Finding space to live: poor housing in Canada
Only a new investment in affordable and social housing will help make Winnipeg hospitable for both rich and poor, while benefiting all sectors of society.
24 Hour Giving Challenge helps Manitoba communities
On Nov. 14, 2015, anyone making a gift to a Manitoba community foundation will see their donation stretched by a contribution from The Winnipeg Foundation.
Customer service suffers as phone companies cut jobs
Younger customers can serve themselves online, but what about the older generation who wants assistance from a real live person.
Indigenous Nationhood and empowering grassroots citizens
Well-known lawyer, activist and academic Pamela Palmater, launches her latest book on the future of Indigenous peoples in Canada.
Collaboration is key to local Etsy sellers’ success
Public is eager to connect with the nearly 50 creative, home-grown entrepreneurs in this season’s lineup that offers some pretty awesome gift ideas.
Do Canadians spend too much on taxes?
It’s time we stopped buying biased economic indicators and took a thoughtful look at how Canadians are really doing.
New government under pressure to act quickly
It is the calm before the storm in Ottawa, and some very interesting things are going on during the transition.
The future of growing food
Imagine growing fresh food indoors all year long even in the harshest of weather conditions.
Making local, sustainable foods more available
Networking event to bridge the gap between local producers and local buyers.
Uber eager to break into Winnipeg market
Those in charge of the ride-sharing service claim they’re not out to compete unfairly with taxis, but that’s hard to believe.