Happy Friday, Winnipeg!

The first official week of the new year is already coming to an end, and somehow January decided to be a little kinder than usual. A bit more sun, slightly warmer days, and weather that actually makes stepping outside feel doable.

We hope you found a small moment this week to get some fresh air, even if it was just a short walk or a quick stop outside before heading back in.

Now, in today’s edition:

— Jas Singh

Winnipeg has been moving people around for nearly 150 years, and a big part of that story has quietly been sitting in binders and boxes. Until now.

Thousands of historic transit photos have been digitized and shared, giving Winnipeggers a chance to see how the city looked and moved in earlier generations.

It’s the kind of history that feels personal, especially if you’ve spent years riding the bus or walking these same streets.

If you enjoy Winnipeg history or just like seeing familiar streets and places from a different time, this collection is worth a few minutes. It’s easy to scroll through and hard not to smile at how much the city has grown.

Click Here: To see all the images from the Winnipeg Transit photo collection.

PS: A selection of these photos is also on display at City Hall at the Susan A. Thompson Building, 510 Main Street. You can visit the exhibit on weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Click Here: To see hours and details for the City Hall exhibition.

A new year is when a lot of us start thinking ahead. Not just about work or routines, but about travel plans, time away, and trips that give you something to look forward to in the months ahead.

That’s where Bonaventure Travel comes in. Whether you already have a destination in mind or you’re still figuring out where you want to go, they make planning easier with expert help and all-inclusive options that take the stress out of travel.

Flights, a 7-night stay, and transfers are all included, so you know exactly what you’re booking.

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Even if you’re still weighing options or planning a trip somewhere else, Bonaventure Travel is a great place to start. Click the button below to explore these trips, see what’s included, and browse other travel options to help plan your next getaway.

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Click here: To view the full house & plan your showing!

Click here: To view the full house & plan your showing!

Click here: To view the full house & plan your showing!

A new street drug has been found in Winnipeg, and it’s raising serious safety concerns for families and communities.

Local testing has confirmed that a white pill being sold as Percocet is actually something much more dangerous. The pill contains metonitazene, a synthetic opioid that is stronger than fentanyl, which means the risk of overdose is extremely high even in small amounts.

For parents and caregivers, this is an important reminder to stay alert and keep open conversations going with teens and young adults.

If you ever come across pills like this in your neighbourhood, do not touch them and take them seriously. Sharing this information helps keep people safe.

Click Here: For more details on this new drug.

The University of Manitoba is opening the door for the community to take part in a big moment that will shape its campus for decades to come. It’s one of those events that’s easy to miss, but meaningful if you’re interested in where higher education in Winnipeg is headed.

On January 20, UM is launching Building Bold, a new 30-year capital plan focused on how the campus will grow, renew key spaces, and plan for future students.

This is especially relevant for current students, parents with kids thinking about university, and anyone curious about long-term changes at UM.

The event runs from 9:45 to 11:15 a.m. at the UMSU University Centre, with a virtual option available as well.

If this is something you’ve been meaning to follow, it’s worth signing up now and adding it to your calendar before it gets busy.

Click Here: To register and learn more about the event.

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