Happy Monday, Winnipeg!
Spring is here and we're finally starting to feel it. Temps are expected to climb to 18°C this week, and honestly, after the winter we had, that sounds pretty good.
Summer planning is already in full swing around the city, and today's edition is packed. Plus, there's something happening today that you'll want to get out the door for (more on that below).
Grab your coffee, settle in, and let's get into it.
Now, in today’s edition:
Manitoba Restores Cardiac Centre at St. Boniface Hospital
Restaurant of the Week
International Rugby Returns After 33 Years
New Measles Exposure Sites Identified Across Winnipeg
Brand new 50,000 sq ft sports facility opens in Winnipeg
Multiple events this week & more
— Jas Singh
News
Manitoba Restores Cardiac Centre at St. Boniface Hospital
If you've ever sat in a waiting room wondering when you’ll be seen, you know how much timely care matters. That's why this one hits close to home.
The province just announced a $22.1 million investment to rebuild the cardiac centre of excellence at St. Boniface Hospital, Manitoba's only site for adult inpatient cardiac care.
The program was once ranked among the best in Canada, but years of funding and staffing cuts chipped away at its capacity while the need for heart care only grew.
Here's what's included in the restoration:
19 new inpatient cardiology beds
A dedicated rapid cardiac assessment unit so patients with heart concerns can see a specialist faster, rather than waiting in the ER
More access to key procedures like catheterization and valve replacement
And a centralized office to coordinate care and reduce delays across the system
For families across Manitoba, this means shorter waits, faster answers, and more peace of mind knowing the care they need is close to home.
It's the kind of investment that quietly changes lives.
A Message from Modo Yoga
Your First Month of Unlimited Classes for $40 (Over $100 Off)
As we get closer to summer, more people start looking for ways to stay active and feel their best.
Yoga, hot pilates, and strength-based workouts are some of the easiest ways to do that.
But one-off classes don’t always make it easy to stay consistent or see real progress.
That’s why Modo Yoga Winnipeg is offering an exclusive membership for Winnipeg Digest readers, starting with your first month at just $40 (that’s over $100 in savings).
The best part? You get unlimited access to all classes, giving you the time and flexibility to figure out what works for you.
Here’s what you’ll get:
Unlimited yoga, hot pilates, and workout classes
Classes running morning to evening, every day
Access to both Waverley and Donald Street studios
The chance to try different class styles and build a routine
This offer includes a minimum two-month commitment, so you have enough time to build consistency and actually see results.
After the first month, your membership continues at the regular rate.
Modo Yoga has been part of Winnipeg’s wellness community since 2007, offering guided classes in a space that feels welcoming, no matter your experience level.
So if you’ve been thinking about getting into a routine before summer, click the link below to grab your pass while it’s still available and take advantage of this exclusive offer!
Restaurant of the Week:
Sun Fortune Restaurant
A Pembina Highway Staple That Keeps Regulars Coming Back
Some restaurants don't need flashy branding or a trendy location.
They just need great food and a kitchen that cares.
Sun Fortune is one of those places.
This family-run Hong Kong-style spot on Pembina Highway has been a go-to for regulars across the city for years. The menu is huge, with well over a hundred dishes, and the kitchen turns everything out fast and fresh.
A few dishes that locals keep coming back for:
Peking duck (pre-order ahead, it's worth the call)
Roast duck and BBQ pork on rice
Salt and pepper shrimp, crispy and well seasoned
Beef ho fun noodles with a rich, smoky flavour
Beef in Maggi sauce, a crowd favourite with regulars
It's the kind of place where tables are full by 6 p.m. on a weekend and regulars already know what they're ordering before they sit down.
If you're looking for a spot where the food speaks for itself and every dish feels made with real care, Sun Fortune is well worth the visit.
📍 2077 Pembina Hwy #15
🕒 Tues to Sun, 4:00 to 9:30 PM (Closed Mondays)
Click here: To check out their full menu or place an order!
Community Digest
The FIFA World Cup Trophy is Coming to Winnipeg Today
This is a fun one. The actual FIFA World Cup trophy is in Winnipeg right now.
As part of the FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour, the original trophy is stopping at Memorial Park today from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Visitors can see it up close, take photos with it, and enjoy games, music, and giveaways set up by the tour's sponsor.
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicking off this June across Canada, the U.S., and Mexico, this is a cool chance to feel the buildup right here at home. If you've got a kid or grandkid who loves soccer, this could be one of those moments they remember for a long time.
The event is free, but you do need to grab a ticket ahead of time.
Click here: To get your free tickets and check it out today!
International Rugby Returns to Winnipeg After 33 Years
We don't always get the chance to watch international sports right here in Winnipeg. That's what makes this one special.
