As another busy summer winds down at Whyte Ridge Community Centre, I want to take a moment to look back on a successful season and share what’s on the horizon for our community. First and foremost, I’d like to extend a sincere thank you to our MP, Ben Carr, for his valuable assistance in helping… Read More: President’s Message – Fall 2026 »
No one wants to hear this, but fall is coming. Here in Canada, this means a cold winter is around the corner, and that’s not a happy thought for most of us! But seasonal changes are inevitable as long as the earth is spinning, so we might as well enjoy them, right? There are reasons… Read More: When Nature’s Factory Closes for the Season: The Science of… »
Enjoy The Ridge – it’s packed with useful information that is relevant to our community! The Ridge – Fall 2026! Have a story to share or feedback for us? Email communications@whyteridge.ca
Another outdoor soccer season has come to an end, and I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the year, celebrate our volunteers, and share where we’re headed next. First, I want to thank all of our parents, players, coaches, and volunteers. Soccer continues to grow in Whyte Ridge community, none of this would be… Read More: WRCC Soccer Update: Summer 2026 »
With Labour Day just around the corner, now is the perfect time to start planning your curling season. The Pembina Men’s 55-Plus Curling League invites you to attend its in-person registration event on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Pembina Curling Club, 1341 Pembina Highway. The league plays a 40-game… Read More: Get Ready for the 2026–2027 Curling Season! »
The latest issue of The Ridge is now available online: https://heyzine.com/flip-book/ee904ac356.html This edition features updates on the opening of the new Whyte Ridge free community library, upcoming summer programs and camps, community events, volunteer opportunities, and stories from around the neighbourhood. Take a look and stay connected with what’s happening in Whyte Ridge. The Ridge… Read More: The summer issue of The Ridge is now available! »
There is a certain feeling when you walk through your own front door. You don’t feel like a guest — you feel responsible for the place. If you notice a crooked picture frame, you straighten it. If there is some garbage on the floor, you don’t wait for somebody else to deal with it —… Read More: Beyond the Front Door: Making Whyte Ridge “Home” »
If you’ve never seen mountains, Banff National Park is where you have to start. It’s surprisingly accessible from Winnipeg, with a short flight to Calgary, and just over an hour’s drive from there. You start feeling the grandeur before you even cross the park’s boundaries. As you approach, the growing snowy peaks start painting an… Read More: A Guide to Banff: Lakes, Wildlife, and Easy Mountain Travel »
Since my family, friends, and acquaintances know I’m into wine, a question I often get asked is, “What’s your favourite wine?” Sometimes I respond playfully by asking: red or white? What time of year are we talking about? Am I drinking wine on its own, or is it accompanied by food – and what kind… Read More: My Favourite Wine »
There are some projects that feel practical – and then there are those that feel meaningful the moment you walk into the room. Saturday’s opening of the Whyte Ridge Free Community Library was firmly the latter. And it could not have happened without the vision of one resident and the generosity of a local business… Read More: A New Chapter for Whyte Ridge: Our Community Library Is… »
What do Fibonacci and horticulture have in common? It sounds like the start of a bad trivia question. Or a good dinner conversation, depending on the crowd. Either way, the answer reveals itself the moment you see The Leaf rising out of Assiniboine Park in Winnipeg. The building doesn’t shout. It unfurls. Like a petal.… Read More: Following Nature’s Pattern: Inside The Leaf »
Cooking with wine is a wonderful way to add acidity, as well as depth and complexity of flavour, to your dishes. You can add wine to many everyday recipes to take them to the next level—it’s not reserved only for dishes where wine is an integral component. There’s a general rule when it comes to… Read More: Cooking with Wine: Simple Ways to Elevate Everyday Dishes »