Midweek check-in, Winnipeg 💙
We just got hit with a random snowstorm on Monday night, and we hope you’re doing okay out there. Whether you’re navigating slippery sidewalks, shovelling the driveway again, or just trying to get through your morning commute safely, take it slow.
In today’s edition, we’re sharing important information for seniors, plus key updates you’ll want to know as the city works to clear our streets and get things back to normal.
There are a few especially important notes in here, so make sure you read closely.
Alright, let’s get into it. Now, in today’s edition:
Manitoba Launches New Campaign to Protect Seniors from Scam Calls
Province Expands Program to Tackle Loneliness Among Seniors
IMPORTANT: Residential Parking Ban Begins
Province Invests $100K in New Playground for École Springfield Heights
Multiple events this week & more
— Jas Singh
News
Manitoba Launches New Campaign to Protect Seniors from Scam Calls
Source: Winnipeg Police Service
It’s heartbreaking to think about someone’s parent or grandparent picking up the phone and losing their life savings in a matter of minutes.
It can happen to anyone, and after a rise in grandparent and emergency scams…
The Manitoba government and Winnipeg Police Service have launched a new anti-fraud campaign called Just Hang Up, focused on protecting older adults from phone scams.
According to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, Manitobans aged 60 and older reported losing nearly $350,000 in 2024 to these types of scams alone.
But this campaign is here to stop that by giving older adults the tools and confidence to shut a scam down before money is lost.
Here’s what the campaign includes:
A simple message: Pause. Hang up. Verify. Report.
A new online resource hub
City-wide ads and public awareness messaging
In-person presentations delivered with A and O Support Services for Older Adults, aiming to reach more than 700 people over six months
Fraudsters are becoming more sophisticated, sometimes even using artificial intelligence to sound like a loved one in distress. That’s why knowing when to pause and simply hang up can make all the difference.
So be sure to click the link below and share this with all the seniors in your life, from friends, to parents and even grandparents, so they don’t ever get caught by any scams like this.
Winnipeg Digest Dinner Club Is Coming Back Next Month
Meeting new people as adults can feel harder than it should. And trying that new restaurant you saved on Instagram? Somehow it always turns into “maybe next week.”
Dinner Club makes it easy.
On March 18, 2026, we’re bringing people together across multiple restaurants in the Exchange District for another night of good food and even better conversation.
Here’s how it works. You take a short quiz. We match you with five others who share similar interests. Then you show up, sit down, and let the night unfold naturally.
Tables are split across different local spots, so you’re discovering somewhere new while supporting Winnipeg restaurants midweek.
Here’s what makes it different:
Curated groups of six
Multiple Exchange District restaurants
Relaxed, low-pressure conversation
Optional bar meetup after dinner
If you’ve been meaning to expand your circle and shake up your routine a little, this is a simple way to do it. Seats always go quickly, so don’t wait too long.
Community Spotlight
Province Expands Program to Tackle Loneliness Among Seniors
Loneliness is more than just a quiet house or an empty calendar. It’s a serious health concern that can affect both mental and physical well-being.
Research shows ongoing isolation can increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, depression and even dementia, especially among older adults.
But to help with that, the province has expanded its social prescribing program across all five regional health authorities. The goal is simple: connect seniors and other Manitobans to community supports that reduce loneliness and strengthen overall health.
Instead of only treating medical symptoms, health-care providers can now refer patients to local, non-medical programs that bring people together.
Here’s what that can include:
Weekly lunch programs, walking groups, board game nights and creative classes
Support accessing food programs, transportation and practical services
And help from more than 120 resource co-ordinators across Manitoba
This is a meaningful step in the right direction.
Recognizing that loneliness is a real health risk and responding to it means more Manitobans can stay connected, supported, and healthier where they live.
City Updates
City Begins Snow Clearing Operations After Monday Night Storm
Source: City of Winnipeg
After Monday night’s snow and blowing winds, crews are out across Winnipeg working to clear routes and clean up drifting.
The city says about five centimetres of snow fell, but strong winds caused localized drifting in open areas, leaving some streets more snow covered than others.
Here’s what to know:
Main routes are being cleared first
Sidewalks and pathways are being re-plowed based on priority
Back lane plowing begins today at 7 a.m.
Crews are reminding drivers to use caution around heavy equipment and adjust to road conditions as work continues.
If you’re heading out, click the link below to check the live snow clearing map and see when your street is scheduled for plowing.
Click Here: To check the live snow clearing map!
IMPORTANT: Residential Parking Ban Begins Thursday Morning
As crews move from main routes into neighbourhoods, residential streets are next.
