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Tomorrow, Jan 29th
by Jason Northage 28 Jan '26

28 Jan '26

Hello all, Just to let everyone know that I will not be on campus tomorrow, Thurs Jan 29th as I will be at the Law Courts building for Jury Selection. I don't know if I'll be allowed to have my phone on my person or turned off, so I won't be able to respond to emails or Teams messages in a timely manner. I will respond to any messages I get after the fact, so please expect a delay. For those in Earth Sciences reading this email, we have received a new RICOH printer in the main office, and you will need to install new printer drivers in order to use it. Please email Semira as I have made documentation to help you try and get the printer up and running from your computer. Alternatively, you can still print if you bring your documents on a USB Flash Drive, your accounts should work, or if it's feasible, please wait for me til Friday, I'll be around all day as normal. Thanks, Jason Northage IT4 - Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources University of Manitoba 102-70 Dysart Road Winnipeg, MB R3T 2M6 Ph: 431-275-5477 "I do everything" Upcoming absences: Jan 29th, Feb 16th-20th “The University of Manitoba campuses and research spaces are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Ininiwak, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate, Dene and Inuit, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. UM recognizes that the Treaties signed on these lands are a lifelong, enduring relationship, and we are dedicated to upholding their spirit and intent. We acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past and the present. With this understanding, we commit to supporting Indigenous excellence through active Reconciliation, meaningful change, and the creation of an environment where everyone can thrive. Our collaboration with Indigenous communities is grounded in respect and reciprocity and this guides how we move forward as an institution.”

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CIRC Searches
by Dean Environment 27 Jan '26

27 Jan '26

Hello everyone, As you know, the Faculty has three searches underway in our quest to secure a coveted Canada Impact+ Research Chair: https://umanitoba.ca/research/research-chairs/canada-impact-research-chairs This is not a passive process, and we need to actively seek out possible candidates. If you have individuals in mind, please reach out to the respective chair of the search committees (Fei for E&G and Earth Sciences, myself for NRI) to strategize. All the best, Mark

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Upcoming Senate Committee Vacancies and Interest Forms
by Kelly Pokorny Smilinski 27 Jan '26

27 Jan '26

Good afternoon, Please see below and review all attached documents if you are interested in joining a Senate Committee. This year, there are a number of changes to the Senate Committee structure. Starting June 1, 2026, a revised structure will be introduced to approve changes to undergraduate admission requirements and regulations, courses and curricula, and academic regulations and policies. The Senate Committee on Admissions, Senate Committee on Curriculum and Course Changes, and the Senate Committee on Instruction and Evaluation will be disbanded in conjunction with the implementation of the new Committees on June 1, 2026. Senate Committee Interest Forms must be returned by Tuesday, February 17, 2026. [University of Manitoba Company Logo] Kelly Pokorny Smilinski Executive Assistant to the Acting Dean, Dr. Mark Hanson Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth & Resources 495 Wallace Building 125 Dysart Road Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2 PH: 431.323.4218 Kelly.Pokorny(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Kelly.Pokorny@umanitoba.ca> Upcoming Vacation: CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This message and any attachments to it are intended for the addressee only and may contain legally privileged or confidential information. Any unauthorized use, disclosure, distribution, or copying is strictly prohibited. Please notify the sender if you have received this email by mistake, and please delete it and the attachments (and all copies) in a secure manner. From: Laura Orsak-Williams <Laura.Orsak(a)umanitoba.ca> Sent: January 26, 2026 4:07 PM To: Laura Orsak-Williams <Laura.Orsak(a)umanitoba.ca> Subject: Upcoming Senate Committee Vacancies and Interest Forms Dear Deans and Directors, On behalf of Dr. Pamela Perkins, Chair, Senate Committee on Nominations, we ask that you please distribute the attached to your faculty members and students. Questions can be directed to myself by return email at Laura.Orsak(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Laura.Orsak@umanitoba.ca>. Thank you in advance, This message is available in alternate formats upon request to: Laura Orsak-Williams (she/her/hers) Governance Officer Office of the University Secretary The University of Manitoba 312 Administration Building Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 PH: 204.474.8174 Laura.Orsak(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Laura.Orsak@umanitoba.ca> Chat with me in Teams<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/chat/0/0?users=Laura.Orsak@umanitoba.ca&topic…> [University of Manitoba logo] The University of Manitoba campuses are located on Treaty 1 Territory and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. Manitoba is located on the Treaty Territories and ancestral lands of the Anishinaabeg, Ininewuk, Anishininewuk, Dakota Oyate, and Denesuline Nations. This email, including any attachments, is intended for the addressee(s) only and may contain legally privileged or confidential information. Any unauthorized use, disclosure, distribution, copying or dissemination is strictly prohibited. If you receive this transmission in error, please notify the sender immediately and return the original.

