In May 2022, Winnipeg resident Jeremy Skibicki was arrested and charged with the murder of 24-year-old Rebecca Contois.
University of Manitoba Articles
Record Number of U of M Medical Students to Don White Coats
WINNIPEG — A record number of medical students will receive their white coats at the University of Manitoba this week.
U of M Tapped to Host Men’s Basketball Championship
The University of Manitoba will play host to the top men’s basketball teams in Canada West early next year.
University of Manitoba Ending Mask Mandate
The University of Manitoba is ending its indoor mask mandate next week after remaining one of the last institutions in Manitoba to do so.
Canadian Men’s University Hockey Teams Provide Safe Prep for Ukraine’s Under-25 Squad
Ukraine’s under-25 men’s hockey team needed a safe place to play ahead of an international tournament, and found it in Canada.
Bisons Hockey to Play Host to Ukrainian National Team
WINNIPEG — The Manitoba Bisons are one of four Canada West hockey teams to host the Ukrainian men’s national team later this month and in early January.
U of M Extends Mask Mandate into Winter Term
WINNIPEG — The University of Manitoba has extended its mask mandate into the 2023 winter term.
Manitoba’s Post-Secondary Institutions Closing for Day of Mourning on Monday
Manitoba’s largest post-secondary institutions will close on Monday, September 19 to observe the national day of mourning for Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral.
Satirical Manitoba Musical ‘Saves’ Canadian Healthcare System
A made-in-Manitoba web series is poking fun at the lengths Canadians have to wait to receive medical care.
University of Manitoba Returning to In-Person Convocation
WINNIPEG — After two years of virtual ceremonies, the University of Manitoba is returning to in-person convocation events this spring.
U of M Pledges $1M to Emergency Bursaries for Students
WINNIPEG — The University of Manitoba is pledging up to $1 million to emergency bursaries for students impacted by extraordinary life events.
Arbitrator Awards U of M Faculty Salary Increase
WINNIPEG — An arbitrator has awarded a salary increase to members of the University of Manitoba Faculty Association.







