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Award-winning Christian band Sanctus Real aims to inspire and bring hope to those in need with their latest single.

The new track "The Difference" came about after the band's guitarist Chirs Rohman, lead vocalist Dustin Lolli and songwriters Matt Armstrong and AJ Pruis, struck up a conversation about the transformational role of hope in a believer's life. 

Pat Boone released a new multi-artist song written to unite the world in a shared mission of hope and humanitarian aid.

The song "ONE" was released Friday in time for World Water Day, held annually on March 22 since 1993.

The Waywayseecappo Wolverines ended their regular season with not just a win but also a prayer.

While the Manitoba Junior Hockey League team defeated the Winnipeg Blues, 3-1, on March 14, several Wolverine players huddled at center ice in prayer following the game. 

While Bev Hunter, whose son Cole plays on the team, didn't know that it was going to happen, she was encouraged to see him share his faith publicly. "I'm really proud of them. And I think it's great because, I mean, he knows Jesus and for him to take such a public stance is amazing."

Funeral For:  John C. Penner 
Funeral Date: March 24, 2025 
John C. Penner, 91, of Winnipeg passed away Sunday, March 16th at his residence. He is survived by 1 daughter, 3 sons, 1 sister, 1 brother, 6 in-laws and their families. He was predeceased by his wife Mary, 1 sister, 4 brothers and 1 grandson. 
The celebration of life for John C. Penner will be held Monday, March 24th at 12pm (noon) at Portage Avenue Church, 1420 Portage Avenue, with private family interment. 
Donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice. 

Husband and wife team, Tim Nicholson and Sandra McCracken are preparing to release a children's book next month.

The Maker of the Moutain follows the lead character, Little Brown Bear, on an adventure to find the mountain maker and discover what he is like. The hope is that the book will leave children feeling loved by God and comforted to know him better. 

A Brandon police officer has been charged with assault after a woman was injured during an arrest two years ago.

On Aug. 25, 2023, just before midnight, the Brandon Police Service responded to a report of a woman causing a disturbance. Officers arrested the woman and returned her to her home.  A few days later, on Aug. 31, the woman filed a complaint with the Brandon Police Service saying she had sustained injuries during her arrest. On Sept. 15, it came to light that the woman had sustained a broken collarbone. 

Christian artist Rachael Lampa has released a new song honouring World Down Syndrome Day.  

On Oct. 28, 2022, Rachael gave birth to her second child, Leo, who was born with Down syndrome.

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is announcing a plan to boost training and jobs for workers in skilled trades.

In a news release this morning, Poilievre says his plan for "more boots, less suits" will expand training halls and provide direct grants and faster employment insurance for apprentices in licensed trades.

He says the goal is to deliver higher paycheques to workers and make Canada less reliant on the U.S.

The federal Liberals are announcing nearly $100 million in humanitarian relief and governance support for Palestinians, days before a widely expected election. 

Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly, who took on the file of international development last week, is announcing funding for major agencies working in the occupied Palestinian territories.

The Winnipeg Jets wrapped up their road trip with a 4-3 overtime win against the Edmonton Oilers on Thursday night, with four different players finding the back of the net.

Connor Hellebuyck made 21 saves in the victory, bouncing back after the Jets' 6-2 loss in Vancouver on Tuesday.

The Jets finished their three-game road trip with a 2-1 record and have now won four of their last five games. They are tied for first in the NHL with the Washington Capitals at 100 points, but the Capitals have a game in hand.