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Invite your team to join us at Better Together! Registration closes January 30, 2026
by Kelly Pokorny Smilinski 27 Jan '26

27 Jan '26

[UniversityofManitoba-CATL-cmyk-right-letterhead.png] This message is sent on behalf of Janine Carmichael, Faculty Specialist, Entrepreneurship and Meaghan Ewharekuko, Faculty Specialist, Experiential Learning. We have exciting news, the highly successful Better Together is back! Over the past two years, more than 150 faculty, staff and students have come together to build entrepreneurial thinking skills and develop solutions to real challenges on campus at Better Together. We can't wait to do it again in 2026! [cid:image003.jpg@01DC8558.0B51D1C0]Better Together Tuesday, February 17, 2026 8:30 - 4:30PM Marshall McLuhan Hall, UM University Centre * A required Better Together Welcome Call will also take place on Thursday, February 12 from noon-12:45PM over Zoom. Register for Better Together<https://umcatl.vfairs.ca/en/CATL-sessions> In this engaging and hands-on MasterClass, thoughtfully designed for faculty, staff and students, participants will see entrepreneurial thinking in many contexts, while sharpening their practical problem-solving skills. A highlight of Better Together is an interdisciplinary Design Thinking Sprint. Participants will team up to tackle a real campus challenge-brainstorming, prototyping, and pitching creative solutions that can make a meaningful impact. The theme will be unveiled at the Welcome Call on February 12. Can you please help us spread the word with faculty and staff as their participation is critical to another successful event. Support staff and faculty/instructors from all programs and levels of study are welcome. Participants will: * Develop new skills in entrepreneurial thinking * Meet new and highly engaged students and other participants * Leave inspired to move ideas to impact * Be immersed in an experiential learning environment that models best practices Registration for Better Together closes January 30th. Thank you in advance for your support. More information available at Better Together.<https://umanitoba.ca/entrepreneurial-thinking/better-together> Janine Carmichael Faculty Specialist: Entrepreneurship Meaghan Ewharekuko Faculty Specialist: Experiential Learning cc: Mark Torchia Vice-Provost (Learning, Analytics, and Academic Infrastructure) The University of Manitoba campuses and research spaces are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Ininiwak, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate, Dene and Inuit, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. We respect the Treaties that were made on these territories, we acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past, and we dedicate ourselves to move forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in a spirit of Reconciliation and collaboration.

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Indigenous Scholars Speaker Series - Current Developments Concerning UNDRIP And the Law - February 26 - 12 to 1:30 pm
by Dean Environment 27 Jan '26

27 Jan '26

***Shared on Behalf of the Office of the Vice-President (Indigenous)*** The Office of the Vice-President (Indigenous) invites you to join us for a conversation on current developments related to the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) and the law. We are pleased to feature insights from scholars Jeremy Patzer, Brenda Gunn, and Dr. Warren Bernauer. Date: February 26, 2026 Time: 12:00–1:30 p.m. Location: Architecture Atrium, 216 John A. Russell Building, Fort Garry Campus A light lunch will be provided. To register: Please click on this Link<https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=C92AT4wzTE6KFJBEaWL3uGB…> or scan the barcode included below and attached. For questions, email Naithan.Lagace(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Naithan.Lagace@umanitoba.ca> [cid:image001.png@01DC8C53.C0949750] Danielle Lang Executive Assistant to the Vice-President (Indigenous) (HR and Events) and Associate Vice-President (Indigenous) Research and Academic 202 Administration Building 66 Chancellors Circle, Wpg. MB. R3T 2N2 (431) 334-6024 www.umanitoba.ca/indigenous<http://www.umanitoba.ca/indigenous> The University of Manitoba campuses and research spaces are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Ininiwak, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate, Dene and Inuit, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. UM recognizes that the Treaties signed on these lands are a lifelong, enduring relationship, and we are dedicated to upholding their spirit and intent. We acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past and the present. With this understanding, we commit to supporting Indigenous excellence through active Reconciliation, meaningful change, and the creation of an environment where everyone can thrive. Our collaboration with Indigenous communities is grounded in respect and reciprocity and this guides how we move forward as an institution. [cid:image002.png@01DC8C53.C0949750]

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Funding Opportunities - Weekly Highlights
by Sadia Ishaq 26 Jan '26

26 Jan '26

Dear all, * Below are updates on available funding opportunities. * NSERC Collaborative Research & Training Experience (CREATE)<https://nserc-crsng.canada.ca/en/funding-opportunity/collaborative-research…> program supports the training and mentoring of graduate students from Canada and abroad. CREATE grants are valued at up to $1.65M over 6 years; 70% of the budget is allocated to student stipends. Internal LOI Deadline: April 13, 2026 Agency LOI Deadline: May 1, 2026 by 8:00 pm EST Internal Application Deadline: September 1, 2026 Agency Application Deadline: September 22, 2026 by 8:00 pm EST * CFI-JELF Application<https://research.ad.umanitoba.ca/mrt/pubapp/umfo_view.php?id=4143> Ridell faculty deadline: 11 February, 2026 Faculty review and evaluation: 11-22 February, 2026 Proposals submission to ORS: 23 February, 2026 Agency deadline: 15 June 2026 * The Mitacs Accelerate Global Excellence Award<https://innovation.mitacs.ca/en/mitacs-accelerate-global-excellence-award?_….> aims to draw outstanding international researcher talent and Canadians currently studying abroad to industrial research projects in partnership with leading Canadian researchers — enabled by a competitive funding package of $170k over two years. This call will launch in March 2026 and close in May 2026. Let me know if you require any additional information, and have a great week. Best regards, Sadia --- Sadia Ishaq Ph.D. (she/her) Research Facilitator Dean’s Office Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources University of Manitoba 496 Wallace Building | 125 Dysart Road | Winnipeg, MB | R3T2N2 sadia.ishaq(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Emmelia.Stainton@umanitoba.ca> Google Scholar: Sadia Ishaq<https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=f6C0EDQAAAAJ&hl=en>

