Manitoba Labour and Immigration

Events and Information of Interest to Women and their Families

Thursdays

• North End Women's Centre
• 394 Selkirk Avenue (Selkirk and Salter) Bus 16 & 38
• 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
• Buffalo Gals Drumming Group is open to all women willing to learn more about the Aboriginal style drumming and drum and sing with other women.
• Bus tickets provided. This event is free.
• Registration/info: Jaki at 589-7347, e-mail: jaki@newc.mb.ca

Monday - Friday

• Co-hosted by Aboriginal Circle of Educators (ACE) and Kateri Returning to Spirit (RTS)
• St. Matthews Church, 641 St. Matthews Avenue
• 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
• These transformational workshops offer participants the opportunity to change their lives in profound and fundamental ways.
• Refreshments will be served.
• Info: Deborah at 772-2231, e-mail: rts@aboriginalcircleofeducators.ca, or the RTS website at www.returningtospirit.org

Wednesdays

• Fort Garry Women's Resource Centre
• 104 - 3100 Pembina Highway
• 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
• Tai Chi is a type of Chinese physical exercise in which you make slow, controlled movements.
• This is a women only event. Classes are free and run for eight weeks. Space is limited.
• Registration/info: 477-1123

Wednesdays

• North End Women's Centre
• 394 Selkirk Avenue
• 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
• This six week program explores traditional Aboriginal cultural teachings and the Eastern Yogic wisdom of the chakras to heal from violence, trauma and abuse or to increase self esteem.
• Topics include: medicine wheel teachings, elder teachings, the Chakras, among other things.
• Bus tickets and child minding provided.
• Registration is required.
• Registration/info: 589-7347

Tuesdays

• North End Women's Centre
• 394 Selkirk Avenue
• 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
• The program is open to all mothers/caregivers of children aged 0-6 years old for a time of sharing, learning, crafts, games and other fun stuff.
• Info: Sarah at 589-7347, e-mail: sarah@newc.mb.ca

Tuesdays

• North End Women's Centre
• 394 Selkirk Avenue
• 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
• A free drop in group for women who have experienced violence.
• This is a beginner to intermediate core strengthening and stretching workout that will help shape the whole body and strengthen the back.
• Mats, bus tickets, childcare provided.
• Wear loose or stretchy clothing.
• Info: 589-7347

Thursdays

• Memengwaa Place - Native Women's
• Transition Centre
• 105 Aikens Street
• 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.
• Bus tickets, light snack and child minding provided for the first 12 women.
• Registration/info: JoJo at 989-8254

Wednesdays and Fridays

• North End Women's Centre
• 394 Selkirk Avenue
• 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
• Therapeutic and relapse prevention groups for women. Participants have to sign for the whole program: groups and individual counselling for approximately 5 months.
• Childminding and bus tickets available.
• Registration is required.
• Registration/info: Tammy at 927-2428

Mondays

• Men's Resource Centre
• 200 - 321 McDermot Avenue
• 1:00 - 8:00 p.m.
• First time clients have a brief intake process before seeing a therapist.
• Clients are seen on a first come first serve basis.
• All counselling services are free. No appointment necessary.
• Info: 415-6797,
• e-mail: mrc@mens-resource-centre.ca

Tuesdays & Fridays

• North End Women's Centre
• 394 Selkirk Avenue
• Tuesdays - 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
• Fridays - 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
• This free drop in group for women, is a beginner to intermediate core strengthening and stretching workout that will help participants shape their whole body and strengthen their back.
• Mats and bus tickets provided. Wear loose or stretchy clothes.
• Info: 589-7347

Mondays

• North End Women's Centre
• 394 Selkirk Avenue
• 11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
• Drop in for some wholesome food and information on healing properties of food; food to soothe the emotions; whole food and losing pounds, among other things.
• No registration needed.
• Info: Jaki at 589-7347, e-mail: jaki@newc.mb.ca

Mondays, until March 5

• North End Women's Centre
• 394 Selkirk Avenue
• 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
• Participants will learn about different types of trauma, the impact of coping, addictions, mental illness, self-harm, family violence, abuse, grief, and loss, among other things.
• Bus tickets and a healthy snack provided.
• Info: 589-7347

Mondays

• North End Women's Centre
• 394 Selkirk Avenue
• 11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
• Topics include: what the body wants; veggies and fruit: what they do for us; healthy affordable snacks for kids, among other things.
• Drop in. No registration required.
• Info: Jaki at: 589-7347, e-mail: jaki@newc.mb.ca

Tuesdays, until March 6

• West Central Women's Resource Centre
• 640 Ellice Avenue
• 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.
• This is a closed group designed for women who are ready to begin healing from their experiences of family violence.
• The group incorporates traditional teachings and ceremonies in a weekly educational, and sharing circle.
• Space is limited. Intakes must be completed by December 23, 2011.
• Childminding, bus tickets and a hot meal will be provided.
• Registration/info: Shannon at 774-8975 ext. 211

