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Western Regional Conference

Register now for October’s Western Regional Conference in Winnipeg and receive early bird pricing!

Hosted at the Union Centre in the city that brought you the 1919 general strike, this year’s conference will include sessions on: Joining the House of Labour, Sectoral Bargaining, Navigating Relations with a Provincial “Labour Government”, and more!

Seating for the President’s Dinner is limited to 50, so don’t miss out. 
 
Early bird pricing of $350.00 per person will be in effect until August 7, 2026. After August 7, the registration fee will increase to $425 per person.  Once you register, the fee can be paid by cheque. Complete the registration formnow.
 
In addition to engaging conference presentations, there are many opportunities to enjoy special events in Winnipeg:

  • A reception and tour of the Winnipeg Art Gallery on October 22
  • The President’s Dinner on October 23 will be at the Boreal Bistro at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, where UM President Michael Benarroch will talk about Academic Freedom. ONLY 50 SEATS AVAILABLE!
  • A 1919 General Strike Bus Tour in the afternoon of October 24.

You are encouraged to book your hotel soon! We have secured additional rooms at:

  • The Viscount Gort Hotel - 1670 Portage Ave.
    • Note: This is approximately 5.6km from Union Centre
    • Accessible via the Winnipeg Transit Blue bus route. Plan your bus trip here.) 
    • Phone: 204-775-0451, or toll-free 1-800-665-1122
    • Use booking code “UMFA”
       
  • Canad Inns Destination Centre Club Regent Casino Hotel - 1415 Regent Ave. W.

We look forward to seeing you this fall!
 
- The Western Regional Committee 2026 Planning Committee

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