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Interview
June 14th, 2021 12:00am
The President of the Manitoba School Boards Association spoke to Arctic Radio about the provincial government’s controversial education bill. One of the main points of Bill 64, ‘The Education Modernization Act’, is that it would eliminate most locally-elected school boards in favour of regional school councils, which would be appointed by the government. Alan Campbell called the legislation “anti-democratic”, and that it removes the local community voice in education.
Interview
June 9th, 2021 12:00am
June is ALS Awareness Month, and the ALS Society of Manitoba is encouraging residents to learn more about the disease.rnDiana Rasmussen, the Executive Director of the society, explains what ALS is.rn
Interview By Navi Bal
June 8th, 2021 12:00am
LifeWorks, formerly known as Morneau Shepell, says its report shows that almost half of working Canadians surveyed want mental health support, but affordability of those services is a barrier for some.
Interview
June 7th, 2021 12:00am
Lynn Kolba the Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety Representation spoke to Arctic Radio about summer water safety.
Participaction Community Better Challenge
Interview
June 2nd, 2021 12:00am
Local Jerome Conaty spoke to Arctic Radio to talk about the Participaction Community Better Challenge a program that The Town of The Pas is involved with.
OCN Community Garden and Community Update
Interview
May 28th, 2021 12:00am
Opaskwayak Cree Nation Chief Christian Sinclair spoke to Arctic Radio to give an update on what has been happening in the community.
Pride Month Plans for The Pas and Area
Interview
May 28th, 2021 12:00am
Adrianna Sawchyn from the Aurora Sacred Healing Centre and Opaskwayak Cree Nation Vice Chief Jennifer Flett spoke to Arctic Radio to talk about their plans for Pride month that officially starts June 1st.
Interview
May 18th, 2021 12:00am
With the foodservice industry hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic, Restaurants Canada is calling for a sector-specific recovery package for the 400, 000 jobs still missing in the industry. That includes nearly eleven hundred foodservice jobs in Manitoba. The body’s Central Canada Vice President James Rilett talks about how Manitoba restaurants have been doing from the beginning of the pandemic until now.
Interview
May 17th, 2021 12:00am
With the weather warming up, the Manitoba RCMP is reminding the public that knowledge and safety are key when riding an off-road vehicle. In 2020, the RCMP responded to seven fatal collisions involving ORVs and 46 collisions where serious injuries occurred. Gary Hora the President of the ATV Association of Manitoba, says it’s important to riders, beginners and experienced alike, to be prepared before they head out.
Interview
May 14th, 2021 12:00am
May is Vision Health Month, and the Canadian Ophthalmological Society is stressing the importance of residents getting their routine eye exams.
Interview
May 13th, 2021 12:00am
Courtney Almas from the Northern Health Region spoke to Arctic Radio to talk about how to handle discarded needles safely.
Interview
May 11th, 2021 12:00am
Jamie Lunn tells her story of how the War Amps and the War Amps Key Tag Campaign helped her and how its helped other amputees.
Janessa - Children's Hospital Foundation Interview
Interview
May 6th, 2021 12:00am
Arctic Radio speaks with Janessa, a 12-year-old patient at the Children's Hospital, about her kidney transplant and hospital experience.
Karen Driedger - Make Shift Happen Interview
Interview
May 4th, 2021 12:00am
Karen Driedger spoke to Arctic Radio about what's coming up for Make Shift Happen in the future.
Interview
April 30th, 2021 12:00am
Doctor Michael Isaac the medical officer of health from the Northern Health Region spoke to Arctic Radio about COVID 19 vaccine hesitancy. He wants to reassure people that the benefits of vaccines still outweigh the risks despite reports of blood clots from AstraZeneca vaccines and encourages everyone to get the first vaccine available to them
Town of The Pas Still Looking at Installing Electric Vehicle Chargers
Interview
April 27th, 2021 12:00am
The Town of The Pas is still interested in installing Electric Vehicle chargers and they are looking at applying for the Zero Emissions Vehicle Infrastructure Program for Assistance. Jackie Rechenmacher from the The Pas Community Development Corporation explains.
Interview
April 23rd, 2021 12:00am
The Canadian Federation of Independent Business spoke to Arctic Radio about how the third wave of the COVID-19 pandemic will impact business owners across the province.
