Trump Adds New Tariff on Canada

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Jas Singh
October 27, 2025

Happy Monday, Winnipeg!

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We’re also covering a little bit of everything today, from Canada-wide tariffs to local reminders and some fun stories that show just how much is happening around Winnipeg.

Now, in today’s edition:

  • Trump Adds New 10% Tariff on Canada

  • IMPORTANT POLL ON WINNIPEG DIGEST

  • Restaurants of the Week: Secret Basement Bar

  • Reminder: Yard Waste Collection Season Ending Soon

  • Winnipeg Businesses Can Now Host Shelter Dogs

  • Multiple events this week & more

Grab a warm drink, get comfy, and don’t forget to vote in today’s poll as your voice really does help shape what comes next for the Digest.

— Jas Singh

News

Trump Adds New 10% Tariff on Canada

A new 10% tariff has been added to Canadian goods after U.S. President Donald Trump reacted to a controversial Ontario government ad.

Here’s what happened:

  • Ontario launched a $75M ad campaign in the U.S. featuring Ronald Reagan, criticizing tariffs.

  • Trump called the ad “fraudulent” and demanded it be pulled immediately.

  • He announced an extra 10% tariff on top of what Canada already pays.

  • Ontario Premier Doug Ford confirmed the ad will be pulled by today, October 27, in hopes of restarting trade talks.

The move comes just weeks after progress seemed to be made between Prime Minister Mark Carney’s team and U.S. officials.

Trade discussions between the two countries have now been halted, with no meeting planned between Trump and Prime Minister Mark Carney during this week’s ASEAN summit.

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Restaurant of the Week: Sous Sol

Source: Sous Sol

The Secret Basement Bar Everyone Loves

If you’ve ever strolled down Osborne and noticed a small staircase leading underground, you’ve likely passed one of Winnipeg’s most charming secrets: Sous Sol.

Hidden below street level, this candle-lit French restaurant feels like stepping into another time. It’s romantic, a little mysterious, and full of character from floor to ceiling.

Here’s what makes it special:

  • French favourites like Duck Leg Confit with orange duck jus and kale, or a perfectly cooked Filet Mignon with truffle butter.

  • Creative cocktails ranging from bold rum punches to creative gin infusions, each one as artistic as the room itself.

  • A space that feels like Paris in the early 1900s with antique chairs, Persian rugs, vintage glassware, and candlelight glowing in every corner.

📍 22-222 Osborne Street
🕒 Wed–Thu 5–12 | Fri–Sat 5–1 | Sun–Tue Closed

Perfect for a cozy date night or a long chat with friends. It’s intimate, a little mysterious, and totally unforgettable, the kind of place you only hear about through a friend who swears it’s the best spot in Winnipeg.

Community Digest

Reminder: Yard Waste Collection Season Ending Soon

Source: City of Winnipeg

Just a friendly reminder, Winnipeg: If your yard’s still covered in leaves, this is your final reminder to get those bags out!

Winnipeg’s curbside yard waste collection is almost done for the season, and the city’s crews are making their last rounds before winter settles in.

Here’s what to know:

  • Area A: Final pickup runs October 27–31

  • Area B: Final pickup runs November 3–7

  • Use reusable containers (no lids), cardboard boxes, or paper yard waste bags for the yard waste

  • Halloween pumpkins are also accepted, just take off any candles or decorations

And if you miss pickup, you can still drop off your yard waste at any of the 4R Winnipeg Depots (Brady Rd., Pacific Ave., or Panet Rd.).

So use this as your reminder or a reminder to nudge your husband, that this is the last chance to clear up the yard before the snow hits!

If you’re unsure which area you’re in or when your pickup will be…

Ms. Lauryn Hill is Coming to Winnipeg

Source: The Burton Cummings Theatre

The legendary Ms. Lauryn Hill is bringing her Artist In Residence tour to the Burton Cummings Theatre on November 19.

Known for her soul-stirring voice and timeless hits, Lauryn Hill’s music has been the soundtrack to countless lives. From her days with The Fugees to her solo masterpiece The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill, her songs still hit just as hard today.

