Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology (MITT) is a public college in Winnipeg that trains students for trades, IT, business and health careers. Its programmes are short and practical, often with industry placements. Living costs in Winnipeg are among the lowest of Canada's big cities.
Winnipeg, Canada
Official website: mitt.ca
Public post-secondary institute in Manitoba
Winnipeg
Trades, technology, business and health
CA$14,000 – CA$18,000
International students, diploma and certificate programmes
CA$12,000 – CA$15,000
Rent, food and local transport
Approximate figures for 2026-27, please verify. Fees change every year and vary by course, so check the latest amount on mitt.ca before you apply.
Business Administration Diploma
DiplomaDuration
24 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
Software Developer Diploma
DiplomaDuration
12 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
Supply Chain Management Diploma
DiplomaDuration
12 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
Health Care Aide Certificate
DiplomaDuration
6 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
Short, practical programmes with placements.
Trades training for Manitoba employers.
Low living costs in Winnipeg.
Graduates join Winnipeg's trades, tech, logistics and health employers.
Eligible graduates can apply for a post-graduation work permit; check field-of-study rules.
Manitoba's nominee programme has a streamlined path for local graduates.
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
MITT has campuses in Winnipeg with workshops, labs and classrooms.
Winnipeg is a friendly prairie city with cold winters, a strong arts scene and low rent.
Letter of acceptance from MITT
Manitoba provincial attestation letter
Proof of funds for tuition and living
Online IRCC study permit application
Medical exam, if requested
Valid passport and biometrics
MITT accepts applications on a rolling basis. Apply six months ahead.
Most programmes start in September and January.
You'll need a study permit. MITT sends a letter of acceptance, and most students also need a provincial attestation letter. The permit application goes online to IRCC with proof of funds and biometrics.
Business administration, software development, supply chain and health care aide are popular. Entry needs high school completion and IELTS 6.0.
MITT offers some awards. Check the institute's website.
