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
https://youtu.be/nknKDfXc5BU A working smoke alarm is crucial for fire safety, giving you valuable time to escape during an emergency. That’s the theme of this year’s Fire Prevention Week – Smoke alarms: Make them work for you. According to the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS), crews responded to 3,389 fires inContinue Reading
Storytelling is at the core of what it means to be human. Discussions around the dinner table, tales around the fire, and through the power of videography, people have been able to share stories with an audience around the world. Kevin Settee is a talented photographer, filmmaker, and storyteller. SetteeContinue Reading
Childhood is an exciting yet confusing time, and books and media can greatly help during the exploration of adolescence. Gabriele “Gabe” Goldstone’s historical fiction Waltraut dives into the challenges of identity and culture, offering a captivating read for those navigating these experiences. Waltraut centers on an eleven-year-old girl who longsContinue Reading
Whether from unfortunate events or a choice of their own, an estimated 150,000 to 300,000 Canadians are experiencing homelessness. If trends continue, this number could rise to 500,000 to 570,000 in the next five years. Regardless of the situation these Canadians find themselves in, they deserve to be treated withContinue Reading
For nearly four decades, films exploring the diversity of humanity and love have brought Winnipeg’s 2SLGBTQIA+ community together to experience these stories at the Reel Pride International Film Festival. Since 1985, films from around the world have engrossed Winnipeggers with tragedy, love, unity, and connection and presented in an enthrallingContinue Reading
Many may remember stories and broadcasts discussing Dutch Elm Disease, a fungal infection which devastates elm tree populations. Despite vigorous monitoring and education campaigns, Dutch Elm has now made it as far west as Edmonton, with 3 cases now identified. Mark Beare, Director of Infrastructure Operations within the City ofContinue Reading
The story of a legendary performer is coming to Winnipeg on September 4 at Dave Barber Cinematheque. Any Other Way: The Jackie Shane Story celebrates the remarkable journey of Jackie Shane, a Black transgender woman whose talent and bravery broke barriers for performers of diverse identities. Jackie Shane was aContinue Reading
