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A new space has opened up at Siloam Mission designed to support individuals transitioning out of homelessness.

Amiko-giba'igan is a new housewares space, offering all the essentials to those who need them.

The Supreme Court of Canada says a person must wait seven years after completely finishing their post-secondary studies before they can be released from student loan debt under the federal bankruptcy law.

The top court's decision came Thursday in the case of Izabela Piekut, who received government student loans in the course of three university programs from 1987 to 2003.

Piekut later returned to school and earned a master's degree in 2009 without the help of additional student loans.

Liberal Leader Mark Carney spent his first English election debate presenting himself as a safe pair of hands for a country in crisis — while Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre sought to frame him as more of the same after a decade of Liberal government.

Carney, who is leading in the polls, became the main target of all his rivals' attacks early in Thursday's final debate of the election — a trend that carried over from Wednesday's French language debate.

Classic 107’s Easter programming offers a profound journey through some of the most spiritually resonant works in the classical repertoire. Each piece, carefully selected for its historical and emotional significance, provides listeners with a deepened understanding of the Passion, death, and resurrection of Christ. Below is an in-depth exploration of each featured work, offering context and insight into their creation and enduring impact.  

Winnipeg police are asking for the public’s help in locating two suspects wanted in connection with a double homicide that occurred earlier this year in the North End.

Canada-wide warrants have been issued for 24-year-old Jermain Gage Houle for second-degree murder, and 27-year-old Aaron Junior Houle for accessory after the fact. Investigators believe they are responsible for the February shooting deaths of Sheldon Derrach Catcheway, 33, and Shanastene Irene McLeod, 35.

The Winnipeg Jets closed out their regular season with a 2-1 overtime win against the Anaheim Ducks on Wednesday night, and will kick off the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs on Saturday evening at home.

Mark Scheifele played the hero in the extra frame, scoring just 1:11 into overtime to seal the win. Neal Pionk had the other goal for Winnipeg, while Connor Hellebuyck turned aside 30 shots to earn the victory.

The Jets finish the season with a record of 56-22-4, setting a franchise-best 116 points to win the Presidents’ Trophy.

Spring is officially in the air, and with that comes music associated with the warmer months. The Winnipeg Upper Voices choir will be showcasing those sounds this weekend in South Osborne with a concert called At the Spring Dawn. 

Juilliard adds six powerhouse performers to College Division string faculty

The Juilliard School is turning up the volume on its already legendary string faculty. The New York conservatory announced this week that six acclaimed musicians will join its College Division for the 2025–26 academic year—five violinists and one cellist, all with serious performance credentials and equally impressive teaching chops.

Canadian Mennonite University (CMU) Festival Chorus is performing the 300-year-old choral masterpiece, St. John Passion, this weekend in Winnipeg.

The retelling of the Passion story, written by J.S. Bach, weaves the Easter story using choir, orchestra, and soloists. 

A pair of Interlake communities will soon have access to new fire trucks. 

The province announced Wednesday that it is investing more than $500,000 in fire protection services in the Town of Winnipeg Beach and the RM of St. Laurent. 

"We want to make sure that our first responders have the equipment they need to protect Manitoba families in communities across the province," said Municipal and Northern Relations Minister Glen Simard. "We’re proud to support municipalities to purchase new fire trucks and equipment that will keep you safe."