Opasquia Times
Tuesday, 16 January 2024 15:44
The Grub Box celebrates half a century in biz
When thinking about the Grub Box being in existence for 50 years, since 1973, I’ve had to go back in history some 70 years, to the early 1950s, when I was in my teens. I had a part time job working for Mabel and Gilbert Jones at Jones’ Grocery, stocking…
Tuesday, 16 January 2024 15:47
A family effort to make sure veterans are not forgotten
Recently The Pas Legion has voted in a new president, Roger Nikolychuk. Roger is no stranger when it comes to volunteering as Legion member, for he has strong family ties to The Pas Legion that started with his mother, Angie, who was the former president of The Pas Legion. Serving…
Tuesday, 09 January 2024 14:35
Holiday parcel hold up frustration
If you did your round of online shopping or were receiving a gift from someone through the mail for this past Christmas, you may have encountered longer wait times than what is the industry standard when it comes to mail delivery services in Canada. Many residents of The Pas and…
Tuesday, 09 January 2024 14:38
Newcomers face challenges with health card delays
The healthcare system in Manitoba is most definitely in a state of crisis. Not only are there delays in ERs and surgeries, but now there are delays in accessing the most basic healthcare needs.Many Manitobans take for granted that when they are sick, they can go to a clinic or…
Tuesday, 09 January 2024 14:40
Fire call summary for 2023
The Pas Fire Department received a total of 184 calls for service in 2023.“We’ve seen a significant rise in grass fires in 2023, with 34 calls for service as opposed to 17 the year before,” said The Pas Fire Department Fire Chief Cody Langlois. “We will be working with other…
Tuesday, 09 January 2024 14:55
Tips to beat January’s Blue Monday blues
Although January brings the start of a new year, it can also be a difficult time of the year for people in terms of managing mental health. The aftermath of the Christmas holidays and excitement, combined with the winter months can take a toll on people, as they try to…
Tuesday, 09 January 2024 14:58
A devastating loss
Having something stolen is more than a disheartening experience, but when it’s something that has sentimental value, the loss that is felt is that much more. On the evening of Boxing Day, 2023 Northern Manitoba Trappers’ Festival Fur Queen Gloria Ballantyne-Packo had the unfortunate experience of having her family’s vehicle…
Tuesday, 19 December 2023 11:31
Town of The Pas works on budget planning for 2024
The Town of The Pas held a council meeting on December 5 and a Special Meeting for the Budget and Strategic Plan on December 11. Members of council participated in the Association of Manitoba Municipalities’ (AMM) Fall Convention at the end of November. Council had the opportunity to meet with…
Tuesday, 19 December 2023 11:38
NMTF Arts and Craft Show open for vendors to register
With the coming of a New Year just around the corner, one can’t help but also be thinking about Northern Manitoba Trappers’ Festival (NMTF). The NMTF Arts and Craft Show is open for vendors to register online. There are a few different things to be aware of with this year’s…
Tuesday, 19 December 2023 11:41
MBCI recognizes staff through service awards
Just last week, Margaret Barbour Collegiate Institute (MBCI) held a special recognition for some of their staff that are retiring and have hit milestones in terms of years of service.
Tuesday, 12 December 2023 14:33
Making Christmas season merry for every child
When we think of Christmas, most people think about the joy of seeing a child’s face light up when they receive a present under the tree. Sadly, not every child has a present waiting under the tree for them on Christmas Day and The Pas Friendship Centre has had their…
Tuesday, 12 December 2023 14:35
Northern Learning & Support Centre hosts sharing circle
Sharing circles are very powerful healing tools that can help provide support and allow people to express how they feel about something, in a safe and healthy manner. By expressing and sharing lived experiences and challenges, participants in a sharing circle often find the hope and strength they need to…
Tuesday, 05 December 2023 14:32
Family resource centre engages in 16 days of activism
The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) is a call to action to raise awareness and is also an international movement to call for an end to violence against women, girls and 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals. The Pas Family Resource Centre (TPFRC) has been taking part in the 16 Days…
Tuesday, 05 December 2023 14:35
The Pas Culture Days acknowledged again in top ten
The Pas Culture Days is nationally acknowledged once again for their efforts and has been ranked seventh in the Top Participating Communities in Canada for 2023, in the Towns and Rural Areas category. This year’s The Pas Culture Days saw a boost in participation, with new events that many enjoyed…
Tuesday, 05 December 2023 14:36
Operation Red Nose ready to go this year
Christmas parties and outings will be happening over the next few weekends and Operation Red Nose is ready to go make sure people get home safe and sound, after enjoying a night out. Operation Red Nose is run by a group of volunteer drivers and the proceeds go towards a…