Opasquia Times News
Wednesday, 05 February 2025 10:08
MHRN releases annual report
Manitoba Harm Reduction Network (MHRN) released their 2023-2024 yearly report with the focus being to create a safer, more inclusive Manitoba by challenging harmful systems and advocating for respect and safety for all.“There are many positive outcomes which you can see in our annual reports and evaluation on our website…
Tuesday, 28 January 2025 11:46
Ponask’s work on display at Sam Waller Museum
Sam Waller Museum has done an excellent job showcasing some extremely talented artists, especially local ones. Their most recent exhibit features work done by local artist Shauna Ponask. Ponask’s work has been on display throughout Manitoba at various points and over the past few years, she has been featured in…
Tuesday, 28 January 2025 11:48
RCMP staffing crisis impacts The Pas
Many communities in Manitoba are crying out about police shortages, but very few are faced with the level of RCMP officer vacancies that The Pas has been experiencing. Some communities are complaining about having anywhere from two to five positions vacant. Meanwhile, The Pas is operating with only 12 of…
Wednesday, 22 January 2025 11:23
NMTF plans are underway
Preparations are underway for this year’s Northern Manitoba Trappers’ Festival (NMTF) and it’s already off to a great start as this year will see the return of the World Championship Dog Sled Races.“Everything is on track for this year’s NMTF,” said NMTF Vice Chair Jenn Cook. “We’re excited that the…
Wednesday, 15 January 2025 09:54
MB Envirothon returns to The Pas
A provincial annual hands-on environmental education competition for high school students is returning to The Pas this year. The Manitoba Envirothon will host one of its five regional events in The Pas as part of the northern district in April 2025.“The Manitoba Envirothon is an annual hands-on environmental education competition…
Wednesday, 15 January 2025 09:53
Searching for paid on-call firefighters
The Pas Fire Department is looking to grow its firefighting team by recruiting paid on-call firefighters to join their ranks. The department is not fully staffed and hopes this can help attract some new members.“According to our by-law, we are allowed to have a maximum of 30 firefighters,” said The…
Wednesday, 15 January 2025 09:51
RCMP search for male wanted on weapons charges and assault
Michael Mason Campbell, 27, is wanted by Moose Lake RCMP for Assault x2, along with a number of weapons charges.Campbell is 5’6” tall, 145lbs and travels frequently between Moose Lake and The Pas. He is considered armed and dangerous, and if seen, do not approach. Please call Moose Lake RCMP…
Tuesday, 17 December 2024 16:14
O’Rourke fights for his life in Dubai prison
Many of us are wishing for a Merry Christmas, but some are hoping and praying for freedom and their lives. Former resident, 64-year-old Maurice Kevin O’Rourke has been fighting for both his life and freedom from a prison in Dubai. O’Rourke was on his way to South Africa to meet…
Wednesday, 11 December 2024 15:50
Preventing fires when plugging in
Winter is here and with that comes the joys of plugging in one’s vehicle to ensure it will start in the winter. One thing that is overlooked is fire prevention when it comes to plugging in vehicles during the coldest winter months.“Faulty or improperly maintained heaters can overheat, leading to…
Wednesday, 11 December 2024 15:45
OCN under interim semi-lockdown
The Opaskwayak Cree Nation Chief and Council have ordered a semi-lockdown of the Opaskwayak Cree Nation effective as of November 30, 2024, directly due to the recent increase in criminal activity we have been experiencing.The Opaskwayak Cree Nation has been dealing with the escalation of gang violence, drugs, assaults, suicides…
Tuesday, 03 December 2024 12:10
Bus service returns to The Pas
Regular bus service is resuming between Winnipeg and northern Manitoba with some major improvements. Kasper Transportation, the largest bus operator in northwestern Ontario, will be offering scheduled bus service from Winnipeg to The Pas starting this week. The news comes just in time for the holiday season.“There was a void…
Tuesday, 03 December 2024 12:21
KSD looking to fill positions
Kelsey School Division held its regularly scheduled meeting on November 18. The division has been busy with programming for students and recently had students engaged in another successful bison harvest.“We just had another bison harvest again,” said KSD Superintendent Trevor Lane. “The students love it and we work with Around…
Tuesday, 19 November 2024 12:05
Getting ready for snow
As we roll into the last weeks of November, we all know that snow is soon upon us and with that comes winter driving and snow removal. The Town of The Pas has set guidelines for how the public works department manages and handles snow removal operations in the community.“Our…
Tuesday, 19 November 2024 12:08
Head part of Grammy-nominated album
Opaskwayak Cree Nation’s rising star Rhonda Head is now part of a Grammy-nominated album for this year’s upcoming awards. Head collaborated with Antonio Vergara on his album The Fury and it recently was nominated for the Grammy’s Best Contemporary Blues Album.“Antonio is from Ecuador and is a fantastic musician,” said…
Tuesday, 12 November 2024 11:12
Town welcomes new youth councillor
At yesterday’s Town of The Pas Council Meeting, council welcomed their new youth councillor to the table. Eniola Atoyebi will act as the Town of The Pas’ Youth Councillor and participate in the council meetings going forward. Atoyebi is a high school student with a keen interest in community development…