Good morning, Winnipeg! Spring has sprung, and the city's getting warmer by the day. We've got a jam-packed week ahead with over 12 events to enjoy, and even more on the horizon.

In today's edition of the Winnipeg Digest:

• Jets Whiteout Party Makes a Comeback

• Support Local: Peckish Winnipeg

• Exciting Events for the week!

So, grab your coffee and get ready to dive into the best of what Winnipeg has to offer this week.

— Jas Singh

Jets Whiteout Party Makes a Comeback

Get ready for the playoffs with the return of the famous Whiteout street parties! Starting April 17, grab your tickets for just $10 each. Half of that (5 dollars) goes straight to United Way Winnipeg to help folks in our community.

They're setting up big screens on Donald Street between Portage Avenue and Graham Street, where up to 5,000 fans can watch the Jets smoke their competition. And if you've got playoff tickets, you're all set—no need for extra tickets to join the street party fun!

That's not all. Check out the Party in the Plaza at True North Square too. Those tickets are $25, with another $5 helping United Way. The province and local businesses are chipping in to keep the party going strong, boosting the overall morale and supporting vital causes.

So, let's get together, Winnipeg! Cheer on the Jets and party for a good cause. Don't miss out on the action!

Support Local: Peckish Winnipeg

Peckish Winnipeg, is a premier charcuterie shop in town. Recently went above and beyond for a customer who needed a bunch of custom charcuterie boxes, like, ASAP.

After picking up their gorgeous, carefully assembled orders, this customer claimed fraud to their bank, ghosting Peckish completely. No calls answered, no emails returned. Ouch, right?

This kind of move hits our small businesses hard. They lose not just the materials and time, but there’s hardly any safety net to catch them. So if you can, drop by order a box (or two!), and show some love!

New Traffic Tech Decreases Emergency Response Time by 20%

Our city just kicked off a cool pilot project with some high-tech gear aimed at making our streets safer and faster for emergency responses. The new system lets first responders like ambulance and fire truck drivers flip some traffic lights to green as they zoom to calls. That means quicker help when seconds count!

This tech, known as the Emergency Vehicle Pre-emption (EVP) system, is up and running at 17 key intersections around Osborne Street. It cost the city $78,000 to set up, expecting it to cut down response times by about 20%.

For now, 15 emergency vehicles have the magic transponders that make traffic lights cooperate. After the pilot wraps in March 2025, the city will do the math to see if it’s worth expanding.

Exciting Events Next Week: Make Plans to Join the Fun!

Sporty Showdowns 🏒

• Winnipeg Jets vs. Seattle Kraken: Experience the thrill at Canada Life Centre on Tuesday, April 16 at 7:00 PM. Don't miss out as the Jets clash with the Kraken! (Tickets)

• Winnipeg Jets vs. Vancouver Canucks: Cheer on the Jets once more when they face the Canucks on Thursday, April 18 at 7:00 PM at Canada Life Centre. Be there to support our team! (Tickets)

Musical Magic🎸

• Mini Pop Kids Live – The GOOD VIBES TOUR: Bring the whole family to Winnipeg’s most energetic concert! Catch the Mini Pop Kids on Saturday, April 21 from 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM. Tickets: $30 - $42. (Tickets)

• The Park Theatre Presents: Rock out with The Main Street Exiles & Heartbreak Highway, delivering classic Rolling Stones and Tom Petty tunes. Friday, April 19, doors at 7:00 PM, show at 8:00 PM. Tickets: $25.(Tickets)

Learning and Innovation 🧠

• Startup Canada Tour Winnipeg: Network and learn at the RBC Convention Centre on Thursday, April 18. Tickets: $30 - $139. Dive into keynotes, panels, and the “Pop-up” Pitch Competition with a chance to win $3,000! (More Info)

• BlackStar Foundation Entrepreneurs Workshop: Shine bright with us on Thursday, April 18 from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology. An event for inspiring entrepreneurs! (Tickets)

Art and Culture 🎨

• Tim Gardner: The Full Story: Explore the artistic journey of Tim Gardner at the Winnipeg Art Gallery, from April 13 - April 21. Discover a collection of lifelike moments in sports and nature, captured in watercolor and more.  (More Info)

• Invented Landscapes WAG@The Park: Free exhibition! Wander through diverse art pieces from April 13 to April 30 at Assiniboine Park. Art from local and national artists awaits!  (More Info)

• Beyond the Beat: Music of Resistance and Change: Visit the Canadian Museum for Human Rights to experience how music has shaped social movements, from April 13 until August 31. (More Info)

Educational Opportunities 🌱

• Sustainability Tour at The Leaf: Join a free 30-minute tour on Saturday, April 20 at 1:00 PM. Learn about sustainable practices that helped The Leaf achieve its LEED certification. (More Info)

• Manitoba's Tourism Industry Conference: Connect and be inspired at the RBC Convention Centre on Wednesday, April 17 from 8:00 AM - April 18 at 12:30 PM. Hosted by the Tourism Industry Association of Manitoba. (More Info)

• Winnipeg Public Library Pop-up: Enjoy reading? Visit our library pop-up at The Mediterranean Biome, The Leaf on Wednesday, April 17 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Perfect for book lovers of all ages! (More Info)

CHEERS!

And there you have it, we're starting up another week of April adventures. From cheering on the Jets to exploring the arts, it's been quite the journey. Did we skip over any events from this past week? Would love to know!

— Jas, Winnipeg Digest