LGBT athletes gaining ground
“I used to think sports was a social anchor for the gay movement but now it’s becoming a powerful tool. Homosexuality used to be stigmatized, but now homophobia is what’s becoming stigmatized.”
Therapist combines traditional Aboriginal healing techniques with Western psychotherapy
Bill Thomas’ specialized therapeutic approach demonstrates old is new again when it comes to some counselling techniques.
Treaty teaching teachers
“We are all Treaty people” has been a common refrain heard across Canada in the past decade. But what does it mean, and how should teachers explain it to their students?
Cabinetmaker overcomes gender bias to excel in trade
As a woman working in a male-dominated trade, Alicia Demare has faced her fair share of hardships. But if you ask her, it’s all been worth it.
Canada’s prescription opioid crisis
The misuse of opioids has grown exponentially with devastating consequences.
High scoring Jets may have Safeway revamping contest rules
Chances are the grocery chain set the bar at five goals because the Jets have not been the most prolific scoring team since moving to Winnipeg from Atlanta three years ago, but things are changing.
Airports fight losing battle
When passengers head south this time of year, airports in Winnipeg and Regina lose millions in revenue.
Artists – you are not alone
Where can you see actors, directors, videographers, animators, novelists and poets presenting their works together in one place?
Alexa Yakubovich, Winnipeg’s latest Rhodes Scholar
There must be something in the water in River Heights: for the second year in a row a Rhodes scholarship has been awarded to yet another resident of this south end neighbourhood.
A different kind of Christmas
The Mexican people celebrate the holiday season in their own unique and special way.