Our Nonprofit Learning Centre
We offer low-cost, quality learning opportunities for your community organization so you can deliver even more effective programs.
Our Nonprofit Learning Centre
We offer low-cost, quality learning opportunities for your community organization so you can deliver even more effective programs.
Building up the strength of Winnipeg’s nonprofit sector
Get inspired and gain knowledge at a United Way Winnipeg Learning Centre class!
We offer high-quality, low-cost learning opportunities for you to advance your skills, meet sector standards, and learn from experts in nonprofit organizations and charities.
Our Learning Centre is located on the first floor of our offices at 580 Main Street.
If cost is a barrier to participation, please email Tamara Ingrilli.
Upcoming Learning Opportunities
Grant Writing Fundamentals (Virtual)
Tuesday, March 13, 2025
9 a.m. to Noon
Virtual over Zoom
A partnership with Rochelle Greaves of Story Point Consulting, this workshop will cover the fundamentals of grant and proposal writing, reviewing the most common questions presented in grant applications, and what types of information should be included in each section. It will also share best practices for finding granters.
For more information or to register, click here.
Engaging Your Resilience Through Change - NEW! (Virtual)
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
9 to 11 a.m.
Virtual over Zoom
Are life’s challenges testing your limits? Learn to harness your inner strength and navigate change with confidence.
A partnership with Natalie Bell of Natalie Bell Consulting, this workshop will equip you with practical tools to manage stress and overcome obstacles, cultivate a positive mindset and embrace growth, develop actionable strategies for personal and professional success.
For more information or to register, click here.
Understanding and Applying Quantitative Research - NEW! (Virtual)
Tuesday, March 26, 2025
9 a.m. to Noon
Virtual over Zoom
In today’s fast-paced and results-oriented world, it is essential for nonprofit and charitable organizations to effectively measure their impact, track progress, and optimize program delivery.
In partnership with the Canadian Evaluation Society, Manitoba Chapter, participants will learn the definition and use of quantitative research methods, the roles this approach can play in evaluation, and how to identify the correct application of quantitative research methods for projects.
For more information or to register, click here.
Empowering Your Board for Fundraising Success - NEW! (Virtual)
Thursday, April 22, 2025
9 a.m. to Noon
Virtual over Zoom
A partnership with Rochelle Greaves of Story Point Consulting, this workshop is designed to equip board members with the knowledge and skills needed to actively participate in their organization’s fundraising efforts. Participants will learn how to build a culture of philanthropy, and implement simple fundraising strategies to help contribute to their team’s success.
For more information or to register, click here.
Understanding and Applying Mixed Methodologies and Designs - NEW! (Virtual)
Friday, April 25, 2025
9 a.m. to Noon
Virtual over Zoom
In partnership with the Canadian Evaluation Society, Manitoba Chapter, participants will learn the uses of both quantitative and qualitative approaches, the role this dual approach plays in evaluation design, and when and how these two approaches can be most helpful to gathering useful information towards identifying impact.
For more information or to register, click here.
Surveys and Questionnaires - NEW! (Virtual)
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
9 a.m. to Noon
Virtual over Zoom
In partnership with the Canadian Evaluation Society, Manitoba Chapter, this interactive workshop will dive into surveys and questionnaires, how to develop strong questions, and how this can inform your work. Participants will gain a basic understanding of both surveys and questionnaires, how to develop strong survey and questionnaire questions, and how to analyze results to help best inform on the work being done.
For more information or to register, click here.
From Hiring to Termination: Employment Law Basics- NEW! (Virtual)
Thursday, May 29, 2025
9 to 11 a.m.
Virtual over Zoom
Navigating the complex world of employment law can be challenging for nonprofit organizations, especially when balancing legal compliance with your mission-driven values. A partnership with Tracey Epp, partner with the law firm of Pitblado in Winnipeg, this comprehensive three-part seminar series is designed to provide nonprofit leaders, HR professionals, and staff with the essential knowledge and practical tools they need to successfully manage employment-related issues in the nonprofit sector.
For more information or to register, click here.
Data Visualization- NEW! (Virtual)
Thursday, June 12, 2025
9 a.m. to Noon
Virtual over Zoom
Data visualization allows us to tell compelling stories with data – to show patterns and trends that we might not notice otherwise.
In partnership with the Canadian Evaluation Society, Manitoba Chapter, the goal of this workshop is to provide attendees with information, skills, and techniques to glean insights from their data and to communicate them in simplified ways. There will be a mix of lessons, hands-on activities, and time for discussion.
For more information or to register, click here.
Human Rights and the Duty to Accommodate - NEW! (Virtual)
Friday, June 13, 2025
9 to 11 a.m.
Virtual over Zoom
This is the second in a three-part series of workshops on employment law fundamentals and will cover the basics of human rights law and the duty to accommodate, including a review of the Code, what is the duty to accommodate and undue hardship, and the consequences of breaching the Code.
A partnership with Tracey Epp, partner with the law firm of Pitblado in Winnipeg, this session is ideal for employers including supervisors, managers and senior leaders.
For more information or to register, click here.
Respectful Workplace - NEW! (Virtual)
Thursday, June 19, 2025
9 to 11 a.m.
Virtual over Zoom
This is the third in a three-part series of workshops on employment law fundamentals and will cover the harassment provisions from The Workplace Safety and Health Act including the requirement to have a respectful workplace policy, mandatory policy provisions, responsibilities of the WPSH representative or committee, complaint process and investigations, and investigation reports and follow up.
A partnership with Tracey Epp, partner with the law firm of Pitblado in Winnipeg, this session is ideal for employers including supervisors, managers and senior leaders.
For more information or to register, click here.
WORKSHOP CANCELLATION POLICY
United Way Winnipeg reserves the right to cancel any workshop at any time. United Way Winnipeg will inform registrants via email of workshop cancellations at least 48 hours ahead of the workshop date. Participants registered for a workshop or session cancelled by United Way Winnipeg will receive a full refund.
REFUND POLICY
To request a full refund, registrants must cancel up to one week (five business days) before the workshop date (or start date for a multi-day workshop). No refunds will be issued to registrants who cancel within one week of the workshop date (or start date for a multi-day workshop). Registrants who do not show up for a workshop will be responsible for the full workshop ticket price.