Happy Monday, Winnipeg!

It’s officially November, which means the holidays are right around the corner! Over the next few weeks, the city’s calendar will start to fill with festive markets, holiday plays, concerts, and all kinds of winter fun to help you make the most of the season.

We’ve got plenty lined up in today’s edition to help you keep up with it all — from local updates to upcoming events you won’t want to miss.

Now grab your morning coffee, settle in, and let’s get you caught up on everything happening around the city this week.

Now, in today’s edition:

• Winnipeg Transit Adds Late Night Bus Service on 11 New Routes

• Restaurants of the Week

• Radon Screening Kits Now Available at All Winnipeg Public Libraries

• Winnipeg Police Now Stationed 24/7 at HSC Emergency Room

• Multiple events this week & more

— Jas Singh

News

Winnipeg Transit Adds Late Night Bus Service on 11 New Routes

Winnipeg Transit just shared a plan to extend service past midnight on 11 major routes. Something many riders have been asking for, especially those working late shifts or studying late on campus.

The changes are part of a bigger effort to make getting around safer and more reliable no matter the time of day. If the proposal is approved, the new hours would roll out in April 2026 as part of the spring schedule.

Here’s what’s included in the plan:

• 11 major routes would run until after midnight, connecting areas like downtown, Kildonan Place, RRC Polytech, Charleswood, U of M, and Health Sciences Centre.

• Focusing on helping late-shift workers, hospital staff, and students get home more safely

• With Route 680’s weekday extension adding more coverage where it's needed most

And here’s what’s already confirmed to roll out sooner (starting December 14):

• On-Request service zones will run until 2 a.m. on weekdays and Saturdays, and 12:45 a.m. on Sundays and holidays

• Zone 103 will expand to include Garden City Shopping Centre and Walmart

• And schedule fixes for routes that are regularly late and added trips for busy school routes

It’s not instant. The city still needs time to hire more drivers, rewrite schedules, and secure the budget. But more late-night transit could mean fewer stressful commutes and safer trips home.

It’s a small change with a big impact, especially for folks who keep the city running after dark. And as we know, the launch of the new transit system has been far from smooth. But something like this shows the city is listening.

Click Here: To see which 11 routes are affected and view the full plan.

Together with Eleven Hundred Dance!

Winnipeg’s Most Enjoyable Night Activity

Some things never go out of style. Like learning to dance together.

There’s something special about stepping onto a dance floor, holding someone close, and realizing you don’t need to know every move to enjoy it.

At 1100 Dance Studio, you can join classes that fit every age, mood, and rhythm, whether you’re dancing with a partner or showing up solo. Each class is just $15 and feels like a small escape from the everyday.

Here’s what you can try:

• Argentine Tango: Elegant, close, and full of connection

• Ballroom: Smooth and timeless, from Waltz to Foxtrot

• Salsa: Lively, fun, and easy to learn together

• Swing & Lindy Hop: Classic, upbeat, and full of smiles

• Hip Hop & Heels: Modern moves that keep things fresh

• Ukrainian Dance & Line Dancing: Welcoming, energetic, and full of community spirit

No experience needed, no fancy shoes required. Just a willingness to laugh, move, and maybe rediscover a spark.

Whether you’re out for a date night, a new hobby, or a reason to move after work, this is one of those rare experiences that makes you feel truly present.

Check the monthly calendar and book your first class today. You’ll be glad you did!

Restaurant of the Week: Sun Fortune

Where Winnipeg Meets Hong Kong Flavours

In a city full of great Chinese restaurants, Sun Fortune quietly earns its spot at the top. Nestled on Pembina Highway just minutes from the U of M, this family-style Hong Kong eatery has built a steady following over the years, one plate of BBQ duck at a time.

Whether you’re a dim sum loyalist or just craving something cozy after work, this spot delivers the kind of comfort food that never misses.

Here’s what locals keep coming back for:

• House BBQ favourites like Roast Duck, Crispy Chicken, and BBQ Pork.

• Lobster Chow Mein that’s worth planning your visit around.

• Eggplant Hot Pot, Shanghai Pork Noodles, and Beef Ho Fan: hearty, flavourful, and fast.

• Lastly, for drinks, our favourites are the HK-style milk teas that taste straight out of Hong Kong!

📍 2077 Pembina Hwy #15
🕓 Open Tues–Sat: 4–9:30PM | Sun: 4–9PM | Closed Mondays

There’s nothing fancy about Sun Fortune. Just warmth, flavour, and that feeling of sitting down to a really good meal made with care.

Click Here: To check out their full menu and plan your next visit!

PS: We’re cooking up something fun! Our Winnipeg’s Asian Eats Trail Guide is almost ready, along with 7 other food/date night guides packed with over 250 local spots categorized by neighborhood and cuisine. Stay tuned!

Community Digest

Daylight Time Ended Sunday Morning

Manitobans officially switched back to standard time at 2 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 2, setting clocks back by one hour.

