Getting Ready for College

Red River Ready

New students will receive an email inviting them to a Red River Ready orientation event. This does not include campus tours, but provides a variety of information on student life as well as the services and supports that are available to students. The event includes information booths and workshops which will help students learn key information to prepare for college life.

New Student Campus Tours

New students will receive an email inviting them to register for a campus tour. Check your inbox after getting accepted to RRC for more details!

360º Tours

Explore RRC classrooms and spaces based on your interests. Check out the 360º tours today!

Bus

Winnipeg Transit is the #1 way our students get to and from campus and most students are eligible for a reduction in a monthly bus pass!

Parking

Parking at the Notre Dame Campus is available on a first come, first served basis with the purchase of a monthly/annual permit, or an hourly/daily pass from a ticket dispenser. Students who carpool are eligible for priority parking. In the Exchange District, daily and monthly parking is available at nearby parkades.

Maps

Find your way around our campuses with our online maps.

Booklists

Booklists are available from the Campus Store approximately three weeks before classes start.

Photo ID Cards

Photo ID cards are available at Student Service Centres and are required for identification purposes, accessing College services such as fitness centres or computer labs, borrowing materials and writing exams.

HUB

HUB is home to all your College resources. It’s the first point of contact for Red River College students and provides a central location for all your College needs.

Tuition, Fees and Locker Rentals

All can be paid online through RRC HUB.

Campus Living

Mixing comfort and convenience, our student residence is housed in the Paterson GlobalFoods Institute, close to many of the city’s best shops, restaurants and nightclubs. With space for 100 students, the residence is an exciting addition to Winnipeg’s downtown — allowing you to work, dine and play in the heart of the historic Exchange District.

LEARN

LEARN is the College’s learning management system and is used by both distance education as well as on-campus programs.

Child Care

RRC’s Early Childhood Centre offers exceptional childcare and education in an enriched learning environment. The children are actively encouraged to explore, interact, and experiment with their environment in order to develop social and life skills.

Mentorship Programs

Red River College offers a variety of opportunities for student engagement, including cultural and professional mentorships, out-of-classroom experiential learning, and awards that recognize contribution and excellence in embracing diversity.

Diversity Training

RRC provides diversity training to students to support the development of their intercultural competence and enhance their understanding and respect for gender and sexual diversity.

LGBTT*

We’re equally committed to fostering a safe campus environment by ensuring everyone has the chance to work, learn and access services in an inclusive and welcoming manner. We provide educational opportunities and resources to help build communication, understanding and respect throughout our campuses.

RRC Students’ Association

Intramurals! Ski trips! Parties! Movie marathons! RRC’s Students’ Association makes campus life more interesting, keeping your calendar filled with fun events and activities — everything from Welcome Back barbecues and holiday keggers to Reading Week getaways and graduation cruises. The SA also provides a number of student-centred supports and services, including scholarships, health and dental plans, on-campus food banks and RRC’s annual Career Fair. They’re always looking for new members — drop them a line or pay a visit to their offices to find out how you can get involved!

Academic Success Centre

Access this online resource for tips and info on study skills, time management, and more. Need extra help? We offer tutoring in small group and individual settings. You can also sign up to be a tutor yourself — a great way to earn extra money.

Healthy Minds Healthy College

RRC is a health-promoting college. Through our Healthy Minds Healthy College initiative, we offer many mental health-promoting activities and events throughout the year to encourage well-being, reduce stigma about mental illness, and build positive relationships.

Health Services

Located at both the Notre Dame and Exchange District Campuses, our Health Service Centres are staffed by professional nurses who can respond to emergency medical situations and provide healthy lifestyle information and tips for avoiding illness. If you’re feeling under the weather, they can help get you back on your feet as soon as possible!

Fitness and Recreation

Whether you’re building up muscle, shedding a few pounds, or working off stress before an exam, our wellness facilities can help you maintain a healthy, active lifestyle. From weightlifting and cardio equipment to spin and yoga classes — outdoor walking trails to intramurals — you’ll have no trouble keeping active while on campus.

Awards, Scholarships and Bursaries

Lighten your financial load. Check out the full list of available awards, bursaries and scholarships based on academic achievement, financial need, community involvement and extracurricular activities.

Financial Aid

Check out different financial aid options and learn how to apply for federal and provincial loans.

Transfer Credit

Transfer Credit provides recognition for courses or programs completed at another recognized post-secondary institution or in a different RRC program.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Work and life experiences may be used to gain credit for courses in your RRC program. Learn more about RRC’s Recognition of Prior Learning.

Dates

See important academic dates and holiday closures at the College.

Forms

Access a wide variety of forms that you’ll need during your time at RRC.

Accessibility Services

If you have a diagnosed disability, you may be eligible for academic accommodations such as exam accommodations, ASL interpreting, computerized note-taking, note-taking assistance or assistive technology.

Indigenous Support Centre

Our Indigenous Support Centres provide a home away from home to students enrolled in any Red River College program. Here you can smudge, talk with support staff or spend time with friends. We provide access to facilities such as a computer lab, kitchen, study area and lounge. This is also where many of our events, workshops and ceremonies are held.

Our student supports staff include Elders-in-Residence, Liaison Advisor, Wellness Counsellors, Wellness Advisors, Navigation Coaches, Academic Coaches, Financial Aid Officers and Transition to Employment Coaches.

International Student Support

Our Centre for International Education and Global Partnerships can help you make a smooth transition to your new life in Canada.