Happy International Women’s Month to NAMI Women
On the 8th of March, the world once again recognized the importance of women everywhere, and to the women of NAMI, we saw you and the amazing work you did. The theme for this year’s celebration, Give to Gain, highlighted the importance of taking meaningful steps toward advancing gender equality. It reminded us of the invaluable work that the women in our lives performed—for us and for our community.
One way we showed support for the women in the Nigerian community in Manitoba was by attending the She Grows Manitoba event. This event was held on Saturday, the 14th of March, at 460 Munroe Ave., Winnipeg. It started at 1 PM and ended at 6 PM. A portion of the ticket fees was donated to support the Women’s Congress in Manitoba.
Nigerian Celebrated for Impact at CancerCare Manitoba
Mr Sunday is a member of the Environmental Services at CancerCare Manitoba, an organisation he has worked at for more than 20 years. Sunday has been described as being a hard worker who, upon arriving in Canada in 1988, worked 3 jobs at the same time. Regardless of the burden of having 3 jobs, he has remained a beacon of light at his work. Where his joy is so powerful that a simple “Good morning” from him can shift the tone of a day.”
Sunday is an example of what it means to thrive despite the odds of immigration, multiple jobs, including in an industry that caters to people suffering from debilitating illnesses like cancer and other disabilities.
Congratulations to Sunday for this recognition, and we are proud to have such great representations of our great community.
Annual Motherhood Conference
Keeping to the theme of Women’s Month, the Annual Motherhood conference will be held on the 21st of March at the RBC Convention Centre, 375 York Ave. The theme for this year is flourish, educating our mothers on the path to take to flourishingm including wellness, discover, healing and the importance of community.
Register for the event using this link
NAMI Mentorship Program
NAMI is happy to announce that our Mentorship Program is launching soon. This is an initiative that is aimed at connecting students to professionals in the fields in which they hope to build a career. This will offer great help to students while ensuring that professionals not only contribute to our community but also offer them the opportunity to pass on any wisdom that they have accrued in their careers.
We will have more details on this initiative in April.
ICAN 11th Canada District Conference – Winnipeg 2026!
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) Canada District will host its 11th Annual Conference in Winnipeg from July 14th–19th, 2026. This landmark event will bring together accounting professionals and thought leaders from across the globe under the compelling theme: “Evolving Stewardship: Accountants as Trusted Partners.”
Participants will gather at the Radisson Hotel Downtown Winnipeg for a week of insightful sessions, collaboration, and professional advancement further strengthening the vital role accountants will continue to play in shaping organizational trust and excellence.
Tax Season is Upon Us
NAMI is happy to announce that our Mentorship Program is launching soon. This is an initiative that is aimed at connecting students to professionals in the fields in which they hope to build a career. This will offer great help to students while ensuring that professionals not only contribute to our community but also offer them the opportunity to pass on any wisdom that they have accrued in their careers. We will have more details on this initiative in April.
Happy Filing!
Protect Your Homes and Future
The United Nigerians Brandon Association (UNBA) is hosting a webinar aimed at teaching Nigerians in Manitoba how to navigate legal issues with their homes. The webinar will cover how to speak to the police about such cases, the laws that guide relationships in Canada-for couples and Canada, as well as how to handle any current legal issues you are currently facing. They will also provide resources where you can get free help from the government and other local services.
Webinar Details
Saturday, March 21, 2026 | 🕔 5:00 PM | 📍 Virtual
Due to the sensitive nature of the topics, participants are encouraged to join anonymously and can leave their mics and cameras turned off.
Want to Have a Career in Real Estate?
The job market continues to be tough and raises issues for people who are looking to build a career. This is particularly true for young people and immigrants. This is why this seminar, which is hosted by the Nigerian Professionals in Manitoba, is a great opportunity for anyone who is considering a career in Real Estate.
The session will be held on Thursday, the 26th of March, from 6 PM to 8 PM. The seminar will take place at Dakota Community Centre (Room 1), 1188 Dakota Street, Winnipeg.
Attend prepared to learn about the career and investment opportunities that lie in Real Estate.
You can register for the session with this link
NAMI Scholarship
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!
Toddler Tuesdays At the Leaf
Winter can be a long and dreary affair, especially for children, this is why the Toodler Tuesdays at the Leaf is a great activity for you and your toddler. As we all know a happy toddler makes for happy caregivers. This is a completely free activity that your child can engage in. While activities are for kids ages 2-4, they are required to have adult supervision.
Toddler Tuesday happens between the hours of 9:30 AM-10 AM and operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Here is a link with more information on this program.
Upcoming Summer Events
As the winter months wind down to an end, we can start to prepare for other events that are on the horizon. On the 16th of May from 10 AM -6 PM, Manitoba’s black businesses will be at the Winnipeg Naija Tradefair. This is the perfect time to grab some essentials from back home, and just seem in the aura of being back in a market in Nigeria.
Upcoming Summer Events
On Saturday, the 4th of July, Naija Market Day will be held, from food to fashion to music, all that makes a Nigerian marketplace as vibrant as it is, will be present. To become a vendor, you can place a call to +1 (431) 374-5605.
Celebrate Anambra Heritage in Manitoba!
The Anambra State Association Manitoba Inc. proudly presents its maiden Anambra Day Festival & Gala Night a vibrant, two‑day celebration dedicated to honouring the rich cultural heritage, unity, and excellence of the Anambra people in Manitoba and beyond
Upcoming Summer Events
July will be closed out with the Yoruba Festival on the 25th. Keep an eye out for more information on this event.
PAY YOUR DUES
Members are encouraged to pay their 2025 annual dues promptly.
- Family $70
- Single $40
- Student and seniors $20
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