Events
Discover what’s happening at the University College of the North. From academic conferences and cultural celebrations to community gatherings and student showcases, UCN events bring people together to learn, connect, and celebrate across our northern campuses.
Events
Discover what’s happening at the University College of the North. From academic conferences and cultural celebrations to community gatherings and student showcases, UCN events bring people together to learn, connect, and celebrate across our northern campuses.
Upcoming Events
Trappers’ Pancake Breakfast
Includes pancakes, sausage, coffee, tea, or orange juice for $5. In The Pas Cafeteria
Dr. Roberta Bondar In-Person Presentation & Exhibit Grand Opening
The University College of the North, in partnership with The Pas Guest List, will display former astronaut, Dr. Roberta Bondar’s travelling exhibit, “Patterns & Parallels: The Great Imperative to Survive”. This photography collection is an exploration of the beauty and resilience of migratory birds and the fragile ecosystems they depend on. Through her lens, Dr. Bondar connects the patterns of bird migration with the broader story of our planet’s interconnected survival.
Location: UCN The Pas Campus
Exhibit will be on campus from November 27 - March 13, 2026.
Save the Date for Thompson Linkages
April 28 & 29, 2026 in Thompson
Join us for Thompson linkages at the Thompson Regional Community Centre. Registration coming soon!
View photos from Linkages The Pas: The Time is Now
View presentations from Linkages The Pas: The Time is Now
Introducing Roots: A Youth Leadership Workshop
The University College of the North (UCN) is proud to announce the launch of Roots, a two-day youth leadership workshop for young people aged 13 to 15 from communities across northern Manitoba, taking place May 22–24, 2026. Roots will bring together youth to explore leadership through the pillars of wellness, culture, and action in a supportive, hands-on learning environment. Roots will focus on developing essential leadership and soft skills, including communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and self-confidence.
For more information, contact events@ucn.ca.
UCN Partners with Manitoba Arts Network, Bringing Art on Campus
UCN is excited to announce its partnership with the Manitoba Arts Network (MAN). The partnership will showcase a series of travelling art exhibitions at the Thompson and The Pas Campuses. As a not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting Manitoba's diverse arts and cultural scene, MAN will collaborate with UCN over the next two years to bring a variety of art installations to UCN campuses.
The public is invited to visit campus and view the exhibitions available throughout 2023 - 2026.
Muses by Martine Bilodeau
Convocation
University College of the North hosted 2025 Convocation Ceremonies in The Pas and Thompson locations: