Free The Spirit Festival a success
“It’s a very visual fundraiser so people who may not know what happens inside the walls of St. Amant actually can see who lives here and what the people who live here are like.”
Woofing and walking for a cause
Winnipeg pet rescue shelter D’Arcy’s A.R.C relies on the efforts of volunteers, and on the support generated by an annual fundraising walk. This year, it raised $15,000 and attracted more dogs and their owners than ever before.
Dirty Donkey raises money
The second annual running of the Dirty Donkey saw a 50% increase over last year despite it being a race through a hilly course in wet sloppy mud, where you crawl under barbed wire, through tunnels and climb over and under obstacles.
CJNU kicks off new era in community broadcasting
The official launch of Winnipeg’s newest full time community FM radio station, 93.7 CJNU, was held on Wednesday morning as it began broadcasting via a brand new 500-watt transmitter.
Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings commemorated in Winnipeg
Every year, people gather at Memorial Boulevard in Winnipeg to commemorate the horrific atomic bombings of Japan in the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki during the final month of World War II.
Exhibit examines Nazi persecution of homosexuals
An exhibit detailing atrocities suffered by LGBT people at the hands of the Nazis highlights the dangers of ignorance and hate, and promotes a world free of discrimination and oppression.
No more ‘dark days’ for the little station that could
CJNU community radio station will become Winnipeg’s newest fully licensed 24-hour radio station, when it moves from 107.9 FM to 93.7 and broadcasts via a brand new 500-watt transmitter.
Knowing more about others creates greater compassion
A chance encounter with a less fortunate former classmate serves as a reminder to always do ‘what’s Important now’ and to not let slip away any opportunities to be compassionate.
Folklorama enjoys another successful year
Winnipeg came alive over the past two weeks, as festival goers were treated to world-class cultural entertainment, delicious ethnic dishes, fascinating cultural displays, and all-around warm hospitality.
Unique music, art and nature festival celebrates community
Who knew that a drive in the country 17 years ago would be the catalyst behind the creation of the non-profit Matlock Festival, now in its fourth year on an idyllic 45-acre site in Manitoba’s Interlake.