Political leaders among the world’s wealthiest people
People who are elected to high office all seem to do pretty well despite coming from humble beginnings.
Winnipeggers demonstrate against proposed Fair Elections Act
This week saw many Winnipeg residents marching against the federal government’s proposed Fair Elections Act at a rally endorsed by several local groups.
Hanging up on the payphone box
You see them at the airport and in shopping malls, but not on street corners very often these days. The iconic payphone is disappearing quickly.
More broccoli? Yes, please!
The Agape Table for Kids program exposes youngsters to healthy food and offers parents affordable options.
City task force unveils new strategy to end homelessness
Presently, some of the most chronically homeless people in Winnipeg are being housed in the most expensive and inappropriate housing around. Now, a local task force aims to change this.
(official denial) trade value in progress; a response to PM
A traveling interactive project has people stitching into a blanket responses to the now infamous comment by Prime Minister Stephen Harper: “We have no history of colonialism.”
Winnipeg’s five best shoe stores
Spring is a great time to buy shoes and since I like to pride myself on beautiful foot clothing, I will share with you the top five best shoe stores in Winnipeg.
Temporary Foreign Worker Program investigated
There are 300,000 foreign workers holding jobs in Canada. Now, some restaurant owners are accused of replacing long time employees with temporary imports.
Sara Riel Inc. carrying on Grey Nuns tradition of helping people, adds art therapy to roster
It’s been 275 years since the Grey Nuns first set up hospitals and schools in Canada. Today, this legacy lives on through the work of Sara Riel Inc.
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.