Never underestimate the power of grandmothers
Community’s generosity and volunteer effort ensure art sale proceeds go directly to African grandmothers raising orphans whose parents died of AIDS.
Memorable send off caps “hottest summer in 50 years”
Spectacular closing ceremony to 50th anniversary of Canada Games honours athletes and volunteers, while showcasing province’s talented young performers and dancers.
Hurricanes ravage Caribbean, challenge colonial powers
Extent and timeliness of relief efforts depend on each island’s former colonial master.
World is watching Winnipeg
Annual Peace Days festival highlights role Winnipeg plays in building peace across the globe.
Brew at the Zoo
Manitoba Brewers Association in conjunction with the Assiniboine Park Conservancy is presenting an exposition of our city’s fast growing craft beer industry.
Bridging communities through music, agriculture and learning
Every September, the tiny town of Clearwater, Manitoba, hosts the wildly popular Harvest Moon Festival, bringing together urban and rural communities.
Power of social media helps forest fire evacuees
Overwhelming response to Facebook page, aimed at meeting needs of those impacted by fires in northern Manitoba, highlights community’s generosity.
Local folk fest attracts out of province fans
Campagne family farm in Saskatchewan marks 10 years of hosting Willow Bunch Farm Fest as Manitobans cross border for celebrations.
Rappelling event helps create opportunities, remove barriers
Participants embrace passion for climbing in support of Society for Manitobans with Disabilities.
Making Broadway green again
In several Manitoba neighbourhoods, tall grass prairie is on its way back, even just in a small way.