
The Aveda Institute Winnipeg is a cosmetology school and salon located in Winnipeg, Manitoba. A global leader in beauty and sustainability, the Aveda Institute Winnipeg offers an innovative curriculum and unique wellness experience to train and support the next generation of hairstylists.
CANADA’s only AVEDA INSTITUTE ANNOUNCES $4M EXPANSION
MILESTONES
Over 2000 Hairstylists Trained
23 Employees
95% Job Placement Rate
Licensed hairstylists earn $38.37/hour (on average)*
76% of salon owners are cosmetology program graduates*
1996: Opened as Capelli Academy on Corydon Avenue
2005: Relocated to the Ashdown Warehouse
2012: Partnered with Aveda and rebranded as the Aveda Institute Winnipeg
2019: Purchased by Sinopoli; once again locally owned and operated
2023: Moving to 276 Portage Avenue (the Birks Building)

“This move marks a new chapter in our school’s history. We’ve taken on and overcome a number of challenges over the past few years, working together to come out successful each time. Without our team and support from our community, this wouldn’t be possible.”
KEY CONTACTS
Roberto Sinopoli - CEO
roberto@avedainstitutewinnipeg.ca
(204)995-8181
Previously appeared in The Globe and Mail, Winnipeg Free Press, Salon Magazine and other publications
Naomi Brien - Marketing Manager
naomi@avedainstitutewinnipeg.ca
(204)590-9711