UM Todaysanta claus parade – UM Today https://umtoday-wordpress.ad.umanitoba.ca Your Source for University of Manitoba News Tue, 27 Jan 2026 15:13:58 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 UM shines bright at the Manitoba Hydro Santa Claus Parade  https://umtoday-wordpress.ad.umanitoba.ca/um-shines-bright-at-the-manitoba-hydro-santa-claus-parade/ https://umtoday-wordpress.ad.umanitoba.ca/um-shines-bright-at-the-manitoba-hydro-santa-claus-parade/#respond Wed, 11 Dec 2024 18:16:01 +0000 https://news.umanitoba.ca/?p=208656 The University of Manitoba illuminated downtown Winnipeg with Bison pride during the Manitoba Hydro Santa Claus Parade on Saturday, November 16.]]> The University of Manitoba illuminated downtown Winnipeg with Bison pride during the Manitoba Hydro Santa Claus Parade on Saturday, November 16. Thousands gathered to witness the festive spectacle as UM brought holiday cheer to the streets. 

Parade highlights: 

  • 25,000 parade attendees 
  • 16,000 lights on the UM Bison shuttle bus 
  • 5,000 UM cookies given out 
  • 25 enthusiastic UM volunteers 
  • 8 talented UM band members 
  • 1 Billy the Bison 
  • Bison pride: beyond measure 

Thank you to all who participated and made the evening unforgettable. Your spirit and dedication showcase the true essence of our UM community. Happy holidays! 

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