Communities in Focus: Spotlight on Gen Z at RRC Polytech

At CBC Manitoba, our job is to tell stories that reflect our province's many people and places. Communities in Focus often travels to different parts of Manitoba - we've been to Winkler and Morden, Poplar River First Nation and Lac du Bonnet this year - and in November, we turned our attention to a different kind of community. What matters to the people who make up Gen Z? We wanted to know!

We spent two weeks at RRC Polytech in November 2024, getting to know the students and staff. 

Now, we're sharing the stories of RRC Polytech.  

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New, state-of-the-art simulation lab revolutionizes medical learning in Manitoba

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Duration 3:09

Take a peek at a new, state-of-the-art medical simulation lab at RRC Polytech that opened Monday. The lab will allow medical students to mirror real-world experiences of working with other health and community care disciplines.

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Information Radio - MB7:02The Federal government's recent decision to cut international student spots in Canada is causing some anxiety

As part of CBC Manitoba's Communities in Focus series, CBC's Jim Agapito talks to international students at RRC Polytech to hear how this affects their future

Information Radio - MB7:22It's the first time health and community care students will find out what it's like to work together in Manitoba before hitting their medical fields. It comes in the form of a simulation centre and is the first of its kind in Manitoba

CBC's Jim Agapito got a sneak peek into a new, state-of-the-art simulation lab that revolutionizes medical learning in Manitoba

Information Radio - MB6:59Ever wonder what it's like to be young and dating in 2024?

We'll share the perspective of a gen z student at RRC Polytech where CBC is hosting Communities in Focus 

Information Radio - MB7:43what's it like for a student from Zimbabwe trying to build a new life here in Manitoba?

we’ll hear from Rebecca Ruvando , an international student at RRC Polytech about her experience as an international student in Manitoba

Information Radio - MB7:36Is Gen-Z having regrets about social media? Do some wish it had never been invented?

Gen Z and Social Media: Love It or Regret It? CBC's Jim Agapito explores the complex feelings of RRC Polytech students towards social media

Information Radio - MB5:06From waitressing to the trades, Breaking Barriers: A Gen Z Woman's Journey into Trades

A chat with Sam Slade, a 29-year-old student in her third year of the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician program at RRC Polytech. We'll hear how she transitioned from waitressing to a career in HVAC, what it’s like being the only female in her class, and how she’s navigating the challenges and triumphs of her new path in the commercial sector

Information Radio - MB7:15Finding Hope: A young woman's Journey Back to Education

We explore the inspiring story of Hevyn-Lee Martens, a 24-year-old who faced numerous challenges, including dropping out of seven schools and battling mental health issues. After leaving behind the hope of a high school diploma to work at South Beach Casino, Hevyn-Lee discovered a new path at Red River Polytech. Hear how this supportive environment has not only reignited her passion for learning but also helped her heal from past traumas. She talks about her journey and the bright future that lies ahead!

Information Radio - MB10:23Gen Z in the Trades: Building the Future

A chat with three aspiring skilled laborers from RRC Polytech—Adam Fast (Carpentry), Justice Terry (Electrician), and Ben Reyes (Automotive Tech). Discover why they chose to pursue trades, their experiences in training, and their visions for the future of skilled labor in our province. Grab your tools and get ready for an insightful discussion on the evolving landscape of skilled trades!

Information Radio - MB7:11Decolonizing Education & Country Tunes: A Chat with Jerry Sereda

We'll sit down with Jerry Sereda, an emerging country star and educator at RRC Polytech. By day, he’s dedicated to decolonizing the curriculum, and by night, he captivates audiences across the province with his music. We’ll explore his dual journey in education and the arts, and discover how he blends these passions on and off the stage

Information Radio - MB3:30A Classroom Like No Other: Discovering RRC Polytech's Architectural Marvel

Join us as we take you on a captivating journey inside a classroom like no other. With its breathtaking brick walls, soaring ceilings, and intricate mosaic arches, this space is adorned with beautiful inlays of bison and features a charming, rustic floor. Tune in to discover the artistry and inspiration that make this classroom truly extraordinary!

Information Radio - MB4:55Live on location; As older generations exit the trades, one student says he saw a way in. We'll meet the student who discovered his path into the trades in the beautiful big Carpentry Lab at Red River Polytech

Jeremiah Valupale is a Winnipeg homeowner in his early thirties. After earning a four-year honours degree, Jeremiah felt a strong pull towards the trades. In this episode, he shares his journey and reveals why he found the Carpentry program to be more intensive than he anticipated, even after five years of experience in the field

Information Radio - MB5:49Trades Talk: Live from Red River Polytech

We explore the resurgence of apprenticeship registrations, which have rebounded to their highest levels since 2014, following a significant decline during the pandemic. This promising trend is highlighted by the latest data from Statistics Canada, as reported by CBC this spring. We'll hear insights from the Dean of the School of Skilled Trades and Technologies at Red River Polytech

Up To Speed7:51RRC Polytech students pursuing a feeling of fulfilment

CBC's Nadia Kidwai heads to Red River College Polytechnic as part of CBC Manitoba's Communities in Focus series. There, she speaks with RRC Polytech students T.J. Onota, Anmol Bhambra, and Odin Hutton about what matters to them as Gen Z students.

CBC Manitoba's Communities in Focus series

This is not CBC Manitoba's first Communities in Focus tour. Over the last year, CBC Manitoba has set up community news bureaus in Poplar River First Nation, the Interlake, Virden and Island Lake. From north to south, our province has so many intriguing stories to share.

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