Red River College Polytechnic (RRC Polytech) announced it will take over 19 of the 20 programs offered by the Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology (MITT), which is closing due to financial difficulties. The closure stems from a significant decline in international student enrollment, with revenue dropping from $23.2 million to $9.5 million. RRC Polytech will begin accepting new students for the transferred programs in the fall of 2024, ensuring that all current MITT students can complete their studies. The only program not transferring is the network and systems administrator course at MITT's Morden location, which will still be available in Winnipeg. RRC Polytech is committed to preserving the necessary training programs to support Manitoba's labor market, as stated by Christine Watson, the academic vice-president. Additionally, RRC Polytech will take over MITT's facilities to create a new campus in south Winnipeg and continue high school vocational programs in collaboration with local school divisions. MITT had 4,663 students enrolled in the 2024-25 academic year, including nearly 2,000 international students.