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Woofing and walking for a cause

Charitable OrganizationsBy Marney BluntSeptember 24, 2013

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 after race

Dirty Donkey raises money

Charitable Organizations, Health & Safety, Sports, Stories of GivingBy Trevor SmithSeptember 19, 2013

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

Arts & Entertainment, Culture, Our City, PhilanthropyBy Noah ErenbergSeptember 4, 2013

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

Charitable Organizations, Downtown, Education, HistoryBy David BrigoleAugust 30, 20131 Comment

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

Education, History, Our City, PhilanthropyBy Noah ErenbergAugust 29, 2013

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

Arts & Entertainment, Culture, Our City, PhilanthropyBy Noah ErenbergAugust 27, 2013

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

Downtown, Education, Health & Safety, Stories of GivingBy Stephanie StaplesAugust 27, 2013

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

Arts & Entertainment, Charitable Organizations, Culture, Food, Our City, Our NeighbourhoodsBy Deborah BowersAugust 19, 2013

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

Arts & Entertainment, Charitable Organizations, Culture, Outside WinnipegBy Tiffany BeausoleilAugust 16, 2013

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.

Compassion helps take back the streets

Health & Safety, Our Neighbourhoods, Philanthropy, Politics, Religion & SpiritualityBy Sandy HymanAugust 14, 2013

Louisville’s Walk for Compassion was organized by those wanting to end violence and demonstrate they are in control of their streets. It was so inspiring to see families and all generations represented.

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