Let’s Continue To Support Nami Scholarship Fund, Thank You!
NAMI appreciates a model that guarantees funds to the scholarship for our youth in perpetuity. We sincerely thank those who have donated, and we also encourage others to do the same. All year round, we encourage people in our community to visit The Winnipeg Foundation website to donate with a minimum of $10 to NAMI Scholarship Fund at the link here to support our community youth education which was inaugurated last year. “Make this donation in celebration, honour or memory of someone.” Thank you! https://www.mycharitytools.com/gift/wpgfdn/donate?fund=1077
Personality of the week – Mrs. Titi Tijani
Nigeria Decides
NAMI President Wilson Akinwale had a chat with CBC’s Rachel Ferstl on the state of the nation and the role of the Nigerian youth in the current elections.
ACOMI’s Traditional African Art Exhibition
African sculptures and artifacts were on display this weekend at the African Communities of Manitoba Inc. (ACOMI) Centre, 2nd floor – 301 Nassau Street North in celebration of the Black History Month.
In attendance was Hon. Audrey Gordon amongst several other guest and dignitaries.
Black History Month: Dr. Bunmi Fatoye’s inspiring story
As we wrap up the black history month, Dr. Fatoye shares her story to encourage every black professional. Full article here
STBBI testing awareness
This October, Action Canada will be launching a national STBBI testing awareness campaign to help ensure that youth know where to go for accurate and supportive STBBI information and services. We’d love your help in the campaign creation process by sharing our assessment survey with all youth ages 16-24 in your communities! Until Monday, March 6th, we’re looking to hear from youth across the country on their experiences and perspectives with STBBI testing. All participating youth can enter to win one of twenty $50 gift cards! Here’s the survey link
Colon Cancer home screening test
Are you between the age of ages 49 to 74?
Join Cancer care Manitoba for a focus group to provide feedback on the #coloncancer home screening test on March 6 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Please email ccmbvolservices@cancercare.mb.ca to register.
Register today for the AM-FM Film Masterclass
Share African Women’s Experiences
The objective of this study is to share African women’s experiences and how accessible these healthcare services are to this population. See attached the poster and abstract for more information about the study above.
Contest for Grade 5-8
Until March 31, 2023, students in Grades 5 to 8 can submit their original artwork featuring fire and burn prevention safety messages for chance to win a prize in a provincial poster contest.
See contest details here
Manitoba Teachers’ Idea Fund
Applications are now being accepted for the 2023-24 Teachers’ Idea Fund. Teachers, staff and school leaders can apply to receive support for innovative projects that support high-quality learning and positive outcomes for students
Folklorama
Folklorama is currently looking for a team of dynamic and energetic individuals to fill our current Seasonal Job Postings. All current job postings can also be found via our website
SEED Winnipeg Inc Business Development Services
Business Enterprise Support & Training Program
Business Enterprise Support & Training Program is a 6-week business training and consulting program available to all Manitoba residents living on a low income who have a business idea.
The training will be presented virtually on Zoom. Classes are 3 days per week(Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 10:00 am -12:00 pm) from February 22 to March 24, 2023.
Contact the Business Development Service Department via:
Email: bestinfo@seedwinnipeg.ca
Phone number: 204-927-9944
Y Mind YMCA Winnipeg: Techniques to support youths with feelings of stress and anxiety (Free program)
See details on the flyer
Job Opportunities
Post-Secondary Internship And Scholarship For 5 Outstanding Black High School Students
KPMG Canada and ICON Talent Partners are excited to announce that applications are now open for our 3rd Annual High School Scholarship and Internship Program! The ICON x KPMG Scholarship-Internship program provides 5 outstanding Black high school seniors across Canada with a $5000 scholarship PLUS a 6-week paid internship at KPMG starting July 4th. If you meet the eligibility requirements, submit your application by March 4, 2022. See our post for more details on how to apply
Mosaic Family Resource Network
Mosaic Family Resource Network: is offering free programs for newcomer families.
See details on the flyer
Free Income Tax Clinic
ACOMI is hosting a Free Income Tax Clinic. Please see info above
Manitoba Newcomer Hiring Event Get Hired Today!
Visit https://magnet.whoplusyou.com/lp/WorkinMB to register on the Work in Manitoba Portal.
The Hiring Event data, time, location will be provided through the portal in the upcoming weeks.
