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Carved into the Tyndall stone above the arched entrance to Winnipeg’s first public library are the words “Free to All,” but for the past 11 years, it’s been closed to everyone. Now, as the former Carnegie Library on William Street turns 120, it’s about to begin a new chapter. “It …
Read More »Changes coming to tennis court in Winnipeg’s Waverley West neighbourhood – Winnipeg
Descrease article font size Increase article font size An outdoor sports facility in the Waverley West neighbourhood is getting some significant upgrades. On Saturday, the City of Winnipeg and the Province of Manitoba broke ground on major improvements planned for Shaheed Bhagat Singh Park. The park improvements include two new …
Read More »Michael Jack, City of Winnipeg’s top administrator, on his way out – Winnipeg
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Michael Jack, who has served as Winnipeg’s chief administrative officer since 2021, has notified the mayor and Executive Policy Committee (EPC) of his departure Monday. Jack has been a city employee for almost a quarter-century, starting in 2000 and working in a …
Read More »New spray pad opens at Winnipeg’s Corydon Community Centre – Winnipeg
Descrease article font size Increase article font size A new spray pad has opened in Winnipeg just ahead of summer. On Thursday morning, the City of Winnipeg, along with the government of Canada, cut the ribbon on a 3,000-square-foot “accessible spray pad, playground and other park features” at the Corydon …
Read More »Winnipeg’s Bonivital pool to close its doors Monday for renovations – Winnipeg
Descrease article font size Increase article font size A popular city pool in Winnipeg’s St. Boniface area will be closing its doors this week for major renovations. The Bonivital pool, located on 1215 Archibald St., is set to close on Monday, with renovations expected to last until 2025. The city …
Read More »Exhibit marking Winnipeg’s 150th anniversary coming to a close at Millennium Library – Winnipeg
Descrease article font size Increase article font size The city of Winnipeg is marking its 150th anniversary this year. To help residents learn more about the history of their city, a public exhibition is running until the end of the week. This exhibition, located on the main floor of the …
Read More »Warm weather forcing adaptations in Winnipeg’s winter tourism – Winnipeg
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Unexpected warmer weather this winter has delayed the opening of Winnipeg’s iconic river trail, which forced winter tourism adaptations in the city. The Nestaweya River trail did not open until last Thursday making it the latest opening date ever. “We had a …
Read More »Indigenous leaders urge investigation into restraint incident at Winnipeg’s Marlborough Hotel – Winnipeg
Indigenous leaders in Manitoba are urging a further investigation into the restraint of a woman at Winnipeg’s Marlborough Hotel. A video showing a First Nations woman in distress with her hands restrained behind her back in the lobby of the hotel on Christmas Day has leaders calling for change. Police …
Read More »Winnipeg’s Fried Chicken Fest enters 6th year of tasty fun – Winnipeg
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Winnipeg is kicking off the 6th year of Fried Chicken Fest and many local restaurants are participating. The Festival kicked off on Wednesday and runs until next Saturday. Participating restaurants in the festival will be offering a unique fried chicken dish for …
Read More »Winnipeg’s Roblin Park Community Centre celebrates 75 years as vital hub – Winnipeg
The Roblin Park Community Centre in Winnipeg celebrated 75 years as a vital hub in the city on Saturday. Located on the west side of the city, the Centre holds a special place in the hearts of Winnipeggers. Originally established as an army surplus building, it underwent renovations by locals …
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