Hey Winnipeggers!

In today's edition of the Winnipeg Digest:

• Winnipegger Makes History at Paralympics

• Home of the Week

• Back to School Information

• 22+ Events & more.

— Jas Singh

News

Winnipeggers Make History at Paralympics

Leanne Taylor just brought home a bronze medal in the Paralympic triathlon, making her the first Canadian woman to do so. And that’s not all—this is the second medal for Winnipeg this year, following our earlier win in taekwondo at the Paris Olympics.

What does this mean for our city? It’s not just about the medals; it’s about inspiring the next generation of athletes. With these victories, there’s hope that we’ll see more funding for sports programs, encouraging our younger athletes to get involved early. More medals could mean more grants, better facilities, and a stronger sports community in Winnipeg. Let’s keep this momentum going and build a future where even more Winnipeggers can shine on the world stage!

Home of the Week:

Note: We got great feedback from featuring a more affordable home last time, so let's keep the momentum going this time too!

99 Madera Crescent, Winnipeg, Manitoba

• 3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1160 sqft

• Location: Maples

• Built-in: 1971

• Price: $409,900

• Description:

  Beautiful upgraded 3-bed, 2-bath split-level home on a quiet street in the Maples, offering spacious open-concept living.

Local Community

Sikh Celebration in Winnipeg

I had the chance to check out the annual Sikh celebration, Nagar Kirtan, last weekend, and it was an absolute blast! The streets of downtown were alive with vibrant colors, rich traditions, and some seriously good food from all the different stalls. (For free!)

It was incredible to see how the Sikh community has become such an integral part of Winnipeg, bringing people together from all walks of life to celebrate and learn about their culture. The sense of community and unity was truly something special. I’m kicking myself for not including it in last week’s events, but you can bet it’ll be on our radar for next year. Trust me, this is one event you won’t want to miss—it’s a celebration of culture, tradition, and togetherness that everyone in Winnipeg should experience!

Back to School Excitement

September’s here, and that means it’s back to school time! Whether it’s your kid’s first day or your teenager’s first step into university life, it’s an exciting time for families across Winnipeg. Big shoutout to all the students kicking off new adventures this fall. And don’t worry, we’ll be covering university events too—whether you’re a student or a parent keeping up with sports schedules, we’ve got you covered!

School Zones Are Back

With school back in session, remember that school zones are active again. Speed limits drop to 30 km/h around schools, so let’s all keep our streets safe for the kiddos heading to class. Speeding in these zones can get you a hefty ticket, so let’s drive carefully and look out for each other.

Sports:

Bombers’ Labour Day Classic Win

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers just gave us a game to remember, pulling off a heart-stopping win against the Saskatchewan Roughriders in the Labour Day Classic. This one had it all—drama, big plays, and a finish that had us all on the edge of our seats.

The Bombers showed their grit, holding on in the final seconds to secure the victory with a score of 35-33. This win showed everyone exactly why we’re sitting at the top of the West. It’s been one great season for us fans so far—knock on wood!

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!

• First Friday in The Exchange | 5-9PM, Sept 6 (More Info)

  • Location: Various businesses in the Exchange District

  • Description: On the 1st Friday of each month, Galleries, Artist-Run Centres, Studios, Shops + Museums stay open late at this free event in Winnipeg's Exchange District.

• Manitoba Fibre Festival 2024 | 3PM, Sept 6 (More Info)

  • Location: Red River Exhibition Place (3977 Portage Avenue)

  • Description: The Manitoba Fibre Festival is a unique annual gathering connecting local fibre farmers with the crafting community in a relaxed creative atmosphere.

• Teddy Bears’ Picnic | 10AM, Sept 8 (Free / More Info)

  • Location: Assiniboine Park

  • Description: Children’s Hospital Foundation of Manitoba is bringing back Teddy Bears’ Picnic after a “paws”.

• September Dragon Boat Challenge | Sept 8 (More Info)

  • Location: Manitoba Canoe Kayak Center (80 Churchill Drive)

Exciting Events: Sept 4 - 5

This section only includes events starting on Sept 4th or 5th.

Sports🏀

• Bagels & Beers and 5K Cheers | 6:30PM, Sept 5 (More Info)

  • Location: 110 Sherbrook Street

  • Description: Think........ Live DJ ( DJ DAAAAAD), good vibes, fun 5km run, post run drinks, food, corn hole, outdoors, hanging out in a private run sanctuary.

