Lucky to be alive
Two major car accidents – and those lucky to survive them – serve as a reminder to slow down and arrive alive.
Minimalism: What can I get rid of next?
It’s about getting back to the basics – reducing personal possessions to a minimum as a way to reduce the stress and strain of always having to work more to buy more.
Marking the100th anniversary of the First World War
A study of history makes it all too obvious that wars resolve almost nothing, and the waste of an entire generation goes way beyond tragic.
Flood of misinformation
Homeowners along the shores of Lake Manitoba are not just facing the threat of another flood, but are also fighting what they say is a barage of incorrect information about their plight.
Winnipeg People’s Forum aims for social justice
Earlier this month, people came together at the University of Winnipeg to discuss several critical issues facing Canadians.
War vet shares joy of granddaughter’s swim across English Channel
How fortunate we all are that Canadians and others can swim the channel without fear of gunfire, thanks to those who landed on that beach so long ago.
Athletes, spectators build excitement at Kenora Borealis Triathlon
The 10th annual Kenora Borealis Triathlon brought together incredible athletes of all ages.
Elusive windsurfer prompts major search on Lake Winnipeg
When high winds and strong waves suddenly kick up on Lake Winnipeg, beach goers in Matlock lose sight of a windsurfer, and a day long search ensues.
Learning about monarchs at The Living Prairie Museum
The Monarch Butterfly Festival at the Living Prairie Museum was a treat for Winnipeggers who learned what they could do about the insect’s declining numbers.
Public transit and our reliance on technology
Somehow we park our fears in a closet, and carry on, putting our lives in the hands of total strangers, and their computers.