As you visit the store or on your commute to work, you may have noticed a notable change as many of Manitoba’s public health restrictions came to an end on March 15, 2022. This follows the initial removal of the proof of vaccination requirements on March 1. Public health ordersContinue Reading
Nearly two-thirds of Canadians aged 13+ go to the theatre to see at least one movie a year. For some seeing a movie is just a fun past-time. For others, it’s a shared experience, witnessing the marvels of cinematography, storytelling, and music. The Winnipeg Real to Reel (WR2R) Film FestivalContinue Reading
Diaspora is a term used to describe populations of people whose origin lies in a separate geographic locale. A mass exodus of people from their indigenous origins. Diaspora tells everyone who leaves their homeland through war, famine, geological disaster, or a search for new opportunities. A new podcast by theContinue Reading
A first-of-its-kind festival took place in rural Manitoba. IRAL Winter Fest, a celebration of the heat of the islands and the cold of the Canadian winter, invited Manitobans for music, camaraderie, and delicious Caribbean food. The festival is a creation of Neville Hamilton, founder of the International Reggae Afro LatinContinue Reading
With the continued aggression of Putin’s war against the Ukrainian people, citizens are fighting back on all fronts. FILM.UA Group, the largest AV production company in Ukraine, has released its 26 episode series “Spadok” to media companies worldwide. “Ukraine has received unprecedented support from the world, and we would likeContinue Reading
This weekend, the largest winter and French culture festival in western Canada celebrates Indigenous, Métis, and Voyageur culture. From February 18-27, enjoy curated digital content and outdoor events. The outdoor aspect of Festival du Voyageur has been dearly missed, says Chantal Vielfaure, Director of Marketing, Communications and Sales, and FestivalContinue Reading
On February 15, Manitoba will be reducing public health restrictions, a provincewide shift to Yellow (Caution) level under pandemic response system. According to a statement released by the Manitoba government, with critical COVID-19 indicators stabilizing or improving, Manitoba is moving forward with a plan to reduce public health restrictions further.Continue Reading
In anticipation of her new album coming this April, singer-songwriter Onna Lou has released Sonriámosle a la Pena and, most recently, Serpentinas. These singles are just a taste of what people can expect in the upcoming project. Born in Argentina’s capital, Buenos Aires, Lou has always felt the magical allureContinue Reading
We’ve heard that a man is a man, and a woman is a woman, period. However, through scientific discoveries over the past decades, greater understanding and empathy, we’ve learned that gender is more than one’s chromosomes. Numerous studies conducted over the years have asked whether there is a difference betweenContinue Reading
Last Thursday, Winnipeg was host to a special guest with the Swedish Ambassador to Canada, Urban Ahlin. Ambassador Ahlin assumed his new role at the Embassy of Sweden in Ottawa in Feb 2019. On his first visit to Winnipeg as ambassador, he joined his nordic counterparts for various meetings withContinue Reading
With tensions between Russia and Ukraine high, members of the Ukrainian Canadian community express their thoughts on this ever-evolving situation. Update – Mar 02, 2022 Russia claims its forces have captured Kherson, in Ukraine’s south. Local authorities deny Kherson has fallen, but say Russian troops have encircled the city. DeathsContinue Reading
Canada’s winters can be unpredictable. Here in Manitoba, one day, we can have lovely warm sun. The next, it can be blistering cold. Even those who have lived here their whole lives can get caught off-guard. One joke often used is that everyone forgets how to drive on the year’sContinue Reading
There’s been a bit of a road bump for one of Winnipeg’s North-End Community organizations as they look for a new facility. Luckily, there are opportunities to rent while they search, a testament to the unity found within the community. Founded in 1999 by a group of women who cameContinue Reading
The end of the year is a busy time. From October to January, there are many observed festivities. Diwali, Dio De Los Muertos, Hanukkah, Christmas, Ōmisoka, and Kwanzaa. Established in the 1960s, Kwanzaa found its way to Canada in the 1990s. Thanks to the Canadian Kwanzaa Association, 2019 was theContinue Reading
Volunteering has many beneficial purposes, helping develop your skills, enhance your resume, build connections and help support your community. There are plenty of opportunities for students through school, youth groups, student initiatives, or community ventures. When you’re retired, your history in the community and having more availability can make itContinue Reading
Islam is a faith followed by approximately a quarter of the world’s population and comprises many diverse cultures and ethnicities. The Islamic community also has a deep connection to Manitoba, with the Mosque run by the Manitoba Islamic Association (MIA), the oldest and largest in Manitoba. Since moving to CanadaContinue Reading
In ancient Greece, it was believed the Muses, Greek deities of song, dance, and memory, would give creativity, wisdom and insight to artists and thinkers. In the modern-day, the generations of great thinkers and creators may never come to be if they are not provided with the proper resources, teaching,Continue Reading
The holiday season can be stressful, exasperated more if you have financial struggles. Since the pandemic’s start, more are facing economic challenges. Every year, the Christmas Cheer Board of Winnipeg provides 17 thousand food hampers to those in need in Winnipeg. For those living paycheck to paycheck, you may beContinue Reading
Tucked between the cities of Morden and Winkler of rural Manitoba is a museum that preserves a particular aspect of Manitoba’s agricultural history. The Pembina Threshermen’s Museum houses memorabilia, machinery, and buildings of Manitoba’s early pioneers. It was located on a farmer’s field from 1963-1968 when it opened at itsContinue Reading
Tarbut means culture in Hebrew, and for the past decade, Rady JCC has been holding the Tarbut, a celebration of Jewish culture in Winnipeg. For over a decade, this event has been well known within the Jewish community of Winnipeg. The hope is to grow the festival outward. “We reallyContinue Reading