Wednesdays, until April

• North End Women's Centre
• 394 Selkirk Avenue
• 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
• This free drop-in group for women is a beginner to intermediate core strengthening and stretching workout that helps shape the whole body and strengthen the back.
• Mats and bus tickets provided.
• Wear loose or stretchy clothes.
• Info: 589-7347

Tuesdays, until March 13 (no meeting on February 7)

• The Family Centre
• 401 - 393 Portage Avenue (Portage Place)
• 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
• This is a co-ed therapy group designed to assist participants in identifying the "benefits" and consequences of holding onto resentments.
• Cost - $40. Financial assistance available if needed.
• Registration/info: Rod at: 947-1401, e-mail: rgminaker@familycentre.mb.ca

First Monday of the Month, until May 7

• Fort Garry Women's Resource Centre
• 104 - 3100 Pembina Highway (buzz code: 1003)
• 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
• This support group is designed for women 45 years of age and older.
• Topics include: Heads Up for a Healthier Brain!; Coping with Loss; Body Image, and Spirituality.
• This is a women only event. Space is limited.
• Registration is required.
• Registration/info: 477-1123

Tuesdays, until February 28

• North End Women's Centre - Children's Program
• 394 Selkirk Avenue
• 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
• The contest is designed for children ages 2 - 12.
• There are great prizes to be won.
• Registration/info: 589-7347

Monday, February 13

• Canadian Association for the Advancement of
• Women and Sport and Physical Activity (CAAWS), Citizenship and Immigration Canada
• Sport For Life Centre, 145 Pacific Avenue
• 10:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
• This workshop is designed for those interested in the health and well-being of girls and young women. Participants will receive a complimentary copy of the On the Move Handbook and other CAAWS resources.
• Light refreshments and snacks provided.
• Registration is required by February 6.
• Registration/info: Françoise at 925-5662, or
• 391-3844, e-mail: francoise@directorat.mb.ca

Wednesday, February 15

• West End Cultural Centre
• 586 Ellice Avenue at Sherbrooke
• 7:00 p.m. - Doors Open
• 7:30 p.m. - Show Begins
• The evening will be headlined by Manitoba artist Alana Levandoski, as well as featuring speaker, professional coach, host and comedian Aisha Afa.
• Tickets: $20
• Tickets/info: 477-1123

Thursday, February 16

• Sarasvati Productions
• Gas Station Arts Centre
• 445 River Avenue
• 8:00 p.m.
• The evening will feature celebrities, testing out their acting ability in front of a panel of judges and an audience. The audience will choose the winner of the inaugural trophy.
• Tickets: $25, includes wine reception
• Tickets/info: 586-2236, www.sarasvati.ca

Thursday, February 16

• Sponsored by Manitoba Lotteries and the Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce
• The Fairmont Hotel Ballroom - 2nd Floor
• 11:30 a.m.
• Features speaker Stephanie Forsyth, President of Red River College.
• Ticket deadline is February 8.
• Tickets/info: Mel at: 831-2975, e-mail: mmarginet@ymcaywca.mb.ca

Tuesday, February 21

• Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
• Delta Winnipeg Hotel, 350 St. Mary Avenue
• 7:45 a.m. - Registration and Breakfast
• 8:15 - 11:55 a.m. - Conference
• Features a team of economists and market analysts who will share their knowledge and examine the latest economic and housing market conditions. The event will also feature a presentation from the City of Winnipeg on future directions for housing.
• Early-Bird Registration by January 24 - $100
• (+ $5.00 GST) = $105.00
• After January 24 - $125 (+ $6.25 GST) = $131.25
• Table Rate - $500 (+ $25.00 GST) = $525.00
• Online registration: www.cmhc.ca/conferenceregistration
• Registration/info: 1-800-668-2642 (7 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. (CST), Monday to Friday), fax: 1-800-245-9274

Tuesday, February 21

• Viscount Gort Hotel, 1670 Portage Avenue
• 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• This event features an appreciation of Black history and its influence on mental, spiritual and cultural care, among other things.
• Lunch and refreshments included.
• Registration is required by January 30.
• Fee: $60 or $30 for youths 25 and under and Seniors 55+
• Registration/info: 775-4378, fax: 778-4378, e-mail: cobw@mymts.net, website: www.cbwc-manitoba.com

Tuesday, February 28

• Manitoba Women's Advisory Council
• (Status of Women)
• Please Note New Location: Learning Centre, United Way of Winnipeg, Boardroom 119
• 580 Main Street
• Doors open: 11:45 a.m.
• Formal presentation: 12:05 - 1:00 p.m.
• Presenter: Dr. Tuula Heinonen, Ph.D.
• Bring a brown bag lunch. Coffee and a healthy snack provided.
• Registration/info: 945-6281

Wednesdays

• North End Women's Centre
• 394 Selkirk Avenue
• 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
• This is a beginner to intermediate core strengthening and stretching workout that helps shape the entire body and strengthen the back.
• Wear loose or stretchy clothing. Mats and bus tickets provided.
• Info: 589-7347

