The Kelsey School Division has issued a public notice seeking two individuals to serve as school trustees for the 2026-2030 term.

To fill the role, you must be 18 or older, a Canadian citizen, and a resident of the Kelsey School Division. Candidates must also not be disqualified from holding office under the Public Schools Act.

Anyone who is interested can reach out to Graham Kahler, Secretary and Treasurer, at 204-623-6421.

The deadline to apply is 4:00 PM on Friday, November 20th.

Various free online learning sessions will be held throughout November and December. The sessions will focus on disaster preparedness and risk reduction.

Participants can join the live sessions to learn practical tips and safety information. Upcoming sessions include First Aid Basics for New Parents, Service Continuity Planning 101, and a special holiday session, Tis the Season To Learn About Preparedness.

To see a full list of upcoming learning sessions and their details, check out The Town of The Pas Facebook Page. For any questions, contact Alexis Yahnke, the Community Safety and Well-Being Manager, at 204-627-1148.

The Pas RCMP have made an arrest after an arson attempt.

On November 7th, just before 3:30 PM The Pas RCMP received a report of a male outside a residence on Settee Avenue with a jerry can. Officers arrived on the scene to find a male suspect being held on the ground by bystanders.

The suspect was placed under arrest and became increasingly uncooperative with officers. After arriving at the detachment, the male continually refused to exit the vehicle and resisted when police had to physically remove him.

27-year-old Jordan Bignell was charged with arson – disregard for human life, resisting or obstructing a peace officer, and assault on a police officer.

He was remanded until his court date, and The Pas RCMP continue to investigate.

The Sam Waller Museum is moving forward with plans to install fencing along the Fischer Avenue side of the historic building.

In a report to the Mayor and Council, Museum Director Jaxon Baker says a quote has finally been received for the project, with a proposed cost of $84,725.58.

The original design called for a combination of brick and wrought iron, but an estimated cost of at least $500,000 led to a revised, wrought-iron-only design.

The project aims to address ongoing concerns about people gathering along the side of the museum and disrupting operations.

The museum is hoping to secure up to $80,000 through a provincial grant, with the remaining costs covered by reserves.

Baker is recommending Council approve the project, provided grant funding is awarded. If the grant is $50,000 or less, the project would be reconsidered before moving ahead.

Oxford House RCMP have seized approximately 100 grams of cocaine at the airport in Bunibonibee Cree Nation.

Police say they were alerted to possible drugs arriving in the community on November fifth. First Nations Safety Officers detained a female suspect after she arrived on a flight.

Officers later seized two packages wrapped in electrical tape, containing cocaine with an estimated street value of 20-thousand dollars.

Twenty-six-year-old Autumn Okemow of Bunibonibee Cree Nation has been charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking and two counts of failing to comply with a release order.

Okemow was remanded into custody until her next court appearance.

The Pas Fire Department is looking to expand its firefighter training facilities with the purchase of a 40-foot shipping container.

In a report to the Mayor and Council, Fire Chief Shangraw is recommending the purchase of a sea can from Steel Can Containers for $7,200, plus applicable taxes.

The addition would expand the department's existing live-fire training structure, allowing firefighters to practise responding to multi-storey fires, basement fires, and more complex search-and-rescue situations.

The department has $12,000 available in its equipment reserves for the purchase. Firefighters will handle the installation of vents and doors, with only material costs added.

The purchase was included in the 2026 capital budget and will require Council approval through a formal resolution.

University College of the North is offering a new training opportunity aimed at strengthening financial administration skills in First Nations and northern communities.

UCN's Faculty of Arts, Business and Science has launched its first-ever Financial Assistant Micro-Credential program.

The 10-month, part-time program allows participants to earn university credits while continuing to work in their home communities.

The first cohort includes learners from York Factory First Nation and Tataskweyak Cree Nation.

Training covers Microsoft Office, communication, basic accounting and financial administration, using a combination of online and in-person instruction.

UCN says the program was developed in response to requests from northern communities and hopes to expand future offerings.

The Pas RCMP have arrested a 34-year-old man following reports of threats involving a firearm.

Police say they responded to a residence on Reader Street around 8:30 Sunday evening, November 8th, after receiving reports that a man had threatened several individuals.

Following a brief standoff, the suspect opened the door and was arrested without incident.

The man faces charges of assault, uttering threats, and violence against an intimate partner.

Police are withholding his name to protect the victim's identity. He remains in custody awaiting his court date.

The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 19 will host a community Remembrance Day parade and service tomorrow. Anyone wanting to participate in the parade is asked to gather at the Legion Branch 19 at 10:00 AM.

