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Time to pretend
Some people are taking a more practical approach to media escapism, beyond video games or virtual reality.
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A modern-day patron of the arts
With dozens of releases and a family of artists whose music ranges from roots to shoegaze, Winnipeg record label Transistor 66 has been part of the city’s rock scene for decades.
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There and back again
Whether it’s baking sourdough bread, hiking, playing video games, fostering pets or learning a new language, there is no shortage of hobbies out there.
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Max’s gifts
One of the great joys of working at The Uniter is that I’m constantly learning about Winnipeg.
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Courage, defiance and the sea
Stanley Wany is an Afro-Caribbean artist. His work For Those Who Chose The Sea is a multimedia installation that engages with the past, present and current effects of the transatlantic slave trade.
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Tricks and tampered treats
Perhaps the most demonized holiday, Halloween has long served as a scapegoat for society’s fears.
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City briefs
Blue Bombers advance to Grey Cup// Funding for new childcare spaces// Call for another mask mandate// National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation// Need for increased safety measures for Winnipeg Transit drivers// Plan to recruit 2,000 healthcare workers
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The rising tide of Indigenous Storytellers
Shortly after confederation, the Red River Resistance saw Indigenous peoples in Manitoba organize and take action for their rights in the face of the Canadian state.
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Arts briefs
50 years of PTE// A lyrical Cinderella story// Hearing Trees album release show// Final call: Transmissions exhibition// Cosmic voices// Cinematic Somatics workshop
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Critipeg: Daisies
Plays Nov. 24 to 30 at Cinematheque
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Origin stories: Adam Brooks, Award-winning artist and filmmaker
Born in Winnipeg and originally from the Riverview area, Adam Brooks doesn’t feel there is anything unusual about his start in life.
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The Northern sun also rises
Forty years ago, Hinode Taiko planted roots in Winnipeg following an inspiring Folklorama performance.
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‘A divine collision’
The mere mention of Greek tragedy may conjure dormant memories of classics courses long past: the dramatic commentary of the chorus, the laundry list of cacophonic names, the scoring from a Mexican progressive rock band.
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Touring turbulence
It’s often regarded as a hallmark of “making it” in the music scene, but for some musicians, touring has become less about making a buck and more about breaking even – or in some cases, accepting financial loss.
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Shame of thrones
On Tuesday, Nov. 15, Premier Heather Stefanson delivered the throne speech for Manitoba’s ruling PC government.
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Escaping holiday consumerism
ArtsJunktion is a creative space filled with shelves of paper scraps organized by colour, buttons ordered by size and piles of fabric scraps, reclaimed wood and old magazines.
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City briefs
Winnipeg breaks homicide record// Toy drive for Wii Chiiwaakanak Learning Centre// The Hitchhiker’s Guide to Climate Action// Province increases police funding// Minister says no to safe-consumption sites// University presidents oppose performance-based funding
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Naked and unafraid
For local artist Rey Fritsch, a persistent battle with insomnia has been a boon of sorts.
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Critipeg: Decision to Leave
Plays at Cinematheque Nov. 4 to 16
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The Uniter Speaker Series presents Ryan Beardy
On Thursday, Nov. 10, local activist and mentor Ryan Beardy will be our featured speaker, discussing issues of colonization and Indigenous men.