If you haven’t already, this is your friendly reminder to update the rest of your clocks (microwave, car, wall clock). It’s also a good time to check your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms while you’re at it; fresh batteries go a long way!

Free Radon Kits to Help Prevent Cancer

This might be one of the most quietly important things you do this year. You can now borrow a free radon screening kit from any Winnipeg Public Library branch, just like you would a book.

For some context: Radon is an invisible gas that’s in most homes across the country, and it’s the second leading cause of lung cancer after smoking. You can’t smell it, see it, or taste it, but you can test for it. And now, it’s easier than ever.

Here’s what you need to know:

• Free radon screening kits available to borrow at all 20 Winnipeg library branches

• Borrow just like a book; each kit includes a monitor and guide

• Available from November to April, when readings are more accurate

To use it, simply place the kit on the lowest level of your home and leave it undisturbed for at least 7 days. Then, return it to the library and check your results. (See manual for full instructions)

It’s a small action that could make a big difference. Over 40% of homes in Manitoba may have elevated radon levels, so if you’ve never tested for radon in your home, be sure to click the button below to see how you can borrow a kit and test now!

Click Here: To find a kit near you and learn more about how it works.

Jets Beat Penguins 5-2 to End 8 Game Winning Streak

Saturday’s game at Canada Life Centre was one to remember. The Jets snapped the Penguins’ 8-game point streak with a confident 5–2 win, and now sit just one point behind the Colorado Avalanche in the Central Division standings!

Here’s what stood out from the night:

• Kyle Connor scored two goals, including a shorthanded penalty shot

• Jets led 2–0 just 2:43 into the first period, with Gabriel Vilardi opening the scoring

• Rookie Brad Lambert netted his first NHL goal, tapping one in from the crease

The Jets have now won three straight and are looking faster, sharper, and more confident each game.

Click Here: To check out the highlights from the game last Saturday!

Not to mention, Scheifele just became the first player in the NHL to hit 20 points this season, and with Connor, Vilardi, and rookie Lambert all stepping up, this team is finding its rhythm.

And it’s about to get even better: Our captain, Adam Lowry is likely making his season debut Tuesday against the LA Kings.

He’s been skating in full practices and could be cleared to play after Monday. His return adds leadership, grit, and depth down the middle at the perfect time of year.

City Updates

Winnipeg Police Now Stationed 24/7 at HSC Emergency Room

Safety has been a growing concern for staff, patients, and families walking through the doors at HSC, especially in recent months. For those working long shifts or walking into the ER late at night, the need for stronger support has been clear.

That’s why, as of November 1, uniformed Winnipeg Police officers are now stationed 24-7 at HSC’s adult emergency department to help ensure safety and peace of mind.

Here’s what’s in place now:

• Two Winnipeg Police officers are on-site around the clock in the adult ER

• Working closely with Institutional Safety Officers (ISOs) and hospital security

• All public entrances now have screening staff and enhanced access controls

• Over 260 new security cameras installed across the HSC campus

• And weapons scanners have also been added to adult and children’s ERs, plus the crisis centre

These changes didn’t just show up overnight. They come from conversations, concerns, and the belief that safety should never be a barrier to care.

Whether you're working late, rushing in with a loved one, or facing an emergency yourself, knowing there's help nearby matters. It’s a quiet change, but a meaningful one.

Click Here: To read more about the new 24-7 safety measures at HSC.

P.S. Know someone who works in health care? Send this their way; they’ll want to hear about it.

Winnipeg Steps Up Fight Against Arson With Citywide Safety Efforts

Fires don’t just destroy buildings, they shake entire communities. From families losing homes to businesses closing their doors, arson leaves lasting scars.

And that’s why the City of Winnipeg is taking stronger, coordinated action to reduce the risk and protect neighbourhoods.

Here’s what’s happening across the city:

• 9,600+ vacant building inspections to make sure properties stay secure

• 378 buildings boarded up under new, stricter safety rules

• 372 tonnes of debris cleared from high-risk areas

• 177 arson cases investigated and 23 people charged so far

• With daily coordination between fire, police, and bylaw teams to identify and prevent risks

City officials are asking residents to keep an eye out: report unsecured buildings, illegal dumping, or suspicious activity before it turns dangerous. Every call helps.

It’s a tough problem, but the message is simple: when we all pay attention, we make our city safer for everyone.

So let’s do our part: keep an eye on our neighbourhoods, report unsecured properties, dumping, or anything suspicious before it turns into something worse.

Click Here: To read more about Winnipeg’s plan to prevent arson and how you can help.

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!

• The Leaf After Dark: Adults Only Nights | 7PM-9PM, Nov 5 (Tickets)

  • Location: The Leaf, Assiniboine Park

  • Description: Join us for an evening of botanical bliss at The Leaf After Dark! Enjoy a relaxing adults-only atmosphere complete with live musical entertainment.

