A Talk Show hosted by Ryan Funk, highlighting native-born and new Canadians’ cultures and experiences. Everyone has a story to tell. Those who moved to Canada have a wealth of knowledge and experiences that I and many others may never have. This radio show allows people to learn from personal experiences, struggles, backgrounds, and cultures of communities that may not have heard their voices.
Front‑line health‑care workers in Manitoba are facing rising safety concerns, prompting the province to roll out the new SAFE app across major hospitals to deliver real‑time alerts and direct access to security. With more than 2,000 violent incidents in 2024 and over 1,500 potential weapons detected at HSC last year, officials say these upgrades are essential to protecting staff and patients across the province.https://u-channel.ca/safe-app-expands-to-strengthen-staff-safety-at-major-manitoba-hospitals/
Hundreds rallied outside Winnipeg City Hall to push back against the shelved Safe Access By-law, warning it could still return and threaten core rights to protest and dissent ❄️
Manitoba is moving forward with major dialysis reforms after an Auditor General report revealed gaps in planning, accountability, and coordination across the province's kidney‑care system. ⚕️
Girls from across Manitoba united at the Women in STEM, AI & Innovation Conference, diving into hands‑on labs, powerful mentorship, and conversations about belonging, curiosity, and the future of AI
Safe, affordable housing is the difference between crisis and stability for women, gender-diverse people, and families in Manitoba. Safety is the bare minimum needed to move from surviving to thriving.
The Manitoba Association of Women's Shelters (MAWS) launches the "Your Voice, Your Vision" campaign, engaging youth aged 15-24 to challenge dating violence through workshops and multimedia projects.
Three Manitoba teens used powerful spoken-word poetry to confront global conflict, justice, and hope during the kickoff of International Development Week at the Manitoba Legislature, sharing lived experiences shaped by war, displacement, and resilience
The Manitoba Museum is expanding accessibility by launching Aira, a free app that connects blind and low-vision visitors with live interpreters so they can independently navigate and enjoy exhibits. ♿
A coalition of 26 Manitoba organizations rallied at the Legislature, urging the province to boost climate investments in Budget 2026 to better align with its net-zero goals and protect communities from escalating climate impacts. They're calling for action on energy-efficient homes, expanded public transit, and nature protection, arguing the cost of delay is far higher than the cost of action.
The University of Manitoba unveiled its long-term Building Bold capital plan, laying out a proactive, campus-wide vision to tackle aging infrastructure, growing enrollment, and future needs through major new projects. Rooted in sustainability, reconciliation, and student-focused spaces, the plan charts a clear path toward a more inclusive and resilient university for decades to come.
As hate crimes rise across Manitoba, the provincial government has announced a $1-million security enhancement fund to help protect community organizations, cultural groups, and places of worship from hate-motivated incidents
New Year fitness motivation often fades, but lasting health is built through small, consistent habits and realistic expectations, not quick fixes.
Manitoba's job market proved more resilient than expected in 2025
Manitoba is taking health care into the digital age
Mental wellness is a journey, and programs like Tea and Tales show how storytelling, peer support, and connection help seniors feel seen, supported, and less alone, especially during the holidays ☕
Winnipeg Transit is adjusting its new Primary Transit Network and winter schedule as snow, delays, and transfers expose reliability issues, with riders and advocates stressing that dependable service is essential for daily life
Celebrating 20 years of impact, CMWI launched the Winter Warmth Care Package Campaign,
The West End Cultural Centre smashed its fundraising goal in just one week, pulling in over $70K.✨ The venue now looks to the future, developing programming to bring audiences back in full force, and become more financially sustainable.
E-cigarette use is rising among young Canadians, prompting UM researchers to investigate how vaping may affect developing lungs and long-term respiratory health.
Buying soup is changing lives in Winnipeg, thanks to The Raw Carrot, a social enterprise creating meaningful jobs for people with disabilities through handcrafted gourmet soups
History helps us understand how far we've come, and the restoration of Winnipeg's 115-year-old Louise Bridge highlights the powerful stories embedded in our shared past
The Winnipeg Humane Society is facing record demand for its pet food bank as inflation forces more families to choose between feeding themselves or their pets
Winnipeg's Christmas Cheer Board is gearing up for what could be a record year, juggling rising demand, higher food costs, and the challenge of operating from two separate locations.
The Winnipeg Newcomer Sport Academy conducted a study and recently released a report titled “Tackling Islamophobia Through Sport and Physical Activity in Winnipeg.”The study explores how community-level sports programs can be powerful tools in countering Islamophobia and fostering understanding between diverse groups. https://u-channel.ca/new-study-looks-at-sports-as-a-tool-against-islamophobia/
A hush settles over the crowd as a woman steps up to the podium. She is now the centre of attention. Carmen Puente, General Director of Training & Empowerment Women Congress MB, pauses, looking over the 15 women who have come forward to share their stories. Stories of overcoming barriers, embracing leadership, and inspiring community.In an exclamation of joy, she says, “Ladies, we did it.”https://u-channel.ca/women-without-limits-launch-marks-a-milestone-for-manitobas-multicultural-landscape/
New research shows that community sports programs can help bridge divides and build safer, more inclusive spaces.
✨ Women Without Limits launched with powerful stories from 15 women across Latin America, Canada, and Uganda, celebrating resilience, leadership, and the magic that happens when women come together.
Fernanda Vallejo, founder of Latinas Manitoba, went from starting a small online support group to being named one of Canada's Top 10 Most Influential Hispanic Canadians, empowering newcomer women across Manitoba through community, advocacy, and compassion.
A new report from the University of Winnipeg and the Manitoba Eco-Network is calling for an overhaul of Manitoba's outdated environmental impact assessment (IA) process. This marks the first major push for reform in nearly four decades.
A new report from the University of Winnipeg and the Manitoba Eco-Network calls for the first major overhaul of Manitoba's environmental assessment process in nearly 40 years, pushing for stronger protections, Indigenous leadership, and real public involvement.
Thousands gathered at The Forks on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Nonprofits in Manitoba are stepping up their digital game
Winnipeg's Assiniboine Park Conservancy
Winnipeg's Nuit Blanche lit up the city with glowing art, powerful storytelling, and high-energy performances, drawing thousands to celebrate culture and community.
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Winnipeg is rolling out quick-build traffic solutions
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