Community Learning

Programs and Services

Dr. Axworthy and Student - Community Learning at UWinnipegWii Chiiwaakanak Learning Centre

The Wii Chiiwaakanak Learning Centre is a community partnership initiative run by the University of Winnipeg.  Our mandate is to provide educational opportunities and services to the local community in support of capacity building within Winnipeg’s inner city, including access to community use computers.



The Global Welcome Centre for Immigrants and Refugees

The Global Welcome Centre offers assistance to immigrants and refugees with language barriers between them and post-secondary education, and provides information on how pursue a university degree or diploma in Manitoba.

The Innovative Learning Centre

The Innovative Learning Centre is focused on closing the graduation gap. The programs offered connect elementary and secondary students to their school community so that youth stay in school, with the hope that each child will see himself or herself as a high school graduate and then a university student. Programs include Eco-Kids on Campus and the Eco-U Summer Camp.


Community Learning at UWinnipeg

The Opportunity Fund

The Opportunity Fund seeks specifically to support Aboriginal students, new Canadians and refugees, and students from inner-city neighbourhoods, through fast-track bursaries and tuition credits.


Model School

The Model School provides select high school students with the extra attention they need to do well. Students who show potential but need a different kind of learning environment are referred to the Model School by community organizations, high school guidance counsellors, or principals. The Model School provides the environment, programming opportunities, and support for young people and their families to use education as a springboard to maximize their future and potential.

Experiential Learning

The Experiential Learning Initiatives Network (ELIN) at the UW has an objective to support the development of community-service/experiential learning in all its aspects for the university, faculty, staff, prospective and current students and community partners.

The University of Winnipeg Wesmen Athletics

The University of Winnipeg Wesmen welcomes several community groups into their facilities on a year round basis. Inner city and neighborhood groups are welcomed to enjoy special sports camps or to enjoy the excitement of a Wesmen sporting event.

Connecting with the Community

Skywalk Concert and Lecture Series

University of Winnipeg Students’ Association – Outreach

High School Enrichment Program

Partnerships

Career Trek

College and University Bound

Legal Help Centre

Let’s Talk Science

Community Education Development Association - Pathways to Education Program

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