You’ve ordered a case of wine from one of Canada’s amazing wineries – but what’s the best way to store it? The enemies of wine are heat, light, vibration, humidity, and oxygen. So, you need a way to store wine that minimizes exposure to these elements. Your options range from a simple wine rack to… Read More: Don’t Screw It Up (Unless It’s a Screw Cap): Wine… »
The Whyte Ridge Off‑Leash Dog Park is officially open behind our community centre at 170 Fleetwood Road! This fully fenced, permanent space is ready to welcome pups and their families year-round, with a double-gated entry, shaded benches, waste bins, and enough room for fetch and friendly doggo meetups. The dog park replaces the seasonal winter dog… Read More: New Off-Leash Dog Park Officially Opens at Whyte Ridge! »
Adrienne Hobbs – U10 Girls Soccer Coach and Mother What inspired you to become a volunteer coach for youth soccer? I never played soccer outside of gym class, so I don’t know much about the game—certainly not about coaching! I was mostly interested in being a support for the team. During Anna’s first season of… Read More: Volunteer Spotlight »
Hello neighbours, As the Soccer Director for Whyte Ridge, I want to share a few thoughts on the role sports play in strengthening our community. Sports are more than just games—they’re a way to stay active, connect with others, and create lasting memories. Whether you’re a player, parent, coach, or fan, being involved in local… Read More: The Power of Sports in Our Whyte Ridge Community »
My name is Kirill Pirgalin, and I’ve called this community home for more than a decade. Over that time, I’ve had the opportunity to get involved with the Whyte Ridge Community Centre in many different roles, including Communications Director, Programming Director, Soccer Director, and Vice President. This April, I was elected as President at our… Read More: President’s Message »
With the removal of American wines from store shelves, it’s a great time to start exploring Canadian wine—if you haven’t already. There are plenty of great Canadian wines available at both Liquor Mart and private wine stores. However, many excellent Canadian wines aren’t available in stores and can only be purchased in Manitoba by ordering directly… Read More: Exploring Canadian Wine – One Case at a Time »
Thank you to everyone who joined us—both in person and online—for our Annual General Meeting on April 14. These meetings are a valuable opportunity to reflect on what we’ve accomplished, hear from our community, and plan for the year ahead. We’d like to extend our sincere thanks to our outgoing board members for their time… Read More: Annual General Meeting Recap »
Our first annual Easter Egg Hunt was a huge success, bringing together families and friends for a joyful afternoon of springtime fun. With hundreds of colourful eggs hidden throughout the grounds, kids of all ages raced around in search of treasures. The event also featured colouring stations and a photo booth, making it a memorable… Read More: A Hoppin’ Good Time »
Discover what’s new in our community! The latest issue of The Ridge is here! Dive into exciting updates, upcoming events, and stories that matter to our neighborhood. Flip through the newsletter here: THE RIDGE – Spring 2025. Whether you’re looking for community highlights, family activities, or updates on local initiatives, there’s something for everyone in this… Read More: The latest issue of The Ridge is here! »
Mark your calendar! Our Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held on Monday, April 14, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. Join us in person at the Whyte Ridge Community Centre (170 Fleetwood Rd.) Or attend virtually via Google Meet: meet.google.com/cau-uvhp-ojv This is your chance to get involved! The AGM agenda includes the election of officers for… Read More: You’re Invited! Whyte Ridge Community Centre Annual General Meeting »
The Welcome Basket project is an initiative led by Vanessa Borovich, a young resident of Whyte Ridge, aimed at making new families feel welcomed in the community. Inspired by her own family’s positive experience as newcomers from Uruguay in 2003, Vanessa wanted to extend the same warmth and sense of belonging to others. In November… Read More: Welcome Basket Initiative »
We wanted to take a moment to thank one of our long-standing Board members. Her commitment and passion have truly made a difference in the lives of so many. Kim started volunteering with the Board of Directors in 2011 as the Communications Director and gradually moved through different positions. She learned about the centre as… Read More: Volunteer Spotlight: Kimberley O’Hara »