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Doc Walker to Perform Free Show at Assiniboine Park

May 21, 2013 03:42 PM in Entertainment • 0 Comments

Doc Walker (HANDOUT)

Canadian country music stars Doc Walker will perform a free concert at Assiniboine Park this summer.

The guys will rock the Lyric Theatre on Friday, July 12 at 7 p.m. as part of the 2013 Red River Co-op Summer Entertainment Series.

“We’re absolutely thrilled to have Doc Walker as a special feature act this season,” said Trevor Clearwater, director of park services. “They’re a fantastic band and I have no doubt that we’ll see record numbers of people at the park for this concert.”

Car-Sharing Co-op Doubles Fleet in Winnipeg

May 21, 2013 01:47 PM in News • 0 Comments

Peg City Car Co-op A Winnipeg car-sharing service has doubled its fleet of fuel-efficient vehicles around central city neighbouhoods.

Peg City Car Co-op is expanding its service to include West Broadway, Corydon Village, the University of Winnipeg, and further into downtown Winnipeg.

“This is a big step for the car co-op. By doubling our fleet, we can expand the carshare network to serve more neighbourhoods and provide even better service for our existing members,” said Shoni Litinsky, president of Peg City Car Co-op’s board.

Fort Gibraltar Open for Guided Summer Tours

May 21, 2013 10:39 AM in Entertainment • 0 Comments

Posted by Sarah Klein

Fort Gibraltar is open for the summer until September 2, 2013. (DAN HARPER PHOTOGRAPHY / HANDOUT)

Fort Gibraltar’s historical interpretation centre is now open for guided summer tours.

Visitors can relive Manitoba’s history, tradition and culture by visiting the Fort now through September 2.

Offered in English and French, guided tours will take visitors to the blacksmith shop, the trading post, the workshop and the winterers’ cabin where they will learn more about the daily lives of the inhabitants of the Fort and the conflict between the North West Company and the Hudson Bay Company.

Evan Wiens Chosen to Lead Pride Parade

May 20, 2013 08:19 AM in Entertainment • 0 Comments

Posted by Sarah Klein

Evan Wiens (VIMEO)

An outspoken advocate of Manitoba’s anti-bullying bill has been named the honourary youth marshal of this year’s Pride Winnipeg Parade.

Seventeen-year-old Evan Wiens will lead the parade through downtown on June 2.

Wiens became a focal point for LGBTTQ rights in Manitoba schools earlier this year after he was denied permission to promote the gay-straight alliance he had set up in 2012 at Steinbach Regional Secondary School.

Cancer Ride Revving Up for Annual Fundraiser

May 20, 2013 07:25 AM in News • 0 Comments

Posted by David Klassen

Motorcycle enthusiasts are gearing up for the 12th Annual Breast Cancer Pledge Ride on Sunday, June 2.

The charity ride raises funds for the CancerCare Manitoba Foundation and has brought in over $536,000 for the cause since its inception.

Bison Football Recruits Eight for 2013 Season

May 19, 2013 08:40 AM in Sports • 0 Comments

Posted by Brian Schultz

The University of Manitoba Bisons have signed eight new recruits — six from Manitoba — for the upcoming 2013 season. (CHRISD.CA FILE)

The University of Manitoba Bisons have announced eight more players to their 2013 season roster, with six coming from Manitoba.

Offensive lineman Anthony Daley, defensive lineman Evan Foster, offensive linemen Matt Hallock and Brock Kramble, defensive lineman/linebacker Pacome Matulu, linebackers Colton Farago, Andrew Johnston and defensive back Brent Berrington will suit up for the Brown and Gold.

“The additional of these versatile players bring additional internal competition to a variety of skilled positions,” said head coach Brian Dobie. “We look forward to these young players and their success at both junior and the high school level show what they can do as they compete for spots as a Manitoba Bisons.”

New Flyer to Manufacture 22 Buses for Metro Transit Halifax

May 19, 2013 07:52 AM in News • 0 Comments

New Flyer Industries will produce up to 80 Xcelsior clean diesel 40-foot heavy-duty buses for Metro Transit of Halifax.

