Making our intersections safer

Making our intersections safer

Many of you may be aware of the concerns surrounding the McPhillips Street and Templeton Avenue intersections. It’s become clear that the level of traffic these intersections now handle is much more than they were originally designed for. I’ve heard your concerns...
Getting rid of graffiti in our community

Getting rid of graffiti in our community

As we spend more time outdoors in the warmer weather, we tend to notice out-of-place things such as graffiti in our community. Recently, there has been an increase in graffiti throughout Winnipeg. Many of you have reached out to 311 and my office in search of ways to...

City opens second intake of COVID-19 Economic Support Grant Program

Friday, May 28, 2021 City opens second intake of COVID-19 Economic Support Grant Program Council approves addition of $3 million to grant program supporting businesses and organizations forced to restrict public access due to recent public health restrictions....
Community cookbook supports local mission

Community cookbook supports local mission

A new community-created cookbook brings together beloved recipes from Manitobans, in support of The Welcome Home, a mission based in North Point Douglas that feeds under-resourced families. The Pandemic Survival Faithful Favorites Comfort Food Recipes book includes...
Nordic walking brings relief

Nordic walking brings relief

The Garden City Community Centre 55-plus program usually meets inside the Garden City Community Centre to socialize and stay active, but the COVID-19 pandemic has put that on hold. The seniors group has pivoted to try Nordic walking at the Garden City Collegiate...
Reminders for a safer spring

Reminders for a safer spring

As our city gets greener and warmer this spring, we’re all reminded of how much we enjoy this time of year when we get back to our favourite activities, be it gardening, kicking a soccer ball, or planning family picnics. As I wrote last month, spring cleanup has...