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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260331T100000
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UID:30456-1774951200-1774965600@theuwsa.ca
SUMMARY:2Spirit and Trans Day of Visibility Rally and Community Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Rainbow Lounge and the QSA are so happy to announce our 2Spirit and Trans Day of Visibility event!! We did this last year and it was so amazing to have our community come together. This year\, we’ve prepared even more festivities for you! \nStarting at 10am\, we’ll have a raising of the trans flag and a rally on the front lawn of the school. Then\, you’ll be invited to The Hive for pizza and donuts (gluten-free and vegetarian options available). There will also be queer-focused school organizations / student groups tabling for students to chat with. At 12:30\, we’ll be screening the iconic Paris is Burning\, and then hanging out until 2pm! The lunch is drop-in\, so feel free to come and go as you please 🙂
URL:https://theuwsa.ca/event/2-spirit-and-trans-day-of-visibility-rally-and-community-lunch/
CATEGORIES:Student Group Events,UWSA Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260331T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260331T140000
DTSTAMP:20260320T163654Z
CREATED:20260320T163642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T163654Z
UID:30432-1774951200-1774965600@theuwsa.ca
SUMMARY:Sikh Heritage Week: Sikh Community & Business Tabling Fair
DESCRIPTION:Location: Riddell Hall (10:00 AM – 2:00 PM) \nThis event will feature tables from members of the local Sikh community\, including small businesses\, community organizations\, and vendors. The goal is to highlight Sikh entrepreneurship\, community initiatives\, and cultural engagement while giving students an opportunity to connect with local Sikh businesses and organizations.
URL:https://theuwsa.ca/event/sikh-community-business-tabling-fair/
CATEGORIES:UWSA Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260320
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260321
DTSTAMP:20260320T164202Z
CREATED:20260320T164202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T164202Z
UID:30440-1773964800-1774051199@theuwsa.ca
SUMMARY:UWSA and University of Winnipeg Closed for Good Friday
DESCRIPTION:University of Winnipeg and UWSA Offices and services are closed.
URL:https://theuwsa.ca/event/uwsa-and-university-of-winnipeg-closed-for-good-friday/
CATEGORIES:UWinnipeg Events,UWSA Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260318T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260318T140000
DTSTAMP:20260225T183341Z
CREATED:20260225T183341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T183341Z
UID:30417-1773837000-1773842400@theuwsa.ca
SUMMARY:UWSA Annual General Meeting 2026
DESCRIPTION:The UWSA Annual General Meeting of the membership is to be held on Wednesday\, March 18th 2026 at 12:30 PM in The Hive at The University of Winnipeg  \nEvery year\, we hold an Annual General Meeting (AGM) close to the end of the Winter Term to connect with student and present on the year. It’s a chance for UWSA members to receive an update on the budget\, operations\, and propose motions. All student shave voting and speaking rights! \nAny members wishing to submit any motions must e-mail them to: chair@theuwsa.ca. The deadline to receive motions submitted from members is Sunday\, March 8th  2026 at 12:30 PM \nGet familiar with how the Rules of Order works: UWSA Rules of Order \nThe AGM is a chance for the UWSA to: \n\nReport on the year’s accomplishments\nPropose updates to the bylaws & policies\nPresent the budget for the upcoming year\nHear proposals from the membership\nMeet the incoming Executives and Directors\n\n\nAGENDA\nANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF THE UNIVERSITY OF WINNIPEG STUDENTS’ ASSOCIATION AGENDA \nWednesdasy\, March 18th\, 2026 at 12:30 PM  \nIn The HIVE – University of Winnipeg  \n\n Call to Order \n Introduction and Rules of Order \n Approval of the Order of Business \n New Business – For Approval:\n\na) Ratification of 2026 General Election Results \nb) Finance and Operations Presentation: \ni. Presentation of audited financial statements \nii. Auditor’s report \nc) By-Law Amendments Referred from the Special General Meeting on January 23\, 2026 \ni. To consider and\, if deemed advisable\, to confirm\, with or without variation\, the resolution of the Board of Directors of the UWSA repealing the General By-laws of the UWSA and enacting the Amended and Restated General By-laws of the UWSA in the form attached to this notice. \n\n Communications – For Information\n\na) Report of the 2025/26 Board of Directors and Executives \nb) Report of the By-Law and Policy Committee \n\n Other Business\n\n\n Adjournment\n\n\nAGM Package\n\nReferred from the Special General Meeting – Proposed SGM By-Law revisions January 2026\nUWSA – 2025 – Financial Statements\n\n\nCurrent UWSA General By-Laws \n\n\n\nGeneral By-Laws UWSA (Updated March 2025)\n\n\n\nSubmitting Motions\nAll UWSA members can submit a motion to the Chair of the Board at chair@theuwsa.ca. The deadline to submit is Sunday\, March 8\, 2026 at 12:30 PM CST. \nTo learn how to write a motion\, please review the documents below: \nMotion Template (Editable PDF)\nHow to Write a Motion
URL:https://theuwsa.ca/event/uwsa-annual-general-meeting-2026/
LOCATION:The UWSA Hive (1L43)
CATEGORIES:UWSA Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260317T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260317T210000
DTSTAMP:20260227T200042Z
CREATED:20260227T200042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T200042Z
UID:30422-1773768600-1773781200@theuwsa.ca
SUMMARY:UWSA Talent Show
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the opportunity to showcase your best talent or to cheer on your UWinnipeg Community! Sign-up through this link here: theuwsa.formstack.com/forms/events \nPerformance slots are only available for UW Students\, Faculty\, and Staff will be allowed to perform at the Talent Show. Please note that not every submission will be able accepted and we will be choosing the performers based on audition tapes. \nWhat talent can you showcase: anything you’d like! Whether that’s singing\, dancing\, comedy\, instruments\, magic\, whatever talent you have! Please note that we will be going through applications and not everyone may be approved. \nShow date: Tuesday\, March 17 \nDeadline to apply: Wednesday\, March 11. \nEach performer will need to adhere to these following policies as well as sign the events wavier on the day of the event. \nPlease read through each one before filling out the next section: \n\nUWSA Policy Manual\nUWSA Positive Space Policy\nUWSA Event Safer Space Policy\nUWSA Events Waiver\nUniversity of Winnipeg Respectful Working and Learning Environment Policy\n\nIf you have any questions please email vpsa@theuwsa.ca.