Thursday, February 9

• Volunteer Manitoba
• The United Way of Winnipeg, 580 Main Street
• 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
• Presenter: Lisa Lewis
• Topics include: Performance Management; Understanding Your Employees; Communication; Giving and Receiving Feedback; Conflict Management, and much more.
• Workshop fee: $125
• Registration/info: Delores at: 477-5180 ext. 221,
• toll-free: (888) 922-4545, e-mail: delores.jansen@volunteermanitoba.ca

Friday, February 10

• Sponsored by Assiniboine Credit Union
• Union Centre, 206 - 275 Broadway
• 9:30 a.m. - Registration
• 10:00 a.m. - 4:15 p.m. - Conference
• Topics include: Your Rights: Privacy, Access to Information, Copyright, Technology, Internet Safety, Identity Theft, and much more.
• Registration fee: $100; Students - $40
• Includes continental breakfast and lunch
• Registration/info: Kerri at: 943-2382 ext. 2,
• e-mail: kbrass@communitylegal.mb.ca

Wednesdays, February 15 until March 21

• The Family Centre
• 401 - 393 Portage Avenue
• 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
• Facilitator: Darlene Wright, BSW,RSW
• Participants at this group will gain conflict resolutions skills, meet and learn from other survivors, feel more confident and competent, among other things.
• Space is limited. An in-person intake meeting is required.
• Registration/info: 947-1401

Thursday, February 16

• Manitoba Human Rights Commission
• Place Louis Riel Suite Hotel, 190 Smith Street
• 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
• This workshop helps employers determine whether a workplace issue raises aspects of human rights law, when an investigation into the issue raises aspects of human rights law, among other things.
• Cost: $125 - lunch included
• Registration/info: Sheilagh at: 945-3009

Thursday, February 16

• Marymound Gathering Room, 442 Scotia Street
• 12:00 - 1:15 p.m.
• Features inspiring stories of youths who have made great strides and a wrap-up of Marymound's Centennial year.
• Lunch is included.
• Registration/info: 338-7971, e-mail: info@marymound.com

Thursday, February 23

• Manitoba Human Rights Commission
• Place Louis Riel Suite Hotel, 190 Smith Street
• 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
• This workshop teaches participants how harassment is defined by The Human Rights Code; how to appropriately respond to an employee harassment complaint; and why anti harassment policies are needed in the workplace.
• Cost: $125 - lunch included
• Registration/info: Sheilagh at: 945-3009

Saturday, February 25

• Presented by the Manitoba Lung Association, in partnership with Team Stoughton
• Victoria Inn Hotel & Convention Centre
• 1808 Wellington Avenue
• 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.
• Features an exclusive VIP reception with Team Stoughton, a gala dinner, keynote address by Team Stoughton, among other things.
• Tickets: $150, $1500 for a table of 10
• *Additional $25 for VIP Reception per ticket
• Tickets/info: Shauna at: 774-5501, e-mail: shauna.jurczak@mb.lung.ca

Monday, February 27

• Presented by Manitoba Public Insurance, Transportation Options Network for Seniors, Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
• Education Room - 755 Portage Avenue
• 1:00 p.m. - Registration
• 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. - Session Begins
• The session will provide participants with an opportunity to learn about new resources available to service providers, agencies, and older adults titled Changing Seats - Transitioning from Driver to Passenger Curriculum.
• Everyone attending will receive a copy of the Changing Seats curriculum and resource materials.
• To register, fax your name, organization & position, phone number and e-mail address to: Kathy Henderson, Support Services to Seniors Facilitator at: 940-2009 before February 17, 2012.

Thursday, March 1

• The Manitoba Chapter of Osteoporosis Canada
• Niakwa Country Club
• 620 Niakwa Road
• 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
• The evening features wines of various regions and styles, expertly paired with cheeses.
• Tickets: $80 ($25 tax receipt)
• Tickets/info: 772-3498, e-mail: manitoba@osteoporosis.ca

Thursday, March 1

• UCT Pavilion at the Keystone Centre
• #1 1175 18th Street
• 5:00 p.m. - Wine and Cheese Reception
• 5:30 p.m. - Cocktails
• 6:30 p.m. - Seating followed by dinner at 7:00 p.m.
• The event honours outstanding women from Brandon and the Westman region.
• Tickets: $60
• Tickets/info: Nickole at: (204) 571-3680,
• e-mail: ywca2@wcgwave.ca

Thursday, March 1

• The Fort Garry Hotel, 222 Broadway Avenue
• 5:30 p.m. - Cocktails
• 6:30 p.m. - Dinner
• Hosted by Heather Bishop, the public is invited to attend an evening filled with memories and announcements.
• Individuals Tickets - $125, The 'You and New" Tickets (bring along someone who has never attended) - $175, Low Income Tickets - $50
• Tickets/info: Angie at: 697-0878,
• e-mail: angie@plannersplus.ca

Wednesday, February 15

• Hosted by Business & Professional Women Winnipeg
• Tio's Mexican Restaurant & Bar
• 754 St. Mary's Road (near Glen Lawn Collegiate)
• 6:30 p.m.
• Features dinner and entertainment celebrating Mexico.
• $30 - Members, $35 - Non-Members, both payable at the restaurant. Guests are welcome.
• RSVP required by February 13.
• Registration/info: Ari at: sales@perfumeparadise.ca