News Archive
Donor Relations
Canada Life and Power Corporation of Canada make $2-million gift to the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation
April 15, 2025 —
The gift will help create a new, permanent home to accommodate the Centre’s growing work and guide our country on its path to truth and reconciliation
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
UM-led study offers hope that existing drug can target metastatic brain tumours
April 15, 2025 —
A University of Manitoba-led study successfully eliminated breast-cancer derived brain tumours in mice, using a drug to penetrate the brain and eliminate metastatic brain tumours.
Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources
UM Researchers Set to Drill Deepest Ice Core in Canadian History on Müller Ice Cap
April 4, 2025 —
Researchers from the University of Manitoba are traveling to Müller Ice Cap, on Axel Heiberg Island, Nunavut, where they will recover the deepest ice core ever drilled in Canada.
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
Amazon experience highlights holistic care
April 1, 2025 —
When Courtney Chartrand heard about an opportunity to travel to the Amazon to learn from traditional South American healers, she knew she had to be part of it.
Research and International
UM-led research transforming water treatment
March 27, 2025 —
Drinking water is under threat. Rivers and lakes, essential for sustaining life, have become increasingly contaminated by a cocktail of thousands of chemicals from pharmaceuticals, pesticides, cosmetics and many other sources.
Faculty of Education
Campus Life program celebrates 20 years
March 25, 2025 —
This year marks a significant milestone for the University of Manitoba's Campus Life program as it celebrates two decades of fostering inclusivity and diversity within the academic community.
Human Resources
Proud to be recognized as a Top Employer in Manitoba
March 18, 2025 —
This award is a testament to our incredible culture – one that thrives on innovation, collaboration and a deep sense of community.
University of Manitoba elects Dave Angus as its next Chancellor
March 14, 2025 —
Respected business leader, dedicated volunteer, and advocate for the people and communities of Manitoba, will become the 15th Chancellor of the University of Manitoba on June 1, 2025.
Research and International
Four new UM Canada Research Chairs focus on Indigenous research
March 13, 2025 —
Recently, the federal government announced support for four new Canada Research Chairs (CRC) and three renewals at UM.
UM launches Truth and Reconciliation Framework: Time for Action
March 10, 2025 —
The University of Manitoba (UM) took a significant step forward in its commitment to reconciliation with the launch of its Truth and Reconciliation Framework: Time for Action (Framework). The Framework was launched at an event on March 3, 2025, at the Fort Garry Campus, and marks a turning point in UM’s ongoing journey to address the legacies of colonialism and foster meaningful relationships with Indigenous communities.