Opasquia Times
Tuesday, 18 November 2025 11:34
Antonio recognized for 20 years with 4H
Being a part of 4-H gives youth many opportunities to build and grow essential skills that are needed in everyday life as a part of learning. 4-H stands for Head, Heart, Hands and Health, all components which we need for survival. Local 4-H The Pas Helping Hands Leader Cheryl Antonio…
Tuesday, 18 November 2025 11:32
Roadrunners host Brent Lechelt Invitational
The Pas Roadrunners Swim Club hosted a memorable weekend of competition, community, and inspiration at this year’s Brent Lechelt Invitational, held on Saturday, November 8, 2025.The annual meet brought together swimmers, families, and volunteers from across the tri-community and beyond to celebrate the sport of swimming and honour Brent Lechelt,…
Monday, 10 November 2025 09:26
Aurora Optical ready to provide optometrist services
A new optical place has opened up and is ready to serve the tri-community when it comes to vision needs. Aurora Optical held its grand opening on Wednesday, October 5, at its location in the Otineka Mall.“When I started exploring the idea of Aurora Optical, I spent a lot of…
Tuesday, 04 November 2025 13:09
The Pas Regional Library hosts new reading and writing club
If you are looking for a quiet place to read or write the next best-selling novel, The Pas Regional Library has the perfect option for you. A new Silent Writing and Reading Club has started and it gives people a place without day-to-day distractions to focus on reading and writing…
Tuesday, 04 November 2025 13:06
Former astronaut and exhibition is coming to UCN
The University College of the North, in partnership with The Pas Guest List, will display former astronaut, Dr. Roberta Bondar’s travelling exhibit, “Patterns & Parallels: The Great Imperative to Survive”. Bondar’s exhibition is made up of selected high-resolution images from the project, Space for Birds. By integrating three perspectives of…
Tuesday, 28 October 2025 16:18
Pursuit leads to seven arrests – drug trafficking charges
On October 15, 2025, at approximately 2 a.m., Manitoba First Nations Police Service officers in Opaskwayak Cree Nation attempted a traffic stop on a suspicious vehicle. The vehicle fled at a high rate of speed into The Pas and eventually became stuck in snow. Along with the assistance of The…
Tuesday, 28 October 2025 16:16
Running the distance
The tri-community has a small dedicated niche of runners and joggers who strive to go the distance when it comes to running. It’s not only a daily form of exercise for them, but can also lead to competitive challenges and marathons.Recently, Lia and Patti Marin travelled to Toronto to participate…
Tuesday, 28 October 2025 16:12
Creating from the mind
Local artist and metal sculptor Dan Jones recently displayed his artwork during Culture Days at an event held at Opasquia Trails. Visitors got to see his detailed and intricate artwork up close and personal. For Jones, his work has been something he stumbled upon and has felt a deep connection…
Tuesday, 21 October 2025 15:27
Beardy takes on new role at TPFC
The Pas Friendship Centre (TPFC) has a new leader at the helm of its organization. Rhoda Beardy has accepted the role of executive director for TPFC after being with the organization for quite some time.“My first involvement with the Friendship Centre Movement was back in 1999, when I worked as…
Tuesday, 21 October 2025 15:25
TPFC takes two youth to Rise Up Conference
Two youth from The Pas Friendship Centre’s Youth Leadership Team attended the Rise Up: Youth Leadership Days at the Legislature in Winnipeg. Addison Ward and Gabrielle Fulmore are two grade 11 students who attend Margaret Barbour Collegiate Institute, went to the Rise Up: Youth Leadership Days with The Pas Friendship…
Tuesday, 21 October 2025 15:23
First winter storm comes early
The Thanksgiving weekend was a different one for everyone in the tri-community area this year. The first taste of winter arrived on October 12 and impacted hydro for many living in the area and even ruined Thanksgiving dinner as well.“Manitoba Hydro started receiving reports of power outages throughout eastern and…