URL:https://theuwsa.ca/event/uwsa-talent-show/
LOCATION:Bulman Student Centre
CATEGORIES:UWSA Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260310T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260310T140000
DTSTAMP:20260306T194304Z
CREATED:20260306T194304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T194304Z
UID:30428-1773140400-1773151200@theuwsa.ca
SUMMARY:Women Trans Spectrum Centre Pop-Up
DESCRIPTION:Location: Riddell Hall Atrium \nDate and time: Tuesday\, March 10 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
URL:https://theuwsa.ca/event/women-trans-spectrum-centre-pop-up/
CATEGORIES:UWSA Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260302T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260304T180000
DTSTAMP:20260105T190256Z
CREATED:20260105T190256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T190256Z
UID:30272-1772442000-1772647200@theuwsa.ca
SUMMARY:UWSA General Elections: Voting Period
DESCRIPTION:The UWSA General Election is where students can run for an Executive Team position (President\, Vice-President Student Affairs\, and Vice-President External Affairs)\, Emerging Leader Director position\, a Board of Director position\, a Senate position or a Board of Regents seat. \nKey Dates:\nUWSA elections run on a six-week cycle.  \nNomination Period: Monday\, January 26 at 9 a.m. (CST) – Thursday\, February 5 by 6 p.m. (CST)\nAll Candidates Training and Campaign Preparation Period: Monday\, February 9 – Friday\, February 20\nHeadshot Photo Days (candidates may book a 15-minute session): TBA\nCampaign Period: Monday\, February 23 at 9 a.m. (CST) – Friday\, February 27 by 6 p.m. (CST). \nVoting Period: Monday\, March 2 at 9 a.m. (CST) – Wednesday\, March 4 by 6 p.m. (CST). \nCandidates are prohibited from campaigning in-person during Voting Period but may continue online. \n\nGoverning documents \nIn accordance with the By-law 5 – Elections and Referenda\, the UWSA General Election will be held online and in-person with virtual and in-person balloting and campaigning. \nCandidates can review Election By-Laws in Sections 4 and 5 of the UWSA By-Laws.  \nAppeals and Complaints \nAll Appeals and Complaints for the UWSA General Elections will follow the UWSA By-Law and the UWinnipeg Respectful Work and Learning Policy. \nComplaints will only be formally received by filling out this form here: https://theuwsa.formstack.com/forms/electioncomplaint \nPlease go to Page 29\, Section D – Election Violations\, Complaints\, and Accountability for more information: UWSA By-Laws Last Updated January 2025 \nPlease also see The UWinnipeg Respectful Work and Learning Policy here: https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/respect/respect-policy.html \n\nElection Staff Contacts\nAzeezah Ibrahim (she/her)\nChief Elections Commissioner (CEC)\nEmail: cec@theuwsa.ca
URL:https://theuwsa.ca/event/uwsa-general-elections-voting-period/
CATEGORIES:UWSA Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260226T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260226T213000
DTSTAMP:20260126T203707Z
CREATED:20260126T203707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T203707Z
UID:30312-1772130600-1772141400@theuwsa.ca
SUMMARY:Black Excellence Gala
DESCRIPTION:Black Excellence Gala \nBuy tickets here: showpass.com/black-excellence-gala \nThe Black Excellence Gala hosted by the University of Winnipeg Students’ Association (UWSA) Racialized Students’ Director and UWSA BIPOC Lounge is an evening dedicated to showcasing and celebrating Black excellence across a wide range of fields. The event will feature a dynamic panel highlighting diverse journeys and achievements\, live performances\, and cultural food. \nThis gala creates a space to honor impact\, uplift voices\, and celebrate the excellence\, talent\, and contributions of Black individuals and communities. \nAll are welcome to attend! \nLocation: University of Winnipeg\, Bulman Student Centre\, Concourse Level of Riddell Hall \nDate and Time: Thursday\, February 26 starting at 6:30 p.m.
