Centre for Newcomer Integration

November 3-8 is Thrive Week! 

October 30, 2025

Thrive Week is aimed at cultivating an environment of support that provides a sense of well-being, belonging, and connectedness for students and employees. 

During Thrive Week, members of the RRC Polytech community will discover simple, everyday ways to care for their mental health and feel their best — at school, at work, and beyond.

Activities, hosted by Campus Well-Being and the Students’ Association, include:

·       Feast and Friends: Forge new social connections with guided conversation over a shared meal

·       DIY Fidget Making: Learn basic woodworking techniques crafting your own custom fidget – a simple tool that helps with focus and stress relief

·       The Amazing Race: Experience teamwork and physical activity while competing in six fun-filled mini games

·       FortWhyte Alive Wellness Walk

·       Mini Massages

·       Pop Up Cat Café

·       Mini Golf

·       Library Puzzles and Colouring Stations

Folks can register here to save a spot in many of the events. 

RRC Polytech campuses are located on the lands of the Anishinaabeg, Ininiwak, Anishininwak, Dakota Oyate, and Denésuline, 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.