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Homegrown Business: Alyssa Winzinowich of Prairie Wolf Bakery

May 4, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Alyssa Winzinowich is a Winnipeg-based baker and entrepreneur—and one of the co-founders behind Prairie Wolf Bakery, a micro-bakery rooted in Manitoba soil. Co-owned with her sister Natasha, the business specializes in handcrafted sourdough breads and […]

Councillors of the Provisional Government of the Métis Nation. Front row, L-R: Robert O'Lone, Paul Proulx. Centre row, L-R: Pierre Poitras, John Bruce, Louis Riel, John O'Donoghue, François Dauphinais. Back row, L-R: Bonnet Tromage, Pierre de Lorme, Thomas Bunn, Xavier Page, Baptiste Beauchemin, Baptiste Tournond, Joseph (Thomas?) Spence[1] This image is frequently listed with the caption that the persons in the photograph are councillors of the Provisional Government of the Métis Nation, however, there are several persons in the image who were not councillors in the Legislative Assembly, but did hold offices at different levels of the provisional government.

The History of the Red River Rebellion

April 30, 2026 admin

The Red River Rebellion, also known as the Red River Resistance, stands as one of the most defining moments in the early history of Winnipeg and Manitoba. It was not simply a rebellion in the […]

Charitable Choices: Anna Kernaghan of Ka Ni Kanichihk

April 28, 2026 Emilea Semancik

In 2001, a group of Traditional Elders, Indigenous Grandmothers, and community members came together with a shared vision: to strengthen social and economic opportunities for the growing Indigenous community in Winnipeg. More than two decades […]

Homegrown Business: Madeleine Olvera of Modern Electric Lunch

April 27, 2026 Jocelyne Sobie

Modern Electric Lunch sits right in the flow of downtown Winnipeg, serving as a meeting point for commuters, students, travellers, and anyone in search of a solid breakfast or lunch. With its location on Main Street […]

Charitable Choices: Kelly O’Donnell of Wildlife Haven Rehabilitation Centre

April 21, 2026 Emilea Semancik

At Wildlife Haven Rehabilitation Centre, every rescue tells a story of resilience and second chances for Manitoba’s wildlife. We spoke with Kelly O’Donnell, Communications & Engagement Coordinator, about the centre’s life-saving work, its growing connection […]

Homegrown Business: Nicole of Eadha Bakery Worker Co-Op

April 20, 2026 Bronwyn Lewis

Located in the West End of Winnipeg, Eadha Bakery Co-Op is a small but mighty bakery that specializes in sourdough bread and pastries. In addition to providing delicious baked goods, Eadha also supports their community […]

Charitable Choices: Kristie Pearson of Linking Hope

April 14, 2026 Bronwyn Lewis

Linking Hope is a Manitoba-based nonprofit organization that works to collect and redistribute surplus items and food in the community. Through community connections, they collect donations. Then the team sorts and prepares the items in […]

Homegrown Business: Christie Dawn of Rainbow Earth

April 13, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Christie Dawn runs Daytripper, Manitoba’s only adult field trip service exclusively for women, offering transportation and curated experiences to those who don’t drive, lack vehicles, or simply aren’t comfortable navigating beyond city limits. Operating out […]

Charitable Choices: Vince Barletta of Harvest Manitoba

April 7, 2026 Bronwyn Lewis

Harvest Manitoba is the largest food distributor of its kind in Canada. For over 35 years, they have worked to collect and share food with hungry children, hardworking families and struggling adults across the province. […]

Homegrown Business: Willows Christopher of Maple Leaf Rubber Stamp

April 6, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Willows Christopher directs Maple Leaf Rubber Stamp, a Winnipeg institution founded in 1932 that’s been manufacturing rubber stamps, promotional buttons, award ribbons, and engraved items for nearly a century from its Sargent Park location at […]