Mad Dogs and Englishmen
As an Arctic explorer, I wondered why Sir John Franklin wasn’t wearing a parka, or least ear muffs. “What a crazy Englishman” I thought as a 7-year-old kid.
New public space at The Forks melds old with new
Site pays homage to origins of Canada’s community foundation movement while honouring the generosity of Winnipeg Foundation donors.
Artist’s painting depicts “wish list” of 19 basic human rights
Artist Eunice McKay ingeniously uses a collage of images that she places into her painting of a homeless person’s shopping cart, to represent her own personal “wish list” for human rights.
Festival shares culture, way of life
Several months before Manito Ahbee, a unique fundraiser for this festival brought an understanding of traditional knowledge and sacred culture to many non-Aboriginal people.
“All we are saying is give peace a chance.”- John Lennon
Fort La Reine Museum in Portage la Prairie has a collection of photos of the John Lennon – Yoko Ono ‘bed-in’ that not many people have ever seen before.
Many jabs, few punches at downtown mayoral debate
Winnipeg’s Downtown Biz sponsored a two-hour debate featuring five of the 10 candidates in the 2014 mayoral election. Watch the entire debate here.
Annual festival encourages peace and compassion
Peace Days kicks off its annual festival in Winnipeg with hopes of building a community through kindness and compassion.
Going to America never the same since 9-11
What a different world it is since that horrible Tuesday 13 years ago, especially when it comes to traveling to the U.S.
Local artist fundraises for largest family in the world
When Faye Hall heard about the work of one non-profit organization in Africa, she was determined to reach out and help, by using the gifts of her tremendous artistic talent.
A comedy show you “aut” not to miss!
What do an adult comedian and a 16-year-old scarf making queen have in common? Plenty!