We offer a range of learning and networking opportunities to help develop the provincial evaluation capacity. Please see below for upcoming events in Manitoba.
If you have other ideas for PD opportunities, or are interested in facilitating a session, please contact our Chair of Professional Development at PD_CESMB@evaluationcanada.ca
Storytelling in Evaluation – Virtual Workshop
Attend a two-hour webinar on using stories to foster learning, renewal, and transformation in evaluation practices.
In a turbulent world, our methods must help us understand the realities of those touched by our evaluations, as well as our own realities and origin stories. This webinar introduces story as a powerful approach for fostering learning, renewal, and transformation. As Hodges (2014) reminds us, “if we want to transform society, we must learn to tell – and listen to – a new set of stories about the world we want to create.”
Dates: March 24, 2026
Time: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM CST
Location: Virtual (link will be sent to registered participants)Learning Objectives
- Participants will learn about the importance and use of story as a method in evaluation, particularly in the context of Indigenous approaches in evaluation.
- Participants will reflect on what makes a good story.
- Participants will be introduced to ways to collect stories and the considerations involved.
- Participants will learn about ethics involved in the use of storytelling in evaluation.
Registration Details
- CES Members $10; Non-members $20
- REGISTER HERE
2026 Summer Institute in Program Evaluation
The Summer Institute brings together university students and community-based practitioners for a 5-day immersive course exploring participatory evaluation, Western and Indigenous approaches, and real-world applications. Learning takes place through lectures, case studies, and hands-on group work. Please see the attached poster for additional details.
Dates: June 8–12, 2026
Time: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM CST
Location: University of Manitoba, Fort Garry CampusWho Should Attend?
- Individuals responsible for program delivery, monitoring, or evaluation—particularly at the community level
- Graduate and undergraduate students interested in strengthening their community-based evaluation skills
- Those seeking networking opportunities with professionals working in health, social services, well-being, and evaluation
- People interested in making programs better reflect the needs of their communities
Registration Details
- Non-student registration fee: $800 (Subsidies may be available upon request)
- REGISTER HERE
We also encourage community-based practitioners to submit a case study if you have a program you would like to evaluate.
If you have any questions or are interested in submitting a case study, please contact Javier Mignone at javier.mignone@umanitoba.ca
We hope you’ll join us!
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