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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.

U Multicultural


    • Jun 2, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    U Radio News: Winnipeg to Shift to App-Only Parking

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 6:38


    U Radio News: The Push for Fire Prevention Amid Dry Forecasts

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 3:52


    U Radio News: How Community Accountability is Helping Shape The Future of Pride

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 5:08


    U Radio News: A New Approach to Land-Based Learning

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 5:23


    Over 700 students from the Louis Riel School Division (LRSD) stepped out of the classroom Thursday with the goal of developing a greater connection with the land.✨

    land indigenous new approach land based learning
    U Radio News: Chainsaws Stopped, But Work Isn't Over for the Lemay Forest

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 7:57


    Although cutting down and development of the Lemay Forest

    U Radio News: Established Or New, Community Clean-Ups Spark Civic Pride

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 4:26


    U Radio News: HSC's First Surgical Robot Could Have a Snowball Effect for Manitoba

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 4:38


    Manitoba's Health Sciences Centre has launched its first surgical robot, delivering precise, minimally invasive surgeries that speed up recovery and free up hospital beds. This cutting-edge tech is already transforming care, attracting top surgeons, and giving patients new hope.https://u-channel.ca/hscs-first-surgical-robot-could-have-a-snowball-effect-for-manitoba/

    U Radio News: How a Winnipeg Business is Fuelling the Playoff Spirit

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 4:57


    Dreamcatcher Promotions is powering the Winnipeg Whiteout

    U Radio News: Winnipeg Takes Toronto Documentary Film Festival By Storm

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 7:08


    U Radio News: Winnipeg Schools Seek More Families to Host International Students

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 7:05


    The Winnipeg School Division's International Education Program is thriving, bringing in 189 students next year and enriching lives through global connections and cultural exchange!

    U Radio News: Celebrating a Century of Francophone Theatre in Saint-Boniface

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 3:25


    U Radio News: Proclamation Marks A Milestone For Winnipeg's Hispanic Community

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 5:41


    Winnipeg's Earl Grey School lit up with joy as April 23 was officially proclaimed Spanish Language Day in Manitoba — a huge win for representation and culture!

    U Radio News: Winnipeg Mourns the Sudden Passing of Councillor Jason Schreyer

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 4:05


    A visibly shaken Winnipeg City Council abruptly adjourned its monthly meeting this morning following the devastating news that longtime Councillor Jason Schreyer has passed away. He was 57 years old.

    U Radio News: Buffalo Crossing, the Most Sustainable Commercial Building in Manitoba

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 5:07


    Canada Elects: Fernanda Vallejo

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 5:37


    As election day approaches, we're amplifying the voices that shape Winnipeg's spirit — including stories from the Latino community.

    Canada Elects: Henrique Braga

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 13:22


    With the 2025 General Election underway, we're shining a spotlight on the voices shaping Winnipeg — including those from the proud Portuguese community.

    Canada Elects: Florence Okwudili

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 14:39


    As the 2025 General Election approaches, we're connecting with Winnipeg's diverse communities — including voices from the African community — to hear their hopes, concerns, and visions for the future.

    Canada Elects: Krispin Ontong

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 21:08


    As Canadians head to the polls for the 2025 General Election, we're speaking with community members right here in Winnipeg — including voices from the vibrant Filipino community — to hear their perspectives.

    Canada Elects: Ostap Skrypnyk

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 15:59


    As Canadians head to the polls for the 2025 General Election, we're speaking with community members here in Winnipeg — including voices from the Ukrainian Canadian community — to hear their perspectives.

    U Radio News: Gary Gervais has a Vision for a Greener Economy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 9:49


    Gary Gervais is running for the Green Party in Winnipeg South Centre. He says the economy and environment aren't a zero-sum game with a major theme of the Green Party integration of economic policy with environmental responsibility. Housing and affordability are also high on the Green agenda.U Multicultural contacted all parties running in Winnipeg in the 45th General Election on Monday, April 28, 2025. U Multicultural contacted all parties running in Winnipeg. As of this recording, the only other candidate to respond Cam Scott, running for the Communist Party of Canada in Winnipeg South Centre.

