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Tuesday, 14 April 2026 10:48
The Storytellers’ Festival showcases Canadian films for free
If you love films, you will have the chance to take in some Canadian-made films at this year’s Storytellers’ Film Festival, being held in The Pas.“The Storytellers’ Film Festival is being held on April 15, 2026, in The Pas Regional Library Annex beginning at 4 p.m.,” said Cheryl Antonio. “We…
Tuesday, 14 April 2026 10:49
Buck takes Swampy Cree Hand Drum to international audiences
Many musically talented and culturally gifted individuals hail from the tri-community area. These talented folks share with others their gift of music and art, or share their culture with many people. Opaskwayak Cree Nation (OCN) member Darryl Buck has been singing and playing the hand drum as a young adult.…
Tuesday, 24 March 2026 14:34
A little Irish rock is coming to the tri-community
The Pas Arts Council is bringing some Celtic rock to the tri-community area next month. The Derina Harvey Band will be performing their original songs as well as some traditional folk ones. Lead singer Derina Harvey’s powerful vocals earned her a 2025 Canadian Folk Music Award nomination for Contemporary Singer…
Tuesday, 24 March 2026 14:35
Keeping the community’s hub alive and strong
The Rall’s Island Community Park has been a hub in the community and there is a dedicated board in place that is committed to providing it a little TLC. The community park has been a great place for families, friends and youth to get together and engage in various physical…
Tuesday, 24 February 2026 19:44
New hobby and interest store opens up
A new shop, Telentors, has opened up in The Pas and provides unique items, including anime merchandise and collectibles. Telentors Owner and Operator, Claudine Pronteau, spent many years working in retail and opening up her own shop has been a long-time dream turned into reality.“I’ve always thought of opening a…
Tuesday, 24 February 2026 19:46
Head wins a World Entertainment Music Award
Opaskwayak Cree Nation singer Rhonda Head has been making music headlines all over the world and has now won a total of 54 international music awards. Earlier this year, Head received a World Entertainment Music Award, which was presented before the Grammys.The World Entertainment Awards (WEA) provide winners with recognition…
Tuesday, 24 February 2026 19:47
Making people laugh
They say laughter is the best medicine and what better way to be entertained than through comedy? One local resident has been making people laugh for quite some time and is now taking his comedy on the stage and on record. Chad Anderson grew up watching comedians. It fostered a…
Tuesday, 10 February 2026 13:02
Nabess’ life penned in a memoir
Many people whom we call friends and neighbours have lived an interesting life and it makes for quite a story to tell. Edna Nabess has lived one of those lives and is now sharing her story in a memoir she wrote called The Woman in the Polka Dot Dress.“I’m a…
Tuesday, 03 February 2026 16:08
TPFD to start Junior Firefighter Program
Youth in The Pas now have an opportunity to get a jump start on learning about serving the community and potentially a career as a firefighter. The Pas Fire Department is facilitating a Junior Firefighter Program to start in the spring.“The Junior Firefighter Program is the lifeblood of our future,…
Tuesday, 03 February 2026 16:10
Blake receives volunteer medal
Another well-deserving citizen in the tri-community has been presented with the Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers. May Yvonne Blake was recently presented this prestigious award in her home, surrounded by local dignitaries, family and close friends.“I was born in 1936 and am the oldest of a family of nine,” said Blake.…
Tuesday, 20 January 2026 12:40
Wilson appointed as new MB Hydro Board Chair
Manitoba Hydro recently announced its new chairperson for Manitoba Hydro and it’s a familiar face to the tri-community area. Jamie Wilson was recently announced for the role before the end of the year. Wilson has an accomplished background when it comes to creating movement and change in various sectors.“I’m from…
Tuesday, 23 December 2025 10:25
White Feather Creations reopens
The pandemic hurt a lot of businesses and some of them closed down permanently. White Feather Creations was one of the businesses that closed during the pandemic, but has just recently reopened. The business provides Indigenous-made items made by owner and operator Rob Nabess and his family.“White Feather Creations is…
Tuesday, 16 December 2025 13:13
Sharing and experiencing another culture
Opaskwayak Education Services (OES) has been committed to learning more about other cultures on an educational level as well as sharing Indigenous culture around the world. One way this has been happening is through a world conference that brings together several Aboriginal and Indigenous cultures all over the world to…
Tuesday, 09 December 2025 13:00
Thomas releases children’s book on Indigenous culture
A post-secondary student and now author has published a children’s book on Indigenous culture and teachings that is now available for purchase. Phoenix R. Thomas recently wrote, illustrated and published the book, The Adventures of Lily and Mini: Did You Know? Animal Edition!. Thomas resides in The Pas and attends…
Tuesday, 25 November 2025 12:22
Planning is well underway for 2026 Trappers’ Festival
As we wait for the snow to arrive, planning for the 2026 Northern Manitoba Trappers’ Festival (NMTF) is well underway. Many of the events are in the process of being planned.“The NMTF Board of Directors are in full planning stages,” said NMTF Vice Chair Jenn Cook. “With so many different…