Christine Wong
Building sustainable university projects for community inclusion
The University of Winnipeg Community Renewal Corporation (UWCRC) has no interest in building ivory towers. Instead, UWCRC helps build sustainable projects like Winnipeg’s Downtown Commons, which welcomes “a wide cross-section…
CEDA gives Winnipeg youth a new lease on life
Winnipeg residents have already seen the makeover of the Merchants Hotel from the outside, but the next transformation is going on inside. Originally built as a hardware store in 1914…
Celebrating three decades of DASCH Foundation
Thirtieth anniversaries are traditionally celebrated with pearls, which are valued for their iridescent glow, timelessness and resilience. Marking its own 30-year milestone in 2022, the DASCH (Direct Action in Support…
ACU celebrates 10 years of Recognition Counts
In 2012, international immigration in Manitoba dipped from the year prior—the first decline in a decade. One local settlement organization warned the drop could dent Manitoba’s labour supply and have…
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How to finance your commercial renovation
Business renovations can come with cash flow challenges. A large renovation may require a significant upfront investment, which could pinch your cash flow. You may have to deal with payment…
Walk This Way: How United Way Winnipeg is making a difference
The annual event raises funds for Manitobans in need. “Walk This Way is a fun, inclusive and meaningful way to show our community how far we can go when we…
Top tips and advice from Asterisk’s best articles of the year
Curious about our most-read articles of the year? From first-time home buying tips to student budgeting advice and how we’re helping build a greener Winnipeg, these stories highlight the values…