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Lez be honest
It doesn’t sound like a big deal not to see yourself represented in the latest teen drama or popular blockbuster. And in a way, it’s not significant in the way that basic rights are for the LGBTQ+ community. However, it does represent another level of belonging within society that straight people automatically have.
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PUP: Pathetic Use of Potential
You’ve probably heard of PUP by now. In just a few short years, the band has established their importance to the Canadian punk scene, as well as solidifying a well-earned spot in Canadian music as a whole.
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Critipeg: Soul Sisters
This new documentary examines the personal lives of the Catholic Sisters of Manitoba, presenting an earnest portrait of women spirituality.
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Critipeg: Lovesick
There’s merit in the idea of a genre exercise. There’s nothing inherently wrong with making a romantic comedy that doesn’t aim to subvert, break new ground or be anything more than a great entry in the rom-com genre. Unfortunately, Lovesick doesn’t quite achieve those modest goals.
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Popularity of tea is growing
Tea is hot, and local shops are opening all over town to meet the demand.
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Revisit American Idiot with Winnipeg Studio Theatre
Winnipeg Studio Theatre’s presentation of American Idiot comes at a time when Canadians can relate to angsty lyrics about a country divided.
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The Treble back with a new sound
Previously described as a pop/rock/folk band, The Treble is set to release their debut album Modernaires on Feb. 10 with a markedly different sound than their earlier music.
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Dig into natural wellness
With easier access to information about health and wellness online, plant-based medicine is becoming more popular. Consumers who may have been curious about the benefits of plants can now find research, local greenhouses and helpful people to guide them in their search.
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Arts and culture briefs
YouTube Party // Here’s My Canada // Flashback Film Fest // Randy Bachman documentary // Best original song in film
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Whose House? André’s house
André Lewis is a spontaneous kind of guy. The artistic director of Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet (RWB) has been with the company for more than 40 years, but he says he may never have wound up with them if not for a fluke.
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The cost of going green
It’s not always easy being green, but several Winnipeg organizations are working to make environmental initiatives more accessible across the board.
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Covering culture
Culture can mean art, but it also includes beliefs, ways of life, patterns of thinking and all the behaviours specific to a smaller or larger group. But let’s leave the defining to the dictionary - why are we so focused on covering culture at The Uniter?
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Bell Let’s Talk overlooks poverty
Starting conversations doesn’t end discrimination
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Changing the tune of celebrity mourning
Treat social media as a public funeral, not a news ticker
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The PROFile - Hans Werner
Although Dr. Hans Werner never practiced as an engineer, he still wears the iron ring he received upon completing an engineering degree at University of Manitoba.
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Learn how you can prevent sexual assault
Upstander Education seminar aims to educate on assault prevention
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Social justice fair aims to get students to volunteer
Over 30 organizations will come together for the 11th annual Social Justice Fair.
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Students put on Cultural Celebration Evening
Enjoy a night of food and entertainment at the city’s cultural hub put together by fellow students.
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Transit conversations in the fast lane
Opening up dialogue about Winnipeg’s rapid transit expansion
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Shining a light on SAD
More than 15,000 members of Winnipeg’s population are feeling the effects of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a type of depression linked to seasonal changes. As of last January, there are more resources in the city to help.
University of Winnipeg and downtown community newspaper