Winnipeg Community News

People who live in Glenboro, Man., had to raise enough money to cover the cost of a two-bedroom apartment for visiting medical staff in hopes of attracting more doctors to their rural community. Tracy Rimmer is with the Glenboro Health Action Committee, a volunteer group that has been lobbying for more resident doctors in rural communities.

Brian Jones is a force of nature. The 80-year-old St. Vital resident was recently inducted into the Judo Manitoba Hall of Fame in the builder category for his work and commitment to the sport in the province.

The 2017 Canada Summer Games is inviting Manitobans to apply to become a torchbearer or nominate someone in their community for the Manitoba Hydro Torch Relay. Organizers are looking for 50 torchbearers for Winnipeg plus 10-20 torchbearers for each rural community along the 3,500-km route in 200-metre segments.

In almost exactly a year, the Masjid Bilal mosque went from being an empty City of Winnipeg building to a welcoming place of worship and community. The Winnipeg Islamic Centre officially opened Masjid Bilal (33 Warnock St.) with a celebration on March 4, which saw hundreds of area residents in attendance. On a regular day, the 45,000 square foot space can accommodate over 400 guests for prayer.

WINNIPEG, MB. -The Winnipeg Goldeyes, in conjunction with the Winnipeg Goldeyes Field of Dreams Foundation, announced the beneficiaries of funds raised during the 2016 baseball season. Last year, the Winnipeg Goldeyes Field of Dreams Foundation raised and distributed nearly $120,000 in support of 45 registered children’s charities through generous contributions from Manitobans all across the province.

If you didn’t hear about the stripped-down concert featuring local artists Okay Mann, Sol James, and Logan McKillop on Feb. 27, don’t feel bad. It was supposed to be a secret. It was the first “Sofar” ever to be held in Winnipeg, courtesy of international network SoFar Sounds. A “Sofar” is the network’s term for their intimate shows, featuring emerging artists performing in unconventional spaces to a respectful, appreciative audience.