Opasquia Times
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…
Tuesday, 16 December 2025 13:11
Sam Waller Museum hires Education and Programming Coordinator
There is a new friendly face working at the Sam Waller Museum as the Education and Programming Coordinator. David Makepeace has been working at the museum for a few weeks now and is also a new addition to the community.“I started in this role and arrived here in The Pas…
Tuesday, 16 December 2025 13:13
Sharing and experiencing another culture
Opaskwayak Education Services (OES) has been committed to learning more about other cultures on an educational level as well as sharing Indigenous culture around the world. One way this has been happening is through a world conference that brings together several Aboriginal and Indigenous cultures all over the world to…
Tuesday, 09 December 2025 12:55
MNFP host toy drive for kids for Christmas
The Manitoba First Nations Police Services Opaskwayak Cree Nation Detachment is looking to brighten up Christmas for some children in Opaskwayak Cree Nation (OCN). They are hosting a toy drive to collect as many new toys or gifts for children this holiday season.“MFNP wants to make sure all the kids…
Tuesday, 09 December 2025 13:00
Thomas releases children’s book on Indigenous culture
A post-secondary student and now author has published a children’s book on Indigenous culture and teachings that is now available for purchase. Phoenix R. Thomas recently wrote, illustrated and published the book, The Adventures of Lily and Mini: Did You Know? Animal Edition!. Thomas resides in The Pas and attends…
Tuesday, 25 November 2025 12:22
Planning is well underway for 2026 Trappers’ Festival
As we wait for the snow to arrive, planning for the 2026 Northern Manitoba Trappers’ Festival (NMTF) is well underway. Many of the events are in the process of being planned.“The NMTF Board of Directors are in full planning stages,” said NMTF Vice Chair Jenn Cook. “With so many different…
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…
