Community stories
The history of co-ops
A guide to the rise of co-operatives and the types of organizations share the same core principles. July 7 is officially recognized by the United Nations as the 2018 International…
Warm welcome to Winnipeg at Newcomer Fair
Annual event helps immigrants and refugees make connections within the city. With a carnival-like atmosphere, a recent event in central Winnipeg offered up a warm welcome to our city’s newest…
One step closer to end homelessness in Winnipeg
It was Winnipeg’s first-ever one-stop-shop event to help connect the city’s homeless population to essential services most of us take for granted, such as proper identification and personal care products….
North End rising: Merchants Corner opens
Formerly a hotspot in the community for all the wrong reasons, the Merchants Hotel was officially reborn on April 28, 2018 as “Merchants Corner.” Now, this educational, residential and neighbourhood…
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Celebrating the 10th anniversary of student-run credit union
Just over 10 years ago, a survey circulated at Winnipeg’s Technical Vocational High School. The results showed that students at the school, commonly known as Tec Voc, felt short-changed—they were…
Kilter Brewing Co. serves up craft beer and community connection in St. Boniface
Deep in the heart of St. Boniface, Kilter Brewing Company is a hidden treasure—an oasis for Winnipeggers to escape their day-to-day routines, enjoy craft beer and connect with their community….
How to use a mortgage calculator to budget better
Learn how to use ACU’s mortgage calculator to figure out how much mortgage you can afford, and what budget you should set before you start house hunting. A mortgage lender…