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Check out Winnipeg in the News!

There’s lots happening around Winnipeg–our little city is getting attention around the world! Check out our latest World Record–a snow maze! Learn about why Winnipeg is one of the hottest tourist destinations in the world! The Independent Manitoba was named one of the top 10 regions of the world to visit in Lonely Planet in 2019! If you’re already here–lucky…

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Finding your Well-Being

Many students have a tough time coping with the pressure of life and College. It can be really difficult to find balance and well-being in a new environment. The Winnipeg Regional Health Authority has a web guide with some really practical and relevant tips for creating well-being in your life. There are some helpful videos, including messages from other newcomers…

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Do you know Lynda?

You may have noticed a new tab on your RRC HUB page this year—Lynda! A student came and asked me the other day how she could develop my computer skills to help enhance what she was learning in her program. I was very happy to be able to show her Lynda.com, which is full of thousands of courses on a…

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Things to do for Free in Winnipeg this Week

Celebrate the end of the bitter cold by checking out these free events in Winnipeg! Craftstravaganza  Come and celebrate International Women’s Day at MAWA Mentoring Artists for Women’s Arts. Learn craft practices from around the world.  There are four workshops offered at the same time. March 9, 2019, 12:00pm – 4:00pm MAWA, 611 Main Street Have a look at the…

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Tax Season: The Most Wonderful Time of the Year?

Did you know that filing a simple tax return could put hundreds of dollars in your bank account? There are still a few seats left for our last Tax Information Session, this Monday at the Notre Dame Campus–register today! Who is this for? Newcomers to Canada International Students First-time tax filers Students with tax-related questions A representative of the Canada Revenue…

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Free things to do in Winnipeg this Weekend

March Tabletop Gameday Do you like games? If you do, there is the perfect event for you to check out. GameKnight Games and Cool Stuff is organizing a Gameday.  You can come with your whole family and enjoy some quality time. Saturday, March 2, 2019 10 am to 10 pm 519 Osborne Street For more information, go here: http://gameknight.ca/gameday/  …

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Income Tax information Session – Register Today!

There are still a few seats left for our upcoming income Tax Information Sessions–register today! A representative of the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) will present an overview of Canada’s income tax process and will be available to answer your questions. Who is this for? Newcomers to Canada International Students First-time tax filers Students with tax-related questions Some of the questions…

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Volunteers Needed for “Pathway to Permanent Residency” Session

We are looking for volunteers to help with the registration desk for the “Pathway to Permanent Residency” Session on the following dates: Date Time Location Room February 25, 2018 8:30-9:30 Exchange District Campus (160 Princess Street) A104 February 27, 2019 15:00-16:00 Notre Dame Campus (2055 Notre Dame Ave.) GM41 March 6, 2019 8:30-9:30 Notre Dame Campus (2055 Notre Dame Ave.)…

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Smoke Alarm For Every Family

When was the last time you located and tested your smoke alarm? Take a minute today to check! If you own your own home but do not have a smoke alarm, you may be interested in the S.A.F.E. Family program. The S.A.F.E Family (Smoke Alarm For Every Family) is a residential smoke alarm installation program run within the City of…

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Free Activities in Winnipeg this Weekend

Check out these free things to do this weekend: Winter Free Swimming Swimming is one of the best ways to escape the frozen winter and stay active with your family. Check out the schedule for free swimming in different community centres around the city of Winnipeg: Central Winter Festival Saturday, February 23 from 1-3 pm 400 Cumberland Avenue Activities: Skating…

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