Here’s what to expect:

  • Iconic tracks like Doo Wop (That Thing), Ex-Factor, and Killing Me Softly

  • A powerful, intimate show celebrating decades of artistry

  • And a once-in-a-lifetime chance to see one of music’s most influential voices up close

Her shows have been selling out fast across North America, and Winnipeg’s nearly gone too.

📍 Burton Cummings Theatre
🗓️ November 19, 2025

Grab your tickets while you still can and get ready for a night that’ll feel like pure soul.

Winnipeg Blue Bombers Set Record with a Sold-Out Season

It’s not just the players making history this season, it’s the fans. The Winnipeg Blue Bombers have officially sold out every single home game of 2025, hitting an incredible streak of 14 consecutive sell-outs since last August.

That’s over 450,000 fans filling Princess Auto Stadium, week after week, turning every game into a full-on celebration of blue and gold pride. From long-time season ticket holders to kids at their very first game, the energy has been pure Winnipeg through and through.

Next up, the Bombers face Montreal on November 1 in an away game, and if all goes well, we’ll see them right back home for the 112th Grey Cup on November 16.

City Updates

Winnipeg Businesses Can Now Host Shelter Dogs

If your office could use a little more joy (and maybe a few tail wags), Winnipeg Animal Services has the perfect idea.

Their Business Buddies program lets local businesses “borrow” a shelter dog for a few hours or even a few days, to help give pups a break from shelter life while adding some fun to the workday.

Here’s how it works:

  • A designated employee from your business stops by 1057 Logan Avenue with proof of employment.

  • Staff will ask a few quick questions and match your team with a dog that fits your workplace vibe.

  • You can host the pup for an afternoon or up to a week, with overnight options available if your space allows it.

  • Winnipeg Animal Services provides all supplies, including food, toys, and leashes, so it’s completely hassle-free.

It’s a simple way to brighten your office, boost morale, and help dogs get noticed by the community, all while giving them a much-needed break from the shelter.

New Downtown Resource Corner Opens at Millennium Library

The Manitoba government has opened the Downtown Resource Corner inside the Millennium Library, creating a warm, accessible space for people to connect with the help they need.

The goal is simple: to make downtown Winnipeg a safer, more supportive place for everyone.

Here’s what it offers:

  • Mental health workers available to listen and provide support

  • Public health nursing for medical needs and referrals

  • Employment and Income Assistance staff to guide people through financial supports

  • And even housing and social navigation from the Downtown Community Safety Partnership team

The space is open about 20 hours a week, mostly in the afternoons, with one evening each week. It’s a community-first approach that focuses on care, safety, and connection, offering the right kind of help before problems grow bigger.

It’s another step toward making downtown a place where everyone can feel safe and supported.

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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!

  • South Osborne BIZ Guided Restaurant Tour: Dark History | 5:15PM-9:15PM, Oct 29 (Tickets)

    • Location: Three to four restaurant stops as well as several historical/interpretive stops along the way

    • Description: This four-hour restaurant tour of South Osborne will take you through our neighborhood while celebrating Halloween, exploring the dark past of the area and enjoying a four-course meal (and a spooky cocktail) along the way.

  • Dinner & A Movie screening of the 1975 classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show | 5PM, Oct 29 (Tickets)

    • Location: The Metropolitan Entertainment Centre

    • Description: The Rocky Horror Picture Show is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Enjoy a special Dinner & A Movie screening of the 1975 classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show, served with a side of thrilling suspense and delicious eats.

  • Boo at the Zoo | Oct 29-31 (Tickets)

    • Location: Assiniboine Park Zoo

    • Description: All aboard, the train’s ready to go to a town where Halloween spirits roam! Welcome to a mysterious land where fall festivities are in full swing.

  • Six Pines Haunted Attractions | Oct 29-31 ($)

    • Location: Six Pines

    • Description: Six Pines Haunted Attractions has continuously strived to offer Manitoba’s haunt enthusiasts an ever-changing range of haunted houses since inception.

