Happy Monday, Winnipeg!

After what felt like a long stretch of waiting, the warm weather is finally here. This week's outlook is looking beautiful, with temperatures climbing into the 20+ degree range and plenty of sunshine to go with it.

It's the kind of week that makes everything feel a little easier. Patios, evening walks, windows open, and that first proper iced coffee of the season. So whatever's on your list this week, you've got perfect weather to do it in.

Grab your coffee, settle in, and let's dive into what's happening around Winnipeg.

Now, in today’s edition:

— Jas Singh

If you've ever crossed the little bridge in Omand Park, you know it's seen better days. The pathways are steep, it floods often, and after years of wear and tear, it's ready for a refresh.

This week, the City unveiled the draft design for a brand new Omand's Creek Pedestrian Bridge, and it looks beautiful.

The new design raises the bridge higher to reduce flooding, rebuilds the pathways for accessibility, and keeps the natural feel of the park intact.

It's the kind of upgrade that quietly makes life better for everyone, whether you're walking the dog, biking through Wolseley, or pushing a stroller.

Projects like this remind us how good it feels when our public spaces get the love they deserve. Wolseley already has so much character, and a thoughtful new bridge will only add to it.

Your feedback genuinely shapes what gets built, so if Omand Park is part of your world, this is your chance to leave a mark on it.

Click here: To see the full design and take the survey!

Free skating, free hockey, bouncy castles, and a $500 summer camp giveaway.

All in one morning, all for your family.

That's exactly what Canlan Sports is hosting next weekend on Monday, May 18 from 10 AM to 1:30 PM, and they're calling it Skate, Sip & Chill.

A great way to spend your Victoria Day long weekend with the family and friends you love most.

It's completely FREE, open to all ages, and exclusive to the Winnipeg Digest community and the people you share it with.

And if that wasn't enough, Canlan Sports is also giving away a FREE week of summer camp worth nearly $500 to one lucky family in attendance.

The first 50 kids through the door also get a goodie bag stuffed with stickers, pucks, hockey cards, and free drop-in passes.

Quick heads up: helmets are required on the ice, and skates are not provided, so bring your own if you have them.

Sign-ups are filling up quickly, and spots will be cut off once we hit capacity, so lock yours in below and share it with your family group chats before it's too late!

P.S. Sign up takes less than 5 minutes, lock your spot in now before they're gone!

Winnipeg doesn't always get the credit it deserves when it comes to food. But this week, the rest of the country had no choice but to notice.

Canada's 100 Best, one of the most respected dining lists in the country, just dropped its 2026 rankings. And sitting right there among the best restaurants from coast to coast are three names from right here at home.

One Winnipeg spot on this list would be exciting. Three is something else entirely. It's a reminder of just how much talent is tucked into our restaurants, often run by chefs who've been quietly building something special for years.

So if you've been waiting for a reason to finally book that reservation, here are three of them.

Click Here: To see the full Canada's 100 Best list and learn more about each restaurant!

If you've been around the West Broadway area in the last few weeks, this one's worth a quick read.

Manitoba Health is letting Winnipeggers know about two locations where people may have been exposed to Hepatitis A:

If you were at either spot during those times, keep an eye out for symptoms like fever, nausea, stomach pain, or jaundice. They can show up anywhere from two to seven weeks after exposure. If anything feels off, give your healthcare provider a call.

The good news is that vaccination can prevent Hepatitis A, even after exposure if it's caught early. Eligibility for the free vaccine has been expanded, and Health Links is available at 204-788-8200 to answer questions.

Click here: To see the latest exposures and what you can do.

P.S. If you know someone who lives or works in the West Broadway area, this one's worth passing along.

If Pan Am Pool is part of your routine, this is one to mark on the calendar.

Winnipeg's busiest aquatic centre is set to close to the public starting January 18, 2027 for a major rehabilitation project that's expected to take about 16 months.

The work includes concrete repairs to the main pool tank, deck, and dive towers, plus retiling and a new waterproof membrane.

It's a long stretch without the pool, especially for the swim, dive, and water polo communities who rely on it.

But after nearly 60 years since the 1967 Pan American Games, the building is overdue for some real care so it can keep serving Winnipeg for years to come.

Click here: For the latest updates on Pan Am Pool.

Nobody loves a detour. But if your morning commute has been bumpier than usual lately, there's a reason for it, and a lot of it is good news.

The City just announced its 2026 construction schedule, with about $156.8 million going toward local and regional street improvements this year.

It's part of a bigger six-year, $1.1 billion road renewal plan.

Yes, the cones and detours can be frustrating. But smoother roads, safer sidewalks, and better routes for everyone (drivers, cyclists, walkers, and transit users) are worth the patience.

Click here: To see the full plan and the lane closure map.

For any Jets fan who's ever dreamed of having a real piece of the team in their basement, this one's pretty cool.

The Winnipeg Jets are giving their home dressing room a full overhaul this summer (the first major renovation since the team returned in 2011), and the old player stalls are now up for auction on the Jets Gear eBay store.

The renovation will add 3,000 square feet of new space, including a new medical treatment area, upgraded workout space, and even a tunnel straight to the visitors' bench.

It's a big upgrade for the team, and a fun chance for fans to take a little piece of the old room home.

Click here: To check out the auction and place a bid!

This section includes only the major events happening soon. For a complete list of all events, you'll have to wait for future editions!

Thanks for reading The Winnipeg Digest! Let’s chat again on Wednesday!