On July 18, Princess Auto Stadium will welcome a doubleheader as part of the 2026 World Rugby Nations Cup. Tonga takes on Portugal, followed by Canada facing Zimbabwe, bringing four countries to one field right here in our city.
It's been 33 years since Canada's men's rugby team last played in Winnipeg. Back in 1993, they beat the United States at Maple Grove Park. Now they're finally coming back.
Here's what to know:
The Nations Cup is a new global tournament featuring 12 teams that have qualified for the 2027 Rugby World Cup
The event is expected to bring over $3.1 million in local economic impact
Games will be broadcast on TSN
Whether you follow rugby closely or just love a big summer night out with live competition on home turf, this is one you'll want to be there for.
City Updates
New Measles Exposure Sites Identified Across Winnipeg
Measles exposures in Winnipeg have been popping up consistently over the past few months, and public health officials have now flagged six more locations across the city.
If you were at any of these spots during the listed times, officials are asking you to check your immunization records.
Here are the locations:
Ray of Hope Medical Centre (775 Henderson Hwy), April 4, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
St. Boniface Hospital ER (409 Taché Ave), April 4, 10:30 p.m. to April 5, 4:30 a.m.
Extended Hours Clinic, Concordia Hospital (1095 Concordia Ave), April 5, 12:45 to 4:30 p.m.
Shoppers Drug Mart (1128 Henderson Hwy), April 5, 3:00 to 5:20 p.m.
Urgent Care, Concordia Hospital (1095 Concordia Ave), April 5, 10:30 p.m. to April 6, 3:00 p.m.
U of M Investors Group Athletic Centre (75 Sidney Smith St), April 5, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
If you were at any of these locations during those times, reach out to your health care provider, especially if you haven't been vaccinated or aren't sure of your records.
P.S. If you know someone who may have been at any of these spots, send them the link above so they can check for themselves.
A Massive New Sports Facility Is Coming to Winnipeg
If your kids love sports, you're going to want to hear about this…
A brand new 50,000 sq ft sports and wellness facility is about to open in Winnipeg, and it's bringing something the city hasn't had before.
One massive space for basketball, volleyball, pickleball, and more, all under one roof.
Buffalo Run is launching RWC Lifestyle Summer Camps this year, and they're designed to keep kids active, build confidence, and have a blast doing it.
Here's what to know:
Full-day summer camp, including both sports-focused and non-sports options through safe, structured play
A fun, high-energy environment built around teamwork and movement
Optional extended care and lunch add-ons available
Limited spots available for each camp
And the best part? They’re offering $50 off each camp right now during their flash sale, ending on Friday, April 17th.
Use the code “CAMP” at checkout!
Want to check it out before signing up? They're hosting a free Open House on April 25 with tours, activities, and a chance to see the space for yourself.
P.S. Know a family with kids who live for basketball or volleyball? Send this their way. They'll thank you later.
Events Coming up this week:
This section includes only the major events happening soon. For a complete list of all events, you'll have to wait for future editions!
The Architecture + Design Film Festival | April 15-19 (Tickets)
Location: Various Venues
Description: The Architecture + Design Film Festival (A+DFF) in Winnipeg presents critically acclaimed films focusing on the importance of architecture and design in everyday life. The films cover a range of design-oriented topics from architecture and urban design to graphics and product design.
WAG Wednesday Nights: Film Screening & Live Music
| 5PM-9PM, April 15 (FREE)Location: Winnipeg Art Gallery—Qaumajuq
Description: WAG-Qaumajuq transforms Wednesday nights into an after-hours experience designed for people who want more from their week — more creativity, more connection, more inspiration.
Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra presents An 8-Bit Big Band
| 7:30PM, April 16 (Tickets)Location: West End Cultural Centre
Description: Two plumbers exploring a magical world of flying turtles, hoppin' mad mushrooms and magical bricks. Drummer and YouTube sensation (8-bit Music Theory) joins the Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra for a nostalgic journey through the world of video game music.
Astronomy Night | 6PM-9PM, April 16 (Tickets)
Location: FortWhyte Alive
Description: Take a trip through the stars inside the Star Dome, a portable planetarium popping up inside the Richardson Interpretive Center. Throughout the show, you will travel to different parts of the Earth and see the sky from the perspective of other cultures and ages.
Ride The Musical | April 16 - May 2 (Tickets)
Location: The Berney Theatre
Description: Annie Londonderry set out to be the first woman to cycle around the world in 1894 and became an international sensation. This new musical, direct from London’s West End, spins her unbelievable journey into a dazzling, empowering ride through history, media, and reinvention.
