The Crusader Raffle is our annual student fundraiser in support of School Programs and the Grad Fund.
One parent will have received an email from Rafflebox, our online raffle platform, with a custom link to buy tickets to support your son’s Crusader Raffle. Students are asked to sell a minimum of $200 in tickets. Tickets are on sale from today, October 8, until 2:00 p.m. on November 19, 2026.
Cash prizes will be drawn on Thursday, November 19, 2026:
Students also have many chances to win! Each week students can win prizes including gift cards to the Cru Shoppe and Cafeteria, Winnipeg Jets tickets, plus special dress code incentives once they reach their $200 quota. The top three sellers will also win a gift card to a retailer of their choice:
Thank you in advance for your support of the 2026 Crusader Cash Raffle.
Haven’t received the Rafflebox email? You can also visit https://rafflebox.ca/raffle/stpaulshs2026/ and select your son’s grade and name under “In Support Of” to purchase tickets.
For more information, contact the Advancement Office at (204) 831-2344 or jsemchyshyn@stpauls.mb.ca.
Centennial Gala: Sponsorships & Tickets
The countdown is on to the St. Paul’s High School Centennial Gala, taking place Thursday, November 12, 2026 as we celebrate 100 years of St. Paul’s.
Last chance for sponsorships! A limited number of sponsorship opportunities remain for this once-in-a-century celebration. If your family or business would like to support the Centennial Gala and be part of this historic evening, now is the time to get involved.
And for those ready to join us for the celebration, individual tickets are now on sale. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this historic celebration!
Centennial Gala - St Paul's High School for sponsorships, ticket information, and Centennial Gala updates.
St. Paul's is closed on Monday, October 12. Regular classes resume on Tuesday, October 13 (School Day C).
We wish all students, parents and families a Happy Thanksgiving and offer the following reflection.
Thanksgiving Is
Thanksgiving is
a time of gratitude to God, our Creator and Provider,
whose guidance and care go before us...
and whose love is with us forever.
Thanksgiving is
a time to reflect on the changes,
to remember that we, too, grow and change
from one season of life to another.
Thanksgiving is
a time of changing seasons, when leaves turn golden
in Autumn's wake and apples are crisp
in the first chill breezes of fall.
Let us remember the true meaning of Thanksgiving.
As we see the beauty of Autumn,
let us acknowledge the many blessings which are ours...
let us think of our families and friends..
and let us give thanks in our hearts.
- Author Unknown
Source
Photo retakes will take place on Tuesday, October 13.
Students who missed the original date in September are expected to have their photo taken.
Students should use the form sent on Teams if planning on having photo retakes. See Mr. Hurton if you have any quesions.
Students having their photos taken are expected to be in Full Dress Code on that day. Photos will be held in Murray Hall.
Schedule IV is in effect.
Grade 9 parents are invited to attend an evening where they will learn more about what it means for their sons to receive a Jesuit Education for the next 4 years. This evening will be held on Thursday evening, October 15th, from 7:00-8:30pm. Please use this link to register.
Students must enter the school through the Multiplex or Student Link entrances. The front entrance is reserved for staff, parents/guardians, and visitors only.
Students who enter through the front entrance will receive a JUG. Parents are also asked not to drop students off at the front of the school and have them walk to the Student Link entrance. Please use the designated student drop-off areas and entrances.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Students interested in enrolling in a Winter 2026 Driver Z course should review the below registration information from Manitoba Public Insurance. Winter course registration begins in October, with course information available through the Driver Z Course Finder. Eligibility requirements and important registration dates are outlined in the attached document.
Save the Date! Join us! - Parent Guild Meeting
Wednesday, November 4th, 2026
7:00 pm - Aulneau Room
A Huge Slice of Thanks!
Thank you to all of the volunteers who helped at the President's Pizza Lunch. Your friendly smiles, generosity of time, and willingness to lend a hand were greatly appreciated and helped support this wonderful tradition.