Leader of Tomorrow Scholarship — Athena Leadership
Athena offers $3,000 through their Leader of Tomorrow scholarship opportunity in hopes that some of the young women in the African community may be eligible.
Inquiries can be sent to Scholarship@athenaleadership.ca cc dorothy.harmon@acomi.ca
The Arts Leaders Program
The Manitoba Arts Council funds the creation and sharing of arts and culture for the benefit of all Manitobans. The grants offered by MAC are housed in the 6 streams. Please see the link
The Arts Leaders program supports building the capacity for leadership by individuals who self-identify as Black, Indigenous, and/or People of Colour (BIPOC) in Manitoba’s arts and cultural sector. The program has the goal of seeing more BIPOC professionals in senior leadership positions in the arts.
This program is supported through a partnership agreement between Manitoba Arts Council and The Winnipeg Foundation
FOOD FOR ALL PROGRAM
If food security is an issue, “Food for all Program” is a Food supply for all season. An initiative of C.A.C Rehoboth Christain Centre in partnership with Peace Wholeness Centre. See poster for details and more contact information or visit websites below. Thank you! www.peacewholenesscentre.com
Lola‘s Beauty Gallery & Supplies
Lola‘s Beauty Gallery & Supplies is your One Stop shop for all your hair care needs. Lola’s specializes in all kinds of hair services such as braids, dreads, curls and extension services. We also carry many varieties of hair care and beauty supplies.
Lola’s offers Western Union and Ria money transfer services.
Stop by Lola’s today and take advantage of the many sales running on wigs and hair extensions.
Students with a valid student ID card can receive a student discount on their purchases.
NEW PATIENT PROMO
Book a new patient exam and cleaning and receive a $50 Tim Horton’s gift card, an electric toothbrush or teeth whitening kit*
We are growing, and we are so excited to add amazing patients to our family dental practice
Give us a call today at 204-663-5000, email at hello@kilconadental.ca or visit us at www.kilconadental.ca
Looking forward to meeting you
*while supplies last
CREST EYECARE
Your vision benefits with great deals on premium frames, lenses and contacts. We direct bill most insurance plans, plus get rewarded with Air Miles Reward Miles on every purchase.
Book your eye exam or visit us in store today! Send us email: info@cresteyecare.com Call us: 204-421-8080. Visit our website: www.cresteyecare.com
Our locations:
- Unit #9 – 1500, Regent Avenue West, Winnipeg.
- 1866 Pembina Hwy, Unit 2, Winnipeg, MB R3T6J1
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @cresteyecare. Book your eye exam or visit us in store today!
GEMINI MEDICAL CLINIC
Gemini Medical Clinic is a new family oriented medical clinic located at 735 Pembina Highway Winnipeg. Our primary objective is to help patients achieve their health goals by providing quality medical care. We are a team of 4 family physicians with immediate plans to include specialist care. Our providers include Drs’ Ify Osagie, Ral Koko, Alastair Sequeira and Taiwo Sonoiki. We provide a range of services including general/family practice, women’s health, child health, whole health and wellness, addictions medicine, minor surgical procedures etc.
We also provide non-insured services like filling out forms, disability applications, medical notes and many more.
We are open to the public July 4, 2022 and accepting new patients.
Shop at Gifted Fingers International Limited
Gifted fingers international limited – Your African Caribbean community food store.
Specializing in all ethnic foods and beauty supplies Butchering, meats, chicken, fish, goat with skin on, so many seafood.
Shop at gifted fingers today for African, Caribbean, Asian, East Indian, groceries, all types of human hair extensions, all types of braids, cosmetic products, Diverse African Caribbean inspired ready made fabrics, african wedding accessories, Italian gold accessories, bags, shoes, bridal makeovers and many more at affordable and reasonable prices for all nationalities,
Walk into the ”one-shop-stop” today and experience great discounts on all grocery, fabric, hair, beauty products and many more.
Location 1:
1006 Nairn avenue Winnipeg Manitoba
Location 2:
Unit 4 – 955 saint Mary’s road, Winnipeg, Manitoba and we’re open 9am to 8pm from Monday to Saturday;
Phone number: 2043060101
”Great customer service experience
Where your satisfaction is guaranteed”!
For more details, visit www.giftedfingers or follow us on Instagram and Facebook at giftedfingersinternational
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Have a nice week!
