News
November 21, 2013Language Buddies Volunteer Program - Red River Valley Echo
September 26, 2013
New Language Buddies Program - Winkler Morden Voice
September 26, 2013
"I Love to Skate" a Big Success - Winkler Morden Voice
September 4, 2013
Minister Alexander and Minister Bergen Visit Regional Connections
Thanks so much to MP Chris Alexander, Minister of Citizenship and Immigration, and MP Candice Bergen, Minister of State (Social Development) for the site visit at Regional Connections in Winkler. It was a pleasure to share our enthusiasm for making immigration work for both immigrants and our local communities!
August 16, 2013
Citizenship Class, Resume Writing Workshop
A new Resume Writing Workshop and a Citizenship Class will be starting in September. Check our Events page for full information.August 16, 2013
New Volunteer Coordinator!
Elaine is our new Volunteer Coordinator here at Regional Connections! She's passionate about building bridges as we welcome newcomers to our community. To find out about how you can get involved in some exciting volunteer opportunities this fall, call Elaine at 204-325-4059.July 31, 2013
English Class Registration
English class registration information for September 2013 is now on our Events page.Download the PVLEA English and Literacy class schedule here.
Dowload the English at Work Skills class schedule here.
For more information about English classes, contact info@regionalconnections.ca or call 204-325-4059.
May 29, 2013
Ladies' Group, Newcomers' Potluck Picnic, Resume Workshop
We have a few spring events happening in May and June. Be sure to check out our Events page for more information about Ladies' Group, the Newcomers' Potluck Picnic, and the next Resume Workshop!April 4, 2013
"Welcome to the Pembina Valley" - Winkler Times
April 4, 2013
English at Work Feature - Winkler Times
March 26, 2013
English at Work Update - Pembina Valley Online
February 26, 2013
Coffee Evenings & Citizenship Classes
International Coffee Evenings and a new Citizenship Class are both starting soon. Please visit our events page for more information.January 30, 2013
Slavianksi Bazaar - Pembina Valley Online
January 10, 2013
English at Work Profiled by the Winkler Morden Voice
December 27, 2012
Slavianski Bazaar, January 26 - Winkler Times
December 11, 2012
Citizenship Classes - January-March 2013
November 14, 2012
New English Classes - January, 2013
September 20, 2012
Citzienship Classes in October and November!
Have you applied to become a Canadian citizen? We can help you study for your citizenship test!Classes will be held every Wednesday from 6:30-9:00 pm at Regional Connections, 725 Main St., Winkler.
Class dates are Oct. 17, 24, 31, Nov. 7, 14, 21, 28.
To register, please call Julie at 204-325-4059 or email julien@regionalconnections.ca.
August 17, 2012
2012/13 English Class Schedules - PVLEA & English at Work
New class schedules are now available for 2012-13 PVLEA and English at Work classes!Registration for English classes is on Sept. 4th+5th, 2012. Click here for more information.
August 17, 2012
English at Work Feature - The Winkler Times
Our local English at Work program was recently featured in the Winkler Times. See the full article here.
August 7, 2012
SCORE Project Ready to Help Older Workers
The SCORE project is ready to help workers between the ages of 50-64 increase their employability. See the full Pembina Valley Online article here.
April 17, 2012
Business as Usual for South Central Immigrant Services
This spring the Canadian government announced it will be administering Manitoba settlement and EAL services as of April 1, 2013. Previously, settlement and EAL services have been administered by the provincial government.See the full Pembina Valley Online article here.
February 27, 2012
Eastern Mosaic Cultural Festival a Big Success
Hundreds of people came to Parkland School in Winkler on Saturday, February 25th to celebrate the home cultures of newcomers to the Pembina Valley from Asia. There was delicious food, cultural dances, demonstrations, and display booths.See the full Pembina Valley Online article here.
January 28, 2012
Latin American Fiesta Celebrates Diversity
A good crowd showed up at the Winkler MB church on January 28 to celebrate some of the Latin American cultures represented by newcomers in our area. There were displays, presentations, food, music, and dances.See the Winkler Times article here.
December 6, 2011
A Multicultural Christmas at the Library
SCIS celebrated a multicultural Christmas at the library with a visit from a special guest!See the full Pembina Valley Online article here.
October 15, 2011
Immigration to Our Region Remains Steady
Immigration to the Pembina Valley was up through the first 8 months of 2011, as newcomers to the area now represent 98 source countries.See the full Pembina Valley Online article here.
September 25, 2011
Regional Connections Wins Best Float at 2011 Harvest Festival
Regional Connections won the best float award for the 2011 Winkler Harvest Festival parade. Congratulations to all involved and thanks for your hard work!See the full Winkler Times article here.
March 26, 2011
Newcomers Tell Their Stories
Newcomers gathered together at Regional Connections to share stories of their home countries and the long journeys immigrating to Canada.See the full Pembina Valley Online articles here and here.
September 16, 2010
Grand Opening of Regional Connections on Main St., Winkler
Regional Connections was proud to open our second Winkler location at 725 Main St.See the full Pembina Valley Online article here.
September 12, 2008
Regional Connections Opens New Main Office in Winkler
Regional Connections opened new offices and classrooms at 295 Perry St., Winkler. The new building houses South Central Immigrant Services (SCIS), Pembina Valley Language Education for Adults (PVLEA), and English at Work.See the full Winkler Times article here.