URL:https://theuwsa.ca/event/black-excellence-gala/
LOCATION:Bulman Student Centre
CATEGORIES:UWSA Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260226T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260226T150000
DTSTAMP:20260126T204223Z
CREATED:20260126T203637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T204223Z
UID:30311-1772107200-1772118000@theuwsa.ca
SUMMARY:Black History Month Celebration: Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:Job Fair \nLearn more about what local black owned businesses we have in Winnipeg! \nLocation: Bulman Student Centre – Concourse level of Riddell Hall \nDate and Time: Thursday\, February 26 from 12:00 – 3:00 p.m.
URL:https://theuwsa.ca/event/black-history-month-celebration-job-fair/
LOCATION:Bulman Student Centre
CATEGORIES:UWSA Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260226T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260226T140000
DTSTAMP:20260223T212117Z
CREATED:20260223T212117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T212117Z
UID:30411-1772107200-1772114400@theuwsa.ca
SUMMARY:General Elections: VP Student Affairs Speeches
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about your 2026 General Election candidates by reading our Voter’s Guide: General Elections Voters Guide 2026
URL:https://theuwsa.ca/event/general-elections-vp-student-affairs-speeches/
LOCATION:The UWSA Hive (1L43)
CATEGORIES:UWSA Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260225T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260225T140000
DTSTAMP:20260223T212045Z
CREATED:20260223T212045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T212045Z
UID:30410-1772020800-1772028000@theuwsa.ca
SUMMARY:General Elections: President Speeches
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about your 2026 General Election candidates by reading our Voter’s Guide: General Elections Voters Guide 2026
URL:https://theuwsa.ca/event/general-elections-president-speeches/
LOCATION:The UWSA Hive (1L43)
CATEGORIES:UWSA Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260225T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260225T133000
DTSTAMP:20260212T200055Z
CREATED:20260212T200055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T200055Z
UID:30385-1772020800-1772026200@theuwsa.ca
SUMMARY:Doggo Days
DESCRIPTION:The UWSA brings trained\, loveable\, cuddly dogs to the University on the last Thursday of every month at The Bulman Student Centre. Doggo Days are a reminder for students to take a break during busy school days. Studies have shown that interacting with pets when stressed can reduce tension and lower blood pressure and breathing rates. Doggo Days are a fun way for students to de-stress with their furry friends. \nAll dogs are trained therapy dogs from St.John’s Ambulance. \nDoggo Days dogs are the last Thursday of every month in the Bulman Student Centre from 12-1:30 PM. 
URL:https://theuwsa.ca/event/doggo-days-11/
LOCATION:Bulman Student Centre
CATEGORIES:UWSA Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260224T140000
DTSTAMP:20260223T212006Z
CREATED:20260223T212006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T212006Z
UID:30409-1771934400-1771941600@theuwsa.ca
SUMMARY:General Elections: VP External Affairs Speeches
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about your 2026 General Election candidates by reading our Voter’s Guide: General Elections Voters Guide 2026
URL:https://theuwsa.ca/event/general-elections-vp-external-affairs-speeches/
LOCATION:The UWSA Hive (1L43)
CATEGORIES:UWSA Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260223T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260227T180000
DTSTAMP:20260105T190229Z
CREATED:20260105T190229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T190229Z
UID:30271-1771837200-1772215200@theuwsa.ca
SUMMARY:UWSA General Elections: Campaign Period
DESCRIPTION:The UWSA General Election is where students can run for an Executive Team position (President\, Vice-President Student Affairs\, and Vice-President External Affairs)\, Emerging Leader Director position\, a Board of Director position\, a Senate position or a Board of Regents seat. \nKey Dates:\nUWSA elections run on a six-week cycle.  \nNomination Period: Monday\, January 26 at 9 a.m. (CST) – Thursday\, February 5 by 6 p.m. (CST)\nAll Candidates Training and Campaign Preparation Period: Monday\, February 9 – Friday\, February 20\nHeadshot Photo Days (candidates may book a 15-minute session): TBA\nCampaign Period: Monday\, February 23 at 9 a.m. (CST) – Friday\, February 27 by 6 p.m. (CST). \nVoting Period: Monday\, March 2 at 9 a.m. (CST) – Wednesday\, March 4 by 6 p.m. (CST). \nCandidates are prohibited from campaigning in-person during Voting Period but may continue online. \n\nGoverning documents \nIn accordance with the By-law 5 – Elections and Referenda\, the UWSA General Election will be held online and in-person with virtual and in-person balloting and campaigning. \nCandidates can review Election By-Laws in Sections 4 and 5 of the UWSA By-Laws.  \nAppeals and Complaints \nAll Appeals and Complaints for the UWSA General Elections will follow the UWSA By-Law and the UWinnipeg Respectful Work and Learning Policy. \nComplaints will only be formally received by filling out this form here: https://theuwsa.formstack.com/forms/electioncomplaint \nPlease go to Page 29\, Section D – Election Violations\, Complaints\, and Accountability for more information: UWSA By-Laws Last Updated January 2025 \nPlease also see The UWinnipeg Respectful Work and Learning Policy here: https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/respect/respect-policy.html \n\nElection Staff Contacts\nAzeezah Ibrahim (she/her)\nChief Elections Commissioner (CEC)\nEmail: cec@theuwsa.ca
URL:https://theuwsa.ca/event/uwsa-general-elections-campaign-period/
CATEGORIES:UWSA Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260214T220000
DTSTAMP:20260126T204205Z
CREATED:20260126T204205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T204205Z
UID:30317-1771095600-1771106400@theuwsa.ca
SUMMARY:UWSA Rainbow Lounge Presents: Homo Hop 2026 Who Killed The Coordinator?!
