Photo Central a place of hospitality amid Black Friday rush

Amidst the frenzy of Black Friday, Photo Central prides itself on being a breath of fresh air and relaxation for customers as they shop. 

This is very much by design, according to owner Andrew Toews. “Photo Central is a platform to be a refuge, first and foremost,” he said when he visited Nolan Kehler on Morning Light this week. "I want it to be a place where people can come in and feel like it's a refuge.”  

Partner Profile: Finding your style at Pioneer Co-op Family Fashions

When you’re shopping for new clothing, you’re probably looking for one of three things: comfortable, everyday clothing; workwear basics; and fun, expressive pieces that are uniquely you.

But when your clothing store options are limited, finding fashions that truly express your style can be hard. Which is why Pioneer Co-op Family Fashions offers a wide selection of men’s, women’s, and children’s clothing and shoes.

Traditions are the trade at Mil-Jeanne

The Mil-Jeanne Flowers family has enjoyed creating Christmas magic for 46 years in Portage, and this year is no exception. 

Heading into the holiday season, Kyle and Alicia have already enjoyed one of their family's favourite Christmas traditions – hosting their Christmas Open House earlier in November. Now in the weeks following, they’re hosting a number of special evenings of workshops, creating outdoor pots and winter swags with customers.  

Try before you buy with your local appliance expert

Creating a welcoming space where customers can get their hands on and explore products is exactly what Dino's Appliance & Mattress Centre is all about.  

Dino’s Appliance and Mattress Centre in Portage la Prairie is a 6,600 square foot showroom, showcasing a variety of GE appliances and bedding. Their appliance section features 80+ display models, including ranges, refrigerators, dishwashers, and laundry pairs. The bedding area has over a dozen mattresses available to try out, so that customers can find the right level of comfort and support before they buy.  

Stay, Own, or Invest in your Dream RV or Cabin Resort

Imagine owning a slice of the stunning Rocky Mountains in Golden, BC while earning a return on your investment. For those living in Cochrane – just a few hours away – this dream is now within reach!

Pinnacle Lifestyles Resorts has a vision to enhance outdoor lifestyle. (Founded in 2020, Pinnacle Lifestyles has already expanded to seven properties, proving its an eager market.)

Kroeker Farms: industry leader in organic and specialty crops

When most people think of “organic”, they think of a label they might see in a store. But what does that label actually mean? At Kroeker Farms in Winkler, that label represents innovative farming and consumer choice.

“Really, organic is another food production system,” says Jason Peters, Agronomist at Kroeker Farms. “If you want to put that organic label on your product, you have to follow certain rules. It takes a lot of effort; everything we do is third party verified. If they say we’ve done everything right, then we can put the organic label on our product.”

Head to the hangout for the holidays - CJ’s Hangout

“By the time they leave, they’re sweaty. They’re tired. But they have smiles on their faces because it’s exactly what they needed.”

The catharsis is real at CJ’s Hangout, a local rage room and axe throwing alley just ten minutes outside of Steinbach. Owners Jennie and Colin Williams created the business because they saw a need in the community for recreational attractions where teens and adults could gather, enjoy each other’s company, and have fun.

Jennie Williams shares that she specifically wanted this place to be welcoming for women.

Garage Mats from Winkler Canvas help protect property in winter, throughout the year

It’s a common experience in the Pembina Valley and throughout southern Manitoba. You’ve driven through heavy, wet, dirty snow to run some errands, buy groceries or visit friends and family, and buy the time you get home you simply want to go inside as quickly as possible.

Your vehicle, however, can’t dry off as quickly as your boots, and through the night it drips a mixture of snow, sand and salt onto the surface of your garage, damaging the concrete and seeping into the walls.

Hockey For All: SMHA Raffle a huge success

The Steinbach Minor Hockey Association recently held the Steinbach Minor Hockey Raffle. 3076 raffle tickets were sold, successfully raising $60,000 to cover the registration fees of their members. 

Raffle prizes included: 

1st place - $5000.00 cash (Winner- Jess Loewen)
2nd place - $2500.00 cash (Winner- Karen & Wesley Fontaine)
3rd place - $1000.00 gift card to Harvest Honda (Winner- Savannah Neudstadter  
30 additional $250 cash prizes and gift card to local businesses 
Early bird: 2 Winnipeg Jets tickets