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Manitoba's Filipino community organizations received a big boost in funding from the province.

Labour and Immigration Minister, Malaya Marcelino, announced that the Manitoba government is investing $900,000 in three organizations across the province.

This week on Classic 107, we pay tribute to one of the most influential pianists of the 20th century—Alfred Brendel, who passed away last week at the age of 94. In the 1 p.m. hour from Monday, June 23 through Friday, June 27, we’ll be featuring some of his most iconic recordings: a musical journey through Beethoven, Mozart, Schubert, and Liszt that captures the depth, elegance, and intellect of a true giant of the keyboard.

A Winnipeg track star who died in a car crash two years ago has had his legacy live on, not only as a record-holding athlete, but as a hero who saved seven lives. 

On March 1, 2023, Kirk Cadman, a student at Dakota Collegiate and Lavallee School, was tragically killed in a car accident. 

Thanks to organ donation, Cadman saved seven lives, including one who received his heart. 

Winnipeggers love a good deal, and there's no better place to find one than at the city's many thrift stores.

There are several well-known stores that many seek out regularly, and then there are the hidden gems filled with unexpected treasures.

Here's a look at some of Winnipeg's top thrift spots.

It’s early — waaay too early — to make any bold declarations and concrete proclamations. Shoot, it’s still June.

Yet, say this about the work-in-progress Winnipeg Blue Bombers two weeks into the Canadian Football League season:

There are just enough flashes of brilliance on offence and special teams — both units backed by a stifling defence — to have everyone in Bomberland sliding to the front of their collective seats wanting to witness much, much more of the 2025 edition.

Prime Minister Mark Carney is calling for de-escalation after the United States carried out strikes against Iranian nuclear sites early Sunday.

Carney issued a social media post saying the U.S. military action was "designed to alleviate" threats posed by Iran, but the situation in the Middle East remains "highly volatile."

He says stability in the region is a priority and is calling on parties to get back to the negotiating table to find a diplomatic solution.

The Assiniboine Park Zoo is mourning the loss of Agee, a 30-year-old polar bear who died last week following a sudden decline in health.

Agee arrived at the Winnipeg zoo in 2022 after spending most of her life in private care in British Columbia. She was rescued as a geriatric bear with complex medical needs and was not visible to the public, instead living in a private space designed to provide comfort in her final years.

“Agee immediately stole the hearts of her care team,” the zoo said in a statement. “They bonded deeply with her over their time together.”

Organizers of the Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration at Assiniboine Park have announced changes to Sunday’s event schedule due to the forecast of rain and lightning.

While many activities will still go ahead, some outdoor elements have been cancelled or moved indoors to ensure the safety and comfort of guests, staff and volunteers.

A weather system headed for southern Manitoba could bring major rainfall and flooding to parts of the Southeast.

Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement covering areas including Bissett, Victoria Beach, Nopiming Provincial Park, Pine Falls, Whiteshell, Lac du Bonnet, Pinawa, Sprague, and Northwest Angle Provincial Forest.

Torrential downpours expected

A low-pressure system tracking toward the Lake of the Woods region will trigger showers and thunderstorms beginning midday Sunday.

A beloved Winnipeg music teacher is calling it a career after three decades of instruction in the St. James-Assiniboia School Division, but not before throwing a momentous concert to celebrate his legacy.  

Greg Edwards, the longtime band instructor at Westwood Collegiate, will be the focal point of an alumni gala at the Centennial Concert Hall on June 22. Many of the students that he has taught over the years will be joining forces to celebrate Edwards and to raise funds for Cancer Care Manitoba.