News
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Student journal a voice for undergrads
A new University of Winnipeg (U of W) publication has successfully released their first edition.
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Legalization in the ‘Peg
“When Legalization comes to Winnipeg” is the title of the luncheon hosted by The Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce on March 17.
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On the (silver) alert
A new bill has been brought forward that aims to change the Missing Persons Act by providing the public with more information about certain missing people.
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News briefs
Community input // Manitobans are pro pot // On shore lunch // Human rights film festival // Giving some with a click // Fools + Horses at the Forks
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PROFile - Andrea Bedard
The University of Winnipeg’s (U of W) Andrea Bedard confirms that sitting is the new smoking, but luckily, the instructor barely has time to do so between teaching, raising a family and advocating for physical activity in the community.
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Breaking Barriers summit takes aim at stigma
Manitoba's first student-led mental health conference will begin on March 10 at 6 p.m.
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Sewing group wants people to read the TRC report
The University of Winnipeg (U of W) Greenhouse Art Lab is hosting a sewing group based around the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) report. Anybody can stop by and embroider one of the calls to action in the report onto a Canadian flag.
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Compost is not garbage
The City of Winnipeg has called for an organic waste collection review that would hold off on compost collection action until after the 2018 election.
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Business be booming
A poll conducted by the Canadian Federation of Independent Businesses says Manitobans are the most optimistic about starting up small businesses in Canada.
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News briefs
A dog’s year // Call for papers // Fundraiser for Kidney Foundation // Drop-in workshop // Grad photos // Leisure guide is out
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The PROFile – Dr. Ernest Janzen
According to Dr. Ernest Janzen, if you’re taking a religions course with him, you’re either curious, religious or you need the credit – and all three are fine with him.
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Access Lounge aims to provide safe space for disabled students
The University of Winnipeg Students’ Association (UWSA) hosted several information sessions for an Access Lounge, a place where disabled students can relax, socialize and study.
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Indigenous students’ forum discusses racism
Young students from around the province met recently to discuss how to tackle racism in Manitoba.
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Public spaces can build community, advocates say
City of Winnipeg recreational facilities have reopened in recent years after facing structural challenges. Advocates say investing in public spaces like these are worth the price tag and build community.
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News Briefs
Major flooding expected // River trail closed for good // Promises of less red tape // Gender creativity // Parking ban lifted // Women’s Day event
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Students reach out with White Cane Awareness Week
How easy is it to navigate the University of Winnipeg (U of W) when visually impaired?
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March remembers missing and murdered Indigenous women
On Valentine’s Day, dozens of people marched around the University of Winnipeg (U of W) to remember missing and murdered Indigenous women (MMIW).
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Food policy for thought
Winnipeg is getting a glance at what a food policy council will look like for the city.
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1 Just City offers overnight program to house folks in need
1 Just City, an organization that provides outreach centres throughout Winnipeg, has partnered with St. Augustine United Church on River Avenue to offer a new program, which offers a safer space for those seeking a place to sleep.
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news briefs
UWSA election // Film on flooding // In the greenhouse // Feb. 25 the coldest night // Thinking about retirement // Counter-rally on March 4