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February 18, 2026

2026 Louis Riel Bursaries

The University of Winnipeg celebrates the achievements of the Métis students who were awarded Louis Riel Bursaries during the 2025-26 academic year.

February 17, 2026

Celebrating Louis Riel Day and the reclamation of Métis heritage

A proud UWinnipeg alum, of Métis and settler descent, Justin Rodger (BA 10, BBA 09) is driven by a desire to reclaim cultural traditions, and rebuild community links between Métis, First Nations, and Canadians through purposeful economics.

February 13, 2026

UWinnipeg launches Anishinaabemowin Language Immersion Program

Seventeen students began their studies in January, supported in community by Elders, faculty, and staff.

February 12, 2026

Top-seeded Wesmen get ready to host the conference playoffs

On Saturday, Feb. 14 at 2 p.m., UWinnipeg will face the winner of Friday’s matchup between the University of Calgary Dinos and the Thompson Rivers University Wolfpack.

February 11, 2026

Gallery 1C03 presents Beading Métis Resurgence

Five brilliant artists honour Métis cultural icons and Michif knowledge systems through beading at Gallery1C03’s upcoming exhibit Beading Métis Resurgence, that runs from Thursday, February 12 to April 17, 2026.

February 11, 2026

Campus flags lowered to honour the victims of the tragedy in Tumbler Ridge, B.C.

The University’s flags will be lowered on February 11 and will remain at half-mast until sunset on February 17.

February 11, 2026

Dr. Emily Chase conducts pioneering research in Lake Winnipeg

Dr. Emily Chase is the first person to ever study algal viruses in Lake Winnipeg, work that will contribute to building more accurate climate change models for the lake.

February 10, 2026

Celebrating Black History Month and the vibrancy of downtown

For Rita‑Helen Irabor (BBA 22), downtown Winnipeg isn’t just a place; it’s a community that helped shape her personal and professional journey.

February 9, 2026

From classroom to community

Through UWinnipeg's Urban and Inner Studies program, Borden Moneyas learned to look at Winnipeg's inner-city through a new lens and to reconnect to his Indigenous culture. Now, he is sharing his gifts with the community.

February 6, 2026

Canadian play is a call to action for radical optimism

The University of Winnipeg’s Department of Theatre and Film presents The Weight of Ants by David Paquet, translated by Leanna Brodie, from February 10 to 14, 2026.