Grade 12 Bake Sale Donations – Thursday, October 15/26
Calling all Grade 12 families! Mark your calendars for the Grade 12 Bake Sale. Storebought or homemade baking donations can be sent to school the morning of Thursday, October 15. Baked goods can be dropped off at the front office.
Grade 9- 12 Families - Please send monies with your son on Thursday, October 15/26 to help support the Bake Sale! Your son can purchase one item for $0.50 or three for $1.00. All money raised goes towards the Christmas Hamper Fund.
Volunteer Opportunities:
CRU Shoppe Volunteering
Interested in volunteering in the CRU Shoppe? Erin Bodnarchuk is the CRU Shoppe manager and is keen on meeting new volunteers and connecting with our seasoned CRU Shoppe volunteers. CRU Shoppe volunteers work in the CRU Shoppe over the lunch hour. Your job includes selling merchandise, candy and of course, (and the best part) interacting with the young men in the school!
On behalf of the Parent Guild, wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving and a relaxing long weekend!
The Nearly New Shop is collecting gently used clothing items; including suits, blazers, dress pants, dress shirts, school uniform polos and school sweatshirts.
Items donated must be clean and labeled Nearly New Shop and dropped off at the SPHS office. All items collected will be sold at the upcoming sales. All proceeds from the Nearly New Sale are directed towards the Christmas Hamper Fund!
If you have extra reusable cloth bags, those will also be accepted for upcoming sales.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Nelia Borges-Bahl, Nearly New Shoppe Volunteer Coordinator at Neliaborges66@gmail.com.
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities:
Career Day
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
Morning and/or afternoon volunteer opportunity
To sign up, please click HERE
CRU Shoppe
Volunteers are required over lunch hour.
To sign up, please click HERE
On Behalf of the Parent’s Guild we want to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving!
For more information about the Parents’ Guild, please visit their page HERE
National Universities Fair
Representatives from all of the Canadian universities will be in town for the National Universities Fair on November 3 and 4th. This is a great opportunity to compare programs all in one evening.
Balmoral Hall: November 3, 6:00-8:00 PM
SJR: November 4, 6:00-8:30 PM
Visit from Ivey at Western
The Ivey Business school will visit St. Paul’s on Thursday, Oct. 22nd at lunchtime to speak with any interested students. Students should be aware that Ivey Business is not a direct entry program and requires two years of completed undergraduate courses to apply.
Red River College Polytechnic
Program Area Tours are available for students in any grade.
Monthly instructor-led tours are available in:
View all tour options and register: RRC Polytech Campus Tours
Scholarship Featured this Week
Queen's University Chancellor's Scholarship is due to Ms Kolton by 9 a.m. on November 17th to be considered for school sponsorship and a reminder from last week that the Wolf Scholar Awards applications are due for school nomination on Oct. 26th.
Reminder
UM’s Fall Open House will be held on Tuesday, October 27.
Forum for Young Canadians in Ottawa
The Forum for Young Canadians National Summit is a youth conference in Ottawa open to students aged 15-18. It is an opportunity to see how national political decisions are made. Activities include: meeting senators and members of parliament, real-world simulations, skill-building workshops, and social activities. There are three sessions: Feb.7-12, Feb. 28-March 5, April 18-23. Applications are open until Oct. 25th.
Repeating Courses/On-Line Courses/ Summer School to Increase Academic Average:
We encourage St. Paul's students to take all of their classes at the school. Online and summer school options may not adequately cover the curriculum with the same rigour as in-school options, thus leaving the student less prepared to continue in that subject area either at St. Paul's or at university.
If a student hopes to increase his admission average by repeating a course at SPHS, taking a class on InformNet, or taking a class in summer school, be aware that it may not be admissible at some universities. Students should check carefully the admission rules. See below for a few examples where repeating courses or taking them outside of school would be problematic:
University of Toronto
University of Waterloo
