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Discover Cultures and Make Friends: Join Our Intercultural Partnership Program!

Have you travelled to different countries and loved every moment? Curious about learning more about a new culture without having to hop on a plane? The Intercultural Partnership Program at RRC Polytech is here for you! We’re back and accepting applications for Fall 2024. This program pairs Global Partners (immigrant or international students) with Local Partners (Canadian-raised students or staff) for a…

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Drumming Circle & Fan Down Ceremony

📅 Friday, September 13th 📍 Indigenous Student Support Centre, Exchange District Campus (P407) 🕛 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM Step into the rhythm of Indigenous culture with a Drumming Circle and Fan Down Ceremony led by Knowledge Keeper Richard. This is a unique opportunity to connect with the heartbeat of tradition through drumming, singing, and a ceremony that offers blessings…

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Student Counselling Services

Counselling is available to help students deal with personal concerns that may be affecting their studies or personal well-being. Counsellors will work with students to help explore what is happening in their lives and help them identify strategies to help. Students frequently come to counselling to get help with personal/relational challenges, manage mental wellness, and receive support through times of…

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Staying Compliant with Your Study Permit Conditions

As a study permit holder, you must meet several conditions. If you do not meet these conditions, you may lose your student status and study permit. You may also have to leave Canada. As a study permit holder, you must: be enrolled at a designated learning institution (DLI) unless you’re exempt show you’re actively pursuing your studies, unless you’re exempt, by being…

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Eco Canada Virtual Career Fair (Sep 18)

ECO Canada’s Virtual Career Fair is packed with insightful webinars and activities designed for students to elevate their career, enhance their skills, and expand their network, connecting with employers and job seekers in the environmental sector. Event Details: Wednesday, September 18, 2024 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM MST From mastering job search strategies to navigating the landscape of green careers,…

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Virtual Immigration Information Session September 2024

The Centre for International Education and Global Partnerships is organizing a list of immigration information sessions for international students to attend. The sessions will be conducted by Della Chen, the college’s International Student and Immigration Advisor.     Attend these information sessions to learn a variety of topics on study permit extensions, co-op work permits and the Post-Graduation Work Permit. Information sessions…

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Off-Campus Work Hours

As the Fall semester unfolds, we have important information regarding your off-campus work hours. Off-Campus Work Eligibility: international students who meet the following criteria are eligible to work off-campus for up to 20 hours per week: Enroll as a full-time student at Red River College Polytechnic; Currently enroll in an academic program lasting at least 6 months, leading to a…

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Health and Wellness Programs

As we start a new term, be sure to build in some time to have fun and find balance. Follow Campus Well-Being on Instagram @rrcwellbeing and take a look at our September Program Calendar, which includes: Yoga and fitness classes Intramural basketball, badminton, and volleyball Six Ways to Stay Healthy at College (virtual and in-person) Therapy dog visits, a pop-up cat…

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Do you need a Co-Op Work Permit?

International students who are undertaking any kind of field education (co-op work experience or internship) after April 30th, 2024, regardless of length and compensation, must have a valid co-op work permit.   The processing time on a co-op work permit application can be lengthy. You can follow the instructions here to prepare your application and submit it to IRCC online…

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Need a Confirmation of Enrolment?

Do you need a Confirmation of Enrolment for your immigration applications or for other purposes? International Confirmation of Enrolment (ICOE) letters are designed to provide IRCC with the information that they will require in order to process various applications, such as study permits (including extensions) and co-op work permits. ICOE letters may also be used as proof of enrolment for…

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