The parade will begin at 10:30 AM, when the parade route will leave Legion Branch 19 and walk past the cenotaph. The parade will then proceed down Crossley Avenue towards MBCI.

A service will be held at MBCI, with doors opening at 10:20 AM. Those taking part in the service are asked to arrive by 10:30 AM; the service will commence at 10:50 AM.

Everyone is welcome to attend the Legion Branch 19 for refreshments and a light lunch after the service. The Legion Clubroom will remain open until 6:00 PM.

A 53-year-old Opaskwayak Cree Nation man has been arrested in connection with a hit-and-run dating back to April 2025.

The Manitoba First Nations Police Service says officers responded to a collision on April 20th, finding an abandoned SUV in a ditch after it struck a streetlight pole in the 400 block of Kiche Maskanow. The driver had fled the scene.

DNA evidence collected from the vehicle was sent to the RCMP's forensic laboratory in Ottawa. With assistance from RCMP identification services, investigators were able to identify the suspected driver.

The man was arrested on November 1st and charged with failure to stop after an accident and mischief causing property damage over five thousand dollars.

He was released on an Appearance Notice and will appear in court at a later date.

Public Health has identified new HIV cases in the Northern Health Region, including in the major centers of Flin Flon, The Pas, and Thompson.

The Northern Health Region is encouraging residents to learn more about HIV; knowing the facts and understanding prevention methods are important steps in taking care of your health. Understanding how it is transmitted and how to reduce the risk helps to protect you and your community.

Knowing your HIV status is important. For HIV testing information and services, visit the Northern Health Region Website: northernhealthregion.com  or reach out to your local health center.

A proactive traffic stop near Opaskwayak Cree Nation has resulted in the seizure of two firearms and ammunition and the arrest of two individuals.

The Manitoba First Nations Police Service says officers stopped a vehicle on Highway 10 North, near Watchi Bay, on November first.

A male passenger, identified as 28-year-old Brent Zachius John Daniels of Flin Flon, was wanted on an outstanding warrant. He faces several additional firearms-related charges.

The female driver, 29-year-old Victoria Dreamweaver Moore of Winnipeg, was found to be breaching her conditional sentence order and driving while disqualified. A drug screening test also detected cocaine in her system.

Both individuals were remanded into custody.

Police say the seizure is part of their ongoing commitment to keeping community roadways safe and removing firearms from unauthorized owners.

The Sam Waller Museum will host their fifth You Are Living History presentation tomorrow. The historic presentations feature stories and history from our community. Tomorrow's event will feature Blanche Cowley-Head sharing stories of indigenous veterans from our community.

David Makepeace from the museum talks about what to expect from the presentation.

Doors open at 7:00 PM, and concessions will be available. The event is free for all to attend and includes a gallery tour after the presentation, featuring Legion artifacts on display for Remembrance Day. 

The Wanless Community Club has 2027 memberships available, and it is looking for new members.

Membership payment can be made at meetings or by e-transfer. Regular members are residents or landowners of Wanless and the 15-kilometre surrounding area, while associate members reside elsewhere.

Meetings are held monthly, on the first Thursday of the month, at 7:00 PM at the Wanless Community Hall.

Club members discuss and plan community events, bring new ideas, and help fundraise. This is a volunteering opportunity to get more involved in the community.

To keep up with the club’s activities, check out their Facebook page: Wanless Community Club Inc.

The Official grand opening for a new Asian market is taking place at the Otineka Mall, bringing Eastern flavours to the community.

Abner Agpalza opened his first Asian market in Flin Flon about 5 years ago and saw an influx of customers from The Pas and OCN and decided to open up a second store in the area to help support the customers needs.

The grand opening will take place today from 10am to 6pm and owner Abner Agpalza wants to invite the community to check out all the items they may have never seen or tried before.

Following the grand opening, the store will be open from 11:30 to 6 pm Monday through Saturday.

98 books made the difference in the library checkout challenge, which saw The Flin Flon Public Library face The Pas Regional Library.

The challenge tracked books checked out from both libraries in October, Library Month. Books checked out in person from the library and on the Libby app were counted. Flin Flon took the victory with 2537 books, while The Pas finished not far behind with 2439.

The Flin Flon Public Library won a community pizza party, with details expected to be posted on their Facebook page soon. Flin Flon has also suggested a rematch with The Pas for next October.

An increase in book checkouts, public participation, and an interest in reading is a win for both communities. 

Northern Lights Seniors Housing Co-Op is looking for board members. The organization is dedicated to developing new, affordable, and accessible independent living options in the Tri-Community.

They are looking for individuals to help move their seniors’ housing development from planning to reality. They want people who can bring ideas and actively participate.

If you are interested in joining this initiative, contact the Northern Lights Seniors Non-profit Housing Cooperative by phone at 204-620-1757.

