City news in brief — week of May 20, 2026

Winnipeg

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Book Sale supports Winnipeg Public Library

Friends of the Winnipeg Public Library are hosting an annual fundraising book sale at Pembina Curling Club (1341 Pembina Hwy) on Saturday, May 23, and Sunday, May 24 from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. both days.

Wander through a selection of gently-used books in a variety of non-fiction and fiction genres. In addition to books, there will also be DVDs, CDs, and LPs at the sale.

Every purchase helps support programs and projects at the Winnipeg Public Library. Reminder to bring a reusable bag.

For more information, visit friendswpl.ca

Commuter challenge runs May 31 to June 6

Green Action Centre’s commuter challenge — an annual event which encourages Manitobans to try carpooling, transit, biking, walking or working from home instead of driving alone — begins on Sunday, May 31.

“This year marks 26 years of the Commuter Challenge,” Green Action Centre’s Lilja Best said in a statement. “We can see gas prices on the rise, and vehicle costs that are out of reach for many Manitobans. When it comes to sustainability, not only will moving away from driving alone be a green choice for the environment, but it’ll add some green to the wallets of Manitobans as well!”

Individuals can register, and organizations across Manitoba are also encouraged to sign-up a workplace coordinator.

The commuter challenge runs May 31 to June 6.

For more information, visit greenactioncentre.ca/sustainable-transportation/commuterchallenge

Cruisin’ to Change Lives event set for June 7

The Children’s Rehabilitation Foundation of Manitoba will host its 30th annual Cruisin’ to Change Lives event on Sunday, June 7.

Members of the public are invited to join as individuals or in teams to complete routes of one or three kilometres — on foot, bicycle, rollerblades, skateboard, or more. The event takes place at Canadian Mennonite University (500 Shaftesbury Blvd.), with a route through Assiniboine Forest.

Check-in is at 9 a.m., with opening ceremonies at 10. Participants will return to CMU grounds between 10:45 and 11 a.m. for a barbecue and entertainment.

For more information, or to register, visit crf.mb.ca

Townhall invites ideas for climate-friendly city

The People’s Climate Mandate and Green Action Centre, and other partners are inviting Winnipeggers to share their experiences and ideas for the city’s future by submitting a photo, completing a short survey, or attending a community town hall.

An in-person community townhall meeting will be held Thursday, June 11 at The Forks, where selected photos and preliminary survey results will be shared as part of a broader conversation on community climate and environmental priorities.

The survey, which can be found online at climatereality.ca/peoples-climate-mandate can be completed up to Aug. 31.

— Staff