Growing financial wellbeing in Manitoba.
SEED Winnipeg provides free financial empowerment programs to Manitobans living on low incomes.
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Recognition Counts Information Session
WHEN Oct. 13, 2026 , 10:00-11:30 AM
WHEREVirtual (Zoom)
Are you a skilled immigrant planning to work in your field of expertise or a related or alternative field in Manitoba? Join SEED Winnipeg for a free information session about our Recognition Counts program!
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Starting a Business in Canada, Part 1
WHEN Oct. 14, 2026 , 6:00-7:30 PM
WHEREOnline (Zoom)
A Guide to Financial Systems in Canada for Newcomers
Presented in partnership with the Winnipeg Public Library.
Join us for a practical and beginner-friendly workshop designed to help newcomers understand how Canada’s financial and business systems work. Whether you are planning to start a business, become self-employed, launch a side hustle, or simply build confidence managing finances in Canada, this session will provide the essential knowledge and tools to get started.
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Recognition Counts Information Session
WHEN Oct. 21, 2026 , 06:00-07:30 PM
WHEREVirtual (Zoom)
Are you a skilled immigrant planning to work in your field of expertise or a related or alternative field in Manitoba? Join SEED Winnipeg for a free information session about our Recognition Counts program!
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Recognition Counts Information Session – In Person
WHEN Oct. 22, 2026 , 05:00-07:00 PM
WHERESeed Winnipeg (80 Salter St.)
Are you a skilled immigrant planning to work in your field of expertise or a related or alternative field in Manitoba? Join SEED Winnipeg for a free information session about our Recognition Counts program!
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Understanding Your Pay
WHEN Oct. 29, 2026 , 6:00-7:00 PM
WHEREOnline (Teams)
A Guide to Reading Your Pay Stub (for Employees)
Whether you’re new to the Canadian workplace or simply want a better understanding of your earnings, this practical webinar will help you make sense of the information on your pay stub.
We’ll explain common terms, how to read your earnings and deductions, what taxes and employer contributions are, and what to look for if something doesn’t seem right. You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of where your money is going and greater confidence in reading your pay stub.
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Trademark and Incorporation
WHEN Nov. 5, 2026 , 6:00-8:00 PM
WHEREOnline (Teams)
Incorporating your business and protecting your brand are two different things — and understanding both is essential for building a strong business foundation.
Join this informative hybrid session with the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) and Corporations Canada (CC) to learn how incorporation creates a separate legal business entity, while trademarks help protect your brand name, logo, and identity in the marketplace.
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Recognition Counts Information Session
WHEN Nov. 5, 2026 , 02:00-03:30 PM
WHEREVirtual (Zoom)
Are you a skilled immigrant planning to work in your field of expertise or a related or alternative field in Manitoba? Join SEED Winnipeg for a free information session about our Recognition Counts program!
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Recognition Counts Information Session
WHEN Nov. 10, 2026 , 06:00-07:30 PM
WHEREVirtual (Zoom)
Are you a skilled immigrant planning to work in your field of expertise or a related or alternative field in Manitoba? Join SEED Winnipeg for a free information session about our Recognition Counts program!
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Starting a Business in Canada, Part 2
WHEN Nov. 18, 2026 , 6:00-7:30 PM
WHEREOnline (Zoom)
A Practical Guide for Newcomer Entrepreneurs.
Presented in partnership with the Winnipeg Public Library.
This workshop provides newcomers with the knowledge, tools, and resources to start and grow a successful business in Canada.
We recommend attending Starting a Business in Canada: Part 1 before attending this webinar.
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Credit Bureau Reports and Credit Scores
WHEN Nov. 19, 2026 , 12:00-1:00 PM
WHEREVirtual (Zoom)
The goal for this session is to provide you with foundational knowledge about how money works in Canada as well as to show you some financial tools and resources that can help you achieve your financial goals
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Recognition Counts Information Session
WHEN Nov. 25, 2026 , 10:00-11:30 AM
WHEREVirtual (Zoom)
Are you a skilled immigrant planning to work in your field of expertise or a related or alternative field in Manitoba? Join SEED Winnipeg for a free information session about our Recognition Counts program!
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Stories
“I would recommend SEED 1,000 times; my history is now one of success.”
Before SEED, Marcela was already selling empanadas and platters inspired by her Colombian roots. But the pandemic, seasonal slowdowns and financial pressures made growth challenging. Through SEED, she revisited her 2022 business plan and received ongoing guidance to strengthen her operations. “Updating everything this time of year was amazing for us,” she shared. “Winter hits […]
Eadha
Eadha, meaning endurance, is a sourdough bakery worker co-operative in Winnipeg’s West End. Eadha operates under a queer, anti-racist, and de-colonial mandate, and strives to provide staff with a living wage and benefits. Originally launched as a sole proprietorship in 2016, Eadha began working with SEED in 2021 to transition into a worker co-operative and officially re-launched as Eadha Bakery Co-op in 2023 with six worker-owners.
“I am very thankful SEED has touched my life. They have paved the path for future generations of my family.”
After explaining the situation to her employment coach, Michelle was referred to SEED. She felt understood and supported by the staff in SEED’s Recognition Counts program.
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