Domestic and gender-based violence (DBV/GBV) remains pervasive and constant for many communities. Women’s shelters are often the first point of safety and support, yet the demand for these spaces exceeds available resources. Shelters across Canada and here in Winnipeg frequently report operating at or above capacity. Women’s shelters are lifelines.Continue Reading
An alarming trend is growing across the country, with social services working overtime to meet the demands of families and individuals in need. Winnipeg’s United Way is no exception. Action is needed with a steadily increasing waitlist of individuals seeking winter supplies and other services. With the bizarre November weather,Continue Reading
A massive step in the visibility and celebration of the Two-Spirt community was made in Winnipeg, MB, this week with the unveiling of the first Two-Spirit Pride flag, a Two-Spirit documentary, and a Two-Spirit curriculum for educators, students, and community groups to explore the commonly used pan-Indigenous concept that reflectsContinue Reading
Community advocates say essential safety resources, including first aid and CPR training, are often out of reach for many of Winnipeg’s newcomer communities. Although such courses are widely available, many immigrants don’t participate due to financial, linguistic, and cultural barriers. Without affordable, community-based training, families may remain unprepared for emergenciesContinue Reading
A lone bench sits in Winnipeg’s Whitter Park, surrounded by several growing saplings. The bench is inscribed with the words, “I think of you, and the world is beautiful.” This Forest of Hope is the third in a growing initiative by the Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention (CASP) aimed atContinue Reading
Manitoba is becoming more connected with a $38 million investment, bringing high-speed Internet access to rural and Indigenous communities. Reliable connectivity can transform communities by providing easier access to vital online resources, bridging the digital divide, accelerating economic development, and enhancing community safety for the 14 rural communities gaining accessContinue Reading
Climate change has affected weather patterns in Manitoba, causing uncertainty about how industries plan. Artificial Intelligence could be the solution to solving these puzzles. Winnipeg-based Weather Logics sees the potential in employing AI to improve forecasting precision. “What AI is able to do is figure out how the weather isContinue Reading
Cancer is the leading cause of job-related deaths for firefighters in Canada. The Canadian government has introduced a National Framework on Cancers Linked to Firefighting to address the elevated cancer risks firefighters face. This framework will be supported by an investment of $12.29 million over five years and $12.29 millionContinue Reading
Engaging students in the classroom is both challenging and vital to the learning experience. Two educators within the Winnipeg school system are “gamifying” their classrooms, utilizing components of the tabletop role-playing game Dungeons and Dragons as a tool to explore subjects in a way students are excited to engage with.Continue Reading
Blood and other blood-related donations are always in demand. As the population in Canada grows, engaging with previous and new donors continues to be a priority for the Canadian Blood Services (CBS). Over November alone, Winnipeg will require 1,500 appointments to fill, and of those, the hope is to attractContinue Reading
Over the past few years, there’s been an unsettling increase in hate-related crimes reported to police. More recently, Canadian Muslims have expressed growing concerns about anti-Muslim, anti-Palestinian, and anti-Arab crimes and backlash. Special Representative on Combatting Islamophobia with the Government of Canada, Amira Elghawaby, says the past several months ofContinue Reading
As the Christmas Cheer Board of Winnipeg prepares to open its doors on November 05, the charitable organization, supporting individuals and families for over a century, is already anticipating a high volume of hamper requests. In the 2023 Christmas season, a record number of hampers were requested, which caused substantialContinue Reading
Here is your weekly news round up from U Multicultural. New Study to Look into Relocating Winnipeg’s Rail Lines Lloyd Axworthy has been selected as the study lead to determine the feasibility of relocating Winnipeg’s rail lines. In the 2024 Provincial budget, a $200,000 investment was included for this initiative.Continue Reading
Wanting to become more eco-conscious doesn’t have to be radical, and trying to become so doesn’t have to be a radical change. In a partnership between the City of Winnipeg and Compost Winnipeg, locals can now bring organic and food waste to 15 locations across the city for composting. TheContinue Reading
Community is the cornerstone of any celebration. In that spirit of collaboration, Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre (Ma Mawi), the Turtle Island Neighbourhood Centre, and the City of Winnipeg are holding “Halloweek.” Throughout the last week of October, Halloween-themed activities are being held for Winnipeg’s North End as aContinue Reading
Many Winnipegers have begun the yearly transition as we trade our shorts and t-shirts for the jackets, hats, and mitts shoved deep within our dusty closets. Although we hope it won’t come, winter always arrives in Manitoba sooner than later, and as we prepare ourselves for the fridged nights, we,Continue Reading
Details could be disturbing for some readers. Residents of the Point Douglas area in Winnipeg are heartbroken after several cats were found dead in the community. According to a city spokesman, Animal services received five reports of dismembered cats. According to a resident of the area, some of the catsContinue Reading
Roughly translating to “Strong Heart,” Zoongizi Ode Inc. fights to keep families together and empower youth and Manitoba from all walks of life impacted by systems which cause harm. The Winnipeg-based organization, formerly Fearless R2W, Zoongizi Ode, through advocacy, education, and support, helps individuals navigate these complex systems, such asContinue Reading
Water has shaped the history of the lands we now know as Canada. From the joining of rivers as a gathering place for the First Nations of Canada for thousands of years to transportation highways for goods and travel when settlers arrived, water has always been integral. This is whyContinue Reading
Local brand The Awakened Cast raised over $1,000 for the Winnipeg-based Rainbow Resource Centre. Creator of The Awakened Cast, Remy, has found comfort in video games for much of their life, particularly the stories and adventures from the Legend of Zelda series. Inspired by the American-based fundraiser Zeldathon, Remy decidedContinue Reading