The Winnipeg-based bus manufacturer’s contract also contains a firm order of 22 40-foot clean diesel buses with options to purchase an additional 58 buses at a later date.

The order will begin production in the third quarter of 2013 with all buses expected to be delivered by the end of 2013.

– Staff

Aboriginal Art Featured in ’100 Masters’ Exhibit

May 18, 2013 07:32 AM in Entertainment • 0 Comments

Aboriginal artists are featured in the Winnipeg Art Gallery’s new 100 Masters: Only in Canada exhibition.

The exhibition opened May 11 and brings five centuries of the world’s greatest art to Winnipeg, including stunning examples of Indigenous works from coast to coast to coast.

“It’s absolutely right 100 Masters should have Bill Reid’s Wasgo and Alex Janvier’s Lubicon alongside Rodin’s The Kiss and Warhol’s Mao,” said Stephen Borys, WAG CEO and executive director. “When I made my requests for one hundred masterpieces from galleries across Canada, choosing works that highlight this country’s stellar Aboriginal artists was a given. Their level of craft, their quality of expression and their cultural significance undeniably make these artists masters.”

The exhibit runs until August 18 and is the final exhibition in the WAG’s centennial year.

Brad Paisley to Play MTS Centre in October

May 17, 2013 03:07 PM in Entertainment • 0 Comments

Brad Paisley

Country music superstar Brad Paisley is bringing his summer tour to Winnipeg this fall.

Paisley will play MTS Centre with special guests Chris Young and Lee Bruce on Wednesday, October 23 as part of his “The Beat This Summer Tour.”

Tickets go on sale Friday, May 24 at 10 a.m. through Ticketmaster for $30.50, $60.50 and $80.50.

Fans can download an interactive smartphone app to join in on the concert’s light show and sync the colours of the arena’s screens with Paisley’s music as he performs. The app is free to download at lights.bradpaisley.com.

Native Prairie Plant Sale an Attraction for Gardeners

May 17, 2013 10:45 AM in Entertainment • 0 Comments

Posted by Tyler Sutherland

Living Prairie Museum

Green thumbs and novice gardeners are being invited out to Prairie Flora’s annual native prairie plant sale this weekend.

Today through Sunday, the Living Prairie Museum at 2795 Ness Avenue will host the event.

“A garden full of prairie plants can have blooms in April, even in a cold spring like this year, and they’ll have blooms into October,” said organizer Aimee McDonald. “Prairie grasses and wildflower seedheads bring texture and colour to your yard all year long.”

Nominations Open for Red Cross Humanitarian Awards

May 17, 2013 06:50 AM in News • 0 Comments

The Canadian Red Cross in Manitoba is now accepting nominations for the prestigious Young Humanitarian of the Year Award and the Humanitarian of the Year Award.

The awards will be handed out Thursday, September 12 and recognize the spirit of humanity in Manitoba, while generating funds to further the humanitarian work of the Canadian Red Cross.

“The Red Cross is looking to honour individuals in Manitoba who exemplify community spirit, show compassion for others, and who have made a difference in their community,” said provincial Red Cross director Shawn Feely.

FAB 94.3, QX 104 Sold to Kamloops Broadcaster

May 16, 2013 12:02 PM in News • 0 Comments

QX 104 - FAB 94.3

Two Winnipeg radio stations have been acquired by the Jim Pattison Broadcast Group, pending CRTC approval.

FAB 94.3 (Bell Media) and QX 104 (Astral) are part of a deal announced Thursday by the broadcaster, which also includes the purchase of Calgary’s Kool FM.

“This is a very important acquisition for our Broadcast Group and, with the approval of this transaction from the CRTC, we will expand our presence in the major markets of Calgary and Winnipeg, which we have been focusing on for some time,” said Rick Arnish, chairman of Kamloops-based Jim Pattison Broadcast Group in a release.

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