The Sheepdogs | 8PM, April 17 (Tickets)
Location: Burton Cummings Theatre
Descriptions: The Sheepdogs are Canada’s leaders in rock ’n’ roll entertainment. Four-time JUNO Award winners from Saskatoon, with multiple Gold and Platinum records to their name, they blend killer harmonies, dual-guitar wizardry, and a stage presence that turns audiences into true believers.
The Newlywed Game Night | 7PM, April 17 (Tickets)
Location: The Basement Comedy Lounge
Descriptions: Get ready for a fun, live interactive night inspired by the classic 1970s game show era — think the energy of vintage TV game shows brought to life on stage
Candlelight Concerts (Tickets)
6:45PM, April 17: The Best of Hans Zimmer
9PM, April 17: Hip-Hop on Strings
Location: Crescent Arts Centre
Descriptions: Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Winnipeg.
Art in Bloom | April 17-19 (More Info)
Location: Winnipeg Art Gallery—Qaumajuq
Description: Every second year, the galleries blossom with a feast for the senses. This April, experience Art in Bloom’s beautiful exhibit of floral designs and the art that inspired them. You won’t want to miss this festival celebrating spring, art, and community at WAG-Qaumajuq!
Third + Bird – Spring Market | April 17-19 (Tickets)
Location: Red River Exhibition Place
Descriptions: Grab your shopping crew and get ready for a fun weekend at Winnipeg’s largest Urban market! Come shop 170 Manitoba makers, eat delicious food, and enjoy a drink while you shop. Whether you’re into art, ceramics, tasty food, stylish clothing, cool jewellery, home goodies, or candles, they’ve got you covered for all your spring vibes.
UFC returns to Winnipeg | April 18 (Tickets)
Location: Canada Life Centre
Descriptions: The UFC announced a Fight Night card on Friday that will take place on Saturday, April 18, at the Canada Life Centre. The main event will feature Canadian Mike Malott who is the brother of former Winnipeg Jets and Manitoba Moose forward Jeff Malott. The 34-year-old will headline the card and put a 13-2-1 record on the line in a welterweight bout against Brazilian Gilbert Burns.
Killers of Kill Tony | 7PM, April 18 (Tickets)
Location: Burton Cummings Theatre
Descriptions: Regulars and fan favorites from Kill Tony, the #1 live podcast in the world, bring their stand-up show on the road with Killers of Kill Tony coming to Burton Cummings Theatre on Sat. April 18, 2026. Tickets go on sale to the general public Friday, Oct. 31, at 10 a.m. at Ticketmaster.
Exciting Events: April 13th - 14th
Community Fun🎆
Mini Mondays: Froggy Fun Craft & Find The Frog Activity
| 10AM-2PM, April 13 (Tickets)Location: Manitoba Children's Museum
Descriptions: A fun-filled day of stimulating play designed for our youngest visitors, children under 4 years old! We provide tailored crafts to help develop fine motor skills, activities that aid in dramatic play, and/or a special story time at 11:00AM and 1:00PM.
Toddler Tuesdays at The Leaf | 9:30AM-10AM, April 14 (Tickets)
Location: The Leaf Assiniboine Park
Descriptions: Your little one will enjoy music and games while discovering the joy of movement in the beautiful Mediterranean Biome. There will be a mix of different activities throughout the weeks, including music, dance, yoga, and drama.
The Last Wife Play | April 14-18 (Tickets)
Location: John Hirsch Mainstage
Description: With sharp dialogue and compelling characters, this historical fight for power explores humanity through a contemporary lens. A funny and fascinating dissection of patriarchy, sexual politics and women’s rights.
Special Events🥂
Prozzak | 8PM, April 13 (Tickets)
Location: The Park Theatre
Descriptions: Prozzak is bringing the party to The Park Theatre for a nostalgic, sing-it-at-the-top-of-your-lungs, dance-all-night throwback. If you grew up blasting Sucks To Be You and Strange Disease, this is your chance to relive it live, in a room that feels close, loud, and electric.
Winnipeg Baroque Festival | 10AM-2PM, April 13-18 (Tickets)
Location: Various Venues
Description: Co-directed by Andrew Balfour and Richard Gillis, this program will feature the glorious antiphonal music of Venetian master Giovanni Gabriel, as well as brass transcriptions of Elizabethan composers William Byrd and Orlando Gibbons Consort music, and arrangements for brass choir of the music of Johann Sebastian Bach.
Chad Anderson | April 14-16 (Tickets)
Location: Rumor's Restaurant and Comedy Club
Description: Chad Anderson is a stand-up comedian currently based in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He’s appeared on CBC and performed at the Winnipeg Comedy Festival, JFL Toronto, JFL Vancouver, Odd Block Comedy Festival and Arctic Air Comedy Festival. Chad’s comedy reflects on his own personal experiences including fatherhood and tragedy as well as subjects ranging from social media to racism.
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