When we picture zero waste, we often think of recycling bins or reusable coffee cups. But Helga Jakobson sees something bigger: behind every piece of waste is a human story — someone who made it, someone who handles it, and communities who live with its impact. As Sustainability Coordinator at The Forks, Helga is turning one of Winnipeg's most beloved gathering places into a living example of how community spaces can practice real sustainability. From her background as a tran

Here's what we know is going on in Winnipeg this week: Thursday, Jan 22 Faces of Palestine, 1972: From a Document in The Manitoban to the Current Crisis Laachi - Written Stories Friday, Jan 23 Weekly climate justice rally "New Pride of Winnipeg" Meetup Book launch: " Targeting Libya: How Canada went from building public works to bombing an oil-rich country and creating chaos for its citizens"

We are back! Events are starting to pick up again after the holiday break and we're here to tell you everything we know that's going on in Winnipeg's human rights scene this week: Thursday, Jan 15 "If Not Capitalism, Then What?" discussion Friday, Jan 16 Weekly climate justice rally "The Librarians" film screening Saturday, Jan 17 Ethics Cafe: AI + Dependence

If your goals for 2026 include actually moving the needle on reconciliation, lawyer Bruce McIvor has news: you need to get uncomfortable. The Manitoba-born author of Indigenous Rights in One Minute joins us to cut through the performative gestures and explain what reconciliation actually demands. Bruce breaks down centuries of Indigenous law and constitutional rights in plain language—then challenges us to move beyond land acknowledgements to action that matters. We're talkin

We sit down with Patty Weins—author of That'll Never Work Here, host of the That's Her Problem podcast, and Bicycle Mayor of Winnipeg. Patty's journey from winter cycling newcomer to city-wide advocate reveals how transportation choices connect to mental health, physical wellbeing, climate justice, and the fundamental right to move safely through our cities. We're talking: Why 30% of the population can't drive—and what that means for designing equitable cities How winter cycl

The holidays aren't quite here yet - here are some things you can get out and do in Winnipeg this week before you slip into a food coma: Wednesday, December 17 "Now or Scary-Scary" Climate Change Show and Discussion Thursday, December 18 Boycott Indigo Books Rally Friday, December 19 Weekly Climate Change Rally "Cyle with Santa" community support ride

Here's what we know is coming up this week in Winnipeg: Wednesday, December 10 Film Screening: Levers by Rhayne Vermette Queer Rights in a Dangerous Time: Resisting the Rollback of 2SLGBTQ+ Rights Thursday, December 11 Yimby Urbanist Hangout Friday, December 12 Weekly Climate Justice Rally Saturday, December 13 Communist Party Bake Sale

December 3rd was International Day of Persons with Disabilities—a day meant to recognize the contributions and rights of people with disabilities worldwide. Today, we're sitting down with someone who's spent 40 years making sure that recognition turns into actual change. Max Brault—national leader in accessibility, author, and someone who lives with spinal muscular atrophy—doesn't just talk about accessibility. He's helped build the Accessible Canada Act, transformed hiring p

Here's what we know is coming up this week: Wednesday, December 3 Eco-Drinks Thursday, December 4 National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women sunrise ceremony Friday, December 5 Fridays For Future Climate Justice Rally Saturday, December 6 Activist Art Gathering Sunday, December 7 Free Admission at CMHR (First Sunday of the Month)

Here's what we know is coming up in Winnipeg's human rights scene this week: Tuesday, November 25 1948: Creation and Catastrophe. A documentary about the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Wednesday, November 26 Employment and Income Assistance - Know Your Rights Friday, November 28 Weekly climate justice rally "New Pride of Winnipeg" Meetup World AIDS Day Cabaret: Celestial Cabaret Saturday, November 29 Tawag ng Lansangan: Open Mic Against Corruption Sunday, November 30 "Whose Kid

We sit down with Shohan Illsley, Executive Director of the Manitoba Harm Reduction Network, to explore how harm reduction is saving lives and restoring dignity to people who use substances across Manitoba. Shohan brings powerful insights into why compassion-based approaches are essential to addressing substance use in our communities. The Manitoba Harm Reduction Network operates 11 sites across the province, connecting people who use substances with the support they need to s

Here's what we know is coming up in Winnipeg this week: Tuesday, November 18 "Healing Through Connection" conference for community workers Wednesday, November 19 "Palestine Solidarity Under Attack" Panel Thursday, November 20 "Bordering on Age Discrimination" with Dr. Christina Clark-Kazak Trans Day of Remembrance Gathering at UW Transgender Day of Remembrance sacred fire, gathering and feast Friday, November 21 Weekly climate justice rally Saturday, November 22 Chase the Chi

A recent Winnipeg Free Press article revealed an uncomfortable truth: Indigenous and Black patients in Manitoba wait longer in emergency rooms and are more likely to leave without receiving care. For Dr. Marcia Anderson, these aren't just statistics – they're a reality she's witnessed firsthand, both as a physician and through her father's near-fatal experience with racist healthcare. As a Cree Anishinaabe physician from Peguis First Nation and Norway House Cree Nation, Dr.

Here's what's coming up this week in human rights in Winnipeg: Tuesday, November 4 "Universal Human Rights: The case for strengthened domestic implementation in Canada" Lecture "Universal: Renewing Human Rights in a Fractured World" - An evening with Alex Neve Wednesday, November 5 A Discussion of Peacebuilding, Human Rights & Universality Eco-Drinks with the Manitoba Eco-Network Thursday, November 6 "What we won in the MB climate strategy and what’s next?" Friday, November 7

Here's what we know is coming up this week in Winnipeg's human rights scene: Tuesday, October 28 Stories, Poems, & Prayers for Palestine Thursday, October 30 Rally to Reinstate International Students' Healthcare Friday, October 31 Weekly Climate Justice Rally Saturday, November 1 Activist Art Gathering Bike Winnipeg Town Hall Sunday, November 2 Free Admission at Canadian Museum for Human Rights Know an event we missed? Please add it to our calendar .

We sit down with Andréanne Mulaire, co-founder of Anne Mulaire, a Winnipeg-based fashion company that has spent 20 years proving that ethical production, cultural heritage, and sustainability aren't just buzzwords – they're the foundation of a thriving business. Andréanne shares how she built a fashion brand that refuses to compromise, maintaining local production in Winnipeg, creating zero-waste collections, and offering sizes from double extra small to 6X – because sustaina

Here's what we know is coming up in Winnipeg human rights this week: Wednesday, Oct 22 "Coming out of the 'cis-het' closet. The time is now." lecture Thursday, Oct 23 "The matchup between human rights and sports" webinar Friday, Oct 24 The Gathering of Community Builders "New Pride of Winnipeg" Meetup Weekly Climate Justice Rally An Evening on Cuban-Canadian encounters through music, art, politics and more Saturday, Oct 25 "we belong@work" networking event for trans and queer

We sit down with Dan Lussier, CEO of Réseau Compassion Network, and Jennifer Rodrigue from CoHabit to discuss their groundbreaking partnership creating accessible, affordable housing that centres dignity and community. We're talking: Why Manitoba's housing crisis demands innovative solutions that go beyond just "affordable units" How CoHabit is reimagining supportive housing for people with profound physical disabilities who currently have limited options beyond personal care

Looking to get out of the house and get involved in Winnipeg this week? Here's what's going on: Tuesday - Thursday, Oct 7-9 2nd Annual...

Here's what we know is going on in Winnipeg human rights this week: Wednesday, October 1 Eco-Drinks (first Wednesday of the month)...