Essential Information for the Winter 2026 Term

Welcome (back) to the University of Manitoba!

We want to ensure that all registered students have the necessary information to kick off the academic year smoothly. This information will help you navigate the beginning of the term. 

Important Dates and Deadlines

For a detailed list of Winter Term deadlines, visit the Important Dates and Deadlines page. 

Course Adds and Drops (Revision Period)

The registration revision period, commonly known as the ‘add and drop’ period, allows you to make course or timetable changes without academic or financial penalties. Dropped courses during this time will not appear on your transcripts, and tuition fees for these courses will be reversed.

• Drop a course deadline: January 19, 2026
• Add a course deadline: January 20, 2026

During the revision period, you can:

• Add a class if a seat becomes available or if you change your mind about a subject
• Register for a course from your waitlist if space becomes available
• Update your residency status in Aurora and receive a fee adjustment if applicable

After the revision period, you can still withdraw from a class, but it will be recorded on your transcript, and you will be responsible to pay for all fees for that course.

Resources: Dropping a Course, Changing a Course, Cancelling your Registration

Fee Payment Information

Ensure that your tuition is paid by the following deadlines to avoid late fees and holds on your account:

• Winter Term: February 4, 2026.

Access your fee payment information through Aurora and navigating to “View Account Summary by Term Card.” For more details, visit: Fee Payment, Non or Late Payment, Sponsorship Information, Financial Aid & Awards.

Photo Identification (ID) Cards 

The Pop-Up Photo ID Centre will be open at the Fort Garry Campus, stop by UMSU University Centre, room 102B, during these dates and times: 

• January 5^th – 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• January 6^th – 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• January 7^th – 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• January 8^th – 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• January 9^th – 9:00 AM – 4:00 P<

Students can check in online for faster service. ID cards are also required to obtain the U-Pass for Winnipeg Transit bus service.

Verify your Social Insurance Number

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) mandates that the university collect Social Insurance Numbers (SINs) to issue T2202 tax forms. You can verify your SIN on your Aurora homepage under “Verify my SIN card.” Those needing corrections can contact Registrar.Office@umanitoba.ca for assistance.

Registrar’s Office Services

The Registrar’s Office is your main resource for your registration and academic records. Here is the most common start of Term requests: 

• Enrolment verifications
• Personal informationupdates, such as residence status changes
• Aurora technical help

UM Achieve

UM Achieve can help you:

• Track your academic progress
• Map your degree program requirements
• Estimate your time to degree completion
• Explore other degree programs

Access UM Achieve through UM Achieve for students, and contact your Academic Advisor if you have questions.

Helpful Contacts

For assistance throughout the term, connect with:

• Your Faculty/Advisor: Academic Advisors
• Inquire through AskUmanitoba
• Registrar’s Office: Phone: (204) 474-9420 |  virtual queue check in
• Fee Payment: Phone: (204) 474-8716 | Email: stdntfee@umanitoba.ca
• First Year Centre: Phone: (204) 474-6209 | Email: fycentre@umanitoba.ca
• International Centre: Phone: (204) 474-8501 | Email: international@umanitoba.ca
• Indigenous Student Centre: Phone: (204) 474-8850 | Email: isc@umanitoba.ca
• Financial Aid and Awards: Phone: (204) 474-9531 | Email: awards@umanitoba.ca

All the best in Winter Term 2026!

RO Team