Water main break on south Osborne hampers motorists, pedestrians
A water main break in Winnipeg’s south Osborne neighbourhood brought gushing water and icy slush into the streets on Monday afternoon.
Manitobans run, ski and bike to victory in ultra marathons
Athletes choose how they will complete their respective distances: run, ski or bike but any choice will not grant them reprieve from the punishment they will endure in this Wisconsin race.
Manitoba honours Madiba
One of the biggest international news stories of 2013 was the passing of Nelson Mandela. The former South African leader was honoured last month when many gathered at the Manitoba Legislature for a special memorial service.
CEO earns more before lunch than most of us earn all year
Executive compensation is one of those issues that comes and goes regularly, but the numbers move in only one direction it seems and that’s up.
This doctor treats poverty like a disease
An American health journalist visits Canada — and likes what she sees: a clinical tool used by doctors that is based on strong evidence linking poverty to bad health outcomes.
Idle No More New Years Round Dance at Portage & Main
Hundreds braved the -35 C windchill to participate in the 2nd annual New Year’s Round Dance in the middle of the intersection of Portage and Main.
Manitobans ring in a frosty new year
Jack Frost welcomed frozen Manitobans into the New Year with a blast of cold air and some hot fireworks at the Forks Market in Winnipeg.
Computer chicanery targets personal info
The caller on the phone claims your computer is causing problems on the Internet, and in the process of helping you ‘troubleshoot’ the issue, your identity is stolen.
The great Canadian experiment to house the homeless
The priority for Canadian health care isn’t reducing wait times; it’s addressing the poor health of the country’s Aboriginal populations by dealing with poverty, diet, education and housing.
What the rest of Canada can learn from Winnipeg’s new crime reduction strategy
Communities across the country are showing how integrated social services and social development can help prevent crime.