    U Radio News: Cam Scott, A Distinct Voice to Winnipeg South Centre Race

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 9:54


    In Winnipeg South Centre, Cam Scott is running under the banner of the Communist Party of Canada. Scott envisions working collaboratively with other left-leaning MPs in Parliament, with his primary goal of shaking up the status quo on housing.U Multicultural contacted all parties running in Winnipeg in the 45th General Election on Monday, April 28, 2025. As of this article, the only other candidate to respond was Gary Gervais, running for the Green Party in Winnipeg Centre.https://u-channel.ca/cam-scott-a-distinct-voice-to-winnipeg-south-centre-race/

    U Radio News: Building a Culture of Reading in Winnipeg Schools

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 7:45


    U Radio News: Docudrama Gives A Voice for Those Who Never Came Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 4:56


    Elder Betty Ross' powerful story came to life at the Winnipeg premiere of Return to the Falls, a deeply emotional docudrama about resilience, truth, and healing

    U Radio News: Manitoba Makes Biggest Gains in Conservation Progress

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 4:54


    U Radio News: The Workshop Where Theatre and Theory Creates Leadership

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 4:45


    U Radio News: How “Middle Child” Winnipeg is Becoming a Summer Star

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 7:18


    Winnipeg's cheeky April Fools' post calling itself Canada's “overlooked middle child” turned into a full-blown summer tourism campaign, and locals are loving it!

    U Radio News: Winnipeg's New Greenspace Plan Puts Indigenous Knowledge at the Forefront

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 4:39


    The City of Winnipeg is co-developing a Greenspace and Biodiversity Policy with Indigenous governments, aiming to protect 1,000 acres of green space while advancing reconciliation through Two-Eyed Seeing.

    U Radio News: Fluent Speaker Questions Manitoba's Plan to Translate Proceedings Into Indigenous Languages

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 4:08


    The Manitoba government is launching a pilot to translate Hansard into 7 Indigenous languages, starting with Anishinaabemowin, aiming to preserve and revitalize culture through language.

    U Radio News: How a Hockey-Playing Beaver has Become a Symbol of Solidarity

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 4:21


    U Radio News: How One Man's Training is Fuelling a Bigger Fight for Ukraine

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 4:37


    Oleh Dehtiarov trains six days a week, not just for an Ironman, but to raise $100K for Ukraine's armed forces. His Iron Hearts for Ukraine initiative invites athletes to turn their training into action!

    U Radio News: Manitoba Invests in Housing, But Advocates Say More Is Needed

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 6:21


    Advocates rallied at the Legislature ahead of Budget 2025, calling for real solutions to end homelessness. The budget promises $73M for housing support & 670 new units, but groups like the Right to Housing Coalition say it's only half of what's needed.

    U Radio News: Winnipeg School Division Endorses Campaign Finance Reform

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 4:26


    Tom Simms, a representative of Just Elections, presented a 12-point plan to the Winnipeg School Division (WSD) Board, advocating for school board elections to remain free from financial influence. On March 17, the WSD Board of Trustees unanimously voted to support these recommendations. Ward 3 Trustee and Board Chair Kathy Heppner emphasized that the decision was made to uphold accountability to constituents.https://u-channel.ca/winnipeg-school-division-endorses-campaign-finance-reform/

    U Radio News: Award-Winning Improv Team Explores the Secret to Their Success

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 5:09


    U Radio News: AI Scanners Reduce Weapon Threats at HSC

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 4:38


    AI weapon scanners at Health Sciences Centre's emergency departments are making staff and patients feel safer.

    U Radio News: Harris and Myran's Remains Recovered, But Advocates Say the Fight for MMIWG2S+ Justice Continues

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 5:41


    The recovery of Morgan Harris and Marcedes Myran from the Prairie Green Landfill marks a bittersweet victory for their families, who fought tirelessly for the search despite initial government opposition. Advocates continue their efforts, saying that this moment must reignite action and justice for MMIWG2S+.https://u-channel.ca/harris-and-myrans-remains-recovered-but-advocates-say-the-fight-for-mmiwg2s-justice-continues/

    U Radio News: Transcona Heads to the Polls Pt.2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 3:25


    After the passing of MLA Nello Altomare, east Winnipeg's Transcona riding heads back to the polls for a byelection on March 18.Four candidates will be on the ballot: Shannon Corbett for NDP, Shawn Nason for PC, Brad Boudreau for Liberal, and Susan Auch as independent. U Multicultural contacted all candidates, but Shannon Corbett and Susan Auch have not responded.Join me, Ryan Funk, as we speak with candidate Brad Boudreau.⁠https://u-channel.ca/transcona-heads-to-the-polls/⁠

    U Radio News: Transcona Heads to the Polls Pt. 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 3:25


