Opasquia Times News
Wednesday, 30 August 2023 12:57
NeeStaNan has new vision for the future of transport
So far this year there has been a lot of talk about development in northern Manitoba that could creating more shipping and transport opportunities, to job creation and economic development. One of the more recent potential projects that could take place in the northern part of our province is the…
Wednesday, 23 August 2023 11:22
Town to investigate options for the Skippy L
The Town of The Pas held a regular scheduled council meeting on August 16 in council chambers.During the citizen’s period Dylan Young presented some questions to council about the responsibilities and procedures in relations to last year’s Canada Day. Young asked if the Town of The Pas put in any…
Wednesday, 16 August 2023 09:39
Asset management to work with strategic plan
The Town of The Pas has completed their Asset Management Plan thanks to the assistance of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities. Recently a report about the Asset Management Plan was published on the town website; it is a report summarizing the process, not the actual study itself.“We have some information…
Wednesday, 16 August 2023 09:29
Chief Zastre elected as Grand Chief of Swampy Cree
Swampy Cree Tribal Council held their Annual General Assembly (AGA) in the beginning of August. The council is made up of eight First Nation communities in northern Manitoba that consists of Chemawawin Cree Nation, Mosakahiken Cree Nation, Mathia Colomb Cree Nation, Misipawastik Cree Nation, Opaskwayak Cree Nation, Sapotaweyak Cree Nation,…
Wednesday, 02 August 2023 11:56
Memorial Walk aims to bring family and friends close
Two local events are coming up this weekend in the tri-community, focusing on the national epidemic of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and two spirited people (MMIWG2S+). The MMIWG2S+ Family Wellness Weekend and the Annual Remembering Kendara Memorial Walk are being held in conjunction and are giving the families…
Wednesday, 26 July 2023 10:30
Moose management town hall to be held in Swan River
A series Moose Management Town Hall Meetings are scheduled to take place to discuss moose hunting in the Duck and Porcupine Mountains areas. The event is hosted by the Centre for Indigenous Environmental Resources (CIER), Manitoba Natural Resources and Development along with the Canadian Section of the Wildlife Society.This is…
Wednesday, 26 July 2023 10:28
The Pas was represented at MMIWG2S+ roundtable
The Town of The Pas held a regular council meeting on July 19. During the council meeting, Town of The Pay Mayor Andre Murphy gave a report about the MMIWG2S+ roundtable that he and Councillor Atkinson participated in the week prior, in Winnipeg. The Pas was the only municipality in…
Wednesday, 19 July 2023 14:04
Underground Opera returning with Bremen Town Musicians
The Manitoba Underground Opera is returning to The Pas, giving children and people of all ages some exposure to classical music and opera. The goal of their Opera for Children Tour is to bring opera and classical music experiences across the province.“The Manitoba Underground Opera was founded in 2008 by…
Wednesday, 19 July 2023 14:01
CKP receives grant for exploring greener production
Last week the Province announced that it was providing a grant of $90,000 to Canadian Kraft Paper Industries to help explore opportunities for transitioning to greener methods of operation. The Community Economic Development Fund also provided a grant of $75,000 towards this initiative and Canadian Kraft Paper Industries will invest…
Wednesday, 19 July 2023 13:56
Arctic Gateway Group prepares for significant growth
Last week Arctic Gateway Group announced that the Port of Churchill’s 2023 shipping season is in full operation and the first resupply ship arrived yesterday. “The Port is on track to see increased exports over last year,” said Arctic Gateway Group Board of Directors Chair Mike Spence. “Continued improvements on…
Thursday, 13 July 2023 09:06
Ponask’s work featured in the Manitoba Society Exhibit
Local Indigenous artist Shauna Ponask’s work is appearing again as part of another juried competition and exhibit. Ponask came across the Manitoba Society of Artists Open Juried Competition and Exhibit online and decided to try entering.“I came across this opportunity online through the Manitoba Society of Artists, and decided I…
Thursday, 13 July 2023 09:04
Street festival returns to tri-community next month
The Pas Community Renewal Corporation (TPCRC) is looking forward to bringing back the Street Festival to the tri-community again. There are lots of activities for people of all ages to engage in at this year’s Street Festival.“This year’s Street Festival will have music, games, a bounce castle, free Zumba, face…
Thursday, 13 July 2023 09:01
New Town Chief Administrative Officer appointed
The Town of The Pas has announced the hiring of a new Chief Administrative Officer. Bola Adedoyin, will begin in the role August 8 and according to a Town announcement she brings a wealth of experience and leadership to the town. Bola Adedoyin is a statistician, researcher and a senior…
Wednesday, 05 July 2023 08:04
Cranberry Portage plans monthly outdoor artisan market
With the beautiful summer weather comes plenty of outdoor activities, including market season. This year the Cranberry Portage Artisan Market is preparing their annual market in the community.“The Cranberry Portage Artisan Market began in 2019, just in time to be shut down the following year due to COVID-19,” said Cranberry…
Wednesday, 05 July 2023 08:02
Local group takes part in AIS Advisory Forum
Last week the Province announced a new group to help with the fight against and protection from aquatic invasive species (AIS). The Aquatic Invasive Species Advisory Forum was established to ensure a regionally diverse range of input was considered in terms of the testing and public education of AIS. Local…