  • Winnipeg Jets vs. Chicago Blackhawks | 7PM, Oct 30 (Tickets)

    • Location: Canada Life Centre

  • Die Harder: A Manitoba Christmas Story | 7PM, Oct 30 - Dec 31 (Tickets)

    • Location: Canad Inns Destination Centre

    • Description: Turns a Winnipeg high rise building into ground zero for festive mayhem; packed with 80’s hits, big hair and even bigger laughs!

  • Tyndall Community Market’s Halloween Special | 4-9PM, Oct 31 (More Info)

    • Location: Tyndall Park Community Centre

    • Description: Trick-or-treating at their food trucks and vendor stalls, live entertainment and music to keep you spooky and energized! And family-friendly games and activities

  • HEEBIE JEEBIES | Oct 31 ($)

    • Location: Heebie Jeebies, 53071 La Salle Road

    • Description: One of the most terrifying Halloween experiences and haunted houses near Winnipeg, Heebie Jeebies is back for its annual scare-fest.

  • Artisan Alley by Inspirations Market | Nov 1-2 (Tickets)

    • Location: Red River Exhibition Park

    • Description: Do your early holiday shopping from 200 different makers over the 2 weekends!

  • The Beaches Concert | 8PM, Nov 1-2 (Tickets)

    • Location: Burton Cummings Theatre

    • Description: The Beaches are doing everything their way. After more than a decade together as a band, sisters Jordan Miller (lead vocals, bass) and Kylie Miller (guitar), plus closest friends Leandra Earl (guitar and keys) and Eliza Enman-McDaniel (drums),

  • The Mush Hole Musical | Nov 1-2 & 8-9 (Tickets)

    • Location: Manitoba Theatre for Young People

    • Description: Created by award-winning dance artist Santee Smith, The Mush Hole is a powerful performance that uses song, dance and theatre to explore the lives and spirits of children forced to attend Ontario’s Mohawk Institute residential school.

  • Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons | 6:30PM, Nov 2 (Tickets)

    • Location: Crescent Arts Centre

    • Description: Discover the music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons at Crescent Arts Centre under the gentle glow of candlelight.

Exciting Events: October 27th & 28th

Music 🎵

  • Sean Taylor | 12PM-2:45PM, Oct 27 (FREE)

    • Location: Belle's Kitchen + Music Hall

  • Indian City | 6:30PM, Oct 27 (Tickets)

    • Location: Sidestage Winnipeg

    • Description: Indian City is an Indigenous-led Folk Pop band created by the late Vince Fontaine.

  • CAR287 | 6-9PM, October 28 (Tickets)

    • Location: Trans Canada Brewing Company

  • Chris Morin/Sam Singer/Sean Burns Duo/Mitchell Steward | 11:45AM-11PM, Oct 28 (FREE)

    • Location: Belle's Kitchen + Music Hall

  • Ron Sexsmith Band | 7PM, Oct 28 (Tickets)

    • Location: Park Theatre

Community Fun🎆

  • Life of Pi Play | October 28 - November 8 (Tickets)

    • Location: Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre - John Hirsch Mainstage

    • Description: Based on the best-selling novel, this epic story of courage, faith and survival roars to life with riveting storytelling and stunning puppetry.

  • Afterlight Musical | Oct 28 - Nov 2 (Tickets)

    • Location: Rainbow Stage

    • Description: A weary vampire, longing for release, encounters a lonely elderly widow who awakens both his hunger and his humanity. Over the course of several surreal nights in her apartment, the two unlikely souls forge a connection that is alternately comic, tragic, and romantic.

Special / Halloween Events 🎃

  • Beading Basics and Artist Talk | 7PM-8PM, Oct 27 (Tickets)

    • Location: Tannis M. Richardson Classroom at The Leaf

    • Description: Learn the basics of beading with Métis artist Shannon Tara Kalić.

  • 2025 Haunted Forest / Corn Maze | October 27 - November 1 (Tickets)

    • Location: A Maze In Corn

    • Description: An interactive, outdoor experience that you won't soon forget. Enter at your own risk as our resident creatures of the forest come alive and lure you in with their haunting humour.

  • Paul Myrehaug Comedy | Oct 28 - Nov 1 ($)

    • Location: Rumor's Restaurant and Comedy Club

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