speakers are selected by each chapter based on a global theme.

September’s theme is BLOSSOM: every blossom is an act of becoming. The quiet force of roots pushing through the dark, the slow unfurling of a bud, a sudden burst of color. But plants don’t blossom on command. Each flower requires the right amount of sunlight, water, and nourishment across the cycle of the seasons. To truly blossom, you must take the risk of opening up. This is your season. You deserve to be seen. Offer your abundance of color and creativity to the world! 

A graduate of RRC Polytech’s Creative Communications program (2016), Tedi is a content creator celebrated for her Manitoba thrifting expertise, playful personality, and dynamic creativity. By day, she works as a content marketing specialist for a multi-billion-dollar company, and by night, she’s a creative photographer behind billboard campaigns, a videographer, and an editor passionate about storytelling-driven video content. Over the past year, she learned how to create her own path – in life and in work – and in this talk, she’ll share her story of growth and resilience.

Join CreativeMornings Winnipeg on September 26 at Launch Co-Working (Exchange District) for an inspiring morning!

Mark your calendars for October 2! Sponsored by BMO, RRC Polytech’s 3rd annual Fall Market at the Exchange District Campus will feature handcrafted items, artwork, delicious food, and innovative products all curated or created by talented students, staff, alumni, and industry partners.

Join us for a day of fun and festivity as we usher in a new season. In addition to shopping, there will be music, creative workshops and activities, and food trucks.

Entry is free for visitors and all are welcome.

Market Details

Date: Thursday, October 2, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: RRC Polytech’s Exchange District Campus (160 Princess Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba)

Become a Vendor

Alumni makers are warmly invited to sell their products and services at the market! Vendors will be provided with a table and chairs in the Roblin Centre or Manitou a bi Bii daziigae.

Vendors are responsible for transporting their own display items, arranging their tables, and handling their own sales (including monetary float for transactions).

RRC Polytech’s Electrical Engineering Technology program (EET) has reached a significant milestone this year: more than half a century teaching generations how to harness the innovative technology that powers industry and essential services in Manitoba and around the world.

To mark this moment, we warmly invite members of the RRC Polytech Electrical Engineering community to join us in November to celebrate!

Just as the industry has continued to evolve, so too has the program. EET encompasses three specializations:

1. Electrical Engineering Technology
2. Electronic Engineering Technology
3. Instrumentation Control Engineering Technology

Over the past 60 years, EET has also encompassed:

1. Computer Engineering Technology
2. Communication Engineering Technology
3. Instrumentation Engineering Technology

We’re excited to reconnect with alumni, former staff, and industry partners from each of these streams!

Save the Date

Date:         Thursday, November 6, 2025
Time:         5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Location:  RRC Polytech’s Notre Dame Campus (2055 Notre Dame Ave.)

More information coming soon! Please keep your eyes on our blog for event updates and refresh your contact information to ensure you’re on the invite list. Don’t forget to share with any RRC Polytech EET grads in your network!

RRC Polytech President and CEO Fred Meier with Neil Aisenstat, President and CEO of Hy’s Canada, and RRC Polytech student and award recipient Might Tapaoan at the 2024 Hy’s Patio Party in support RRC Polytech students.

All RRC Polytech alumni are warmly invited to a phenomenal culinary experience in support of RRC Polytech’s Culinary Arts and Hospitality students at Hy’s Steakhouse & Cocktail Bar on Thursday, June 26.

This year, Hy’s celebrates 70 years. To mark this milestone, the John Aisenstat Memorial fundraiser is taking us back to 1955 with retro-inspired cocktails, appetizers, and exceptional socializing on Hy’s beautiful patio at the iconic intersection of Portage and Main in downtown Winnipeg. This annual patio party celebrates the future of culinary and hospitality excellence here in Manitoba and supports the Hy’s – John Aisenstat Memorial Award, which is dedicated to assisting graduating students from RRC Polytech’s Culinary Arts and Hospitality programs.

By purchasing a $100 ticket, you’ll make a meaningful impact on the next generation of culinary and hospitality talent and receive a $50 tax receipt. Your entire contribution will go directly to the John Aisenstat Memorial Fund at RRC Polytech. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to support a great cause and have a fantastic time. Purchase your tickets now and be part of this memorable evening!

You’re invited! In partnership with Ten Thousand Coffees, we’re excited to offer a virtual ‘Office Hour’ to RRC Polytech alumni, students, and staff with an industry expert who will share valuable insights on preparing for and navigating the job recruitment season this fall. This free virtual event will take place on Monday, June 16 at 3:00 p.m. CT.

Uncover essential strategies for understanding the hiring landscape, crafting standout applications, and acing your interviews. Join this exclusive fireside chat to gain insider knowledge from Clodagh Scannell, Director of Early Talent Acquisition and Programs at Manulife, who will provide an unparalleled perspective on what it takes to succeed in today’s competitive job market.

In this dynamic session, you’ll:

• Discover key skills and qualities employers (both big and small!) are seeking
• Learn top tips for crafting compelling resumes and cover letters that get noticed by recruiters – whether you’re a new grad or a seasoned professional
• Gain insights into effectively demonstrating your strengths throughout the interview process
• Develop strategies for evaluating company culture and making informed career decisions
• Unlock key trends in the ever-evolving talent recruitment landscape

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain the knowledge and tools to turn your job applications into job offers. Whether you’re just starting out, looking for new opportunities, or shifting your career, RRC Polytech alumni at any stage of their career journeys are warmly invited to attend.

Register now for this free webinar on Monday, June 16 at 3 p.m. CT.

It’s a familiar story: student becomes graduate, graduate becomes industry professional, industry professional comes back to teach. At least, it’s a familiar story at RRC Polytech – in fact, more than 900 current staff are RRC Polytech graduates.

