Their insights into LAN and WAN design, managed SD-WAN, campus safety, and modern communication systems provided valuable guidance to help educational organizations build resilient, future-ready infrastructure.
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The last #ThrowbackThursday of our 30th year??
Time to reminisce over our 30th Anniversary Open House which we hosted in June 2025.
Thank you to everyone who helped celebrate this milestone!
#MERLIN30 #MERLIN_MB
The last #ThrowbackThursday of our 30th year??
Time to reminisce over our 30th Anniversary Open House which we hosted in June 2025.
Thank you to everyone who helped celebrate this milestone!
#MERLIN30 #MERLIN_MB
The last #ThrowbackThursday of our 30th year??
Time to reminisce over our 30th Anniversary Open House which we hosted in June 2025.
Thank you to everyone who helped celebrate this milestone!
#MERLIN30 #MERLIN_MB
The last #ThrowbackThursday of our 30th year??
Time to reminisce over our 30th Anniversary Open House which we hosted in June 2025.
Thank you to everyone who helped celebrate this milestone!
#MERLIN30 #MERLIN_MB
3 full weeks in and I'm on track to reach 400km by the end of the week!
We have 9 teams across multiple departments participating in our step challenge; stay tuned for an update in April on how we all did
#MERLIN_MB
Did you know MERLIN offers training? Here's a look from our most recent event, MS Accessibility & Learning Tools, on March 20th
Our sessions can be customized for you!
Interested in bringing a session to your team? Learn more at www.merlin.mb.ca/training
#WhoWeAreWednesday #MERLIN_MB #MERLIN30
MERLIN’s Partner Programs bundle essential IT services and software into one streamlined package, delivering cost savings, simplified administration, and consistent support to MB’s K–12 and post-secondary communities
Learn more at: www.merlin.mb.ca/partner-prog...
#TechTuesday #MERLIN_MB #MERLIN30
I spent my Friday discussing accessibility within the #MicrosoftEDU suite.
We explored core accessibility features, Learning Tools, live captioning, accessibility checkers, and so much more!
Thank you to everyone who spent their Friday with me!
📸Photo Credit: Jenny Borgfjord
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Every year tells a story.
Since 1995–1996, MERLIN has documented its work, milestones, and partnerships through our Annual Reports; capturing how technology, connectivity, and collaboration have supported learning across Manitoba
#ThrowbackThursday #MERLIN_MB #MERLIN30
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Our 30th year of MERLIN.
It is not just technology... The heart the MERLIN is the people.
Thanks for being part of the journey; here’s to our 30th year memories of collaboration, connection, and care.
#WhoWeAreWednesday #MERLIN_MB #MERLIN30
Through provincial licensing and purchasing, MERLIN helps educational organizations across Manitoba access trusted software and services; efficiently, transparently, and equitably.
Learn more at: www.merlin.mb.ca/provincial-l...
#TechTuesday #MERLIN_MB #MERLIN30
🚨Get Your Spot Now 🚨
We have two training events with registration deadlines coming up!
🤖Ethics & Accessibility Considerations of AI
👩💻Tech Integration Models
We need 10 registrations in order for these to proceed. Email info@merlin.mb.ca for full details
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Transcripts from the MB Legislative Assembly document the establishment of the MERLIN within the Department of Education and Training; with a forward-looking mandate to use the emerging “information highway” to expand access to education across the province
#ThrowbackThursday #MERLIN_MB #MERLIN30
As we celebrate 30 years of MERLIN, we’re taking a quick trip back to 1995; when MERLIN was first created.
From THEN to NOW, a few things may have changed but the heart of MERLIN hasn’t: a team dedicated to supporting learning and technology across MB
#WhoWeAreWednesday #MERLIN_MB #MERLIN30
MERLIN’s consulting and security services help organizations navigate complexity, from cybersecurity readiness to strategic decision-making, with expert guidance that is grounded in education, trust & real-world experience
Learn more at: www.merlin.mb.ca/services/
#TechTuesday #MERLIN_MB #MERLIN30
🚨Registration Reminder 🚨
Architecting Cost Effective, Secure and High Performing Networks: LAN, WAN & Campus Systems
Join MERLIN, Bell & Fortinet for a practical, forward-thinking session focused on building secure, high-performing school networks
Contact us today to reserve your spot
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In 2006 MERLIN launched its first Partner Program: a new way to bundle essential IT services & software for Manitoba's ed community
Nearly 20 years later, it continues to deliver:
✔️ Cost savings
✔️ Simplified administration
✔️ Consistent, trusted support
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Please share and follow as we work towards reaching this goal before April 1!
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🎉 March is our celebration month and yes... we’re huge fans!
Thanks for following along, sharing our posts, and helping us grow.
Stick with us this month as we look back, celebrate, and count down to our April 1 “new year.”
#WhoWeAreWednesday #MERLIN_MB #MERLIN30
For 30 years, MERLIN has supported Manitoba’s education community with high-speed internet services and trusted hosting: ensuring systems stay accessible, resilient, and ready when they’re needed most.
Learn more at: www.merlin.mb.ca/services/
#TechTuesday #MERLIN_MB #MERLIN30
📅 New Month, New Focus!
As we come to a close on our 30th year, we're taking a moment to look back. March is all about celebrating milestones, sharing insights, and spotlighting what we've learned together.
🔗 Don’t miss a post—connect with us everywhere we are!
#MERLIN_MB #MERLIN30
Make sure to check this out!
We're proud to be a part of this team supporting tech access in Manitoba
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🌐MERLIN Bandwidth Wrapped: Olympics Edition 🏅
While the world tuned in to the Olympics, MB’s education network was working behind the scenes
It wasn't just #TeamCanada who reached milestones; our connectivity network reached a 30-year bandwidth usage high!
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As we head toward the end of our fiscal year & get ready to celebrate our birthday we’re inviting our community to help us reach a small but meaningful goal
500 followers across our social channels
Thanks for being part of the community; we’re glad you’re here
#MERLIN_MB #WhoWeAreWednesday
Digital literacy doesn’t end with a specific "themed month"
✔️ Thinking critically about information
✔️ Communicating thoughtfully across digital platforms
✔️ Creating and sharing content responsibly
These skills support all of us; in classrooms, workplaces & everyday life
#MERLIN_MB #TechTuesday
We hit another NEW bandwidth max today as we celebrated the Canadian men's national ice hockey team in their win against Finland.
Any guesses as to what our peak number was today?
Go Canada! 💙
#MERLIN_MB #TeamCanada #MilanoCortina2026
🚨LAST DAY to Register🚨
Microsoft Accessibility & Learning Tools is shaping up to be one of our most in-demand PD events of the year.
Get your spot before it is too late!
Email info@merlin.mb.ca for full details
#MERLIN_MB
Today, the MERLIN connectivity network reached a 30-year bandwidth usage high of 71.25 Gbps as Manitobans tuned in to watch the Canada women’s national ice hockey team battle for gold. To put this in perspective, a regular day of operations is usually around 35 Gbps.
Go Canada! 💙
#MERLIN_MB
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Supporting literacy in the digital age means setting students up with the skills that shape how they read, write & communicate
This year MB students have used Reading Eggs to read 89,806 books
To learn more or place an order, contact licensing@merlin.mb.ca
#ThirdPartyThursday #MERLIN_MB
