Opasquia Times
Tuesday, 27 August 2024 12:19
Local woman crowned Miss MMIWG
The first-ever Indigenous woman to be crowned as Miss MMIWG for Manitoba is from Opaskwayak Cree Nation. Jennelle Moore was crowned as Miss MMIWG for Manitoba earlier this past spring.Moore’s cousin was one of the women who was found in the Prairie Green Landfill Site, Marcedes Myran, and because of…
Tuesday, 27 August 2024 12:23
Chalk the Walk in September
Every year there is a day that is marked for awareness for those who have suffered a loss or have thought about ending their lives by suicide. World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) will be held on September 10, 2024, and encourages people to engage and learn more about suicide prevention.“I…
Tuesday, 20 August 2024 11:17
TPCRC Street Festival
Community filled the Edwards Ave. last Saturday, August 17th, to discover and support local businesses. There were a lot of shops and activities offered to different age groups that showcases number of cultures.
Tuesday, 13 August 2024 10:47
Supporters come out for KB Memorial Walk
The Remembering Kendara Memorial Walk was held again this year on August 6, at 5 p.m., behind UCN. For this year’s memorial walk, the biggest change was the weather, as it rained towards the end of the event. Each year the Remembering Kendara Memorial Walk is held, it grows not…
Tuesday, 13 August 2024 10:51
Because She’s Adopted documentary is coming to OCN
A documentary featuring a true story about a woman’s journey through being adopted and reconnecting to her biological family has brought her to Opaskwayak Cree Nation (OCN). Kristal Parke has put together the documentary Because She’s Adopted, and shared her journey through adoption and reconnecting with her biological family.“I’ve always…
Tuesday, 06 August 2024 15:05
RCMP search for missing The Pas woman
The Pas RCMP search for missing 78-year-old femaleOn August 3, 2024, at approximately 2:30 pm, The Pas RCMP received a report of a missing 78-year-old female.Laura Skelly was last seen on July 31, 2024 at approximately 9:20 am, leaving a residence on Campbell Street in The Pas.The RCMP are concerned…
Tuesday, 06 August 2024 15:08
Trails Manitoba executive checks out Opasquia Trails
The Opasquia Trails Board hosted a very important guest to check out their recent developments on the Grace Lake Boardwalk and Boreal Trail. The executive director for Trails Manitoba was given a tour on July 17, and talked about the trail system in the area and what the organization can…
Tuesday, 30 July 2024 12:29
Town Council addresses capital project concerns
Town of The Pas Council held their regularly scheduled council meeting on July 22, at 6 p.m. in council chambers.Town of The Pas Council received a letter of resignation from Councillor Ward, which Mayor Murphy presented to council.“Councillor Ward has been a valid member of our community and still is,”…
Tuesday, 30 July 2024 12:32
Town of The Pas welcomes new HR Administrator
The Town of The Pas recently filled the position of a Human Resources Administrator to help with the management of staff and dealing with HR issues. Mubarak Adewumi worked in Human Resources in his home country and furthered his education in that field at Assiniboine Community College (ACC).“I am a…
Tuesday, 30 July 2024 12:34
CPONW concerned about zebra mussels
The threat of Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) such as zebra mussels is still very much a real threat to northern waterways in Manitoba. Riding Mountain National Park’s Clear Lake has unfortunately been exposed to zebra mussels and have had to take drastic measures of not allowing any watercraft on that…
Tuesday, 30 July 2024 12:36
From northern Manitoba to a foxhole in Ukraine
MelissaMartinWinnipeg Free PressEDITOR’S NOTE: This article was originally published in the Winnipeg Free Press on July 13, 2024. It is as originally published and reproduced with permission. This is part two of a two part series.In the months after the close call in the Kharkiv region, Luka’s injuries healed and…
Tuesday, 23 July 2024 11:03
35 years of fire service recognized by MAFC
Last month, one of The Pas Fire Department’s (TPFD) was recognized by the Manitoba Association of Fire Chiefs and presented with a 35-year Fire Service Award. Captain Keven Iles, has been serving and helping the community for longer than that.“I’m on my 42nd year with TPFD,” said TPFD Captain Iles.…
Tuesday, 23 July 2024 14:44
From northern Manitoba to a foxhole in Ukraine
MelissaMartinWinnipeg Free PressEDITOR’S NOTE: This article was originally published in the Winnipeg Free Press on July 13, 2024. It is as originally published and reproduced with permission. This will be part one of a two part series. KHARKIV, Ukraine — Luka huddled in the foxhole as the growl of Russian…
Tuesday, 16 July 2024 12:06
Fire leads to one-day closure in Otineka Mall
An unfortunate event happened in the Otineka Mall last week, that led to a small fire breaking out in one of the units on the main south floor. The fire was not caused intentionally or through vandalism, but rather a mishap.“The fire started just after midnight on July 9,” said…
Tuesday, 16 July 2024 12:15
Coming together as a family within TPFD
When a place of work brings its employees together and they form a bond similar to family, it becomes a remarkable thing to be a part of. The Pas Fire Department (TPFD) has established this kind of bond with its members and has now rallied together to help a fellow…