Winnipeg, MB – The University of Manitoba’s Board of Governors on Tuesday approved a proposal for a variable tuition and course fee changes which carry a 3.75% average increase to tuition rates. The UMSU President, UMSU Vice-President Advocacy, and the president of the U of M Graduate Students’ Association were united in describing their strong…
Winnipeg, MB – Amid concerns over cuts to its provincial operating grant and how to adjust its course offerings during a prolonged pandemic, the University of Manitoba has managed to deliver a budget for next year that heeds student recommendations. The U of M yesterday announced its budget for 2020/2021, including additional funding…
On April 29, the federal government approved $9 billion in emergency financial aid for post-secondary students and recent graduates to help offset the loss of expected income over the summer due the economic fallout of COVID-19. The main component of this aid package is the Canadian Emergency Student Benefit (CESB). Students can apply for…
Winnipeg, MB – Post-secondary students facing a loss of summer jobs and income due to the coronavirus will be able to apply on Friday for direct financial help from the federal government. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau yesterday announced that as of May 15, eligible post-secondary students can apply for the Canadian Emergency Student Benefit…
Winnipeg, MB – The University of Manitoba today announced that it plans to hold courses remotely during the Fall 2020 term, due to the coronavirus pandemic being expected to linger for the foreseeable future. All courses will be offered online, unless the criteria for mandatory in-person instruction is met. This announcement comes on the…