Opasquia Times
Tuesday, 06 August 2024 15:05
RCMP search for missing The Pas woman
The Pas RCMP search for missing 78-year-old femaleOn August 3, 2024, at approximately 2:30 pm, The Pas RCMP received a report of a missing 78-year-old female.Laura Skelly was last seen on July 31, 2024 at approximately 9:20 am, leaving a residence on Campbell Street in The Pas.The RCMP are concerned…
Tuesday, 06 August 2024 15:08
Trails Manitoba executive checks out Opasquia Trails
The Opasquia Trails Board hosted a very important guest to check out their recent developments on the Grace Lake Boardwalk and Boreal Trail. The executive director for Trails Manitoba was given a tour on July 17, and talked about the trail system in the area and what the organization can…
Tuesday, 30 July 2024 12:29
Town Council addresses capital project concerns
Town of The Pas Council held their regularly scheduled council meeting on July 22, at 6 p.m. in council chambers.Town of The Pas Council received a letter of resignation from Councillor Ward, which Mayor Murphy presented to council.“Councillor Ward has been a valid member of our community and still is,”…
Tuesday, 30 July 2024 12:32
Town of The Pas welcomes new HR Administrator
The Town of The Pas recently filled the position of a Human Resources Administrator to help with the management of staff and dealing with HR issues. Mubarak Adewumi worked in Human Resources in his home country and furthered his education in that field at Assiniboine Community College (ACC).“I am a…
Tuesday, 30 July 2024 12:34
CPONW concerned about zebra mussels
The threat of Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) such as zebra mussels is still very much a real threat to northern waterways in Manitoba. Riding Mountain National Park’s Clear Lake has unfortunately been exposed to zebra mussels and have had to take drastic measures of not allowing any watercraft on that…
Tuesday, 30 July 2024 12:36
From northern Manitoba to a foxhole in Ukraine
MelissaMartinWinnipeg Free PressEDITOR’S NOTE: This article was originally published in the Winnipeg Free Press on July 13, 2024. It is as originally published and reproduced with permission. This is part two of a two part series.In the months after the close call in the Kharkiv region, Luka’s injuries healed and…
Tuesday, 23 July 2024 11:03
35 years of fire service recognized by MAFC
Last month, one of The Pas Fire Department’s (TPFD) was recognized by the Manitoba Association of Fire Chiefs and presented with a 35-year Fire Service Award. Captain Keven Iles, has been serving and helping the community for longer than that.“I’m on my 42nd year with TPFD,” said TPFD Captain Iles.…
Tuesday, 23 July 2024 14:44
From northern Manitoba to a foxhole in Ukraine
MelissaMartinWinnipeg Free PressEDITOR’S NOTE: This article was originally published in the Winnipeg Free Press on July 13, 2024. It is as originally published and reproduced with permission. This will be part one of a two part series. KHARKIV, Ukraine — Luka huddled in the foxhole as the growl of Russian…
Tuesday, 16 July 2024 12:06
Fire leads to one-day closure in Otineka Mall
An unfortunate event happened in the Otineka Mall last week, that led to a small fire breaking out in one of the units on the main south floor. The fire was not caused intentionally or through vandalism, but rather a mishap.“The fire started just after midnight on July 9,” said…
Tuesday, 16 July 2024 12:15
Coming together as a family within TPFD
When a place of work brings its employees together and they form a bond similar to family, it becomes a remarkable thing to be a part of. The Pas Fire Department (TPFD) has established this kind of bond with its members and has now rallied together to help a fellow…
Tuesday, 16 July 2024 12:17
A first experience at Sundance for Antonio
An important and traditional Indigenous ceremony was held again in the Opaskwayak Cree Nation. Opaskwayak Sundance was from July 4 to 7 and brought forth many to celebrate Indigenous culture and healing. For Cheryl Antonio and some others, this was a first-time experience at Sundance, and it was a remarkable…
Tuesday, 09 July 2024 10:14
Deputy Fire Chief moves into department’s top job
Just last week The Town of The Pas passed the resolution to appoint a new fire chief for The Pas Fire Department as the position was vacant. This allowed the department’s current deputy fire chief to step into that role. Byron Shangraw is the perfect candidate to lead The Pas…
Tuesday, 09 July 2024 10:18
Accessibility and more empathy needed in the tri-community
Accessibility is a huge factor in determining how welcoming a community can be, especially towards those with disabilities. One resident in The Pas has faced some challenges and an encounter that no one should have to go through, but she remains positive that improvements can be made to make The…
Tuesday, 09 July 2024 10:20
Designer’s work wows crowd at Lilac and Lace Luncheon
Local Indigenous fashion designer and creator Shauna Ponask stunned a crowd yet again with another one of her designs. This time Ponask’s creation was modelled at this year’s annual Nellie McClung Lilac and Lace Luncheon in Winnipeg at the Fort Garry Hotel. The event took place on June 20 and…
Tuesday, 09 July 2024 10:22
Manitoba Underground Opera returns to the community
Children in The Pas will once again have the chance to experience a storytime-like opera through the Manitoba Underground Opera as the organization resumes their summer tour throughout rural and northern Manitoba..“Manitoba Underground Opera’s Neighbourhood Opera Tour, which was previously known as our Opera for Children Tour, is a summer…