Winnipeggers win Governor General Literary Awards
Niigaan Sinclair, an Indigenous writer, activist and professor in the U of M’s department of Indigenous studies has won the prestigious 2024 Governor General’s Literary…
Arts & Culture
Kelly Bado performs African fusion music in Winnipeg
Born in the Ivory Coast, Kelly Bado was exposed to a wide variety of musical styles growing up, from American gospel to French Canadian pop…
The Washboard Union celebrates new album and tour
The Washboard Union’s beginnings can be traced back to a union between two families. When Chris Duncombe was 13 years old, his father met future…
Conclave explores secrecy in the Vatican (spoilers ahead)
When a pope resigns or dies, a papal conclave is held to gather cardinals from around the world to elect a new pope. This is…
Ian Kennedy releases new book, Ice in Their Veins
Ian Kennedy has loved hockey for almost as long as he can remember. His love for the sport began in Grade 1, when he began…
Mia Kelly releases sophomore album To Be Clear
At 21, Mia Kelly has already made her mark on the folk music scene. Praised for her expressive voice and versatility by outlets such as…
Finding common ground despite religious differences
Throughout history, religion has driven conflicts, from the crusades in medieval Europe to the Rohingya crisis in modern-day Myanmar. According to the United States Institute…
Canadian comedian set to make directorial debut
Kevin McDonald was drawn to comedy for simple reasons — he found out he was funny and according to him, he was not good at…
Bon Cop, Bad Cop unites Ontarians and Quebecers
Quebec and the rest of Canada have been at odds for many years over issues such as Quebec separatism and perceived encroachment by Canada on…
Jenna Rae Cakes celebrates 10th anniversary
Jenna Hutchinson had been a goaltender for the U of M Bisons women’s hockey team and was planning to apply to dental school when a…