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Moose Hide Campaign Day – May 16

May 16, 2024

This year, people from all walks of life are invited to participate in the Moose Hide Campaign Day on May 16, in-person in Victoria, B.C. or virtually from anywhere. The Moose Hide Campaign has scheduled a sunrise ceremony livestream, a general plenary livestream, multiple live virtual workshops, a livestream of the Walk to End Violence Against Women and Children in Victoria, B.C., and a fast-breaking ceremony livestream. Participants can register here.

MediaEdge Publishing is hosting a walk to end gender-based violence as part of the Moose Hide Campaign today to join in solidarity with similar walks organized all over the country. The walk in Winnipeg will start at the Human Rights Museum at 12pm and end at Louis Riel’s gravesite in St. Boniface.

Staff and students can pick up moose hide pins from either Indigenous Support Centre (F209 at NDC and P407 at EDC) to wear to show support of the campaign and as symbol of their promise to not perpetuate violence against women and children.

National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two Spirit People – Sunday, May 5

May 3, 2024

The following message includes topics that may trigger strong emotions, especially for those with lived experiences. It is recommended that we all check in on ourselves and access the resources available to us to ensure we are taking good care of our mental health. For mental health and self-care resources, visit here.

The National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two Spirit People, otherwise known as Red Dress Day, is observed on Sunday, May 5.

Red Dress Day began with Jaime Black’s REDress Project, initiated in 2010, in which she hung red dresses in public spaces to represent the missing and murdered women, girls and Two Spirit people to honour their lives and their families.

The National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two Spirit People (MMIWG2S) released their Final Report in June 2019. The report detailed over 2,380 accounts from family members, survivors of violence, experts and Knowledge Keepers during two years of evidence gathering. Two volumes of the report conclude that persistent human and Indigenous rights violations are the root cause of Canada’s high rates of violence against Indigenous women, girls, and Two Spirit people.

Sections 11.1 – 11.2 call on educators across all levels to provide awareness to the public about missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and Two Spirit people and about the issues and causes of violence they experience. In this digital age, we have the ability to spread the truth, but we are also at odds with misinformation borne from ignorance and racism. It is our duty to their families and communities to advocate for the truth of Canada’s complacency in crimes against Indigenous women, girls, and Two Spirit people.

Many Indigenous organizations have additional programs that support the National Inquiry and education on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two Spirit People like the Southern Chiefs’ Organization Inc. MMIWG2S and Violence Prevention.

This year, Giganawenimaanaanig, or the MMIWG2S+ Implementation Committee, will be speaking at Pow Wow on the impacts that loss has on Indigenous communities. Indigenous students and families who are the mourning the loss of loved ones will also be recognized for their perseverance and strength.

The flags at Notre Dame Campus and PGI will be lowered to half-mast on Friday and remain lowered through the weekend to pay respect to Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two Spirit People.

Moose Hide Campaign – Walk to End Gender-Based Violence, May 16

May 2, 2024

MediaEdge Publishing is hosting a walk to end gender-based violence as part of the Moose Hide Campaign on Thursday, May 16, 2024, to join in solidarity with similar walks organized all over the country.

The walk in Winnipeg will start at the Human Rights Museum at 12pm and end at Louis Riel’s gravesite in St. Boniface.

To register yourself or your company to join the Walk to End Violence, please send an email confirmation including name/company name and number of attendees to ashleyh@mediaedgepublishing.com before May 13.

Read more about the Moose Hide Campaign on their website.

Students and staff can pick up a moose hide pin in either of the Indigenous Support Centres at Notre Dame Campus (F209) and Exchange District Campus (P407) to demonstrate their commitment to ending gender-based violence.

Explore the World of Tech!

May 1, 2024

Wednesday, May 15 – Powered by IG Wealth Management

High school students are invited to come to RRC Polytech and explore the world of Information Technology! You will have the opportunity to explore sessions that focus on our programs Application Development and Delivery, Information Security, IT Operations, Data Science and Machine Learning, and Game Development. The day will also include a tour of RRC Polytech and panels of representatives currently working in the field.

9:30 AM to 3:00 PM

RRC Polytech – Roblin Centre – 160 Princess Street

Agenda

  • 9:30 AM – Welcome
  • 10:10 AM – Session A: Game Development
  • 11:20 AM – Session B: Pentesting
  • 12:20 PM – Lunch 
  • 1:30 PM – IT Panel
  • 2:30 PM – Campus Tour

Register here! Admission is free for all Indigenous students.

MMIWG2S+ Family Members’ Recognition at this year’s Pow Wow

April 23, 2024

Giganawenimaanaanig – We take care of them all.

This message contains information that may be sensitive to some readers.

Giganawenimaanaanig, known as the MMIWG2S+ Implementation Committee, is inviting all graduating students who are family members to Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two Spirit People to receive honours and acknowledgements for their strength, resilience and dedication to furthering their educational pursuits despite the immense challenges they may have faced. Graduating students will also have the opportunity to acknowledge the loss of their loved one(s) when receiving recognition.

