Author Archives: Communications Director

For over 50 years, FortWhyte Alive has been a cornerstone of environmental education and community connection in Winnipeg. As both the city and the demand for sustainability-focused learning have grown, FortWhyte has risen to the challenge with its latest project:  Buffalo Crossing. This state-of-the-art facility promises to inspire a deeper appreciation for nature, sustainability, and… Read more »

As the holiday season approaches, many of us celebrate with a glass of sparkling wine shared among friends and family. A common question arises: What’s the difference between sparkling wine and champagne? Simply put, champagne is sparkling wine made specifically in the Champagne region of France. Since 1887, only wines from this region can legally… Read more »

Dear Community Members, I’m excited to announce that the West Rink is now officially complete and ready for use! This marks a significant milestone for our community centre, and I’d like to thank our board members, staff, and volunteers for their hard work in bringing this project to life. Their dedication and teamwork have truly… Read more »

In this gentle yoga class, we will focus on releasing tension in the body as well as increasing mobility and strength. Props may be used to help achieve proper alignment in the poses. This class is great for all levels. Thursdays, 6 pm – 7 pm January 16 – March 6, 2024 (8 weeks) Cost:… Read more »

This fall marked our very first soccer camp in the community, and we couldn’t be more thrilled with the outcome. Our goal was to introduce young players to the fundamentals of soccer in a fun, supportive, and high-energy environment. With a strong soccer program in Whyte Ridge, we aimed to inspire and engage parents and… Read more »

In my last article, I discussed the rise of Canadian wine. In October, my wife and I were fortunate enough to take a vacation to the Niagara region, where we visited many wineries in the Niagara Peninsula appellation. We spent the first three days in Niagara-on-the-Lake (NOTL), which has to rank among the prettiest towns… Read more »

As part of the city’s sesquicentennial celebrations, 150 Winnipeggers were honoured with the prestigious Winnipeg 150 Medal for their exceptional contributions to their communities. Among the talented and dedicated recipients was our very own Kirill Pirgalin, recognized for his commitment to the Whyte Ridge community over the past nine years. Kirill’s hard work in organizing… Read more »

We want to extend a huge thank you to our community member Preston for his hard work in mowing the West rink before construction began. The season’s heavy rains left tall weeds throughout the area, but Preston generously brought over his push mower and got the job done in just one evening. Your effort is… Read more »

What comes to mind when you have the chance to see the Northern Lights? Do you picture a celestial butterfly gently fluttering its wings, or a wizard’s wand sweeping across the sky? The Aurora Borealis, as they’re also known, are a mesmerizing natural phenomenon of vibrant, dancing lights often observed in high-latitude regions. Scientifically, these… Read more »

The reputation of Canadian wine used to be less than stellar. However, times have definitely changed, and many Canadian wines now stack up against the best in the world. As someone who has pursued several certifications in wine and spirits over the past few years, I’ve probably been exposed to more wines than the average person.… Read more »