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SPENCE Repair Fair

615 Ellice Avenue,

Grow your own - COMING SOON!

Better Than Nature Better Quality, Bigger Yields Explore Now “I’ve been waiting a long time for this.” After 25 years of helping people grow indoors right here in Osborne Village, the day has finally come — Manitoba has passed the legislation allowing you to grow four Cannabis plants at home. Starting May 1, y...

Busy street on the weekends

Fire Prevention Week 2025, running from Oct. 5 to 11
This year’s theme, “Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home,” reminds us that safety begins with awareness and care. Fire safety is a shared responsibility rooted in protecting our families, our homes, and our lands for future generations.
Many everyday items—such as cell phones, tablets, power tools, laptops, e-cigarettes, headphones, and toys—use lithium-ion batteries. If these batteries are damaged, overcharged, or improperly stored, they can overheat, cause a fire, or even explode. For the safety of our children, Elders, and pets, these batteries should always be stored properly and handled with care....

As part of Fire Prevention Week 2025, running from Oct. 5 to 11, Manitoba Municipal and Northern Relations encourages all Manitobans—especially those living in Indigenous and northern communities—to learn about the fire risks associated with lithium-ion batteries.

This year’s theme, “Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home,” reminds us that safety begins with awareness and care. Fire safety is a shared responsibility rooted in protecting our families, our homes, and our lands for future generations.

Many everyday items—such as cell phones, tablets, power tools, laptops, e-cigarettes, headphones, and toys—use lithium-ion batteries. If these batteries are damaged, overcharged, or improperly stored, they can overheat, cause a fire, or even explode. For the safety of our children, Elders, and pets, these batteries should always be stored properly and handled with care.

Safe practices for lithium-ion batteries include:
Buy only approved products: Choose products with the *CSA approved* stamp or mark, showing they’ve been tested and certified to meet Canadian and North American safety standards.

Charge devices safely: Use the charger provided with the device, charge it on a hard (non-fabric) surface, and replace frayed or damaged chargers right away.

Recycle responsibly: Never throw lithium-ion batteries in household garbage or regular recycling bins. Bring them to a safe recycling location to prevent fires and protect the land. Find your nearest recycling site at https://recycleyourbatteries.ca/.

Resources and more information can be found at https://manitoba.ca/firepreventionweek/

It's our commitment to keeping our communities safe from fire. By learning together, we protect not only our homes but also the lands and stories that connect us all.

Traditional Teachings at University College of the North

Great to see our students participate in learning more on Land based teachings in Victoria, B.C.

University College of the North training programs and community satellite center offerings. Contact UCN directly for more information.

UCN's Community and Industry Solutions delivers customized training, continuing education, contract solutions, and life-long learning options to northern Manitoba.

Training includes, but is not limited to, Class 1 and 5 Driver training, flag person training, technical report writing, first aid, and more!

Follow UCN Continuing Education or visit https://www.ucn.ca/cis/cistraining/ for upcoming training opportunities in your community.

Juvana Aguirre, the recipient of the ECE Outstanding Workplace Student Award.... City of Thompson

Juvana Aguirre, the recipient of the ECE Outstanding Workplace Student Award, celebrated her accomplishments with the children at her child care center.

Although some children thought it was her birthday, the occasion was still a celebration of her achievements alongside those who supported her on her journey!

Well done, Juvana!

Full Moon Ceremony – Thursday, July 10, 2025
7:00 to 9:00 PM | 445 King Street

🌕 Full Moon Ceremony – Thursday, July 10, 2025
7:00 to 9:00 PM | 445 King Street at the Gathering Place for Truth and Reconciliation

Join us in ceremony under the light of Grandmother Moon. Led by Knowledge Keeper Leading Eagle Woman, this sacred circle is open to Ma Mawi program participants, staff, and families. Together, we will honour traditional teachings, connect with the spirit of the moon, and ground ourselves in community and culture.

🌽 Feast food will be shared while quantities last
🧡 All are welcome in kindness and respect

* Mental Health matters and laughing daily, is important. *

🍌 Sometimes shortening a word is not useful. Sorry, Nana!

Emergency Go Kits - essential items during the Wildfire season in northern **** Stay safe and healthy folks!! ****