DESCRIPTION:You can buy tickets in advance here: showpass.com/homohop26 \nA mystery is a foot\, and the Rainbow LoungeCoordinator has been found dead! In the roaring 2020s\, can you figure out all the clues to learn.. who killed the Coordinator?! Come down to Public Domain (633 Portage Ave\, Winnipeg\, MB R3B 2G4)  on Saturday\, February 14th at 7pm to enjoy HOMO HOP: WHO KILLED THE COORDINATOR? Take part in this mystery and enjoy drag performances\, dancing\, food\, and drinks while you do it! \nTickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the door. You must be 18 with valid ID to attend. \nWe can’t wait to see you there! \nAll proceeds will be going to the UWSA Rainbow Lounge to help create more programming\, improving their space\, and workshops.
URL:https://theuwsa.ca/event/uwsa-rainbow-lounge-presents-homo-hop-2026-who-killed-the-coordinator/
LOCATION:Public Domain\, 633 Portage Ave\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3B 2G4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:UWSA Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260223
DTSTAMP:20260205T191532Z
CREATED:20260205T191532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T191532Z
UID:30373-1771027200-1771804799@theuwsa.ca
SUMMARY:UWSA Spaces are Unavailable
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://theuwsa.ca/event/uwsa-spaces-are-unavailable/
CATEGORIES:UWSA Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260212T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260212T143000
DTSTAMP:20260205T180729Z
CREATED:20260205T180729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T180729Z
UID:30368-1770897600-1770906600@theuwsa.ca
SUMMARY:UWSA Winter Connect!
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss the Winter Connect event with your UWSA Executives on Thursday\, February 12\, at noon at the UWSA Hive. We also have a special announcment! \nSee you there!
URL:https://theuwsa.ca/event/uwsa-winter-connect/
LOCATION:The UWSA Hive (1L43)
CATEGORIES:UWSA Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260221T163000
DTSTAMP:20260218T183624Z
CREATED:20260105T190201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T183624Z
UID:30270-1770627600-1771691400@theuwsa.ca
SUMMARY:UWSA General Elections: All Candidates Training and Campaign Preparation Period
DESCRIPTION:The UWSA General Election is where students can run for an Executive Team position (President\, Vice-President Student Affairs\, and Vice-President External Affairs)\, Emerging Leader Director position\, a Board of Director position\, a Senate position or a Board of Regents seat. \nKey Dates:\nUWSA elections run on a six-week cycle.  \nNomination Period: Monday\, January 26 at 9 a.m. (CST) – Thursday\, February 5 by 6 p.m. (CST)\nAll Candidates Training and Campaign Preparation Period: Monday\, February 9 – Friday\, February 20\nHeadshot Photo Days (candidates may book a 15-minute session): TBA\nCampaign Period: Monday\, February 23 at 9 a.m. (CST) – Friday\, February 27 by 6 p.m. (CST). \nVoting Period: Monday\, March 2 at 9 a.m. (CST) – Wednesday\, March 4 by 6 p.m. (CST). \nCandidates are prohibited from campaigning in-person during Voting Period but may continue online. \n\nGoverning documents \nIn accordance with the By-law 5 – Elections and Referenda\, the UWSA General Election will be held online and in-person with virtual and in-person balloting and campaigning. \nCandidates can review Election By-Laws in Sections 4 and 5 of the UWSA By-Laws.  \nAppeals and Complaints \nAll Appeals and Complaints for the UWSA General Elections will follow the UWSA By-Law and the UWinnipeg Respectful Work and Learning Policy. \nComplaints will only be formally received by filling out this form here: https://theuwsa.formstack.com/forms/electioncomplaint \nPlease go to Page 29\, Section D – Election Violations\, Complaints\, and Accountability for more information: UWSA By-Laws Last Updated January 2025 \nPlease also see The UWinnipeg Respectful Work and Learning Policy here: https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/respect/respect-policy.html \n\nElection Staff Contacts\nAzeezah Ibrahim (she/her)\nChief Elections Commissioner (CEC)\nEmail: cec@theuwsa.ca
URL:https://theuwsa.ca/event/uwsa-general-elections-all-candidates-training-and-campaign-preparation-period/
CATEGORIES:UWSA Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260205T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260205T213000
DTSTAMP:20260126T203605Z
CREATED:20260126T203605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T203605Z
UID:30309-1770312600-1770327000@theuwsa.ca
SUMMARY:Black History Month Celebration: Movie Night
DESCRIPTION:Movie Night \nA free movie night for all students! You get to choose what movie you want to watch. Options are: \n\nSinners\nThe Color Purple (2023)\nBlack Panther: Wakanda Forever\n\nLocation: The Hive – 1st floor of Lockhart Hall \nDate and Time: Thursday\, February 5th starting at 5:30 p.m.
