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Winter problems confound prairie politicians

Economy & Business, Our City, Our Neighbourhoods, PoliticsBy Roger CurrieFebruary 7, 2014

We live in a winter city and most of the time we tough it out and get through it just fine. But sometimes there is an appalling lack of common sense when it comes to problems related to winter.

Democracy’s potholes and other political hazards

Our City, Our Neighbourhoods, Politics, SoutheastBy Sean ConwayFebruary 6, 2014

The pothole I named ‘Greg Selinger’ is back. Now instead of uttering profanity when I hit it, I think of a check mark. Am I satisfied or unsatisfied by the actions of the current party in power?

Sneak preview circus performance

Arts & Entertainment, Charitable Organizations, Downtown, EducationBy Sara ShyiakFebruary 6, 2014

People at The Forks yesterday were treated to a sneak preview for an upcoming fundraiser that will feature a cabaret of circus performances, all in support of an artistic intervention project that teaches circus skills to at-risk-youth.

Frostbite and faceplants – Icebike 2014 attracts tough cyclists

Downtown, Environment, Health & Safety, SportsBy Gregory C. McNeillFebruary 5, 2014

While icebiking is one sport never featured at any Winter Olympics, hundreds of hearty Manitobans are gearing up for this unique annual cold weather cycling event this month at The Forks.

#heartsmart sponge hockey tournament in memory of Dad

Charitable Organizations, Health & Safety, Northeast, Sports, Stories of GivingBy Sarah ToneFebruary 4, 2014

After losing her healthy, athletic Dad to a rare heart muscle disease, a young Winnipeg woman is organizing a hockey tournament to raise awareness and funds for the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

The ‘productionalist’ method

Arts & Entertainment, Charitable Organizations, Health & Safety, PhilanthropyBy Rebecca HendersonFebruary 4, 2014

Victoria Stone is one of several Artbeat alumni artists who will be participating in this week’s 24-Hour Art-a-thon. For Stone, making sculptures is an emotional and passionate experience.

Pension crisis grows

Economy & Business, PoliticsBy Roger CurrieFebruary 4, 2014

One-third of Canadians say they will be heavily dependent on government pensions once they retire; 60% say they will find a part-time job, 40% are counting on inheritance, and 34% say their financial plan includes winning the lottery!

Winter run/bike marathon intense, dangerous and fun

Environment, Health & Safety, Outside Winnipeg, SportsBy Gregory C. McNeillFebruary 3, 2014

Endurance athletes competing in the 130 km ultra marathon in the middle of February have been advised to be prepared for an extremely difficult race and to realize what they’re getting into.

Income inequality is bad for all Canadians

Economy & Business, Health & Safety, PoliticsBy Ryan MeiliFebruary 3, 2014

Living in a country with high levels of inequality damages us all, harming the physical and mental health of everyone in society, even those at or near the top of the socioeconomic scale.

A place to go

Arts & Entertainment, Charitable Organizations, Health & Safety, PhilanthropyBy Rebecca HendersonFebruary 2, 2014

For artists coping with mental health issues, Artbeat Studio is a sanctuary where one can thrive in a supportive environment. Marcus Bauer is one of the artist alumni who will be participating in Artbeat’s 24-Hour Art-a-thon this week.

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