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Wallace Building Fire Alarm - Safe To Return
by Nick Lupky 23 Jan '26

23 Jan '26

Hello Riddell Faculty staff and students, I hope you weren't too cold waiting for an update! The recently set off fire alarm has been inspected by the firefighting crew that came by. They've let us know that it is now safe to return to the building, and you can resume whatever you were working on before. If I hear more information about the incident, I'll be sure to send updates. Thanks, Nick Lupky, B.Env.D. (He/Him/His) Communications & Marketing Coordinator Dean's Office Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources University of Manitoba 497 Wallace Building | 125 Dysart Road | Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Nick.Lupky(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Nick.Lupky@umanitoba.ca> | (204)-915-7203 *This message is available in alternate formats upon request. The University of Manitoba campuses and research spaces are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Ininiwak, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate, Dene and Inuit, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. UM recognizes that the Treaties signed on these lands are a lifelong, enduring relationship, and we are dedicated to upholding their spirit and intent. We acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past and the present. With this understanding, we commit to supporting Indigenous excellence through active Reconciliation, meaningful change, and the creation of an environment where everyone can thrive. Our collaboration with Indigenous communities is grounded in respect and reciprocity and this guides how we move forward as an institution.

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For circulation: Canada Impact+ Research Chair position in climate change, polar environmental change, or water resources
by Feiyue Wang 23 Jan '26

23 Jan '26

Dear all, Happy to update that we have started a formal search process for a Canada Impact+ Research Chair position in climate change, polar environmental change, or water resources. The timeline is extremely tight - applications will be reviewed as they come in, and a selection has to be completed by the end of February at the latest. Details can be found in the UMCareers ad at the following link: <https://viprecprod.ad.umanitoba.ca/DEFAULT.ASPX?REQ_ID=43770> Recruitment Portal (1)<https://viprecprod.ad.umanitoba.ca/DEFAULT.ASPX?REQ_ID=43770> ad.umanitoba.ca<https://viprecprod.ad.umanitoba.ca/DEFAULT.ASPX?REQ_ID=43770> [favicon.ico]<https://viprecprod.ad.umanitoba.ca/DEFAULT.ASPX?REQ_ID=43770> The Impact+ Chair program is a new Government of Canada initiative, aiming to attract world-leading researchers whose work addresses critical national and global challenges. The successful Chairholders and their research teams will receive an award of up to $1M/year over 8 years, with a potential for a 4-year extension at half of the initial award value. Only candidates who are internationally based (both working and residing outside of Canada) are eligible to apply. By this email I encourage everyone to reach out to those who you think might be qualified to apply, or send the name(s) to Kelly and we’ll happily connect with them. Thank you very much and fingers crossed for a successful search! Fei

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UM Food Bank Concert Night: Rocking for a Cause Returns Feb 13
by Nick Lupky 22 Jan '26

22 Jan '26

The following message is being shared on behalf of Sayam Gupta, University of Manitoba Food Bank Coordinator. We’re excited to announce that the UM Food Bank Concert: Rocking with a Cause is back - and this year it’s sweeter than ever! Event details: Date: Friday, February 13 Doors open: 5:30 PM | Concert starts: 6:00 PM Location: John J. Conklin Theatre | 3rd Floor, Taché Arts Centre For just $10, the ticket includes: 🎤 Live music 🍕 Free food with your ticket 🎁 Prizes 💸 3 chance to win $500 toward tuition Enjoy a Valentine’s-themed evening of live music, community, and giving back. All proceeds will go toward supporting the UM Food Bank and the students it serves. 🎟️Tickets are now live: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/um-food-bank-concert-rocking-with-a-cause-tick… Tickets are limited, and based on last year’s response, we encourage you to purchase early. We hope to see you there Sayam Gupta | Food Bank Coordinator foodbank(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:foodbank@umanitoba.ca> | 204-474-9850 University of Manitoba Food Bank 518 University Centre | UM Fort Garry Campus Hours of operation | Monday to Friday| 10:00am-4:00pm Website: https://umanitoba.ca/financial-aid-and-awards/u-m-food-bank Student Affairs: Creating opportunities for student success! The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Anisininew, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation.

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HOLD - All Faculty Retreat
by Dean Environment 22 Jan '26

22 Jan '26

Full Day All Faculty Retreat, April 17, 2026 Location: Qualico Family Centre (330 Assiniboine Park) We are still working on the agenda so the timeline hasn't been changed just yet. Please send me your allergy/dietary restrictions Send to Kelly.Pokorny(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Kelly.Pokorny@umanitoba.ca> Kelly Pokorny Smilinski

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