URL:https://theuwsa.ca/event/black-history-month-celebration-movie-night/
LOCATION:The UWSA Hive (1L43)
CATEGORIES:UWSA Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260130T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260130T170000
DTSTAMP:20260105T192431Z
CREATED:20260105T192431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T192431Z
UID:30279-1769781600-1769792400@theuwsa.ca
SUMMARY:UWSA Foodbank
DESCRIPTION:The volunteer-driven UWSA Foodbank was created to provide regular food supplements during the year to University of Winnipeg students and community members in need. Though it operates primarily in conjunction with Harvest Manitoba\, the Foodbank actively seeks additional donations from university groups and other community-based organizations. \nCheck-in begins at 2:00 p.m. every Friday in the Bulman Student Centre. Please arrive no later than 3:00 p.m. to check-in. Food distribution for registered clients starts at 3:00 p.m. \nWalk-ins are welcome. Walk-in clients are served in a lottery draw system and must check-in between 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Walk-in distribution begins at 3:30 p.m.  Unfortunately\, we cannot guarantee food quantities for walk-ins. \nStudents and community members can sign up for UWSA Foodbank by calling Harvest Manitoba at 204-982-3660 or emailing appointments@harvestmanitoba.ca. Please keep your Student ID handy before you make the call. Students who are Canadian residents or permanent residents will also need their Health Card.  \nHarvest Manitoba Registration Line: 204-982-3660 \nMonday-Friday: 9:15 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.\nSaturday: 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.\nHave your medical number and call before Monday afternoon to register for Friday.
URL:https://theuwsa.ca/event/uwsa-foodbank-9/
LOCATION:Bulman Student Centre
CATEGORIES:UWSA Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260128T170000
DTSTAMP:20260106T214524Z
CREATED:20260106T214524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T214524Z
UID:30289-1769594400-1769619600@theuwsa.ca
SUMMARY:UWSA Sports Days
DESCRIPTION:Sign-up here: theuwsa.formstack.com/forms/events \nJoin us for our UWSA Sports Days and play your favourite activities\, including volleyball\, soccer\, tug of war\, races\, and more\, on January 27 and 28! We welcome the whole University to participate in our event! If you are a collegiate student you will unfortunately not be able to participate in our event. \nWe are accepting walk-ups for each sport\, but please note that there may be a chance that we fill up. \nIMPORTANT NOTES: \n\nWAIVER: Each person will be required to fill out a waiver form before participating in any of the Sports Days events.\nYou are required to wear appropriate gym attire. You will not be allowed to wear jeans!\nYou must wear indoor shoes. Please refrain from waering any marking shoes or spikes for the races.\nBring a waterbottle!\n\nJanuary 28 Schedule \n\n10 AM – 12 PM: Volleyball – Team of 6 (You may have substitues if you’d like). Located in the Community Gym in the RecPlex\n12 – 12:15 PM: Volleyball Award Ceremony\n1:30 – 3:30 PM: Soccer – Team of 11 (You may have substitues if you’d like). Located on Fields A and B in the RecPlex\n3:30 – 4PM: BREAK and Soccer Award Ceremony and free refreshments for players. Located on the 2nd Floor Alcoves above the RecPlex Fields.\n4 – 4:30 PM: Relay Race – Team of 4. Located on Fields A and B in the Recplex\n4:30 – 5 PM: 3 legged races – Team of 2. Located beside the fields in the RecPlex.\n5 PM: Relay and 3-Legged Race Award Ceremony. Located on the 2nd Floor Alcoves above the RecPlex Fields.\n\nFor TEAM SPORTS – If you have secured your team for the following events: Basketball\, Volleyball\, Soccer\, and/or Relay Race you will notify us on the day of the event and show up with your team. If you do not have a full team you will be merged with other players. If you DO NOT have a team we will put you on a team on the day. \n\nBasketball – Team of 3\nVolleyball – Team of 6 (You may have substitues if you’d like)\nSoccer – Team of 11 (You may have substitues if you’d like)\nRelay Race – Team of 4\n3 Legged Race – Team of 2\n\nIf you have any questions please email events@theuwsa.ca and/or vpsa@theuwsa.ca.
