Events

Freedom of the City parade
2026-06-11 09:30 - 10:30 (America/Winnipeg) | Brandon University, 270 18th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada
Brandon University is proud to support the 1st Regiment of the Royal Canadian Horse Artillery from Canadian Forces Base Shilo as part of the Freedom of the City parade taking place in Brandon on Thursday, June 11.
The university will provide staging space on campus for approximately 120 soldiers and four military vehicles before the parade, which will start at 9:30 a.m. and march towards Brandon City Hall, where the Mayor will deliver an address.
Freedom of the City is a longstanding ceremonial tradition that recognizes the relationship between military units and the communities they serve. The event will see members of 1 RCHA exercise this historic honour through a military parade in Brandon.
As a community partner, Brandon University is pleased to assist with the event and values its longstanding relationship with CFB Shilo and the Canadian Armed Forces. The university is honoured to play a role in supporting an event that highlights the strong connections between military personnel and the broader Westman community.
Members of the Brandon University community are encouraged to attend and spectate the parade. The invitation extends particularly to current-serving part-time military members, veterans and other military-affiliated faculty, staff and students, while all students and members of the public are welcome to attend and show their support.
To accommodate the staging area, Brandon University’s Lot 10 will be closed at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, June 10, and for all day on June 11.

Celebrating impact of BU Co-op
2026-06-16 17:00 - 20:00 | Sutherland Gallery of Art, 2021 Victoria Avenue, Brandon, MB, Canada
With youth unemployment and the transition from education to meaningful work dominating national conversations, Brandon University’s Co-operative Education (Co-op) Program is preparing to share a different story.
On Tuesday, June 16, Brandon University Co-op will host a special community announcement event celebrating student employment outcomes, employer partnerships, alumni engagement, and the growing role of experiential learning in strengthening Manitoba’s workforce.
The event will bring together students, employers, alumni, faculty, university leadership, community partners, and government representatives to celebrate the momentum and growth of the program.
In addition to celebrating current outcomes, the event will also look ahead to the future of work-integrated learning at Brandon University and the growing role that collaborative partnerships play in supporting both student success and regional economic development.
The event will take place at the Glen P. Sutherland Gallery of Art at Brandon University. Doors open at 5:00 p.m., with the formal program beginning at 6:00 p.m. Light refreshments will be provided.
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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.

Canada Day 2026 — University closed
2026-07-01 | Brandon University, 270 18th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada
O Canada!
Brandon University will be closed on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. No offices are open and no classes are scheduled. The Healthy Living Centre is closed as well.
Brandon University will reopen on Thursday, July 2. Enjoy the holiday!

World Cup viewing party and Community Sport weekend
2026-07-18 12:00 - 18:00, 2026-07-19 12:00 - 16:30 | Healthy Living Centre, 2010 Louise Avenue, Brandon, MB, R7B 0L4, Canada
The finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup are here — and Brandon University is proud to host a Community Sports Weekend put on by the Brandon Local Immigration Partnership (BLIP) at the BU Healthy Living Centre
Join BLIP for plenty of activities, refreshments, and viewing of the World Cup third-place playoff and the World Cup Finals. You’re encouraged to wear your favourite jersey and participate in the games.
Activities and games will take place outdoors, with World Cup viewing shown on the big screen inside the main gym. There will be a free BBQ on Saturday and free cotton candy and popcorn on Sunday.
For a full schedule of events, please see BrandonLIP.ca/community-sports-weekend

Emancipation Day — Youth Fireside Chat
2026-08-01 10:00 - 12:00 | WIS Multicultural Centre, 403 13th Street, Brandon, Manitoba, Canada
The Black Manitobans Chamber of Commerce invites the Brandon University community and the broader public to attend a special Emancipation Day Celebration honouring Dr. Gervan Fearon, on Saturday, August 1, 2026. Dr. Fearon served as BU President from 2014–17 and was the first Black president of a Canadian university.
The celebration will include a free Youth Fireside Chat from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the WIS Multicultural Centre, 403 13th Street, Brandon. This interactive conversation will give youth, students, emerging leaders, and young professionals an opportunity to engage directly with Dr. Fearon, ask questions, and learn from his leadership journey.
The celebration will also include a free Legacy Award Gala that evening at the Clarion Hotel in Brandon, recognizing Dr. Fearon’s historic leadership and contributions to Brandon University, the City of Brandon, Manitoba, and Canadian higher education. Doors open at 5 p.m.
Admission is free for both events. RSVP is required at www.bmbcc.ca/event. For more information, please contact 204-899-9143 or info@bmbcc.ca.

Emancipation Day — Legacy Award Gala
2026-08-01 17:00 - 21:00 | Clarion Hotel & Suites Brandon, 3130 Victoria Avenue, Brandon, MB, R7B 3Y3, Canada
