Buying soup can change lives. That’s the mission of a new social enterprise in Winnipeg. The Raw Carrot is helping individuals facing barriers to traditional work by employing people with disabilities or mental health challenges and making gourmet soups. “The concept is that you buy soup, you change lives becauseContinue Reading
https://youtu.be/cmpq1ranlR8 About ten years ago, Emma Durand-Wood, a young mom in Elmwood, was focused on family life when she found herself unexpectedly drawn into community activism. What began as a small effort to prevent a pawn shop from opening in her neighbourhood grew into a decade-long mission to strengthen connectionsContinue Reading
https://youtu.be/SRBS58mcKkM In Winnipeg, a city celebrated for its multicultural identity, new initiatives often take root to help newcomers and the wider community connect. One such initiative, born from a deep understanding of the immigrant experience, is ALMA (Academy of Latino Manitoban Arts) Salvadoreña. Founded by Roxana Aguilar and Lissette Marroquín,Continue Reading
https://youtu.be/ZqhzSgi-Y5A Winnipeg has long been known as the “Friendly Manitoba” capital, a city shaped by waves of immigration, where cultures meet, exchange, and grow together. One of the most vibrant examples of this spirit today is the Naija Market Day, founded by Abiodun Omoteke Adetu, a media leader, cultural ambassador,Continue Reading
https://youtu.be/3rqBc4c-xnw In Winnipeg, community is more than a word; it’s a survival strategy, a cultural anchor, and a pathway to belonging. Few people embody this better than Dr. Uche Nwankwo, a philanthropist, academic, and grassroots leader whose journey from hardship in Nigeria to leadership in Manitoba reflects the resilience ofContinue Reading
https://youtu.be/TfVYEC0S9Tc Cada octubre, el corazón de Winnipeg late al ritmo de la cultura latinoamericana. El Mes de la Herencia Latinoamericana no es solo una celebración cultural, es un momento cívico, social y emocional para reconocer la presencia y aportes de miles de latinoamericanos en Manitoba. Cruz Woloski, miembro del comitéContinue Reading
https://youtu.be/2KJ7b-S3E30 En el corazón multicultural de Winnipeg, un grupo de jóvenes ecuatorianos está haciendo algo más que bailar. Nayeli Calderón y Paula Contreras, integrantes del grupo de danza Raíces 593 de la Asociación Ecuatoriana de Manitoba, están tejiendo comunidad, construyendo identidad y demostrando el poder transformador de la cultura. RaícesContinue Reading
Despite the faint haze of wildfire smoke in downtown Winnipeg, dozens gathered Saturday morning for group yoga. However, for the third annual Health and Wellness Day, hosted by Pegcity Steppers, the occasion wasn’t a sure thing. Shana Goodridge, a founding member, said they had to scramble to find indoor solutionsContinue Reading
https://youtu.be/g3ZlenfTR3g In Winnipeg, where community spirit often shines brightest, the story of Amanda Douglas and her initiative, Camp Rover, offers a compelling look into the social value of creating inclusive spaces. Through her work, Amanda isn’t just organizing events; she’s fostering a vital sense of belonging for creative entrepreneurs, especiallyContinue Reading
https://youtu.be/IvxvSE8Z1xc Winnipeg is witnessing the rise of a powerful local movement dedicated to fostering acceptance and support for individuals living with vitiligo. Led by passionate advocates like Poonam Chopra, the Vitiligo Winnipeg community is creating much-needed safe spaces and challenging misconceptions about vitiligo. This grassroots initiative, now gaining national recognition,Continue Reading
