Len Loewen: refusing to be sidelined
Never facing any serious homophobia in the locker room, he’s been accepted by his teammates as fewer and fewer people have issues with him being gay.
Love is in the air, art is up for sale
Art From The Heart Show and Sale returns on Valentine’s Day weekend, so bring your love of art to the heart of the city and find that hidden treasure.
Lunch to go nets national award for local photographer
Winnipeg shutterbug Dennis Swayze wins Photo of the Month for January in the Canadian Wildlife Federation’s National Photo Competition.
Long waiting list for flags flown at Parliament Hill
One from the top of East or West Blocks will take 31 years to arrive. If a Peace Tower flag is what you crave, the wait could be 42 years!
Taking Charge! helps women regain control of their lives
Charitable organization in downtown Winnipeg helps women and single parents find training and employment, as well as find themselves.
24th annual Winnipeg New Music Festival wraps up
“We hear that there’s nothing like it worldwide,” says WSO conductor Alexander Mickelthwate (on the Winnipeg New Music Festival).
Seeking a unified response to religious extremism
A recent gathering in Winnipeg brought together people of many cultures to discuss how best to respond to violence committed in the name of religion.
Local senior continues tradition of giving back
At 95, George Waters was supporting more than 70 charities; establishing a Community Building Fund at The Winnipeg Foundation helped simplify the process.
What giving means to Tom Dercola
The generosity from others he has experienced in his life inspires retired schoolteacher to give back.
Winnipeg New Horizons Band entertains at Meadowood Manor
Adult learning band overwhelmed by enthusiastic response to their annual winter concert.