    After the passing of MLA Nello Altomare, east Winnipeg's Transcona riding heads back to the polls for a byelection on March 18.Four candidates will be on the ballot: Shannon Corbett for NDP, Shawn Nason for PC, Brad Boudreau for Liberal, and Susan Auch as independent. U Multicultural contacted all candidates, but Shannon Corbett and Susan Auch have not responded.Join me, Ryan Funk, as we speak with candidate Shawn Nason.https://u-channel.ca/transcona-heads-to-the-polls/

    U Radio News: Manitoba Students Compete in Climate Action Video Challenges

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 3:52


    U Radio News: CMWI to Highlight Muslim Women in Cities Across Canada

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 4:43


    The Canadian Muslim Women's Institute (CMWI) recently hosted the Muslim Women Courage and Leadership in Manitoba Conference, celebrating Muslim women in leadership while addressing the rise of Islamophobia in Canada. Following its success, CMWI is expanding the initiative to other provinces, starting with Alberta.https://u-channel.ca/cmwi-to-highlight-muslim-women-in-cities-across-canada/

    U Radio News: Winnipeg's Zero-Emission Buses Are Here

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 3:35


    Winnipeg Transit is introducing its second zero-emissions bus (ZEB) as part of a $280 million initiative to transition from diesel vehicles, with plans for a fully electric fleet by 2045. The city is currently testing hydrogen and battery-electric buses to determine the most effective option, with the first ZEBs hitting the streets this spring and a major route overhaul coming in June.https://u-channel.ca/winnipegs-zero-emission-buses-are-here/

    U Radio News: Major Donation Brings WHC Redevelopment Project Closer to Reality

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 3:50


    After a streak of bad luck, the Women's Health Clinic (WHC) has secured a $10M federal investment, ensuring critical upgrades to its aging facility.

    U Radio News - A Decade Under the Big Top

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 4:19


    The Winnipeg Circus Club

    U Radio News: Local Businesses Adapting as Threat of Tariffs Loom

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 4:17


    Local businesses in Winnipeg are already feeling the impact of Trump's proposed tariffs. Exporters like HEYRU are seeing a halt in US orders, and manufacturers and retailers are experiencing rising uncertainty. In response, the Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce emphasizes the need for business diversification and stronger local support to mitigate economic strain.https://u-channel.ca/local-businesses-adapting-as-threat-of-tariffs-loom/

    U Radio News: Community Weighs in on Winnipeg's Most Ambitious Rec Project in Decades

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 4:59


    Transcona residents gathered to share their thoughts on the East of the Red RecPlex, a proposed 100,000 ft² facility featuring Winnipeg's first new indoor public pool in over 40 years, a skate park, gym, and childcare centre. While excitement is high, concerns over funding and the long wait before construction remain.https://u-channel.ca/community-weighs-in-on-winnipegs-most-ambitious-rec-project-in-decades/

    U Radio News: New Transit Overhaul the Most Significant in Over a Century

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 5:28


    Big changes are coming to Winnipeg Transit! This June, the city is launching its most significant transit overhaul in over a century, introducing a simplified network with high-frequency routes and improved connections.https://u-channel.ca/new-transit-overhaul-the-most-significant-in-over-a-century/

    U Radio News: Designer Debuts at Threads Fashion Demonstration

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 3:10


    U Radio News: Supporting the North End Inside and Outside the Kitchen

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2025 6:53


    Community Helpers Unite (CHU) is tackling food insecurity and supporting at-risk youth in Winnipeg's North End by providing thousands of meals, harm reduction supplies, and inclusive spaces.

    U Radio News: SERC Reflects On 90 Years of Service and The Future of Sexual Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 5:30


    Celebrating 90 years, SERC has evolved from the Birth Control Society to a leader in sexual health education, 2SLGBTQIA+ advocacy, and STI prevention in Manitoba.

    U Radio News: New Indigenous Mural to Inspire Dialogue and Reflection in Winnipeg

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 4:06


    U Radio News: New Initiative Aims to Reduce Food Waste and Support Meal Programs in Winnipeg

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 4:08


    Winnipeg's fight against food waste and emissions is gaining momentum. A project to install refrigerated shipping containers for food rescue has hit the halfway mark of its $25K goal, aiming to help meal programs & reduce landfill emissions.

    U Radio News: The Growing Demand for Veterinary Services in Manitoba

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2025 4:21


    Craig Street Cats in Winnipeg is struggling to continue its spay and neuter programs due to a severe veterinarian shortage, which has forced the closure of its adoption centre. With a growing demand for vets worldwide, Manitoba is seeking solutions to address the crisis, such as increased funding and international recruitment.https://u-channel.ca/the-growing-demand-for-veterinary-services-in-manitoba/

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