Nature and greenspaces are integral to the health and development of a community, especially in urban centres. Ample flora can maintain a city’s equilibrium, improve the mental health of its residents, stabilize biodiversity, and combat the effects of climate change. Taking a step not only toward the future of sustainableContinue Reading
https://youtu.be/i6hYyMNrzio The approximately 6,000 residents who utilize the Winnipeg Transit Plus system can expect things to get a little bit easier next time they book a ride. Winnipeg Transit Plus is revolutionizing its service by introducing new self-service trip booking and fare payment options. Manager of Client Services, Theresa Platt,Continue Reading
People leave much behind when they begin a new life. They leave behind friends, family, homes, jobs, and sometimes ourselves. Two Peruvian women created the Inka Warriors Dance Group to celebrate and engage with other Peruvians while teaching and engaging other communities of Winnipeg about their history, language, and traditions.Continue Reading
Pride Month is underway. The month is dedicated to the education and normalization of diverse gender identities, sexual orientations, and relationships. It was only in 2004 that Manitoba became the fifth province in Canada to legalize same-sex marriage. Progress has always been hard fought for, with 250 individuals ready toContinue Reading
Victoria’s Centennial Square was filled with the sounds of laughter and music, the scents of fresh B.C. air and tantalizing foods, and the feeling of electric excitement. With escalating tensions around the world, Folktoria, Victoria’s annual folk festival, is a reminder of fulfillment that comes from community, the celebration ofContinue Reading
Calgary and Winnipeg continue to be the epicentres of Asian-led and Asian-produced production nationally and internationally. Celebrating May 2-5 in Calgary and May 24-26 in Winnipeg, the FascinAsian Film Festival embraces the stories of the Asian experience, encouraging future representation of the people who consume media in an industry whichContinue Reading
Connections are vital to the human experience. Whether connecting personally or for business, communicating effectively and understanding someone’s perspective can be the difference between success and failure. Through her time as a business consultant, the host of a radio morning show, and hosting events, Keisha Paul has figured out howContinue Reading
It takes 21 days to develop a habit, and when looking at resolutions, only about nine per cent of people follow through with them. It may seem like things are stacked against us when trying to achieve our dreams and goals. There may not be enough time in the dayContinue Reading
For many in Winnipeg, there is anxiety and fear, with stories of violence and crime often feeling like the norm. There isn’t much to feel optimistic about with crumbling streets, failing businesses, and reduced funding for community initiatives and projects. However, Winnipeggers aren’t taking this lying down with grassroots movementsContinue Reading
You never know what you have until it’s gone. It’s necessary to be present in moments of loss, and once we’ve had time to process and heal, there’s a lot we can learn from these experiences. During the pandemic, Vancouver-based singer-songwriter Norine Braun’s mother passed away. From that experience andContinue Reading
After each long winter, Manitobans eagerly await the warm embrace of the summer. However, there’s a long stretch of muddy streets, dirty buildings, and trash-filled roads before summer’s embrace arrives. Litter and graffiti not only bring down an area’s visual appeal but also affect our psychology. Exposure to littered environmentsContinue Reading
Since the 1990s, business investors, skilled workers and international students had a pathway toward permanent residency through the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). The program is undergoing significant changes as the province looks to address outmigration by prioritizing applicants who already have family in Manitoba. Labour and Immigration Minister MalayaContinue Reading
When you picture someone from the Arabic community, what do you see? A new documentary directed by Nisreen Baker and produced by the National Film Board of Canada challenges preconceptions of what it means to be Arabic. This explorative film, Arab Women Say What?!, follows the lives of eight Arab women whoContinue Reading
https://youtu.be/Jz2UIOOJKJQ Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was in Winnipeg this past Thursday. He has been touring the country, revealing housing investments ahead of the budget, which will be released on Tuesday, April 16, 2024. Part of the announcement included setting aside an additional $15 billion for the Apartment Construction Loan Program.Continue Reading
In 2021, approximately 20 percent of Manitoba’s population were immigrants. Just last year, Manitoba welcomed 40,593 newcomers to the province. Each person who arrives brings stories and experiences which are incredibly beneficial. However, sometimes their voices aren’t always heard. That’s where the Ethnocultural Council of Manitoba (ECCM) comes in, aContinue Reading
Through the lights, tinsel, and wrapping paper this Christmas season, many Manitobans see how prevalent food insecurity has become. Many food services are being stretched to the brink. Whether it’s due to soaring food costs at the grocery store, housing, or the general cost of living, one answer is clear:Continue Reading
Asian Women of Winnipeg, a non-profit organization which supports and celebrates Asian women within the Manitoban city, is encouraging individuals to engage in difficult conversations – conversations around loss and grief. Sharran Tappia, AWOW’s acting president and one of the organization’s founders, is no stranger to the pains of loss,Continue Reading
Debate is fascinating—the formal discussion on a particular topic in which opposing arguments are put forward. Skills go beyond just debate and have applications you can utilize throughout life. But why is debate so alluring? Debate has intrigued Christy and Tharindu, members of the University of Manitoba Debate Club (UMContinue Reading
From 2021-2022, over 21 thousand newcomers immigrated to Manitoba. That’s a lot of people and a lot of potential workers. In a Labour Force Survey for Manitoba Bureau of Statistics from March 2023 to April 2023, the Manitoba labour force decreased by 3,100 persons(-0.4%). Canada’s labour force increased by 46,600Continue Reading
Whatever may have led a person to that part of their life, suicide is massively impactful—a tragic end to someone’s story. Nearly half of Canadians will have faced some level of mental health challenges when they turn forty, and of those, younger people are most likely to have a mentalContinue Reading