A residential parking ban will be in effect from Thursday at 7 a.m. until Saturday at 7 p.m. to allow snow and ice removal across Winnipeg.
Here’s how it will roll out by zone:
Thursday (7 a.m.–7 p.m.): D, G, H, P, S
Thursday night: E, F, J, K, L, N, R, T
Friday (7 a.m.–7 p.m.): B, I, M, O, Q, U
Friday night: A, V
Saturday (7 a.m.–7 p.m.): C
During the residential ban, the winter route parking ban will be suspended, meaning drivers can park overnight on designated winter routes Thursday and Friday.
Vehicles parked in violation during their zone’s clearing window could receive a $200 ticket and be towed.
So before you park, click the link below to double-check which zone you’re in and when your area is scheduled for clearing.
Community Digest
Province Invests $100K in New Playground for École Springfield Heights
Source: Winnipeg Architecture Foundation
Good news for families in North Kildonan!
The Manitoba government is investing $100,000 toward a new inclusive playground at École Springfield Heights School, replacing an aging structure that recently closed due to safety concerns.
Here’s what this funding will support:
A new inclusive play structure designed for accessibility
A safe and modern outdoor space for students
A shared gathering space connecting the school and North Kildonan Community Centre
Playgrounds are more than just equipment. They’re where kids build friendships, stay active, and create memories after the school bell rings.
This investment helps ensure children in the neighbourhood have a safe place to play and families have a welcoming community space for years to come.
Click Here: To read more about the new playground project.
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!
Doodle POP | February 27 - March 8 (Tickets)
Location: Manitoba Theatre for Young People
Description: Back by popular demand! The mischievous Boogie and Woogie invite us along on a sea adventure with a tiny turtle. Using their markers to create imaginary worlds that combine with sound effects, live music, and stunning animation, this show will doodle its way into your imagination and heart.
Speakeasy Magic 4 | 8:30PM, Feb 27-28 (Tickets)
Location: The Basement Comedy Lounge
Description: After selling out The Basement again, The Speakeasy Magicians are back! "Step back in time to the roaring 1920s and enter a world of hidden doors, jazz music, and prohibition-era intrigue in Speakeasy Magic." This exclusive show invites you to a secretive speakeasy where reality bends and the impossible becomes possible.
Art of Combat | 5PM-11PM, Feb 28 (Tickets)
Location: Exhibition Place at Exhibition Park
Description: A powerful collision of skill and discipline—this competitive event brings together professional and amateur fighters across MMA, kickboxing, and Muay Thai. One night, multiple combat styles, and nonstop intensity.
Children’s Hospital Book Market | 10AM-5PM, Feb 28 (FREE)
Location: St. Vital Centre
Description: The Children’s Hospital Book Market is hosting a one-day comic book sale in support of sick and injured kids! Shop for your favourite comics to help kids who need your children’s hospital.
Orbit Culture | 7:30PM, Feb 28 (Tickets)
Location: Burton Cummings Theatre
Description: Orbit Culture is a band poised. The Swedish quartet’s Century Media debut, Death Above Life, is not merely a statement of how far the band has come, but it is the sound of metal in the most modern sense.
Learn to Winter Activities | February 28 - March 1 (FREE/More Info)
Location: The Forks
Description: Skate and Snowshoe Lessons, DJs by The Canopy, Yoga, Ice Basketball, Warming Hut Tours and more!
Guided Family Snowshoe | 1PM-2:15PM, Mar 1 (Tickets)
Location: FortWhyte Alive
Description: Explore the trails and lakes of FortWhyte Alive by snowshoe, guided by a volunteer interpreter, and search for animal tracks and wildlife along the way.
Current Events: February 25th - 26th
Events marked with (Tickets / $) require advance purchase. Double-check dates before heading out!
Community Fun🎆
WAG Wednesday Nights | 5PM-9PM, Feb 25 (More Info)
Location: Winnipeg Art Gallery—Qaumajuq
Description: Enjoy weekly free admission to the galleries and more from 5-9pm. WAG-Qaumajuq transforms Wednesday nights into an after-hours experience designed for people who want more from their week — more creativity, more connection, more inspiration.
The Snow Maze | Feb 25 - End of Winter ($)
Location: A Maze in Corn
Description: Home of the Guinness Book of World Record's Largest Snow Maze! Enjoy warming areas with bonfires, slide down the giant snow mountain, relax in the warming barn or hop on a sleigh ride!
Lights on the Exchange | Feb 25 - March 21 (More Info)
Location: Various Venues in the Exchange District
Description: From brick and terracotta building facades, to storefronts and alleyways, Lights On the Exchange – Allumez le quartier invites you to explore our iconic neighbourhood and engage with a collection of artwork by over 30 contemporary Canadian and Manitoban artists, featuring installations, large-scale digital projections, and live performances and events.