The Pas RCMP have arrested two individuals after a disturbance at a local business.

On November 1st, at 1:40 AM, The Pas RCMP received a report of a disturbance at a business on Fischer Avenue.

When officers arrived, they observed a male and female who were refusing to leave the establishment.

When police directed the individuals to leave, the male grabbed one of the officers by the collar and attempted to push him. He was placed under arrest. The female then attempted to interfere with the arrest of the male, and she was also placed under arrest.

A 23-year-old male from Opaskwayak Cree Nation is facing charges of assault on a police officer and resisting/obstructing a peace officer.

A 20-year-old female from Wanless is facing a charge of assault.

The pair were later released on undertakings.

Churchill band Days on Land recently released two new songs and a music video, focusing on the changes in Manitoba's northernmost town.

With changes and developments taking place in Churchill, Days on Land is telling the story from the ground. Their song Wide Open Land was released on October 30th; it focuses on the port of Churchill and new industry and trade opportunities.

Days on Land also released a bonus track, titled Track Shed, written and sung by bass player Joe Stover.

Roy Mexted, the lead vocalist and guitarist of Days on Land, talks about the inspiration behind the songs.

You can stay up to date with the band on their Facebook page. You can watch the music video for Wide Open Land, featuring Churchill locals, on YouTube.

Flat Broke Productions will be premiering its project, Our Bloods The Same, at the OCN Veterans Hall on Indigenous Veterans Day, November 8th.

The film is written and directed by local filmmaker Steven Bignell, with Jeremy Bignell and Vincent Seymour starring in the film.

Steven Bignell shares what the film is about

The premiere showtime is 12:30 PM, with additional showings at 3:00 and 5:00 PM. The film is around 35 minutes long and action-packed. All showings of the film are free.

A man was arrested following an attempted home invasion in Swan River.

On October 28th, around 4:30 PM, RCMP responded to a report of an attempted home invasion occurring at a residence in Swan River.

A male suspect knocked on the door of the house. The 57-year-old resident, who knows the suspect, briefly opened a window and spoke to him, causing the suspect to walk away.

A short time later, the resident opened the door, and the suspect returned, resulting in a physical altercation between the two. The suspect forced his way into the residence and was then forced out.

The suspect then grabbed a rock and threw it at the house, then punched a window before walking away.

RCMP located the suspect a short distance from the home. The suspect refused to comply with police orders, prompting officers to assist him to the ground and arrest him.

A 33-year-old Swan River male faces charges of assault and break and enter with intent. The suspect was released on an undertaking.

A Special council meeting will be held in The Pas tomorrow at 6:00 PM. The meeting will take place at the Town of The Pas Office at 81 Edwards Avenue.

The purpose of the special meeting is to administer the Oath of Office for the Mayor and Members of Council. Orientation for the newly elected council will also take place. Updates will be given regarding town operations, projects, and municipal priorities.

Past council and special meetings are streamed and archived on the Town of The Pas Council Meetings YouTube Channel.

Faculty at University College Of The North have collaborated to create a book on empowering Indigenous students.

Dr. Joseph Atoyebi is one of three editors for the book and a professor at UCN; he shares details about the book’s contents.

He says students should not have to leave their cultures at the classroom door to succeed.

The book's themes include reconciliation and decolonization in teaching and learning, empowering Indigenous students and transforming their education, and excellence and scholarship.

A book launch will be held in The Pas on Tuesday, November 10th at 5:00 PM, at The Pas campus of UCN, in front of the library. The book's editorial team and chapter authors will be there to answer participants' questions. Copies of the book will be available at the launch for purchase.

The Beatrice Wilson Health Center will hold a foot care and mobility education session on Wednesday, November 4th, from 1:30 to 3:30 PM.

The session is intended for mature adults who want to learn about improving health and mobility, preventing falls, and foot care.

Guest speakers from the Northern Health Region and the Opaskwayak Health Authority will be there to share their knowledge.

The session will take place at 245 Waller Road, with refreshments and snacks provided, and door prizes available.

For more information, call Shawn at 204-627-7410.

The Northern Youth Trades Conference will be held in OCN and Thompson, giving tradespeople, employers, and partners a chance to gather and explore opportunities.

The conference will be held on November 23rd in OCN and November 25th in Thompson. Both days, the conference will run from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM.

The deadline to register a booth or presentation is November 8th; contact Calem at 204-939-0176.

Those attending can get resume and career assistance, learn about training and education, and attend employer presentations. Hands-on demonstrations and equipment displays, current job opportunities, and apprenticeship information will be available.

Employers and partners invited range from mining and resource companies to construction and heavy equipment employers.