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)...

We sit down with Clayton Sandy, a knowledge keeper and educator who brings decades of experience in government and Indigenous advocacy to...

September 30th is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a time to remember and honour the children who were lost, the Survivors who...

Last week was quiet, but we're back with tons of human rights events to get up to in Winnipeg this week! All week/weekend: Reel Pride...

We sit down with Don Woodstock, author of "Unrelenting" and the grassroots activist who transformed recycling in Winnipeg. Don's journey...

Here's what we know is coming up this week: Wednesday, September 3 Eco-Drinks (first Wednesday of the month) Thursday, September 4 Black...

When the International Court of Justice issued a landmark advisory opinion on climate change this past July, it confirmed what...

Here's what's coming up this last week of August in Winnipeg: Tuesday, August 26 Overdose Awareness Week Workshop: Health & Social...

Here's what we know is going on in Winnipeg this week: Monday, August 18 Resilient Voices: Healing Through Stories Tuesday, August 19...

We sit down with Jamie Paris, a University of Manitoba literature scholar whose research bridges Shakespearean drama with contemporary...

It's busy this week in Winnipeg human rights! Here's what's coming up: Tuesday, August 12 Expanding the right to strike: On a promising...