Events

Careers in Mental Health and Wellness Interest Group: open to all students
2026-02-27 12:30 - 13:30 (America/Winnipeg) | Brandon University, 270 18th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada
This is an event for any BU student interested in careers in mental health. Please come learn about different careers. Bring your questions!

Community Iftaar
2026-03-02 17:00 - 20:00 | Healthy Living Centre, 2010 Louise Avenue, Brandon, MB, R7B 0L4, Canada
Brandon University is proud to host an event organized by the Muslim community of Brandon through the Brandon Islamic Centre.
You are cordially invited to attend a Community Iftarr (breaking the fast of Ramadan) on Monday, March 2, at 5:30 p.m. (doors open at 5 p.m.).
The month of Ramadan requires fasting throughout the day, and Iftaar is the meal taken at the end of the day, following the call to prayer (around sunset). Iftarr is often done as a community, with people gathering to break their fast together.
This Community Iftaar will be held at the BU Healthy Living Centre, in the main gymnasium to accommodate the large gathering. Special guests will include Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew.
You are asked to kindly RSVP so that appropriate amounts of food can be prepared: info@bicmanitoba.ca

Citizen-soldiers in a changing world: A conversation with your Army Reserve Brigade Commander
2026-03-19 18:30 - 20:00 | Gathering Space, John E. Robbins Library, Canada
Colonel Evelyn Kotzer, Commander of 38 Canadian Brigade Group
Canada faces an uncertain future in a rapidly changing world. Great power rivalry is intensifying, while the once-vaunted rules-based international order continues to erode in the face of ruptures. With our security and interests under increasing threat, and growing doubts that some of our traditional allies will always act in our best interests, Canada’s own strength may soon be tested.
Answering this call has, and continues to, fall in no small part to the Army Reserve. These citizen-soldiers put aside civilian careers to serve when the nation calls, from the militias of pre-Confederation to today’s hardening of NATO’s eastern flank.
Join us for a fireside discussion with Colonel Evelyn Kotzer, Commander of 38 Canadian Brigade Group and its part-time citizen soldiers of Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Northwestern Ontario, on how the Army Reserve is preparing to meet these challenges.
Refreshments will be provided.

Confidence Closet - pop-up event
2026-03-25 11:00 - 14:00 | Education Building Room 107, 270 18 St, Brandon, Manitoba, R7A 6A9, Canada
Students! Looking for just the right outfit to nail that job interview but store prices are out of reach? The BU Confidence Closet might be the perfect fit.
A collaboration between the BU Co-op Program and the Faculty of Education Field Experience Office, the BU Confidence Closet is a pop-up shopping experience where the price is right — free. Carefully curated clothing items have been donated to provide you with access to professional attire in a welcoming, low-barrier environment while promoting reuse and responsible consumption. At our last Confidence Closet event, students found hundreds of professional clothing items, each carefully chosen to support upcoming interviews, work terms, field experiences, and professional opportunities.
Beyond immediate access, the Confidence Closet emphasizes sustainability by extending the life of quality clothing and encouraging thoughtful selection. Students are asked to be guided by the principle ‘take what you need and wear what you take,’ reinforcing both confidence and environmental responsibility.
The Confidence Closet reflects Brandon University’s ongoing commitment to student success, sustainability, and collaboration, and demonstrates how small, intentional initiatives can create meaningful impact.

Brandon Chamber of Commerce: Economic Outlook Luncheon
2026-03-26 11:00 - 13:00 | Victoria Inn, 3550 Victoria Ave, Brandon, Manitoba, R7B 2R4, Canada
Join us for the Brandon Chamber of Commerce March Economic Outlook Luncheon featuring Carolyn Rogers, Senior Deputy Governor of the Bank of Canada and BU alumna!

Ms. Rogers will speak on factors affecting Canada’s economic outlook and financial system and will touch on the renewal of Canada’s monetary policy framework, which happens in 2026. Her perspective will be especially valuable for business leaders, policymakers and community stakeholders navigating today’s evolving economic environment.

Born in Winnipeg, Ms. Rogers has strong ties to Manitoba. She is a Chartered Professional Accountant and holds a Bachelor of Arts from Brandon University and a Master of Business Administration from Queen’s University.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from one of Canada’s leading economic voices!

Registration Deadline: March 23 at brandonchamber.ca

Sponsored and hosted by the BU Business Administration Department

*Students* Please note there will be an on-campus event for students with information to be sent to you directly.

Senior Colloquium 2026
2026-04-13 08:00 - 17:30 | Louis Riel Room, Main Floor – McMaster Hall, Brandon, MB, Canada
Join us as our upper-year students present research and projects to colleagues, friends, family members, and the wider BU community.
Check out the full scheduled at BrandonU.ca/Colloquium

Manitoba Horticultural Association Garden Party
2026-04-18 08:30 - 16:00 | Harvest Hall, 270-18th Street, Brandon, MB, R7A 6A9, Canada
Speakers
Shea Doherty, Our Farms Greenhouse
Melanie de Pena, Wildlife Specialist
Nik Friesen-Hughes, Dogwood Nurseries
Sophia Munro, Winnipegg
Kelvin Hildebrand, Miami
Alternative Group, Brandon
Early Bird Registration
(Until April 2)
Member $35; Non-member $45
Regular Registration
(April 3 to 17)
Member $45; Non-member $55
Vegetarian or regular lunch included
Register at https://mbhorticulture.ca/

Busting the Myths on Immigration and Refugees
2026-05-12 19:00 | Knox United Church, 451 18th Street, Brandon, MB, R7A 5A9, Canada
This panel discussion features speakers from Brandon University, Westman Immigrant Services, the City of Brandon, and other community leaders addressing common concerns Canadians express about immigration and refugees.

Convocation 2026
2026-05-28 - 2026-05-29 | Brandon University, 270 18th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada

BUAA Annual General Meeting
2026-06-17 17:15 - 19:00 | Brandon University, 270 18th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada
The BUAA AGM will be held in the Louis Riel Room. This meeting will also be available via Teams.
Please register in advance by emailing alumni@brandonu.ca by Friday, June 11.
If you’re interested in joining the Alumni Association board, please email alumni@brandonu.ca with a brief bio.
