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Archive : February 2017
Repetitive newspaper names
Because the term Free Press actually proclaims freedom of the press, it has inevitably become a popular name for a newspaper, albeit not as popular as we might expect.
Winnipeg in 1874 — pamphlet promoted city’s “vast and wonderful changes”
With the bold official declaration of the town-sized community as a city, the citizenry began to envision prosperity and sought to promote Winnipeg to the outside world.
Another of history’s “what ifs”
February is Black History month, which celebrates the historical achievements of black people in arts, education, government, sports and science.
Winnipeg’s World Winter City status confirmed by strong turnout at Forks
As if to celebrate the city's newly-minted World Winter City designation, approximately 19,000 Winnipeggers descended on The Forks to enjoy the Red River Mutual Trail during the Great Skate.
River huts warm winter spirit
Since 2009 a Warming Huts Art and Architecture Competition is held at this time of year to encourage Winnipeggers and tourists alike to see some incredible and inspiring design while enjoying all the fun and festive atmosphere of the Red ...
Time to inspect your snow blower
After a near record amount of snowfall, it's time to inspect your snow blower.
Red River floods again — tragedy ushers in new era for settlement
David Jones, a missionary with the Christian Missionary Society and an eyewitness to the 1826 flood, wrote in his journal on May 1, 1826, that the settlers were wishing for warm weather, but when it arrived it made them apprehensive.
Whining about the cold
Listed as one of the five coldest cities in the world, we complain about our winter plight. But we should consider how the early pioneers of the province managed to survive the rigours of winter without today's modern conveniences.
Methodical approach guarantees successful navigation of the market
With the proper guidance, some due diligence – and a lot of forethought – the market can be navigated successfully by first-time buyers.