Mayoral race, RWB, Jets, Amazon in Winnipeg

Carol Sanders:

Klein claims he was offered PC party position to exit 2022 mayoral race to help Gillingham win

Mayoral candidate Kevin Klein said he was offered a position with the provincial Tories if he pulled out of the 2022 mayoral race that saw then-city councillor Scott Gillingham defeat former mayor Glen Murray. Read More

Chris Kitching:

Indigenous leaders meet with Governor General during first official visit to Manitoba

Three Indigenous leaders were encouraged after discussing reconciliation and the need to confront residential school denialism with Gov. Gen. Louise Arbour, while she began her first official visit to Manitoba Wednesday. Read More

Ken Wiebe:

How many U’s in Stuuuuuuu…?

Goaltender quickly taking on folk hero status with Jets hot start Read More

Eva Wasney:

Amazon in the weeds over damage to tall grass reserve

Online retailer plans donation after contractor removed fences, tore up grass Read More

Josiah Neufeld:

Religion and Alberta’s referendum

The idea of separation viewed through a faith lens shows further fracture lines Read More

Maggie Macintosh:

Gordon Bell rings in a century

West Broadway institution has been a diverse and welcoming place for newcomers right from Day 1 Read More

Marsha McLeod:

‘Almost too much to contemplate’

Unease stirs as clock ticks down on destruction of records documenting residential school abuses Read More

Matthew Frank:

The election of our discontent

Winnipeg a troubled city spinning its wheels at a crumbling crossroads, grumbling residents say in poll Read More

Aaron Epp:

RRC Polytech tallies pair of tech programs

Winnipeg post-secondary to open doors to advanced manufacturing, mechatronics degree-seekers in January Read More

Free Press staff:

Canadian Mennonite University students, staff victims of cyberattack

Canadian Mennonite University fell victim to a cyberattack that compromised the data of current and former students and employees last month. School officials became aware of the cybersecurity inci... Read More

Maggie Macintosh:

U of W Collegiate students thank residential school survivors with the lessons they’ve learned

It’s become a back-to-school tradition for teachers to invite Indigenous elders to their classrooms to share first-hand accounts about the ongoing impacts of Canada’s residential school system. Thi... Read More

The Canadian Press:

University of Guelph, police to join ‘homecoming working group’ after chaotic party

GUELPH - Police in Guelph say they're establishing a "homecoming working group" to manage large unsanctioned gatherings after a chaotic University of Guelph party made headlines last week. ... Read More

Maan Alhmidi, The Canadian Press:

University of Toronto launches $100 million scholarship program targeting PhD talent

The University of Toronto is launching a new $100 million scholarship program to attract PhD talent from around the world including those leaving the United States, said president Melanie A. Woodin on Monday. Read More

Joshua Frey-Sam:

‘Detrimental to the growth of female hockey in Manitoba’

Six high school hockey programs ceased operations following new Hockey Manitoba policy Read More

The Canadian Press:

Sign on off-campus property perpetuated rape culture: St. Francis Xavier University

Two Nova Scotia universities are condemning a sign that was displayed at an off-campus property in Antigonish on the weekend, saying it perpetuated rape culture. Read More

Brian Ramsay:

Who protects collegiate athletes?

College athletes need advocacy, before another life is lost. They need an independent voice because, as the system stands, athletes speaking out for personal safety would end their positions on their teams. They need an advocate when their voices cannot be heard — and, more importantly, when they are being ignored or silenced. Read More

Leah Willingham And Tassanee Vejpongsa, The Associated Press:

A crowd of students protests Cornell’s response to gang rape complaint

Cornell students thronged a campus plaza to protest the university's response to allegations of sexual assault at a fraternity house, and the school's main administration building was splashed with graffiti and damaged overnight. Read More

Steve Reed, The Associated Press:

Michael Jordan makes $10 million commitment to UNC School of Social Work in honor of his mother

Six-time NBA champion and former North Carolina Tar Heels star Michael Jordan has made a $10 million commitment to the UNC School of Social Work in honor of his mother, Deloris P. Jordan. Read More

Sarah Ritchie, The Canadian Press:

Canadian Dental Association report finds dental care program limits coverage

OTTAWA - The national dental care program has "transformed access to care for millions of patients" but claims are being denied without explanations and too many people are confused about wha... Read More