And there’s no mystery why alumni make the career transition from industry to classroom: as students, they loved learning from instructors with real-world experience; after working in industry and gaining expertise, they want to pay it forward by teaching the next generation of graduates. Talk about coming full circle!

From Industry to Classroom: Become an Instructor

All alumni are warmly encouraged to attend RRC Polytech’s first-ever Industry to Classroom networking event to discover the rewards and impact of teaching at RRC Polytech.

Over two evenings at the end of April, alumni can visit the Exchange District Campus or Notre Dame Campus — or both! — to learn about RRC Polytech’s mission, the impact you can make as an instructor, and the comprehensive supports available to help you succeed. Discover the flexibility of teaching, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to shape the future workforce.

Event Details

Both evenings will follow the same agenda with scheduled tours, presentations, light refreshments, and the opportunity to connect directly with Deans, Associate Deans, Chairs, and other instructors that have made the career transition from industry to the classroom.

This free come-and-go event will also feature incredible alumni guest speakers, who will be sharing their experiences from classroom to industry and back again, during the “Power of Teaching” presentation.

On Friday, April 25, award-winning artist and RRC Polytech Advanced Graphic Design grad Roberta Landreth will be the guest speaker at CreativeMornings Winnipeg’s free event taking place at Launch Exchange (5th floor, 167 Lombard Street). All RRC Polytech alumni and community members are warmly invited to attend.

More than a decade ago, CreativeMornings was launched out of a desire for ongoing, accessible events for creative communities to connect. Today, these communities gather in 247 cities across more than 60 countries — including right here in Winnipeg.

The Winnipeg chapter of CreativeMornings not only celebrates our city’s creative talent, but also promotes an open space to connect with like-minded individuals. From marketing legends to hometown heroes, speakers are selected by each chapter based on a global theme.

April’s theme is CROSSROADS: we all reach turning points in life that change the course of our destiny – no wonder that in folklore and mythology, crossroads represent a gateway between our mortal coil and the supernatural realm. An in-between place of transition, where worlds collide, and anything can happen next. So, how do you decide which way to go next? Just pick what feels right. Because there’s no wrong choice. Only different journeys to where you’re meant to be.

A graduate of RRC Polytech’s Advanced Graphic Design program (2012), Roberta is a multiple-award winning artist and designer, working primarily in the music industry. Her designs are widely celebrated, notably earning a JUNO, four WCMAs, and two Covenant Awards. Roberta has worked on album artwork for more than 200 albums, as well as on posters, merch, and other graphics with artists such as The National, Luke Combs, Jully Black, Serena Ryder, the Bros. Landreth, William Prince, Dan Mangan, Natalie MacMaster, Big Wreck, Ani DiFranco, and many many more. She’s also worked on festival artwork for Winnipeg Folk Fest (including this year’s 50th anniversary artwork!) – and that’s just scratching the surface.

Join CreativeMornings Winnipeg on April 25 as Roberta shares her creative crossroad as a freelance designer and how she chooses an abundance mindset over scarcity (and how you can, too!).

You’re invited! In partnership with Ten Thousand Coffees, we’re excited to offer a virtual ‘Office Hour’ to RRC Polytech alumni, students, and staff with an industry expert who will share valuable insights on leveraging existing skills to land your dream job. This free virtual event will take place on Thursday, March 27 at 4:00 p.m. CT.

Unlock the secrets to transforming your job search and converting applications into offers. Join this interactive event to gain insider knowledge from Jasmeen Sindu, Ph.D., Associate Director of Partnerships and Special Projects at CEWIL Canada.

In this dynamic session, you’ll:

• Discover what your transferable skills are and how to articulate them
• Learn strategic upskilling techniques for job readiness – directly from a career expert!
• Gain a simple 3-step framework for building confidence and landing opportunities
• Participate in a self-assessment exercise to recognize your strengths

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain the knowledge and tools to turn your job applications into job offers so you can unlock your potential and launch your career with confidence. Whether you’re just starting out, looking for new opportunities, or shifting your career, RRC Polytech alumni at any stage of their career journeys are warmly invited to attend.

Register now for this free webinar on Thursday, March 27 at 4 p.m. CT.

RRC Polytech alumni and film buffs of all stripes are invited to discover the pulse of Canadian cinema at an event presented by the Schroeder Institute of Entertainment and Media Arts. All alumni are warmly invited to attend.

This free event — Telefilm Canada: A Reel Conversation — is taking place Thursday, March 20, from noon to 1:00 p.m. in the Round Room at Manitou a bi Bii daziigae, 319 Elgin Avenue.

There, the College will host Julie Roy, Executive Director and CEO of Telefilm Canada, for an engaging fireside chat. With nearly three decades dedicated to the film industry, Roy brings a wealth of experience, having served in pivotal roles at the National Film Board (NFB) and leading positions in programming, distribution, and innovation.

The event presents a unique opportunity for alumni, students, faculty, and industry professionals alike to delve into the insights and trends shaping Canadian media today. Whether you’re passionate about film production and storytelling, or simply curious about the future of Canada’s cinematic landscape, the discussion promises valuable takeaways and networking opportunities.

A light lunch and refreshments will be provided before the conversation begins.

About RRC Polytech’s Schroeder Institute

The Schroeder Institute serves as a dynamic hub for creative arts education and research in Manitoba. Established through a generous $15-million gift from the Schroeder Foundation in September 2024, the Institute bridges classroom learning with industry demands, offering programs in animation, digital film and media production, video and motion graphics, and more.

Students benefit from hands-on experiences, industry partnerships and applied research opportunities, ensuring they are well-prepared to contribute to Manitoba’s burgeoning creative industries.