Opasquia Times
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 19:41
Dignitaries weigh in on Northern Manitoba Trappers’ Festival
The Northern Manitoba Trapper’s Festival (NMTF) brings in government dignitaries on various levels and this year was no different. Some of the dignitaries are long-standing attenders of the festival and for some, it was their first time experiencing what the NMTF had to offer.“This was my first year at the…
Tuesday, 24 February 2026 19:43
Wescana Inn under new ownership
A long-standing business in The Pas is under new ownership. The new owner is Leo Ho and his family has ties to the Swan Valley area, where his grandfather ran a restaurant. His entrepreneurial spirit derives from the work ethic his family instilled in him.“My parents worked in the Quon’s…
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 12:58
The Archdiocese of Keewatin-Le Pas welcomes new archbishop
A new archbishop has been ordained for the Archdiocese of Keewatin-LePas. Archbishop Fr. Susai Jesu, O.M.I., was consecrated last month to oversee the ministry of over 50,000 Catholics in northern Manitoba and Saskatchewan. Archbishop Jesu came from humble beginnings in India, but found his calling very early in life.“I’m the…
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, 27 January 2026 12:32
International foods now available in The Pas
A new food store has opened up in The Pas and it’s providing a flavour and taste unique to most of northern Manitoba and even Canada. Graceland International Foods is bringing the authentic taste of Africa to the table. For many newcomers, it can be hard to find the foods…
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 13:09
Haukaas family makes landmark donation to TPTCF
The Pas Tri-Community Foundation (TPTCF) is proud to announce a generous $100,000 contribution from Murray and Karen Haukaas, the Haukaas Family, and the team at Twin Motors, directed to TPTCF’s Community Unrestricted Fund. This remarkable gift will provide flexible support for local programs and initiatives across The Pas, Opaskwayak Cree…