New working freedoms for international students granted
The federal government announced on Oct. 7 that eligible international students will be granted the authorization to work more than 20 hours per week off…
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U of M gives fee deadline extension to Iranian students
The University of Manitoba has extended the fall fee deadline for international students from Iran, as the Iranian government has been shutting down internet connections…
Student Success Month features workshops for students
October is Student Success Month at the University of Manitoba and this year the month features a variety of workshops on career preparation, stress management,…
UMSU board meeting Oct. 6
The University of Manitoba Students’ Union (UMSU) held its biweekly board meeting Oct. 6. Three motions were discussed during the session. Brought forward by the…
UMSU hosts healthy sexuality week
The University of Manitoba Students’ Union (UMSU) held an awareness campaign about healthy sexuality from Oct. 3 to 7. UMSU vice-president student life Tracy Karuhogo…
UMSU schedules federation referendum
The University of Manitoba Students’ Union (UMSU) has announced the dates for a referendum regarding its membership in the Canadian Federation of Students. On Oct….
Manitoba to raise minimum wage to $15 by October 2023
The Manitoba provincial government raised the province’s minimum wage from $11.95 per hour to $13.50 per hour on Oct. 1, with plans to further increase…
Rally demands free international student health care
International students, student groups and opposition parties gathered at the legislature last Wednesday to demand that the province reinstate free universal health care for international…
Mayoral candidate refuses to abide by U of M mask rules
At a mayoral forum held on the U of M Fort Garry campus, mayoral hopeful Jenny Motkaluk chose not to wear a mask despite the…
U of M takes part in Orange Shirt Day
In honour of the second annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, students and faculty members alike hosted and took part in a number of…