Opasquia Times
Tuesday, 29 April 2025 11:32
OCN breaks ground on new commercial strip
OCN is proud to announce the groundbreaking of a new commercial strip development, a project that has been 20 years in the making. The groundbreaking ceremony takes place on April 25, 2025, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter in OCN history and development. The commercial strip is located…
Tuesday, 29 April 2025 11:35
Family library night takes flight with a cultural journey to India
Opasquia School’s Family Library Night committee launched its exciting Around the World theme this month with a breathtaking trip to India—no official passport required, just imagination and community spirit.This month, families picked up their passports from Service Opasquia and boarded Flight #1024 on Opasquia Airlines. After a smooth flight, participants…
Tuesday, 29 April 2025 11:37
Tim Horton Smile Cookie Campaign is underway
Give another reason to smile. The Tim Hortons Smile Cookie Campaign has kicked off and the local Tim Hortons franchise has appointed two worthy organizations as recipients.“This year, the proceeds from the Tim Hortons Smile Cookie Campaign are going to the Opaskwayak Cree Nation Youth Centre and the Big Eddy…
Tuesday, 22 April 2025 14:07
Answering God’s calling
The Archdiocese of Keewatin-Le Pas has recently gone through some changes as Archbishop Murray Chatlain has moved on to become the archbishop for the Archdiocese in Winnipeg. As a young man, Archbishop Chatlain had a very strong calling for the clergy, which led him down this path of serving God.…
Tuesday, 22 April 2025 14:15
McKellep receives Sovereign Volunteer Medal
The tri-community has always had outstanding citizens, many of whom have been recognized and presented with awards for their community efforts. Terry McKellep has been an active volunteer for many years and sees it as a way to give back to a community that has given her family so much.“The…
Tuesday, 22 April 2025 14:16
Ritzer awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal for paramedic efforts
There are many outstanding works done by Manitobans that have been recognized and recently presented the King Charles III Coronation Medal for these efforts. Cameron Ritzer recently received this award for his work and advocacy in the paramedic profession.“I have a long history of being a paramedic advocate,” said Ritzer.…
Tuesday, 22 April 2025 14:18
McKenzie reflects on being the first-ever Miss Indigenous Canada
An Opaskwayak Cree Nation (OCN) member received the golden opportunity to be crowned the first-ever Miss Indigenous Canada last year. Jessica McKenzie has been acting as the first Miss Indigenous Canada and this opportunity has provided her with many enriching experiences.“It’s been an incredibly beautiful experience overall,” said McKenzie. “I’ve…
Tuesday, 15 April 2025 14:34
The Pas Family Resource Centre renamed
The Pas Family Resource Centre has recently undergone a name change to reflect the Indigenous values, culture and teachings it supports. Last week, an event was held and the Minisewin Family Resource Centre was unveiled.“The Pas Family Resource Centre has been undergoing transformation for many years and has evolved to…
Tuesday, 15 April 2025 14:36
Local candidate runs for PPC in federal election
This year’s federal election has four choices for voters to choose from in the Churchill – Keewatinook Aski Riding. The Opasquia Times had an interview with NDP candidate Niki Ashton a few weeks back and had no luck connecting with the Liberal Party of Canada candidate Rebecca Chartrand and Conservative…
Tuesday, 15 April 2025 14:37
Princess Ball tickets on sale
All the princesses in the tri-community can get their gowns out for The Pas and Area Animal Shelter has their annual Princess Ball fundraiser tickets on sale. This is an event that not only raises money for a good cause but is one that people of all ages can enjoy.“Any…
Tuesday, 15 April 2025 14:39
Local students experience the culture and beauty of France
Students from The Pas recently came back from their exchange trip to France. It was an experience they were looking forward to and provided a world of memories and experiences they will never forget.“There were 16 students with the majority from the high school and a few from the middle…
Tuesday, 15 April 2025 14:40
Blizzard punch ticket to MJHL Final
For the first time since 2017, the Northern Manitoba Blizzard will vie for the Turnbull Cup.The Blizzard swept the Winker Flyers out of the playoffs Thursday night, denying the defending champions, and the top seeded team in the MJHL, a chance to repeat.“The sweep was never a thing for us…
Tuesday, 15 April 2025 14:45
OCN Storm Junior B Team wins the KJHL Cup
Fresh off winning the Keystone Junior Hockey League (KJHL) Cup, the OCN Storm Junior B Hockey Team headed to Alberta last weekend to compete in the 2025 Central Canada Cup. This season has been a challenging one for the OCN Storm Junior B Hockey Team, however, all the obstacles helped…
Tuesday, 08 April 2025 11:47
Antonio siblings receive King Charles III’s Coronation Medals
Brother and sister duo, Randy and Cheryl Antonio, recently received recognition and were awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal last week in Winnipeg. Both siblings have contributed a lot to society and are each deserving of the award.Randy has spent some time away from The Pas but has had…
Tuesday, 08 April 2025 11:49
View the best in Canadian films
If you love films, then there is an event coming up in the tri-community that you won’t want to miss. The Storyteller’s Film Festival looks for the best Manitoba and Canadian-made films to draw in views to celebrate National Canadian Film Day.“This is The Storyteller’s Film Festival’s 12th year,” said…