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Tuesday, 25 November 2025 12:24
Indigenous youth choir to head to Italy in 2026
The Arts for Manitoba Indigenous Youth Choir has been accomplishing great things in a short span of time. The choir consists of Rhonda Head as the Choral Director, Ava Meconse from Pinaymootang First Nation, Avery Pelletier from Skownan First Nation, Georgianna Blacksmith from Opaskwayak Cree Nation and Ja’Keira Lynch from…
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, 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, 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 15:25
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 15:27
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…
Monday, 29 September 2025 09:23
NWRIS honoured at Mosaic Awards
The Province announced the first recipients of the Manitoba Mosaic Awards on September 19, 2025. The Manitoba Mosaic Awards were created to recognize the outstanding contributions of newcomers, immigrants, refugees and community partners.There were six Mosaic Awards created: Community Spark Award, Young Bridge Builder Award, Newcomer Trailblazer Award, Welcoming Community…
Monday, 29 September 2025 09:25
MFNP makes a strong presence in OCN
The Manitoba First Nations Police (MFNP) have had a strong presence in Opaskwayak Cree Nation (OCN) and have been serving First Nations communities for some time. It gives First Nations people an opportunity to be a part of the safety solution in First Nations communities.“Our police officers, like the RCMP,…
Monday, 29 September 2025 09:27
McDonald receive Manitoba Arts Council Award
A long-standing and dedicated member of The Pas Arts Council was recognized for their efforts in promoting and bringing the arts to the community. Jan McDonald has been involved with The Pas Arts Council for 40 years and continues to volunteer with it because she loves it.“I joined The Pas…
Tuesday, 09 September 2025 14:02
2025 Opaskwayak Indigenous Day Princess and Reigning Court
The 60th Annual Opaskwayak Indigenous Days (OID) Princess and Reigning Court consists of OID Senior Princess Lexi Bercier, 1st Princess Jersey Young and 2nd Princess Kimberly Flett.“It was such a surreal experience,” said 2025 OID Senior Princess Lexi Bercier. “Throughout the week, it never really hit me that I was…
Tuesday, 09 September 2025 14:04
OCN’s Rhonda Head releases new album
Opaskwayak musician and singer Rhonda Head has pieced together another album and released it late last month. Her new album, Iskwaywuk, features a collaboration of other musicians as well as a strong family connection.“I’m always writing and wanting to record another album,” said Head. “I’ve been working on this album…
Tuesday, 12 August 2025 12:46
Chamber looks to recruit new board members
The Pas/OCN Chamber of Commerce is looking to recruit some new board members to help promote local economic development and bring businesses owners together in a sense of collaboration. The board has some core values that they follow to advocate for its members.“The primary role of a board member is…
Tuesday, 12 August 2025 12:49
Gearing up for this year’s Street Festival
This month seems to be a time for festivals in the tri-community. Another great event coming up is The Pas Community Renewal Corporation’s (TPCRC) Street Festival. It promises to have something for everyone to either purchase or an activity to do.“The Street Festival welcomes vendors of local and home-based businesses,…
Tuesday, 29 July 2025 14:07
Opasquia Trails focus on progress at AGM
The Opasquia Trails held their Annual General Meeting (AGM) on July 19 at the Grace Lake Boardwalk. The past year was discussed and the goals that were accomplished.“The AGM focused on highlights from our 2024 year,” said Opasquia Trails Board Member Meagan Molin. “This included all of the progress and…
Tuesday, 29 July 2025 14:10
Physician’s son pens memoir about his father’s time in The Pas
Many in the tri-community will remember Dr. William Fouad and his time as a physician in northern Manitoba. Dr. Fouad’s son, Paul, has penned a memoir of his parents’ experiences, from migrating to another country to settling in northern Manitoba. Recently, Dr. Fouad and his wife, Laura, celebrated their 60th…