Jason Halstead
Opportunities for Employment: A new approach to matching job seekers with local businesses
The motto for Winnipeg employment agency Opportunities for Employment is “Get Ready, Get Hired” — and this is accomplished with the process of “Assess, Equip and Connect.” It’s this last word in…
Renovating Village Canadien: New buildings; a better mortgage
Manitoba’s largest housing co-operative, Village Canadien, is wrapping up a major upgrade and credits its relationship with Assiniboine Credit Union for realizing the project. Village Canadien Cooperative is completing an…
Tickets, please! On track & expanding the adventure with Prairie Dog Central
The history and future of Canada’s oldest operating steam engine, featuring the Prairie Dog Central Railway. It’s full steam ahead as the Prairie Dog Central Railway rolls past a half-century of operations….
Rising together with Tall Grass Prairie Bread Company
This locally famous bakery is all about grassroots, gives a better economic share to farmers and provides a living wage to employees. Most Manitobans have seen the jaw-dropping displays of…
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Sustainability: How ACU is turning words into action
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ACU’s grants program invests locally
Healthy, vibrant and diverse communities don’t just happen—they’re created over time by people, organizations and businesses continuously working together for the common good. These organizations require resources to take action…
Investing in a new beginning: Wealth Building Tips for newcomers to Canada
There are a number of barriers to investing for newcomers, like learning a new language or adapting to different social customs—even getting used to the weather. But they can also…