Mission Statement

Children's Programs:

1. Develops educated leaders in children/youth physical activity
2. Provides excellent and inclusive recreation/sport and educational experiences to young people
3. Promotes the Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management and the University of Manitoba as destinations for post secondary education
4. Contributes to the creation and dissemination of physical activity knowledge.

Vison

To be recognized locally and nationally as a leader in providing evidence-based programs while actively collaborating in the creation and dissemination of physical activity knowledge. Children's Programs develops excellent, innovative leaders and provides stimulating, quality programs for children /youth that reflect the values of inclusiveness, fair play and healthy development.

    

Helping Kids Excel

Children from low-income families are enjoying Mini University thanks in part to a fund established in memory of the late Edward James (Ted) Barkwell, whose lifelong passion for sports lives on. The Ted Barkwell Memorial Fund allows underprivileged kids to meet new friends at summer and ice camps and learn new skills in a university setting. To contribute to the fund, contact the Department of Development at (204) 474-9195, or email development@umanitoba.ca. To make a donation online, visit www.umanitoba.ca/admin/dev_adv.

Mini University Grateful to its Donors

Mini University thanks its many donors, including Robert Alan Kennedy who, in 2004, made a $75,000 pledge to the program. His generosity has helped less advantaged kids participate in this world-class children’s day program. Kennedy has supported numerous U of M initiatives, and his desire to make quality programs accessible to all children has been outstanding.

Thank You

This program made possible through funding from the Government of Canada, the Province of Manitoba, Winnipeg School Division and Manitoba Hydro.

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