Together, we are stronger than kidney disease

Kidney disease is life-changing, says Donna Hunter. Her father lived with kidney disease for seven years, going for dialysis three times every week.  

“Having a transplant wasn’t an option for him. Dialysis gave us seven more years with him – what a gift. And this is just one of many, many stories of how kidney disease affects families.”  

One in ten Manitobans are affected by kidney disease, with many not realizing it until they’re in the later stages. Right now, over 1,500 Manitobans are on dialysis.  

Fake bills on the rise: What Winnipeg residents need to know

Winnipeg police are warning the public about a sharp rise in counterfeit Canadian currency circulating throughout the city since the start of 2025.

According to the Winnipeg Police Service’s Financial Crime Unit, officers have seized more than $12,000 in fake bills during the first quarter of the year—more than double the reports seen during the same period previously.

Winnipeg’s Walk for Jesus will bring people of all backgrounds together for gathering of peace and celebration

“Many people are feeling not fully themselves; many people are feeling isolation.”

These feelings and the many anxieties that accompany turmoil in the world, reflects Todd Sperber, make events like Saturday’s Walk for Jesus in Winnipeg all the more important.

“With narratives of rumours of wars and so much negativity and cultural division,” he says. “So we are coming together to walk for Jesus and honour and remember his life, death and resurrection.”

Police issue Canada-wide warrants for two suspects in double homicide

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.

Pat Barrett bringing ‘Beautiful Life Tour’ to Winnipeg next week with $20 tickets

Worship artist Pat Barrett is bringing his Beautiful Life Tour to Winnipeg on Wednesday, April 23, and all remaining tickets are only $20 (plus fees and taxes).

The Atlanta-based singer-songwriter will perform at the Burton Cummings Theatre, joined by special guest Aodhán King, known for his work with Hillsong Young & Free.