The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Ininew, Anisininew, Dakota and Dene peoples, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. More
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada, R3T 2N2
Act as a liaison between the retirees and the university.
Promote an environment of engagement and learning by continuing the associations that members enjoyed as employees.
Defend the interests of retirees in the pension and benefit plans of the university.
Support the goals and vision of the UM community through student awards.
Organize recreational, educational, and other events of benefit to members.
Facilitate interaction with other retirees and organizations as a means for sharing information on issues of interest to retirees.
Our newsletters are published twice a year in the spring and fall. They include articles about various UMRA activities and events, what our former colleagues are doing, what’s happening on campus, and more.
The 53rd President's Reception held on Saturday, October 5, 2024 featured keynote speaker, Dr. Kristin Reynolds, University of Manitoba, Psychology, Arts. Dr. Reynold's presentation, The Science of Connections and the Art of Connecting in Retirement can be viewed here.
For more information and pictures of the event go to the President's reception page.
Members stay connected through various social events, activities and programs offered throughout the year.
Through our donations and membership, UMRA supports student learning and research initiatives through the University of Retirees Association Bursary and the University of Retirees Scholarship Award. It also provides the second place prize in a UM thesis competition.
Mark O'Riley, Vice President and Janet Sealey, President of UMRA presenting Sara Crooks with her 2nd place trophy in the 3MT competition held on March 30, 2024.
The University of Manitoba Retirees Association (UMRA) gained its official recognition by the University of Manitoba May 14, 2003. UMRA is a founding member of the College and University Retiree Associations of Canada (CURAC).
Join us for community events, shared newsletters, and discover new and renewed friendships.
The UMRA Executive Committee is responsible for overseeing the administrative and business affairs of the association.
University of Manitoba Retiree Association
c/o Learning & Organizational Development
309 Administration Building
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Canada