URL:https://theuwsa.ca/event/uwsa-sports-days-2/
CATEGORIES:UWSA Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260127T153000
DTSTAMP:20260106T214448Z
CREATED:20260106T214448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T214448Z
UID:30288-1769508000-1769527800@theuwsa.ca
SUMMARY:UWSA Sports Days
DESCRIPTION:Sign-up here: theuwsa.formstack.com/forms/events \nJoin us for our UWSA Sports Days and play your favourite activities\, including volleyball\, soccer\, tug of war\, races\, and more\, on January 27 and 28! We welcome the whole University to participate in our event! If you are a collegiate student you will unfortunately not be able to participate in our event. \nWe are accepting walk-ups for each sport\, but please note that there may be a chance that we fill up. \nIMPORTANT NOTES: \n\nWAIVER: Each person will be required to fill out a waiver form before participating in any of the Sports Days events.\nYou are required to wear appropriate gym attire. You will not be allowed to wear jeans!\nYou must wear indoor shoes. Please refrain from waering any marking shoes or spikes for the races.\nBring a waterbottle!\n\nJanuary 27 Schedule \n\n10 – 11:30 AM: 100\, 200\, 400 Meter Race. Located on the 2nd Floor Duckworth Centre Track.\n\nHow it’s set-up\n\nRacers will run a maximum of TWO times and a minimum of ONE time.\nEach section (100 meter\, 200 meter\, 400 meter) will have a maximum of 4 preliminary races. Each race’s first place winner will move on to the final race\, which will determine the 1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd place winners.\n\n\n\n\n11:30 AM. – 12 p.m: BREAK and Races Award Ceremony and free refreshments for players. Located on the 2nd Floor of Duckworth Centre.\n12 – 2 PM: Basketball – Team of 3. Located in the Duckworth Centre Gym.\n2:30 – 3 PM: Tug of War. Located in the Duckworth Centre Gym.\n3 – 3:30 PM: Basketball and Tug of War Award Ceremony. Located on the 2nd Floor of Duckworth Centre.\n\nFor TEAM SPORTS – If you have secured your team for the following events: Basketball\, Volleyball\, Soccer\, and/or Relay Race you will notify us on the day of the event and show up with your team. If you do not have a full team you will be merged with other players. If you DO NOT have a team we will put you on a team on the day. \n\nBasketball – Team of 3\nVolleyball – Team of 6 (You may have substitues if you’d like)\nSoccer – Team of 11 (You may have substitues if you’d like)\nRelay Race – Team of 4\n3 Legged Race – Team of 2\n\nIf you have any questions please email events@theuwsa.ca and/or vpsa@theuwsa.ca.
URL:https://theuwsa.ca/event/uwsa-sports-days/
CATEGORIES:UWSA Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260126T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260205T180000
DTSTAMP:20260105T190310Z
CREATED:20260105T190125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T190310Z
UID:30269-1769418000-1770314400@theuwsa.ca
SUMMARY:UWSA General Elections: Nomination Period
DESCRIPTION:The UWSA General Election is where students can run for an Executive Team position (President\, Vice-President Student Affairs\, and Vice-President External Affairs)\, Emerging Leader Director position\, a Board of Director position\, a Senate position or a Board of Regents seat. \nKey Dates:\nUWSA elections run on a six-week cycle.  \nNomination Period: Monday\, January 26 at 9 a.m. (CST) – Thursday\, February 5 by 6 p.m. (CST)\nAll Candidates Training and Campaign Preparation Period: Monday\, February 9 – Friday\, February 20\nHeadshot Photo Days (candidates may book a 15-minute session): TBA\nCampaign Period: Monday\, February 23 at 9 a.m. (CST) – Friday\, February 27 by 6 p.m. (CST). \nVoting Period: Monday\, March 2 at 9 a.m. (CST) – Wednesday\, March 4 by 6 p.m. (CST). \nCandidates are prohibited from campaigning in-person during Voting Period but may continue online. \n\nGoverning documents \nIn accordance with the By-law 5 – Elections and Referenda\, the UWSA General Election will be held online and in-person with virtual and in-person balloting and campaigning. \nCandidates can review Election By-Laws in Sections 4 and 5 of the UWSA By-Laws.  \nAppeals and Complaints \nAll Appeals and Complaints for the UWSA General Elections will follow the UWSA By-Law and the UWinnipeg Respectful Work and Learning Policy. \nComplaints will only be formally received by filling out this form here: https://theuwsa.formstack.com/forms/electioncomplaint \nPlease go to Page 29\, Section D – Election Violations\, Complaints\, and Accountability for more information: UWSA By-Laws Last Updated January 2025 \nPlease also see The UWinnipeg Respectful Work and Learning Policy here: https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/respect/respect-policy.html \n\nElection Staff Contacts\nAzeezah Ibrahim (she/her)\nChief Elections Commissioner (CEC)\nEmail: cec@theuwsa.ca
URL:https://theuwsa.ca/event/uwsa-general-election-nomination-period-4/
CATEGORIES:UWSA Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260123T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260123T170000
DTSTAMP:20260105T192413Z
CREATED:20260105T192413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T192413Z
UID:30278-1769176800-1769187600@theuwsa.ca
SUMMARY:UWSA Foodbank