• Full Moon Ceremony at the Forks | 5PM, Nov 5 (FREE)

  • Location: Oodena Celebration Circle

  • Description: This Ceremony is open to the community at large; all genders and cultures are invited to join together for teachings about feminine energy’s relationship with Grandmother Moon.

• MJ The Musical | Nov 5-9 (Tickets)

  • Location: Centennial Concert Hall

  • Description: He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry comes to Winnipeg in MJ, the multiple Tony Award®-winning musical centered around the making of the 1992 Dangerous World Tour.

• Cigars in the Exchange | 6PM-9PM, Nov 5-6 (Tickets)

  • Location: Sofia Cigars

  • Description: Learn about this emerging premium brand of cigars with leading female cigar influencer, Barbara Cabrera of Infiel Cigars, paired with selections of premium rum and food by HERMANOS Steakhouse.

• Die Harder: A Manitoba Christmas Story | Nov 6 - 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!

• Moving Inspirations Dance Festival | 7PM, Nov 6-8 (Tickets)

  • Location: Gas Station Arts Centre

  • Description: Moving Inspirations Dance Festival is an international dance festival hosting internationally acclaimed choreographers, founders of dance techniques and dancers of African origin as well as culturally diverse and contemporary dance traditions from across the globe.

• Candlelight: A Tribute to ABBA | 6:30PM, Nov 7 (Tickets)

  • Location: Crescent Arts Centre

  • Description: Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Winnipeg.

• Disney On Ice - Let's Dance | Nov 7-9 (Tickets)

  • Location: Canada Life Centre

  • Description: Disney On Ice is bringing the party to hometowns across the country, and the guest list is jam-packed with audience’s favorite Disney characters!

• Candlelight Concerts: Tribute to Queen and The Beatles | 6:30PM, Nov 8 (Tickets)

  • Location: Crescent Arts Centre

  • Description: Get your tickets now to discover the music of Queen and The Beatles at Crescent Arts Centre under the gentle glow of candlelight.

• The Winnipeg Ice Fishing Show | Nov 8-9 (Tickets)

  • Location: Red River Exhibition Place

  • Description: Dozens of retailers on site with all of your favourite tackle, equipment, shelters, augers, electronics, winter apparel, and more to help you get geared up for the hardwater season.

• Artisan Alley by Inspirations Market | Nov 8-9 (Tickets)

  • Location: Assiniboia Downs

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

• Masters of Illusion | 6:30PM, Nov 9 (Tickets)

  • Location: Burton Cummings Theatre

  • Description: Starring the world’s greatest award-winning magicians, this 21st century magic show is filled with modern illusions and arts of deception performed live on stage.

Exciting Events: November 3rd & 4th

Music 🎵

• Dan Reinaldo Duo | 12PM-2:45PM, Nov 3 (FREE)

  • Location: Belle's Kitchen + Music Hall

• Heavenly Week (Teen Mortgage/Do Flame/Death Cassette) | 6PM, Nov 4 ($)

  • Location: Sidestage Winnipeg

• Central Soundwave/Mark Conroy/Nathaniel Muir Duo/Rena Semenko | 11:45AM-11PM, Nov 4 (FREE)

  • Location: Belle's Kitchen + Music Hall

Community Fun🎆

• Mini Mondays (Warhol Sponge Paintings & Tower Building) | 10AM-2PM, Nov 3 (FREE)

  • Location: Manitoba Children's Museum

  • Description: A fun-filled day of stimulating play designed for our youngest visitors, children under 4 years old! We provide tailored crafts to help develop fine motor skills, activities that aid in dramatic play, and/or a special story time

• Life of Pi Play | November 4-8 (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.

Special / Halloween Events 🎃

• Beading Basics and Artist Talk | 6-8PM, November 3 (More Info)

  • Location: Tannis M. Richardson Classroom at The Leaf

  • Description: Learn the basics of beading with Métis artist Shannon Tara Kalić. Learn the basics of wrapped stitch (used to bead lanyards, necklaces, bracelets, hats, and more).

• Siècle Molière Century | November 3 - January 9 (FREE)

  • Location: Centre Culturel Franco-Manitobian

  • Description: To celebrate the centenary of the Théâtre Cercle Molière, the Société historique de Saint-Boniface and the TCM are pooling their archives and unveiling treasures that tell the story of a century of theatrical passion.

• Hadar Maoz: The Persian Groove | 7:30PM-9:30PM, Nov 4 ($)

  • Location: Rady JCC - Berney Theatre

  • Description: Feel the electrifying blend of ancient tradition and modern rhythm in a musical journey unlike any other. Hadar Maoz brings 2,500 years of Jewish-Persian tradition to life with a modern twist.

• Benji Rothman | 7:45PM, Nov 4-5 ($)

  • Location: Rumor's Restaurant and Comedy Club

  • Description: He was a semi-finalist at Sirius XM Canada’s Top Comic, he’s performed at the Winnipeg Comedy Festival.

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