Going to School
Starting school is an important step in a young child's life. Parents and caregivers of students starting school often want further information – check out the links below:
Starting School
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Going to school in Manitoba
Outlines everything you need to know about sending your children to school in Manitoba. -
School calendar
Find out when first day of classes are as well as Christmas and Spring break. -
Schools in Manitoba Search
Contact information for Manitoba schools, school divisions and districts, including maps, calendar dates and school board contacts. -
Healthy Schools
The Healthy Schools initiative promotes the health and wellness of students, their families, school staff, and school communities.
School Projects
Here are some useful links to help you get started on your school projects:
Government
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Learn more about how government works
Concise and detailed description of all aspects of the functioning of the Manitoba Legislature. -
Learn about Manitoba emblems and symbols:
- Coat of Arms
- Fish emblem - The Walleye
- Floral emblem - Prairie Crocus
- Fossil emblem - The mosasaur known as Tylosaurus pembinensis
- Grass emblem - Big Bluestem
- Manitoba Tartan
- Manitoba's Flag
- Provincial bird - Great Gray Owl
- Provincial Mammal - Bison
- Provincial soil - Orthic Black Chernozem
- Provincial tree - White Spruce
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How Canadians Govern Themselves
Do you have questions about Canada’s system of government? Read How Canadians Govern Themselves online, or see themes from this book supported by interactive games, videos pictures and animations.
History
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Rearview Manitoba
Go back into history and learn about some intriguing Manitobans. - Brief history of Manitoba
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Origin of the name Manitoba
Find out how Manitoba got its name.
Population
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Statistics
Want to find out how Manitoba's population has changed, what it looks like today and how it will grow? -
Manitoba's communities
Find detailed census information on communities throughout Manitoba.
Resources
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Manitoba Rocks
Find out more about rocks and minerals in Manitoba. - Learn about Manitoba’s wildlife
Money Management
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Make it Count
Provides activities and tips to help youth with money management.
Talk with your kids about...
Bullying
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Bullying prevention programs
Find information on successful bullying intervention methods at both the community and school level. - Bullying and Physical Violence in Schools
Safety
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Safe and Caring Schools
Resources for schools, families and communities to enhance school safety. -
Protect your noggin
Get out and bike. Wear a helmet every time.