The Canadian Federation of Students was formed in 1981 to provide students with an effective and united voice, provincially and nationally. At the time, it was recognized that for students to be truly effective in representing their collective interests to the government, it was vital to unite under one banner.Now with over 600,000 members, represented by more than 80 students' unions, the Canadian Federation of Students is the voice of post-secondary students in Canada. There are 5 member locals in Manitoba uniting over 42,000 full- and part-time students.Universities and colleges are funded primarily by the federal government and administered exclusively by the provincial government. As such, government policies and priorities determine the quality and accessibility of post-secondary education in Canada.Tuition fee levels, students financial assistance programs and funding for research are all set directly or indirectly by both levels of government. It is vital that students collectively organise at the provincial and national levels to ensure students' rights and concerns are fully represented.STRENGTH IN NUMBERSNo individual students' union, no matter how big or active, has the resources or political clout on their own to effectively influence post-secondary education policies
Folklorama is the largest and longest-running multicultural festival of its kind in the world, as determined by the International Council of Organizations of Folklore Festivals and Folk Arts. Folklorama began in 1970 as a one-time celebration of Manitoba's centennial, and has since grown to an annual two-week Festival of global culture and entertainment that takes place the first two weeks in August. Partnering with diverse ethno-cultural communities, the Folklorama Festival attracts over 400,000 visits every year.Throughout the year, Folklorama is sustained by three business divisions that were created as a result of the success of the Festival: Travel, Talent, and Teachings.
Punch Bowl Refresher & Healthy Snack Break:Manitoba School Boards AssociationThe UPS Store #321Find out more the conference by visiting the Events Tab!Read what parents had to say this year's AGM and conference! It's all in the Evaluation Results document.New! MAPC Presents the Resource Guide for Manitoba Parent Advisory Councils!MAPC is pleased to announce the much-anticipated, Resource Guide for Manitoba Parent Advisory Councils, is now complete and available to members.It is our hope that the guide will provide a starting point for partnership development and relationship building within a school system, while supporting the efforts in maximizing the effectiveness of PACs.An electronic copy of the guide has been emailed to all member Parent Advisory Councils and/or schools. If you have not received it, please email the MAPC office to provide your email information so you can be sure to receive this valuable resource!
Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry of CanadaValley of WinnipegFreemasonry is a Fraternal Brotherhood whose membership must be sought by an aspiring candidate. In other words, to be part of our international organization, ask a Freemason how to become a Member.For more information about Scottish Rite, feel free to contact the Valley of Winnipeg Office.For more information on Freemasonry in Manitob,a visit the Grand Lodge of Manitoba website .Freemasonry, Making Good Men Better !VALLEY of WINNIPEG NEWSWe hope you have been enjoying the Summer Brethren. Our Fall Degree schedule will be starting soon so please check back for more information.Our September/October edition of The Rite News will be published soon, as well. It too will be full of updates, news and forthcoming events.Ill. Bro. Dave Holt 33°, who is coordinating the Rite Irees Luncheon events, is requesting the assistance of Valley Members to recommend Speakers for upcoming luncheons. If you know of a potential speaker who would be interested in presenting to the group, please contact Bro.