DESCRIPTION:The volunteer-driven UWSA Foodbank was created to provide regular food supplements during the year to University of Winnipeg students and community members in need. Though it operates primarily in conjunction with Harvest Manitoba\, the Foodbank actively seeks additional donations from university groups and other community-based organizations. \nCheck-in begins at 2:00 p.m. every Friday in the Bulman Student Centre. Please arrive no later than 3:00 p.m. to check-in. Food distribution for registered clients starts at 3:00 p.m. \nWalk-ins are welcome. Walk-in clients are served in a lottery draw system and must check-in between 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Walk-in distribution begins at 3:30 p.m.  Unfortunately\, we cannot guarantee food quantities for walk-ins. \nStudents and community members can sign up for UWSA Foodbank by calling Harvest Manitoba at 204-982-3660 or emailing appointments@harvestmanitoba.ca. Please keep your Student ID handy before you make the call. Students who are Canadian residents or permanent residents will also need their Health Card.  \nHarvest Manitoba Registration Line: 204-982-3660 \nMonday-Friday: 9:15 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.\nSaturday: 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.\nHave your medical number and call before Monday afternoon to register for Friday.
URL:https://theuwsa.ca/event/uwsa-foodbank-8/
LOCATION:Bulman Student Centre
CATEGORIES:UWSA Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260123T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260123T140000
DTSTAMP:20260120T173203Z
CREATED:20260120T173203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T173203Z
UID:30298-1769171400-1769176800@theuwsa.ca
SUMMARY:Special General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The UWSA Special General Meeting will be taking place on Friday\, January 23\, 2026 at 12:30 p.m. in The Hive at The University of Winnipeg.\nThe UWSA Board of Directors has resolved to repeal the existing General By-laws of the UWSA and replace them with the Amended and Restated General By-laws of the UWSA in the form attached to this notice. \n  \nThe Board of Directors has determined that it is desirable to adopt the amendments to amend the By-laws to clarify the title change and terms of reference for the Accessibility Director and the terms of reference for the Women\, Trans\, Non-Binary Students’ Director. \nAs the By-Law amendments require approval by the members at a meeting of the members\, the UWSA Board of Directors has called a Special General Meeting of the membership to be held on Friday\, January 23rd\, 2026\, at 12:30 PM in The Hive at The University of Winnipeg to facilitate this purpose. \n  \nMembers are encouraged to review the complete amendments\, which can be accessed via the link below in the UWSA SGM Package section of this website page in full prior to the meeting. \n\nUWSA SGM Package \n\nProposed SGM By-Law revisions January 2026\n\n\nCurrent UWSA General By-Laws \n\nGeneral By-Laws UWSA (Updated March 2025)\n\n\nUWSA SGM Agenda\nSPECIAL GENERAL MEETING OF THE UNIVERSITY OF WINNIPEG STUDENTS’ ASSOCIATION \nFriday\, January 23rd\, 2026 at 12:30 PM \nIn The HIVE – University of Winnipeg \n\nCall to Order\nIntroduction and Rules of Order\nApproval of the Order of Business\nNew Business – To consider and\, if deemed advisable\, to confirm\, with or without variation\, the resolution of the Board of Directors of the UWSA repealing the General By-laws of the UWSA and enacting the Amended and Restated General By-laws of the UWSA in the form attached to this notice.\nOther Business\nAdjournment\n\nGet familiar with how the Rules of Order works: UWSA Rules of Order\n\nSubmitting Motions\nAll UWSA members wishing to submit a motion can email them to the Chair of the Board at chair@theuwsa.ca by Friday\, January 13th 2026 at 12:30 PM CST. To learn how to write a motion\, please review the documents below: \nMotion Template (Editable PDF)\nHow to Write a Motion
URL:https://theuwsa.ca/event/special-general-meeting-2/
LOCATION:The UWSA Hive (1L43)
CATEGORIES:UWSA Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260116T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260116T170000
DTSTAMP:20260105T192355Z
CREATED:20260105T192355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T192355Z
UID:30277-1768572000-1768582800@theuwsa.ca
SUMMARY:UWSA Foodbank
DESCRIPTION:The volunteer-driven UWSA Foodbank was created to provide regular food supplements during the year to University of Winnipeg students and community members in need. Though it operates primarily in conjunction with Harvest Manitoba\, the Foodbank actively seeks additional donations from university groups and other community-based organizations. \nCheck-in begins at 2:00 p.m. every Friday in the Bulman Student Centre. Please arrive no later than 3:00 p.m. to check-in. Food distribution for registered clients starts at 3:00 p.m. \nWalk-ins are welcome. Walk-in clients are served in a lottery draw system and must check-in between 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Walk-in distribution begins at 3:30 p.m.  Unfortunately\, we cannot guarantee food quantities for walk-ins. \nStudents and community members can sign up for UWSA Foodbank by calling Harvest Manitoba at 204-982-3660 or emailing appointments@harvestmanitoba.ca. Please keep your Student ID handy before you make the call. Students who are Canadian residents or permanent residents will also need their Health Card.  \nHarvest Manitoba Registration Line: 204-982-3660 \nMonday-Friday: 9:15 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.\nSaturday: 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.\nHave your medical number and call before Monday afternoon to register for Friday.