Giganawenimaanaanig is asking eligible graduating students to register online to receive recognition for the accomplishments they’ve demonstrated by completing their programs.

“We believe it is crucial to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of these individuals, as they not only exemplify personal courage but also contribute to the broader narrative of Indigenous resilience and perseverance. By extending our support and acknowledgment, we hope to foster a culture of inclusivity and empathy within our Province.”

Sandra Delaronde, Executive Director, Giganawenimaanaanig.

Please register with Giganawenimaanaanig before 11:59pm on April 25 to be honoured at RRC Polytech’s Pow Wow on Friday, May 3.

Graduating students can register here. More information is available on the registration page.

Sweat Lodge Ceremony – Students

April 17, 2024

Students are invited to participate in a Sweat Lodge Ceremony hosted by Elder-in-Residence, Paul Guimond. Indigenous and non-Indigenous students will have the opportunity to connect spiritually through a Ceremonial Sweat Lodge, followed by a Feast on Friday April 26. Preparations will start at 10am and the Ceremony will take place at 1pm.

Please meet in F209 for 9:30am and to the Medicine Wheel Garden together to start preparing the site at 10am.

To register, please send an email to Holly Scherban at hscherban@rrc.ca with the following information: 

  • Name 
  • Student number 
  • Any dietary restrictions for the Feast 

When: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. on Friday, April 26, 2024 

Where: Medicine Wheel Garden and Sweat Lodge Facilities at the Notre Dame Campus 

Elder Paul joined RRC Polytech in 2018 as an Elder-in-Residence and has since hosted many traditional Ceremonies and Sweat Lodges across the College, in addition to offering the Indigenous Worldview through Indigenous Teachings and Sharing Circles. He’s a Sundance Bundle Carrier (Chief), Sweat Lodge Bundle Carrier (Water Drum) and Dark Room Bundle Carrier. He is an active Elder with Addictions Foundation of Manitoba and Sagkeeng Child & Family Services and offers healing, spiritual growth, and personal development through ceremony, programming, and establishing healthy relationships. To learn more about Elder Paul and connect, please see his profile on our website

Sweat Lodge Ceremonies are a way to heal oneself and connect with all four parts of the self: the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual. Register now! Limit of 20 participants per Lodge. 

Pow Wow 2024: Registration is open!

April 10, 2024

RRC Polytech is proud to host its 24th annual Pow Wow to acknowledge the accomplishments of Indigenous graduates. The annual Pow Wow gives our community the opportunity to dance, drum, sing, eat, connect, and participate in Ceremony.

Please join us to celebrate Indigenous graduates as we send them off on their continued journeys to success.

All Indigenous students graduating in 2024 are encouraged to join us to celebrate! Full-time, part-time, students that attend regional campuses, and students graduating in Fall 2024 are welcome to register and participate in Pow Wow.

FRIDAY, MAY 3, 2024

NOTRE DAME CAMPUS, NORTH GYM

  • 10:00am – Pipe Ceremony
  • 12:00pm – Grand Entry
  • 2:00pm – Honouring Indigenous Graduates
  • 4:30pm – Feast

Graduating students can register for attendance here. Graduates don’t need to register for stoles ahead of time and can pick them up at the Registration Table at the event.

Dancers can register at the Registration Table on the morning of the event.

Attendees don’t need to register ahead of time.

Spring Equinox – Friday, April 5, 2024

March 28, 2024

All students, staff, and faculty are invited to our Spring Equinox gathering in the Roundhouse Auditorium at the Exchange District Campus.

Date:                   Friday, April 5, 2024

Time:                   10:00 am – Pipe ceremony

                             12:00 pm – Feast

Where:               Roundhouse Auditorium, Manitou a bi Bii daziigae, Exchange District Campus

The celebration will begin with a pipe ceremony led by the Knowledge-In-Residence in the Roundhouse Auditorium, followed by a feast to celebrate the season.

No registration is required. Everyone is welcome to come as they are.

This Thursday! Indigenous Career Fair – An RBC Reaction by Collision Event

March 19, 2024

This Thursday, RRC Polytech is hosting the Indigenous Career Fair – An RBC Reaction by Collision Event in the North Gym at Notre Dame Campus starting at 12pm. Indigenous students are invited to tune into a panel discussion with industry partners from 12pm until 12:45pm and drop in to connect with over 40 employers from a wide range of industries anytime between 12pm – 4pm. A hot dog lunch will be available starting at 12pm until 1:30pm. The RBC Headshot Lounge will be open for students to take professional headshot portraits for use on LinkedIn and other professional bios.

Register here for a chance to win awesome prizes!

Thank you to RBC for their generous support of the Indigenous Career Fair – An RBC Reaction by Collision Event.

See below for a list of employers and available job postings.


If you haven’t already, remember to register for a chance to win prizes at the Indigenous Career Fair – An RBC Reaction by Collision Event!

See you on Thursday!

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.