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Wednesday, 22 March 2023 11:50
Podcast provides space for young northern voices
On February 28th Owen Dawe and Jann Brooks were joined by Arlo and Jo to discuss their identities as two-spirited youth in the north. This was the first podcast that was launched under Young Voices of The North, an initiative funded through Say Yes! to Kids grant.Since that first podcast…
Tuesday, 14 March 2023 14:30
Legion reflects on another successful Chase the Ace
After an exciting round of Chase the Ace that saw the pot grow and the cards shrink, the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 19 The Pas executive has taken a moment to reflect on another fantastic round. “We definitely want to thank the volunteers, members, non-members, staff and of course our…
Wednesday, 08 March 2023 10:08
Three generations share love of dog sled racing
A family bond is much more than just a DNA match; it can be about having similar passions, talents, and interests. This is the case for the Stevenson family. Norm Stevenson has been racing dogs for many years and got into mushing from other members of his family.“I got my…
Wednesday, 08 March 2023 10:00
Three old guys on a snowmobile adventure
A group of avid snowmobilers have embarked on a cross-country snowmobile journey from Grand Rapids, Minnesota to Fairbanks, Alaska and will be passing through Swan River and The Pas on their trek. Rob Hallstrom is the youngest rider in the group at age 65, Paul Dick is 72 and Rex…
Wednesday, 08 March 2023 09:59
Take a walk on the boardwalk with Opasquia Trails
A big portion of the Opasquia Trails project has been in the works and it’s got lots of people excited for the finished product. The boardwalk component of the trail has been laid out over the ice and now the Opasquia Trails Board is putting all the pieces of the…
Wednesday, 08 March 2023 09:58
Sled Friendly designation a boost for snowmobilers
Winter tourism is a market that northern Manitoba can really capitalize on and for the most part has. Now The Pas can boast another tourist attraction, this one drawing in all snowmobilers. Recently The Pas received a Sled Friendly certification that will help promote not only snowmobilers to the area,…
Wednesday, 01 March 2023 08:32
Queen Trapper no stranger to Trappers’ competition
This year’s Northern Manitoba Trappers’ Festival’s (NMTF) Queen Trapper is no stranger to the event. Clarissa Burns was crowned as 2023 Queen Trapper and she has been competing in events at the festival since she was a teen. She rarely misses an opportunity to come out to NMTF.“Although I reside…
Wednesday, 01 March 2023 08:28
Last minute decision pays off for King Trapper
When it comes to participating in King and Queen Trapper at this year’s Northern Manitoba Trappers’ Festival, it seems like the winners who were crowned were well-seasoned competitors. This year’s King Trapper, Chris Perchaluk, has attended several Trappers’ Festivals over the years and competed, however entering this year was unplanned.“I’ve…
Wednesday, 01 March 2023 08:19
Childhood dream comes true with crowning
The Northern Manitoba Trappers’ Festival (NMFT) has come and gone for another year, and a new Fur Queen has been crowned. The NMFT 2023 Fur Queen is Gloria Ballantyne-Packo, First Princess is Cadence Easter, and Second Princess is Airianna Bignell-Beardy. For Ballantyne-Packo, being crowned NMFT Fur Queen has been a…
Wednesday, 01 March 2023 08:12
First time’s a charm for carver
A person never knows when a hobby or interest that they have as a child can become a passion when they get older. Grandview resident Lindsey Morran has been mixing up his time with a few different projects, but lately has been drawn into the world of chainsaw carving. Morran’s…
Wednesday, 22 February 2023 08:33
Finding family roots in Opaskwayak
For Shannon Saise-Marshall, finding out about her family would be a journey that would take her from England to Opaskwayak Cree Nation (OCN). Her parents passed away when she was quite young leaving her to be put up for adoption. She was on a journey to find out her identity…
Tuesday, 14 February 2023 13:26
Creating amazing snow art
Just outside of The Pas airport is a beautiful snow sculpture that both residents and visitors can take in. Calm Air came up with the concept of commissioning an artist to design a snow sculpture to both celebrate the community and the upcoming Trapper’s Festival.“At Calm Air, we are beyond…
Tuesday, 14 February 2023 13:29
Local musher hits top five In Stage Stop race
Local musher Donny Poulin recently competed in the Pedigree Stage Stop Race in Wyoming this past month. Poulin grew up with dog sled racing and has been in the sport since he was a young boy.“I was born into this sport,” said Poulin. “My dad had dogs since he was…
Tuesday, 14 February 2023 13:31
Women in OCN Home Builders Program graduate
The times are changing and we’re starting to see more and more women embarking upon trades than ever before. The demand for carpenters, electricians and plumbers is high, so there are countless opportunities for women to get into this line of work. In a joint partnership, Opaskwayak Cree Nation Education…
Tuesday, 14 February 2023 13:33
OCN singer draws attention at the 2023 Grammy Awards
Every year at the Grammy Awards there are always highlights that are featured, usually of mega-famed super star artists, but this year some of the attendees in the crowd were highlighted as well. Opaskwayak Cree Nation (OCN) singer, Rhonda Head, attended the 2023 Grammy Awards in Los Angeles on Feb.…