URL:https://theuwsa.ca/event/uwsa-foodbank-7/
LOCATION:Bulman Student Centre
CATEGORIES:UWSA Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260114T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260114T140000
DTSTAMP:20260105T185938Z
CREATED:20260105T185938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T185938Z
UID:30267-1768392000-1768399200@theuwsa.ca
SUMMARY:Student Group Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday\, January 14\, in the Bulman Student Centre for the Student Group Fair\, where you can meet and connect with different student groups on campus! \nLocation: Bulman Student Centre \nDate and Time: Wednesday\, January 14\, from 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. \nYou can view all the current registered UWSA Student Groups here: theuwsa.ca/student-groups/student-groups/ \nFor any questions\, please email\, events@theuwsa.ca.
URL:https://theuwsa.ca/event/student-group-fair/
LOCATION:Bulman Student Centre
CATEGORIES:UWSA Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260109T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260109T170000
DTSTAMP:20260105T192333Z
CREATED:20260105T192333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T192333Z
UID:30276-1767967200-1767978000@theuwsa.ca
SUMMARY:UWSA Foodbank
DESCRIPTION:The volunteer-driven UWSA Foodbank was created to provide regular food supplements during the year to University of Winnipeg students and community members in need. Though it operates primarily in conjunction with Harvest Manitoba\, the Foodbank actively seeks additional donations from university groups and other community-based organizations. \nCheck-in begins at 2:00 p.m. every Friday in the Bulman Student Centre. Please arrive no later than 3:00 p.m. to check-in. Food distribution for registered clients starts at 3:00 p.m. \nWalk-ins are welcome. Walk-in clients are served in a lottery draw system and must check-in between 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Walk-in distribution begins at 3:30 p.m.  Unfortunately\, we cannot guarantee food quantities for walk-ins. \nStudents and community members can sign up for UWSA Foodbank by calling Harvest Manitoba at 204-982-3660 or emailing appointments@harvestmanitoba.ca. Please keep your Student ID handy before you make the call. Students who are Canadian residents or permanent residents will also need their Health Card.  \nHarvest Manitoba Registration Line: 204-982-3660 \nMonday-Friday: 9:15 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.\nSaturday: 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.\nHave your medical number and call before Monday afternoon to register for Friday.
URL:https://theuwsa.ca/event/uwsa-foodbank-6/
LOCATION:Bulman Student Centre
CATEGORIES:UWSA Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260108T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260108T213000
DTSTAMP:20260105T185424Z
CREATED:20260105T185424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T185424Z
UID:30261-1767891600-1767907800@theuwsa.ca
SUMMARY:Snowed In Movie Night
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nMovie Night Screening Now You See Me: Now You Don’t \nStart the Winter Term with a free movie night! Join us for Now You See Me: Now You Don’t at the UWSA The Hive on January 8. Free popcorn will be provided. Everyone is welcome! \nLocation: University of Winnipeg The Hive – 1st floor of Lockhart Hall \nDate and Time: Thursday\, January 8 starting at 5:30PM \nQuestions? Reach us at events@theuwsa.ca \nPlease review our UWSA Events Safer Space Policy
URL:https://theuwsa.ca/event/snowed-in-movie-night/
LOCATION:The UWSA Hive (1L43)
CATEGORIES:UWSA Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260107T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260107T213000
DTSTAMP:20260105T185510Z
CREATED:20260105T185510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T185510Z
UID:30262-1767807000-1767821400@theuwsa.ca
SUMMARY:Snowed In Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke Night \nAre you the best singer at the UofW? Join us on September 4 for Karaoke Night as part of the #UWSARollCall! Everyone is invited! Free refreshments and snacks are provided. \nLocation: University of Winnipeg The Hive – 1st floor of Lockhart Hall \nDate and Time: Wednesday\, January 7 starting at 5:30 PM \nQuestions? Reach us at events@theuwsa.ca \nPlease review our UWSA Events Safer Space Policy
URL:https://theuwsa.ca/event/snowed-in-karaoke-night/
LOCATION:The UWSA Hive (1L43)
CATEGORIES:UWSA Events
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