Time trials push cyclists to extremes
Cyclists are so obsessed with time that many in the local racing community spend thousands of dollars on equipment, thousands of hours training, and impeccable attention to managing aerodynamic flow.
Winnipeg second-hand store a saving grace for thousands
Every year, Flavie-Laurent Centre (FLC) takes in over 7000 donations of clothing, furniture and housewares. These in turn, are distributed free of charge to thousands in Manitobans in need.
Winnipeg’s best sandwich a classroom creation
Strathcona School’s Wrap of Awesomeness takes top prize in the Recipe for Success Video Cooking Contest.
7th Generation Walk for Mother Earth
For eleven years, the 7th Generation Walk for Mother Earth has been taking place in Winnipeg. The aim is to speak up for aboriginal rights and the natural world.
Beating a path to the wild west
What started as four Winnipeg friends with a passion for guiding Manitoba walks has since – two decades later – become a full-fledged walking group with hundreds of members and an unquenchable thirst for seeking out new trails.
Climate change debate heats up
Agnostic is the term I’m choosing to describe what I believe about climate change. In other words, I don’t know. And, unfortunately there doesn’t seem to be many reliable honest brokers of the truth any more.
Total lunar eclipse first of four ‘Blood Moons’
Yesterday’s lunar eclipse that turned an orange red color, grabbed the attention of star-gazers and conspiracy theorists. It was the first of four such lunar events that will occur in the next 18 months.
Improving the city for cyclists and pedestrians
When it comes to walking or biking, what services and infrastructure would you like to see provided by the City of Winnipeg? Answers to this will help develop the city’s Pedestrian and Cycling Strategies.
Don’t muddy the water with infrastructure concerns
Water main breaks, frozen pipes and discoloured tap water invites a critical look at city services. It also presents the challenge of differentiating between a glass of beer and a glass of water.
A little known piece of Manitoba paradise
Grand Beach can be busy, but for those who don’t know, a short trip from the traditionally visited areas reveals a priceless gem – the Grand Beach Ski and Trail system, now a magnet for avid Fatbikers.