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Rendering of proposed new Dafoe Library

Students

Join us Jan. 20 to launch UM’s new capital plan

January 8, 2026 — 
We’re starting 2026 with a historic moment in our university’s history.

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Snowfall on Fort Garry campus outside University College.

Update: University of Manitoba reopening Friday, December 19th

December 18, 2025 — 
The university will reopen on Friday, December 19 and resume regular business.

Illustration of 7 diverse coloured hands raised against a blue background, two activist fists raised, three hands raised, two with peace signs.

Building a vibrant community committed to anti-racism

December 15, 2025 — 
UM’s anti-racism strategy will work to mitigate harms, foreground shared humanity, equity and care.

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A big red semi truck wrapped in lettering that says Coca Cola and festive white lights.

Santa’s rolling up to campus with the Coca-Cola Holiday Caravan!

November 27, 2025 — 
Santa’s rolling up to campus with the Coca-Cola Holiday Caravan!

fire burns in fire pit outside of brick building in the winter

Indigenous

Building on a decade of Truth and Reconciliation

November 24, 2025 — 
To reflect on this milestone, we turn to the voices of those who have helped shape the NCTR and its deep connection to UM over the past decade.

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Illustration of a bold black silhouette of a bison centered under a dramatic spotlight

Share your bold ideas at TEDxWinnipeg 2026

November 18, 2025 — 
Anyone with an idea worth spreading is encouraged to apply. Applications close December 12.

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Two curling rocks on ice, one rock has a blue handle, the other is red.

“Sticks and Stones” film crews to be on campus

November 14, 2025 — 
Filming for the motion picture will take place on the Fort Garry campus on Monday, November 17th

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Students

Sharing our campus with wildlife, safely

November 3, 2025 — 
Foxes are frequent visitors to the Fort Garry campus; here’s how to keep interactions safe for everyone.

Graphic with a cello and the text: The International Cello Festival of Canada.

Desautels Faculty of Music

Cello Festival makes its long-awaited return

October 21, 2025 — 
Renowned cellists take to the stage of the Desautels Concert Hall

Three banners hang from the Administration Building, two with bison faces and the third with text stating "We are all bisons.:

New Administration Building Bisons banners installed

October 19, 2025 — 
Three big and bold Bisons banners were installed on the Administration Building, part of a multi-phased project to create a vibrant on-campus experience for the UM commmunity.

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