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Tuesday, 10 February 2026 13:02
Nabess’ life penned in a memoir
Many people whom we call friends and neighbours have lived an interesting life and it makes for quite a story to tell. Edna Nabess has lived one of those lives and is now sharing her story in a memoir she wrote called The Woman in the Polka Dot Dress.“I’m a…
Tuesday, 03 February 2026 16:08
TPFD to start Junior Firefighter Program
Youth in The Pas now have an opportunity to get a jump start on learning about serving the community and potentially a career as a firefighter. The Pas Fire Department is facilitating a Junior Firefighter Program to start in the spring.“The Junior Firefighter Program is the lifeblood of our future,…
Tuesday, 03 February 2026 16:10
Blake receives volunteer medal
Another well-deserving citizen in the tri-community has been presented with the Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers. May Yvonne Blake was recently presented this prestigious award in her home, surrounded by local dignitaries, family and close friends.“I was born in 1936 and am the oldest of a family of nine,” said Blake.…
Tuesday, 20 January 2026 12:40
Wilson appointed as new MB Hydro Board Chair
Manitoba Hydro recently announced its new chairperson for Manitoba Hydro and it’s a familiar face to the tri-community area. Jamie Wilson was recently announced for the role before the end of the year. Wilson has an accomplished background when it comes to creating movement and change in various sectors.“I’m from…
Tuesday, 23 December 2025 10:25
White Feather Creations reopens
The pandemic hurt a lot of businesses and some of them closed down permanently. White Feather Creations was one of the businesses that closed during the pandemic, but has just recently reopened. The business provides Indigenous-made items made by owner and operator Rob Nabess and his family.“White Feather Creations is…
Tuesday, 16 December 2025 13:13
Sharing and experiencing another culture
Opaskwayak Education Services (OES) has been committed to learning more about other cultures on an educational level as well as sharing Indigenous culture around the world. One way this has been happening is through a world conference that brings together several Aboriginal and Indigenous cultures all over the world to…
Tuesday, 09 December 2025 13:00
Thomas releases children’s book on Indigenous culture
A post-secondary student and now author has published a children’s book on Indigenous culture and teachings that is now available for purchase. Phoenix R. Thomas recently wrote, illustrated and published the book, The Adventures of Lily and Mini: Did You Know? Animal Edition!. Thomas resides in The Pas and attends…
Tuesday, 25 November 2025 12:22
Planning is well underway for 2026 Trappers’ Festival
As we wait for the snow to arrive, planning for the 2026 Northern Manitoba Trappers’ Festival (NMTF) is well underway. Many of the events are in the process of being planned.“The NMTF Board of Directors are in full planning stages,” said NMTF Vice Chair Jenn Cook. “With so many different…
Tuesday, 25 November 2025 12:24
Indigenous youth choir to head to Italy in 2026
The Arts for Manitoba Indigenous Youth Choir has been accomplishing great things in a short span of time. The choir consists of Rhonda Head as the Choral Director, Ava Meconse from Pinaymootang First Nation, Avery Pelletier from Skownan First Nation, Georgianna Blacksmith from Opaskwayak Cree Nation and Ja’Keira Lynch from…
Tuesday, 18 November 2025 11:34
Antonio recognized for 20 years with 4H
Being a part of 4-H gives youth many opportunities to build and grow essential skills that are needed in everyday life as a part of learning. 4-H stands for Head, Heart, Hands and Health, all components which we need for survival. Local 4-H The Pas Helping Hands Leader Cheryl Antonio…
Tuesday, 04 November 2025 13:09
The Pas Regional Library hosts new reading and writing club
If you are looking for a quiet place to read or write the next best-selling novel, The Pas Regional Library has the perfect option for you. A new Silent Writing and Reading Club has started and it gives people a place without day-to-day distractions to focus on reading and writing…
Tuesday, 28 October 2025 16:12
Creating from the mind
Local artist and metal sculptor Dan Jones recently displayed his artwork during Culture Days at an event held at Opasquia Trails. Visitors got to see his detailed and intricate artwork up close and personal. For Jones, his work has been something he stumbled upon and has felt a deep connection…
Tuesday, 21 October 2025 15:25
TPFC takes two youth to Rise Up Conference
Two youth from The Pas Friendship Centre’s Youth Leadership Team attended the Rise Up: Youth Leadership Days at the Legislature in Winnipeg. Addison Ward and Gabrielle Fulmore are two grade 11 students who attend Margaret Barbour Collegiate Institute, went to the Rise Up: Youth Leadership Days with The Pas Friendship…
Tuesday, 21 October 2025 15:27
Beardy takes on new role at TPFC
The Pas Friendship Centre (TPFC) has a new leader at the helm of its organization. Rhoda Beardy has accepted the role of executive director for TPFC after being with the organization for quite some time.“My first involvement with the Friendship Centre Movement was back in 1999, when I worked as…
Monday, 29 September 2025 09:23
NWRIS honoured at Mosaic Awards
The Province announced the first recipients of the Manitoba Mosaic Awards on September 19, 2025. The Manitoba Mosaic Awards were created to recognize the outstanding contributions of newcomers, immigrants, refugees and community partners.There were six Mosaic Awards created: Community Spark Award, Young Bridge Builder Award, Newcomer Trailblazer Award, Welcoming Community…