• Manitoba Tennis – Tuxedo Open | Sept 5-8 (More Info)

  • Location: Tuxedo Tennis Club (370 Southport Blvd)

• Slow Flow Yoga | 6PM, Sept 4 (More Info)

  • Location: The Pavilion (55 Pavilion Cresent)

  • Fee per person: $112.00 + GST

  • Includes: 7 classes, from Sept 4 - Oct23

Music 🎵

• Kaleo Payback Tour 2024 | 8PM, Sept 4 (Tickets)

  • Location: Centennial Concert Hall

  • Description: With over 4 billion streams, 60+ certifications, and performances at major festivals, plus opening for the Rolling Stones, GRAMMY-nominated Icelandic rockers KALEO are a global phenomenon.

• Kings of Leon | 8PM, Sept 5 (Tickets)

  • Location: Canada Life Centre

• Cassidy Mann/Slow Leaves | 7PM, Sept 5 (Tickets)

  • Location: FortWhyte Alive (1961 McCreary Rd)

  • Description: Enjoy live music with a view at our lakeside venue at the Alloway Reception Centre.

• Blue Monkey Overdrive | 8:30PM, Sept 5

  • Location: The Rec Room (696 Sterling Lyon Pkwy)

Family Fun🎆

• Corn Maze @ A Maze In Corn | Sept 4 - Oct 31 (Tickets)

  • Location: A Maze In Corn (1351 Provincial Rd 200)

  • Description: Enjoy the country views while wandering through the corn maze, climb the giant bale pyramid, and visit the petting zoo.

• Le Burger Week | Sept 4-8 (More Info)

  • Location: Multiple Locations

  • Description: Over 40+ new burgers to try!

• Between The Buns | Sept 4-8 (More Info)

  • Location: Multiple Locations

  • Description: Our very Manitoba Burger Week! With over 100+ entries for new burgers.

• Free Admission to Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame | Sept 4-6

  • Location: 145 Pacific Ave

• Live Horse Racing | 7:30PM, Sept 4 (Free)

  • Location: Assiniboia Downs (3975 Portage Ave)

  • Description: Horse racing, 140 VLTs and fabulous dining - it’s fun you can bet on!

• South Osborne Farmer's Market | 4PM, Sept 4 (More Info)

  • Location: Lord Roberts Community Centre

• Paddle Night | 6PM - 8:30PM, Sept 5 (Tickets)

  • Location: FortWhyte Alive (1961 McCreary Rd)

  • Description: Spend an evening canoeing or kayaking for the perfect summer night – no experience required!

• Downtown Winnipeg Farmer’s Market | 10AM, Sept 5 (More Info)

  • Location: 360 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

Special Events 🎨

• Jordan Welwood Comedy | 7:45PM, Sept 4 (Tickets)

  • Location: Rumor's Restaurant and Comedy Club (190-2025 Corydon Avenue)

  • Description: Winnipeg-born comedian, a runner-up in Sirius XM’s “Canada’s Top Comic,” has opened for big names like Gerry Dee.

• Funniest Person with a Day Job Finals | 7:45PM, Sept 5 (Tickets)

  • Location: Rumor's Restaurant and Comedy Club (190-2025 Corydon Avenue)

  • Description: After several rounds of competition, this competition announces the winner of Winnipeg's Funniest Person with a Day Job, with the grand prize of $1,000 of cold hard cash

School Events 🏫

• U of M Grand Opening Concert | 7-9PM, Sept 5 (Tickets)

  • Location: Desautels Faculty of Music (150 Dafoe Rd)

  • Description: Featuring Juno-award winner William Prince. The evening also includes performances by Canada’s premier coloratura soprano Tracy Dahl, together with soprano Andriana Chuchman and collaborative pianist Laura Loewen, along with The Borealis Piano Trio and the Desautels Jazz Faculty Sextet.

• Healthy Relationships (Student Workshop) | 5-7:30PM, Sept 5 (More Info)

  • Location: 136 Frank Kennedy Centre

  • Description: This peer-facilitated workshop fosters a shared culture of consent on campus by providing students with a broad and practical knowledge of consent, sexual violence and boundaries.

CHEERS!

Thanks for reading The Winnipeg Digest! I’ll see you again on Friday!