Drop-in creates “family-type atmosphere” in kitchen, connects with kids through healthy food
Healthy meals are an important part of Inner City Youth Alive; 80 per cent of the 185 kids that attend the drop-in weekly don’t get enough to eat at home
Important to measure effectiveness of tablets in schools
The powers that be in St. James Assiniboia have decided to make iPads mandatory for middle school students, with the view that textbooks are obsolete and digital electronics are the way of the future.
The rich and poignant history of St.Vital
A group Grade 6 students from Niakwa Place School in the Louis Riel School Division created a video about the history of St. Vital, one of the oldest settled areas in Winnipeg.
Supermarket deal means less competition, fewer options
Many of us cherish the memories of a simpler time when our daily bread and other essentials could be purchased no more than a block from where we lived.
He’s no fighter, he’s a lover
All the commotion of the UFC event is definitely not his style. When he’s in the ring, his goal is meditative perfection. Oh, he’s big and powerful, and he’s light on his feet, but all he aims to do is please.
Aspiring constables gain experience, enhance policing
The Auxiliary Cadets, an arm of the Winnipeg Police Services, are creating a buzz in our city that is drawing attention from other cities across Canada interested in emulating Winnipeg’s program.
Bumpy start for Blue and Gold
The Bombers said they had a plan to take care of all the concerns about getting to the game on time. Opening night was quite simply a ‘nightmare’ and it’s unclear what can be done to fix it in a hurry.
Gathering to get Manitobans gabbing about food security
The Food Security Network Gathering, a free event open to all on June 17, will feature presentations about programs involving food security.
Transforming community one small step at a time
When you know the name of your neighbour there is less crime, you are healthier, and you are more resilient in a time of crisis. To have a healthy city you must have healthy communities.
Philippine Independence celebrated in Maples
Filipinos in The Maples neighbourhood celebrated their day of liberation with the ‘Araw ng Kalayaan’ commemoration ceremony held at Maples Collegiate.