Happy Monday, Winnipeg!

Just like that, May is here. It honestly feels like we were just bundling up for snow days, and somehow we're already four months into the year. Time is flying.

There's a quiet shift that comes with this time of year in Winnipeg. Gardens are starting to come back to life, weekends are starting to fill up, and the city is slowly but surely waking up for the season ahead. Plenty is going on this week to keep the momentum going.

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

Now, in today’s edition:

— Jas Singh

The weather is finally starting to turn, and one of our favourite signs of spring is back. St-Léon Gardens at 419 St. Mary's Rd. has officially opened its doors for the season.

Even with the cool start to spring, the team is open and ready to go. They've got fresh fruits and veggies, tomato plants, perennials, and some seriously beautiful hanging baskets just waiting for a new home.

It's a family-run market that's been part of Winnipeg for decades, built on a simple idea: keep local food easy to access, and support the small Manitoba farmers behind it.

If you've been waiting for an excuse to start your garden, refresh the front porch, or grab something fresh for dinner tonight, this is your sign.

It's the kind of place that feels like a real Winnipeg summer is just around the corner.

Click here: To see what they have and plan your visit!

If smoother, more refreshed skin has been on your mind, this is your week to make it happen.

In honour of Nurses Week, Paris Cosmetology is offering Dysport at $7.50 per unit from May 11 to 17, nearly 20% off their regular pricing.

And while the promo is a thank-you to nurses, it's open to everyone!

Dysport is a great option if you've been curious about injectables but weren't quite ready to dive in.

It's known for soft, natural-looking results, and many people love it as their first treatment because it feels approachable and the results settle in beautifully.

Spots at Paris Cosmetology fill up fast and this promo only runs for 7 days, so if you've been thinking about it, this is the time to book before the calendar fills up.

Tap the button below to book your appointment!

Bar Accanto is one of those places that makes it very easy to lose track of time.

Tucked into St. Boniface next to Nola, this neighbourhood wine bar feels warm, intimate, and just the right amount of tucked away for a slower kind of night out.

The menu leans into share plates, good wine, and small details done really well.

It’s the kind of spot where the table fills up gradually, one dish, one glass, then another, and before long, the whole night has settled in around you.

📍 300 Tache Avenue, Unit 102
🕓 Tuesday–Thursday: 5:00 PM–10:00 PM
🕓 Friday–Saturday: 5:00 PM–11:00 PM

It’s a great spot for date night, catching up over a glass, or the kind of dinner that turns into the whole evening.

Click Here: To view the menu and plan your evening at Bar Accanto!

There's something pretty satisfying about clearing out the stuff you don't need, and even better when someone else gets to use it.

Winnipeg's annual Spring Curbside Giveaway Weekend is back on May 9 and 10, and it's one of the easiest ways to declutter your home while keeping good items out of the landfill.

It's a weekend that turns one neighbour's spring cleanup into another neighbour's lucky find. Whether you're the one giving or the one driving around scouting, it's a Winnipeg tradition worth taking part in.

Click here: To learn more about Giveaway Weekend and how to take part!

If St-Léon opening and the giveaway weekend weren't already enough to get you outside this week, here's one more.

The City is giving away free compost from May 8 to 10, made right here in Winnipeg from the yard waste residents put out at the curb each season.

It's nutrient-rich, great for veggie gardens, and helps your soil hold water better.

If you're prepping garden beds this spring, this is the easiest way to give them a real boost.

Click here: To learn more and find out how to pick yours up!

The City of Winnipeg is hitting the streets again. Starting today, water meter readers will be making their way around neighbourhoods, and your home could be on the list.

From now through the end of summer, City employees will be visiting homes weekdays between 9 a.m. and 8:30 p.m.

They'll only knock at your front or side door, and they'll always show photo ID before stepping inside. As always, never let anyone in without checking ID first.

Submitting regular readings keeps your bills accurate and can flag hidden plumbing leaks early, which can save you hundreds down the road.

The program runs through the summer and wraps up on August 28, so chances are someone will swing by your place at some point in the next few months.

Click here: To learn more about the program and what to expect!

Faster response times, more support for frontline officers, and a flexible team that can step in wherever it's needed most. That's the idea behind the Winnipeg Police Service's newest unit.

Starting yesterday, the Rapid Response Unit (RRU) has officially rolled out across the city. The team is built to take pressure off frontline officers and get to calls quicker, especially during busy stretches when wait times tend to climb.

Mayor Scott Gillingham noted the unit is meant to give residents more confidence that when they call, help shows up sooner.

It's a behind-the-scenes change, but one that should make a real difference for everyday Winnipeggers.

Click here: To read more about the unit and what they'll be doing!

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

Thanks for reading The Winnipeg Digest! Let’s chat again on Wednesday!