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Mittohnee Pogo'ohtah

Mittohnee’s Summer Workshop Series Continues with AI and Social Media Sessions

July 6, 2026

Summer programming is in full swing at Mittohnee Pogo’ohtah. Here’s what’s on for July, plus a few community events and opportunities worth your time.

MITTOHNEE EVENTS

AI Prompting for Business: A Conversation with Jared Kozak

Wednesday, July 15, 2026. 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM In-person: Red River College, 319 Elgin Ave, Room E472 (Online: MS Teams)

Jared Kozak joins us for a practical, accessible look at AI prompt engineering for business. The focus is on how entrepreneurs can put AI to work as a real tool to support and grow their ventures, not just a buzzword.

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Social Media Marketing with Kelly Krakalovich

Wednesday, July 22, 2026. 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM In-person: Red River College, 319 Elgin Ave, Room E472 (Online: MS Teams)

This hands-on workshop walks you through building a social media strategy from the ground up: your brand voice, your story, content pillars, a simple content matrix, and a one-page action plan. You’ll leave with a worksheet-by-worksheet plan you can pin up and actually use. Worksheets and pens provided.

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LOCAL OPPORTUNITIES

ADaPT for Indigenous Youth Meet & Greet

Tuesday, July 7, 2026. 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM CDT Manitou a bi Bii daziigae, RRC Polytech, Winnipeg, MB

Drop in to start conversations with ADaPT participants and Manitoba employees and make some real connections. Free lunch and professional headshots are included. Say hello to Mittohnee alumni Zachary Flett, who’s moderating the event.

SEE Incubator Cohort 7 Applications Are Open

September 8, 2026 through November 2026

The Social Entrepreneurship Enclave (SEE) is now accepting applications for its next cohort. This community-centred incubator offers weekly circles for community building, subsidies on professional service fees, one-on-one venture coaching, coworking space access, and more. SEE is built for Atypical Entrepreneurs, including non-conforming youth, 2SLGBTQ+, Indigenous, social, racialized, and women entrepreneurs facing additional barriers.

Apply here

BUSINESS GROWTH & NETWORKING

AI at Work: Practical Use Cases Across Product, Project and Change Management

Thursday, July 9, 2026. 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM Saddlery on Market, 114 Market Avenue, Winnipeg

Tech Thursdays hosts this interactive panel on how AI is reshaping day-to-day work across product, project, and change management. You’ll leave with actionable insights you can apply right away, and it’s a good chance to bring your questions and connect with like-minded people.

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COMMUNITY EVENTS

MMIWG2S+ Family Fun Day in Winnipeg

Saturday, July 18, 2026. 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM CN Stage and Field at The Forks, Winnipeg, Treaty One Territory

The Anish Healing Centre is hosting a Family Fun Day to remember and honour loved ones while connecting with community. Expect games, ceremony, and live entertainment. Laughter and love are healing, and this event brings people together to do both. Free and open to everyone.

For more information, email Isabel.daniels@anish.ca.

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.