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Where to go for up-to-date and factual COVID-19 information that you can rely on

We saw that with the rise of COVID-19 cases also came a flood of misinformation and conspiracy theories. These ranged… Read more »
When will I get the COVID-19 vaccine? And other vaccine facts

With all the news about the vaccine lately, you may be wondering why you haven’t had your own immunization schedule… Read more »
5 cyber smart resolutions for 2021

2020 was a landmark year for online fraudsters. With the pandemic forcing us to stay at home, we are on… Read more »
Participate in workshops and group activities
Understanding Indigenous Perspectives: An Essential Course for Newcomers to Manitoba

Course Description This is a series of lecture/discussions to introduce newcomers to Indigenous Peoples’: History Significance and place in Canada… Read more »
Language circles

Language circles are weekly 1 hour sessions to practice English language skills on topics related to everyday life of a… Read more »
Virtual Coffee Chat – Speaking
March 1 @ 10:00 am

Come join an hour long conversation about our daily lives with feedback from the teacher! Instructor: Nastashya Wall Skype… Read more »
Complete self-study activities
Language Explorer

Language Explorer Acts will help you decide which lessons with English Online will best suit YOU.
iEnglish Activities

iEnglish is a set of resources and videos to give learners the tools they need to take more ownership for… Read more »
Idioms Set: Seasons

In this idioms set you’ll find Canadian idioms relating to seasons of the year in Manitoba. Click on each lesson… Read more »
Learn about newcomer experiences, or share your own
Newcomer Story: Nguyen Thi Hoang Dung (Dzung Nguyen)

Dzung Nguyen was among the first to answer my request for interviewees. I had posted an ad asking for “stories… Read more »
Newcomer Story: Brhan Abrha

Brhan’s answer to the question “what do you like about Manitoba?” confused me. She said “Oh, I like the shiny… Read more »
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