Opasquia Times
Tuesday, 25 March 2025 11:38
Froese hailed as the 2025 Manitoba Provincial Wrestling Champion
Local resident 18-year-old Landon Froese has been focused on competing in contact sports for quite some time. He got his start with jiu-jitsu and has now transitioned to wrestling.“Last spring, I went to Montreal, competed there and won gold in jiu-jitsu,” said Froese. “I went up against some tough opponents.…
Tuesday, 25 March 2025 11:36
Fred Fox speaks to students about his brother, Terry and his legacy
Students in schools had the opportunity to connect with Fred Fox, brother of Terry Fox, and hear about how the Terry Fox Run has grown and what it has done for cancer research.“It was amazing to be up in The Pas talking with the students,” said Fox. “I do a…
Tuesday, 25 March 2025 11:31
MB’s budget prepares for some potentially tough economic times
The Province announced their 2025 budget last Thursday and is forecasting a deficit. Right now the Manitoba government is predicting a deficit that could range from $800 million to $1.9 billion, due to the uncertainty of a tariff war with the United States.The Province is preparing to provide up to…
Tuesday, 18 March 2025 14:07
New art display at Sam Waller Museum
The Sam Waller Museum is hosting a new exhibit in the Susan McCharles Gallery. Residual Effects by Crystal Thorburn is now on display until May 20, 2025. Thorburn’s work is part of the Manitoba Arts Network’s Visual Arts Touring Exhibition. This thought-provoking show invites visitors to reflect on themes of…
Tuesday, 18 March 2025 14:03
Jimmy Jackfish Ice Fishing Derby reels in success
The annual Jimmy Jackfish Ice Fishing Derby was a resounding success drawing more than 400 participants from across Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and even as far as Ontario and Alberta.“We were excited to host such a great turnout,” said Johanna McLauchlan, chairperson of the derby. “It’s amazing to see so many people…
Tuesday, 18 March 2025 13:59
The Pas 4-H Helping Hands brush up on communication skills
The Pas Helping Hands hosted its annual Communications Extravaganza on March 5, 2025, at The Pas Golden Agers Centre. Communications is a year-round activity. We include communication training throughout the year. Having members make motions, stand to answer a creative roll call, or participate in group discussions will give members…
Tuesday, 18 March 2025 13:28
Canada is fighting back against tariffs
When it comes to the threat of tariffs, Canada is pushing back against the U.S. and not letting our country be pushed around. Minister Terry Duguid, former Minister of Prairies Economic Development spoke with the Opasquia Times about how the federal government is supporting Manitobans and Canadians through this economic…
Tuesday, 18 March 2025 13:26
TPAAS still on intake freeze
The Pas and Area Animal Shelter (TPAAS) is still operating on an intake freeze, due to reaching maximum capacity at the shelter and through the fosters available. All of these animals are looking to be adopted into their forever home or even fostered until a home becomes available for them.“The…
Tuesday, 18 March 2025 13:23
Making a tough decision
The closure of The Pas Association for Human Development (TPAHD) has been a tough one for not only the tri-community but the board, staff and clients who were directly involved with the organization. What many may not realize is that program funding for people with disabilities hasn’t been increased in…
Wednesday, 12 March 2025 07:50
Lussier connects to IT for a rewarding career
Many who have spent time growing up in the tri-community area and then moved on, got their initial start in life through some of the things the area had to offer. For former resident, D’Arcy Lussier, this was no different. His family was well-known in the area for their roles…
Wednesday, 12 March 2025 07:48
Progress made on Opasquia Trails upgrades
Spring is underway and many are eager to get out and about after what has felt like a long, cold winter. The Opasquia Trails has been undergoing some maintenance and upgrade work to accommodate more trail users and become an accessible trail for all people to use. The work started…
Wednesday, 12 March 2025 07:45
BWHC to host a 2-Spirit Gala
An event that aims to bring people together is coming to the tri-community. Beatrice Wilson Health is hosting a 2-Spirit Gala next week as a way to create a safe and more inclusive community.“This came about from some harm reduction funding and there have been a multitude of things that…
Wednesday, 12 March 2025 07:43
Khan looking to lead Manitoba’s PC party
Manitoba’s Progressive Conservative Party is getting ready to elect a new leader for the party. PC leadership candidate Obby Khan has been getting out to rural communities with plans to come to northern Manitoba to engage with PC party members and Manitobans alike.“Travelling all over Manitoba, grassroots party and new…
Tuesday, 04 March 2025 11:58
MAHCP issues a strike deadline
The Manitoba Association of Health Care Professionals (MAHCP) issued a strike deadline for 7,000 allied healthcare professionals, which would impact services such as non-emergency surgical procedures, lab and diagnostic tests, including MRI, CT, ultrasounds, PET, ECHO and EEG. It would also impact radiation treatments at CancerCare, therapeutic and rehabilitation treatments…
Tuesday, 04 March 2025 11:56
O’Rourke is coming home
After eight gruelling months of being detained in a Dubai prison, Maurice Kevin O’Rourke is finally on his way home. O’Rourke was waiting on an appeal that was delayed twice, but just last week, his family finally got the news they were praying for.“It is with immense gratitude that we…