Ashley Joannou, The Canadian Press:

Clocks stay in daylight saving, but analysis backs permanent standard time

VANCOUVER - Ralph Mistlberger's light is adjustable, allowing him to have the full spectrum of options depending on what his internal clock needs. "You want cool in the morning. You want warm in th... Read More

Maggie Macintosh:

Record participation, funds raised in 2026 breast cancer awareness race

It’s become a tradition for the West End Legends to gather, get dressed up in hot pink and gab about their late girlfriend on the first Sunday of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. “Mary was a beauty, ... Read More

David Sanderson:

Golden touch

Morning-show veteran Terri Gale swaps microphone for macchiatos at new Corydon café Read More

Ken Wiebe:

Sidney Crosby sings praises of Jets' Bjorck, summer training partner Barron

PITTSBURGH — It wasn’t that long ago when the shoe was on the other foot for Sidney Crosby. Read More

Dan Lett:

Ladies and gentlemen of voting age, please turn your attention to the centre ring…

If there’s one thing that we in the news business wish for any election, it’s that the campaign is competitive and voters have multiple, viable options when it comes time to cast their ballots. Tha... Read More

David McLaughlin:

Learning to win: a real problem for conservatives

It’s tough being a conservative party leader these days, isn’t it? Two leaders have just been tossed, one is on the ropes, and two others are in looming electoral peril. The job description fits English philosopher Thomas Hobbes’ vivid description of life in medieval times: “solitary, poor, nasty, brutish, and short.” Read More

Jordan Laidlaw:

Kids deserve better

As much as I cling to hope, I recognize the ominous circumstances and questionable future that our young people stand to inherit. Read More

Tom Brodbeck:

Khan’s abrupt departure presents desperate Tories with a valuable opportunity

If the Manitoba Progressive Conservatives are serious about getting out of the political wilderness, they should start by electing a progressive conservative leader. Read More

Anne Thompson:

AI governance: Canada’s next structural test

Artificial intelligence is accelerating faster than the governance structures meant to contain it. Canada now faces a structural test — whether our institutions can protect autonomy, dignity, and cont... Read More

Joel Schlesinger:

International flavour: Canadian investors may want to make like Ottawa, diversify beyond U.S.

Canada is learning the hard way about the dangers of putting too many eggs in its U.S. economic basket. Read More

Nina Dragicevic, The Canadian Press:

Got a raise? Don’t let lifestyle creep eat away at the extra cash

“Creep” is the important word — it is a slow and steady process, easily unnoticed, advancing in the background.  Lifestyle creep means gradually spending more in daily life, usually a... Read More

The Canadian Press:

Shoppers to spend less this holiday season, willing to pay more for Canadian goods: PwC

TORONTO - A new report suggests Canadians plan to spend less this holiday season compared with last year, but more than half are willing to pay more for Canadian-made products over imported options. ... Read More

AV Kitching:

Taste of home

Winnipeg transplant shares Singaporean flavours at pop-ups Read More

Ben Sigurdson:

Find the perfect (Canadian) wine for your holiday feast

When it comes to seasonal feasts, my favourite for wine pairing is Thanksgiving dinner — and it’s not particularly close. While there’s a case to be made for Christmas dinner — both feature turkey ... Read More

What’s Up: Usama Siddiquee, Cory Doctorow and Petunia and the Vipers

Free Press staff recommend things to do this week Read More

Jen Zoratti:

Modern myths

RWB updates classic Slavic folk tales as part of Stravinsky-based double bill Read More

Taylor Allen:

Bombers still control post-season destiny

Blue and Gold have chance to hold tiebreaker over Stamps and Riders Read More

Ben Waldman:

Beautiful beak

RMTC finds charm behind Cyrano’s prominent proboscis Read More

Holly Harris:

Moving drama at MTYP gives voice to boy who changed law

The late Jordan River Anderson becomes superhero in his own story Read More

Ben Waldman:

Theatre fest puts queer stories onstage

Two sets of scene partners will bring stories of personal and national queer liberation to the stage this week as part of Past, Present, Future, a mini festival of original LGBTTQ+ works at the Gargoy... Read More

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