Orientation

Welcome to MITT

Welcome new MITT students

Welcome to the MITT community! Please review the orientation information below as it becomes available.

Questions? Contact us at orientation@mitt.ca.

A few tips

  • Orientation is designed to give you all the information and resources you need to succeed at MITT. Attendance and participation is expected and will be tracked.
  • Ask questions early and often. Student Services and our team of student advisors can help you by phone, email, or Zoom.

Fall 2023 orientation schedule

IMPORTANT: All students are required to attend orientation in person on all the dates listed below specific to your program.

  Program Details
MITT – PACE
  • Network Security Diploma (NSD)
Wednesday, August 16
Henlow Campus (130 Henlow Bay)
RM 207 NSD classroom
11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Fultz Programs
  • Carpentry
  • Electrical Applications
  • Electronics Technician
  • Graphic and Print Technician
Tuesday, September 5
Henlow Campus (130 Henlow Bay) – Deltas
9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wednesday, September 6
Henlow Campus (130 Henlow Bay) – Deltas
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Pembina Programs
  • Health Care Aide and Personal Support Worker
  • Medical Office Assistant
  • Pharmacy Technician
  • Rehabilitation Assistant
Tuesday, September 5
Henlow Campus (130 Henlow Bay) – Deltas
1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Wednesday, September 6
Pembina Campus (1551 Pembina Hwy) – Cafeteria
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
  • Business Administrative Assistant
  • Hospitality Management
  • Hotel and Hospitality Services
Tuesday, September 5
Henlow Campus (130 Henlow Bay) – Deltas
1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Wednesday, September 6
Pembina Campus (1551 Pembina Hwy) – Cafeteria
10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
  • PG Business Management
  • PG Global Supply Chain Management
  • PG International Business
Tuesday, September 5
Pembina Campus (1551 Pembina Hwy) – Cafeteria
1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Wednesday, September 6
Pembina Campus (1551 Pembina Hwy) – Cafeteria
12:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Henlow Programs
  • Automotive Service Technician
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Hairstyling
  • Industrial Mechanic/Millwright
Tuesday, September 5
Henlow Campus (130 Henlow Bay) – Deltas
9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wednesday, September 6
Henlow Campus (130 Henlow Bay) – Deltas
10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
  • Culinary Arts and Design
  • Industrial Welding
Tuesday, September 5
Henlow Campus (130 Henlow Bay) – Deltas
1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Wednesday, September 6
Henlow Campus (130 Henlow Bay) – Deltas
10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
  • CAD Technician
  • Network and Systems Administrator Certificate
  • Network and Systems Administrator Diploma
  • Software Developer
Tuesday, September 5
Henlow Campus (130 Henlow Bay) – Deltas
9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wednesday, September 6
Henlow Campus (130 Henlow Bay) – Deltas
12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
MITT – MTEC
  • Client Services Representative (CSS)
Wednesday, September 6
Online via Zoom
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
*Link to be sent via email
MITT – MTEC
  • Sales and Event Coordinator (SEC)
Monday, October 30
Online via Zoom
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
*Link to be sent via email

High School Students

School Division/Program Details
Students taking classes at MITT from the following school divisions:
  • Pembina Trails School Division
  • Louis Riel School Division
  • Sanford Collegiate


Note:
  • If you are a division scolaire franco-manitobaine (DSFM) student, follow the schedule provided by your counsellor
  • If you are a MITT High School student, you will receive an email about your first day
Thursday, September 7
High school classrooms
12:30 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Workshop series

This is a series of presentations to help you prepare for your first day at MITT.

Sessions range in length from 15 minutes to one hour.

  • Pre-Arrival Webinar
  • Looking for Accommodations: How and Where to Start
  • MITT Accounts
  • Introduction to MyLearning: MITT’s Online Course Management Software
  • Health Insurance
  • Career Readiness: What Can You Do to be Prepared?
  • Student Services: What We Can Do For You
  • Being Ready: Time Management
  • Social Cafe
  • In-Person Campus Tours (Henlow, Fultz, and Pembina campuses)

Updated: August 24, 2023. The schedule is subject to changes.

Recordings will be available for 45 days from the date of the presentation.

Pre-arrival webinar

Tuesday, August 1, 10 a.m.

Duration: 90 minutes

Many of you are getting ready to travel to MITT and start your program. This webinar covers the following topics:

  • Immigration
  • Arriving to Winnipeg
  • Packing
  • Airports
  • Accommodations
  • Other: banking, SIN, bus pass etc.
  • What’s next?
  • Orientation
  • Become familiar with MITT’s systems (student email, MS Teams etc.)
  • Q & A

Recording here

Wednesday, August 9, 9 a.m.

Duration: 1 hour

First time renting in Manitoba? Moving to Winnipeg? Join New Journey Housing in this workshop to learn how to get started, where to find accommodations and your rights as a tenant.

Additional information available in this booklet [PDF].

Recording here

Monday, August 9, 4 p.m.

Duration: 15 minutes

Join us to learn about the different platforms students use at MITT and how to access them.

Tip: Locate your student e-mail username and password prior to this session. (This was provided to you 48 hours after being admitted to MITT.)

Recording here

Thursday, August 10, 11 a.m.

Duration: 20 minutes

MyLearning, also known as Brightspace, is the platform where you can access the online components of your courses, including Work Skills Foundations. This presentation explores how the platform works.

Access MyLearning at mylearning.mitt.ca (Sign in with your student email)
For technical support, email MyLearning@mitt.ca with your full name and MITT student ID.

Recording here

Thursday, August 24, 9 a.m.

Duration: 30 minutes

Applicable to international students only.

Find out what is included in your health insurance coverage and how to use it. Coverage starts as early as August 4.

Insurance administration: mitt.ca/current-students/international-student-health-insurance

Recording here

Wednesday, August 16, 2 p.m.

Duration: 15 minutes

While you are preparing to start your program, there are a few important things you can start working on to strengthen your resume. Career services will share how you can gain experience while in school and the importance of being thoughtful about your work and volunteer experiences.

Recording here

Thursday, August 17, 2 p.m.

Duration: 15 minutes

At MITT, there are many supports available to you and a team who is always cheering you on. Learn about the following services: advising, accessibility, counselling, Indigenous supports, and how to find us.

Recording here

Wednesday, August 23, 4 p.m.

Duration: 15 minutes

A full-time program requires you to be in classes for almost eight hours a day. With work, school, family, hobbies, and friends, how do you make time for it all? Join us to learn how to manage your time.

Recording here

Duration: 60 minutes

Meet your peers, bring questions that you may have, or simply enjoy a cup of coffee or tea as you connect with others.

130 Henlow CampusReport to the Student Lounge

Friday, August 25, 11:30 a.m.

1551 Pembina HighwayReport to the Cafeteria

Friday, August 25, 2:30 p.m.

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Duration: 30 minutes

In-person tours of the Henlow, Fultz, and Pembina campuses will take place during the week of August 28. Take advantage of the opportunity to get familiar with your campus.

130 Henlow CampusReport to the general office

Monday, August 28, 3 p.m.

1551 Pembina CampusReport to the general office

Tuesday, August 29, 3 p.m.

7 Fultz CampusReport to the student entrance

Wednesday, August 30, 3 p.m.

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Contact us today and we will be more than happy to help you with any questions or concerns you have.

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