Epic Opportunities

06/08/2026

A Heartfelt Thank You to for an Amazing Day of Strategy Planning
We greatly appreciate the collaborative efforts and innovative ideas that surfaced during our session. These contributions have established a robust foundation for our future initiatives, aligning with our team’s purpose in meaningful ways.
It’s truly inspiring to see such dedication and creativity from our team, and we are excited to put the discussed strategies into action to advance our goals, remaining committed to the vision of Epic Opportunities.

05/15/2026

Yesterday, we had the opportunity to host our Talk It Up! open house. We welcomed our community to discover what we do and explore ways to engage more deeply in self-advocacy efforts. We are thrilled about the future of this remarkable group of individuals! A heartfelt thank you to for being an Advocacy in Action sponsor and for their support in empowering people with disabilities.

04/27/2026

CALLING ALL SUMMER STUDENTS!! Ready to make a real impact this summer? Epic Opportunities is looking for highly motivated, detail-oriented summer students who are excited to gain hands-on experience! Two positions are available - Community Resource Assistant and Digital Accessibility System Developer! If you’re creative, eager to build skills that matter, and want to be a part of team making an impact in the community, this opportunity is for you. Link in bio!

04/24/2026

On April 22nd it was Administrative Professionals Day! 🎉 We honor the incredible contributions of our amazing administrative professionals who keep everything running like clockwork. Your dedication and resilience are the heartbeat of our success and service to the community. 💪

We’re so grateful for your efforts and recognize the crucial role you play in our achievements. Here’s to supporting each other and striving for excellence together. Thank you for everything you do! 💖

04/24/2026

Yesterday morning at the Forks, we felt truly grateful to unite with our community supporters. It was a moment to pause, connect, and recognize all we have accomplished together. We had the pleasure of sharing a glimpse of the significant impact our partners have had on our team. With Truth and Reconciliation being a key priority for us, we have been privileged to engage deeply with Renée McGurry, learning from her insights. Today, she provided our group the opportunity to open our hearts, understand our history, reflect on our present, and explore how we can move forward together as allies.

We were also delighted to present an award to Assiniboine Credit Union in recognition of their unwavering support for Epic Opportunities over the years. Whether it has been through providing funds to expand capacity and resources, sponsoring events, or investing in our initiatives, they have demonstrated steadfast commitment to Epic and to building an inclusive community.

This is what community means to us, and our mission is to ensure everyone in the community feels valued. We hope our guests left feeling inspired to learn more and forged meaningful connections with one another. A heartfelt thank you to the incredible team at the and Renée McGurry for collaborating with us on this wonderful event!

04/21/2026

Meet Samuel Oginni! As we celebrate Administrative Professionals Day this week, we wanted to spotlight Sam, the Accounting and Finance Manager for Epic Opportunities! Sam has been a positive and effective presence from day one. His calm and pleasant demeanor, coupled with his diligence and competence, has made him a highly valued member of the administrative team, and he is a great "values" match for the organization as a whole.

Here is Sam’s reflection on working for Epic Opportunities!

“Being the Accounting and Finance Manager at Epic Opportunities means a lot. Strong financial management is what keeps everything running effectively behind the scenes. If the numbers aren’t right, it impacts budgeting, decision-making, and ultimately the programs and services the community relies on. It’s more than just working with numbers, I’m supporting an organization that has a real impact on people’s lives. It keeps things interesting and gives me the chance to add real value. If you’re someone who wants to make a real difference and be part of something meaningful, then this is a great sector to be in.”

Thank you Sam for your dedication!

04/02/2026

Celebrate PB and Jelly Day & Home Share!
Did you know that today is PB and Jelly Day?
Finding the perfect roommates is much like crafting the ultimate PB&J sandwich—especially with our Home Share program!
Home Share fosters vibrant community living where you could be a Supportive Roommate. By becoming a Supportive Roommate and welcoming others into your home, you promote the idea that assisting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities can lead to fulfilling and adventurous lives.
Whether you live solo, as part of a couple, or within a bustling family, if you reside in the Winnipeg area and have a big heart, you might be an ideal candidate to be a Supportive Roommate!
So, what are you waiting for? Discover more today—because great roommates go together just like PB and jelly sandwiches. Happy PB and Jelly Day!

03/16/2026

Let’s choose words that uplift and empower, fostering understanding and respect. Language can shape perceptions and influence attitudes, so when we choose our words thoughtfully, we can make a big difference. Using disability-related terms as insults is outdated, and it’s disheartening to see them making a comeback. Please share this video with your children, friends, and family, because it truly matters.

At Epic Opportunities, one of our core values is Respect—Every individual has a voice, deserves to be heard, and should be treated with dignity. By promoting inclusivity in our daily conversations and using respectful language, we can help build a community where everyone feels valued and accepted.

Using disability-related words as insults is a thing of the past. Update your language to build a more equitable world for everyone. ...

02/25/2026

🩷February 25 is Pink Shirt Day🩷

The movement started in 2007 when two high school students stood up for a younger student who was bullied for wearing a pink shirt to school. They encouraged others to wear pink to show support. That small act of solidarity grew into a national movement to stand up to bullying and promote kindness and inclusion.

To celebrate the day, Talk It Up!, a self-advocate committee here at Epic Opportunities, welcomed Amanda Johnson and Kelsey Sobiak, who are both Talk It Up! committee members and members of the Abilities Manitoba Speaker’s Bureau, to present about bullying. They explained what bullying is, the different ways it can happen, and how it can affect people. They also talked about the bystander effect and what to do if you see or experience bullying. Through personal stories and discussion, they reminded us that “It’s everybody’s responsibility to end bullying, and we all have a part to play in protecting other people and standing up for what’s right”. The session also highlighted that people with disabilities are often more affected by bullying and why it is so important to build spaces where everyone feels respected, included, and supported.

Thank you to Kelsey and Amanda for sharing this important message and helping Epic Opportunities recognize Pink Shirt Day!

02/13/2026