Happy Monday, Winnipeg!

Hope you had a great long weekend. Winnipeg's weather was as unpredictable as ever. Saturday felt like spring was finally here, and then Sunday reminded us not to get too comfortable. That's Winnipeg for you.

We've got a packed edition for you today, and a quick poll below that we'd love for you to take part in. It takes two seconds and helps us keep bringing you the best of Winnipeg.

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

Now, in today’s edition:

— Jas Singh

If you live in South Winnipeg, you've probably been hearing about the South Winnipeg Recreation Campus for years. It's been a long time coming, with years of planning, community input, and conversations about what the area needs.

Well, it's finally happening. The campus is being built at 15 Ruth Crossing on Bison Drive, east of Kenaston. Construction on Phase 1 is now underway, and the city is already moving forward with Phase 2.

And Phase 2 is where it gets really exciting. The city has officially started the design process for a brand new aquatic centre.

The city has set aside $1.5 million for early design work and public engagement.

A draft design is expected to be shared with residents in early 2027, and the aquatic centre is estimated to cost between $40 and $60 million.

For a part of the city that's been growing for years, this is the kind of place that brings a whole community together. And it's finally on the way.

Click here: To watch a video on how the centre will look.

If you're looking for one of the most convenient places to live in Winnipeg, this might be it.

55 Post Street by Paragon Living is now leasing in the heart of Whyte Ridge, with brand new townhomes designed around one thing: making your day-to-day life easier.

Being steps from Costco, restaurants, schools, and everyday errands means your whole day doesn't get eaten up by driving around.

It’s the kind of location where everything you need is just a short drive away.

And with only 52 units available, these townhomes won’t stay on the market for long.

So if you’ve been thinking about moving or upgrading your space, now’s the time to check the available units and book your tour.

Some spots in Winnipeg don't need a fancy menu or a big dining room. They just need to do one thing really well. VJ's Drive Inn is one of those spots.

Sitting on Main Street since 1958, this tiny walk-up burger stand has been feeding Winnipeggers for almost 70 years.

The star of the menu is the Fatboy: a messy, chili-topped burger loaded with onions, pickles, mustard, and mayo on a soft white bun. It's the kind of burger you eat with both hands and zero regrets.

It's no-frills, it's messy, and it's one of the most loved burger joints in Winnipeg for a reason.

📍 170 Main St
🕒 Open daily, 10 AM – 9:30 PM

Click here: To check out VJ's and see what other locals say about them.

For a lot of Winnipeggers, the cost of getting around the city adds up fast. And not enough people know there's a program that can help.

A lot of people don't know this, but the city's WINNpass program offers a 50% discount on monthly transit passes and e-cash rides for individuals and households with low income.

It's a quiet program that not enough people know about, but it makes a real difference for the ones who do.

To help spread the word, the city's Transit Travel Training team is hosting a free Zoom session this Tuesday, April 7 from 12 to 1 p.m. to walk through everything you need to know:

Registration is required, but it only takes a minute to sign up.

So whether it's for yourself, a family member, or a neighbour, this is worth passing along. You never know who it might help.

Click here: To register for the free WINNpass info session.

If you were at Canada Life Centre the last time Teddy Allen suited up for the Sea Bears, you already know what's coming.

The Winnipeg Sea Bears have re-signed forward Teddy Allen ahead of the upcoming CEBL season, and honestly, this is a big one.

Allen, nicknamed "Buckets," was named league MVP back in 2023 during his first run with Winnipeg, and he's been putting up numbers everywhere he's gone since.

If you've seen him play, you get it. Summer basketball in Winnipeg is already one of the best nights out in the city, and having Teddy back makes it that much better.

The CEBL season is right around the corner, so if you've been looking for something fun to do with friends or family this summer, now's a good time to check out the schedule and grab some tickets for opening night.

Click here: To see when the Sea Bears season kicks off.

The City of Winnipeg has officially lifted the annual winter route parking ban.

So if you've been moving your car off designated streets between 2 and 7 a.m., you can finally stop worrying about that.

The ban came into effect back in early December, and during that time, the city handed out over 1,000 tickets and towed roughly 700 vehicles in just the first week alone.

No other winter parking bans are currently in place. And any future snow-related parking updates will be posted on the city's website.

It's April, so we'll take it. One more small sign that spring is actually here.

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

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