Jason Halstead
Opportunities for Employment: A new approach to matching job seekers with local businesses
The motto for Winnipeg employment agency Opportunities for Employment is “Get Ready, Get Hired” — and this is accomplished with the process of “Assess, Equip and Connect.” It’s this last word in…
Renovating Village Canadien: New buildings; a better mortgage
Manitoba’s largest housing co-operative, Village Canadien, is wrapping up a major upgrade and credits its relationship with Assiniboine Credit Union for realizing the project. Village Canadien Cooperative is completing an…
Tickets, please! On track & expanding the adventure with Prairie Dog Central
The history and future of Canada’s oldest operating steam engine, featuring the Prairie Dog Central Railway. It’s full steam ahead as the Prairie Dog Central Railway rolls past a half-century of operations….
Rising together with Tall Grass Prairie Bread Company
This locally famous bakery is all about grassroots, gives a better economic share to farmers and provides a living wage to employees. Most Manitobans have seen the jaw-dropping displays of…
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Investing in a new beginning: Wealth Building Tips for newcomers to Canada
There are a number of barriers to investing for newcomers, like learning a new language or adapting to different social customs—even getting used to the weather. But they can also…
Protect yourself against the top scams and fraud in 2024
We explore the top scams that tricked Canadians last year, and what to avoid in the future. Here’s how to protect yourself from fraud.
ACU named top Manitoba employer and greenest employer for 2023
More and more Canadians say they want their financial decisions to reflect their values, including those associated with climate change. Employees, too, value working for a company that reflects their…