Little Sprouts Stroller Club | 9AM-10AM, Feb 26 (Tickets)
Location: Assiniboine Park at The Leaf
Description: Relax, reflect, and connect with your little one and the beauty of nature. Little Sprouts is a gentle, stroller-friendly biome tour designed for new parents and pre-mobile babies.
Performances🎭
Rogers v. Rogers | February 25 - March 14 (Tickets)
Location: John Hirsch Mainstage
Description: A David vs. Goliath story for a new age, Rogers v. Rogers examines the merits of fighting back, the cost of ambition, and the complicated legacy of love and defiance in the shadow of power.
The Undeniable Accusations of Red Cadmium Light
| Feb 25 - March 14 (Tickets)Location: Prairie Theatre Exchange
Description: Nazhi runs an art gallery on the Otter Lake First Nation, specializing in the work of Norval Morrisseau and other renowned Indigenous artists. Her daughter Beverly is a successful Indigenous educator, up for a big promotion. When a reporter begins to dig into the world of counterfeit Indigenous art, a discovery is made that risks jeopardizing both women’s careers, and their relationship, forever.
Les Misérables Musical | 7:30PM, Feb 25 - March 1 (Tickets)
Location: Centennial Concert Hall
Description: Cameron Mackintosh presents the acclaimed production of Boublil and Schönberg’s Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, Les Misérables. This brilliant staging has taken the world by storm and has been hailed as “a reborn dream of a production” (Daily Telegraph).
Happy Daze Again Play | February 25 - April 12 (Tickets)
Location: Destination Dinner Stage
Description: Arnold’s is the hottest spot in town—jukebox blaring, milkshakes swirling, and everyone ready to tear up the dance floor. But this isn’t just any night, it’s the annual talent show and under the glow of a full moon, the energy’s electric, the music’s wild and something in the air has everyone acting a little… strange.
Special Events🥂
Josh Ross | 8PM, Feb 25 (Tickets)
Location: Burton Cummings Theatre
Description: Universal Music Canada / MCA artist Josh Ross is a global force; a next-generation talent who’s anything but standard. On an unconventional path of his own design, Ross pairs a dark and mellow blast of modern country with a warm vocal rasp and rock inclinations, heart-on-his-sleeve songwriting and addictive hooks that heed no borders.
Just For Laughs | 8PM, Feb 25 (FREE)
Location: The Basement Comedy Lounge
Description: Who is Winnipeg's next big comedy superstar? The talent scouts from the Just For Laughs comedy Festival are coming to Winnipeg to find out.
Megadeth | 7PM, Feb 25 (Tickets)
Location: Canada Life Centre
Description: Following the January 23, 2026 release of their self-titled final studio album, MEGADETH will kick off their farewell tour in North America with a cross-country headline tour of Canada. Concert-goers can expect to hear songs from the uncompromising metal titans’ extensive and prized body of work, along with tracks from the new album.
2026 Winter Speaker Series - The Unknown Interlake
| 7PM-8:30PM, Feb 25 (Tickets)Location: Living Prairie Museum
Description: The Friends of the Living Prairie Museum are pleased to present our annual Winter Speaker Series. Join us for fascinating talks all about nature and ecology in Manitoba!
Rob Bebenek | Feb 25-28 ($)
Location: Rumor's Restaurant and Comedy Club
Description: Rob Bebenek, AKA Ol’ Bebsie, asserted himself as a major player in the comedy scene as a finalist in Sirius XM’s Top Comic in 2013.
Oyster Nights Under Patio Lights! | 5PM-8PM, Feb 26 (FREE)
Location: The Forks Market
Description: Patio season doesn’t have to end in summer. Join us every Thursday this winter for fresh oysters and seafood paired with a drink from The Common. Whether you are skating in or stopping by, settle in by the fire and enjoy the winter ambiance.
WSO presents Echoes of Italy | 7PM, Feb 26 ($)
Location: Knox United Church
Description: Despite her life being cut tragically short at age 25, Vitezslava Kapralova left behind an impressive body of work. Her charming and youthful Suite en Miniature, rooted in Slavic romanticism combined with French impressionist elements, confirms her remarkable talent.
Candlelight Concerts (Tickets)
6:30PM, Feb 26: A Tribute to Taylor Swift
6:30PM, Feb 27: The Best of Hans Zimmer
8:45PM, Feb 27: Tribute to British Rock Legends
Location: Crescent Arts Centre
Music 🎵
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