UCN Muses from the North Interview
April 22nd, 2021 12:00am
Arctic Radio speaks with professors Ying Kong and James Atoyebi from UCN about Muses from the North.
Interview
April 16th, 2021 12:00am
The Pas Mayor Herb Jaques spoke to Arctic Radio about this year’s budget for the town of the pas and here he talks about some of the highlights.
Interview
April 16th, 2021 12:00am
James Dean spoke to Arctic radio to talk about the 44th annual Northern Juried Art show
Interview
April 16th, 2021 12:00am
Northern Health Region CEO Helga Bryant spoke to Arctic Radio to give an update on the current COVID-19 situation in the region.
Interview
April 15th, 2021 12:00am
Our MLA Amanda Lathlin spoke to Arctic Radio and took the time to discuss the 2021 provincial budget, and Bill 64
Beatrice Wilson Health Centre Vaccination Clinic
Interview
April 14th, 2021 12:00am
Marie Jebb a nurse from the Beatrice Wilson Health Centre spoke to Arctic Radio to talk about the first day of their COVID 19 vaccination clinic.
The Pas OCN Tourism Committee is Looking for New Committee Members
Interview
April 13th, 2021 12:00am
The Pas OCN Tourism Committee is looking for business owners and tourism operators to become new committee members. Economic Development Officer Darryl Bauer has the details
Kelsey School Division Board Meeting
Interview
April 13th, 2021 12:00am
Kelsey School Division Chair Vaughn Wadelius spoke to Arctic Radio to talk about some of the items brought up at the latest board meeting.
Interview By Navi Bal
April 13th, 2021 12:00am
The Canadian Cancer Society’s Daffodil campaign is in full swing despite the COVID-19 pandemic. The Daffodil campaign helps the CCS raise money to fund research, shape health policies, and provide support to those who have cancer. Here, spokesperson Brad Stevenson elaborates on how the funds are used.
The Pas Town Council April 12th
Interview
April 13th, 2021 12:00am
The Pas mayor Herb Jaques spoke to Arctic Radio about the first council and committee of the whole meetings for the month of April. One of the highlights from the meeting is the passage of a new building and zoning By Law for the town.
Niki Ashton on Northern Manitoba Drinking Water Issues
Interview
April 13th, 2021 12:00am
MP Niki Ashton talked about what she is planning to do to address drinking water issues in Northern Manitoba
Interview
April 9th, 2021 12:00am
With roughly 100, 000 people diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease across the country, Parkinson Canada is calling for better awareness and support of those affected by the disorder.rnrnThe organization’s vice-president of marketing and fundraising Jon Collins says the No Matter What campaign allows those with Parkinson’s to share their stories and clear up misconceptions about the disorder.rn
The Pas Community Development Corporation Presentation at RM of Kelsey Meeting
Interview
April 9th, 2021 12:00am
Jackie Rechenmacher, The Economic Development Coordinator from The Pas Community Development Corporation conducted an annual presentation at the RM of Kelsey meeting this past Thursday to talk about what they have been working on this year and the things they accomplished in 2020.
Opaskwayak Health Authority COVID 19 Vaccine Clinic
Interview
April 7th, 2021 12:00am
Marie Jebb and Shawn Yaremko from the Opaskwayak Health Authority spoke to Arctic radio about their COVID 19 vaccination clinics.
Ronald McDonald House Charities
Interview
March 30th, 2021 12:00am
Ronald McDonald House Charities Manitoba is expanding their house in Winnipeg, meaning more families in rural and northern communities can be supported while their children receive specialized medical care in Winnipeg. Patricia Kandiurin, a mother from Churchill who’s family stayed at the Ronald McDonald House in Winnipeg when her youngest son was receiving treatment after he was born prematurely, says she’s thrilled to hear the facility increasing capacity.
Interview
March 29th, 2021 12:00am
The Northern Juried Art Show is accepting entries from residents across the region. All the information is available here
Interivew
March 25th, 2021 12:00am
The Canadian Federation of Independent Business says the COVID-19 pandemic has caused problems for small businesses in new ways when it comes to fraud. Jonathan Alward, the Director of the Prairies, explains much of that is due to the Public Health Orders that are in place.
Kelsey School Division Budget Hearing
Interview
March 25th, 2021 12:00am
The Kelsey School Division Chair Vaughn Wadelius spoke to Arctic Radio about their virtual meeting held on Monday.
Skills Manitoba Young Woman’s Conference
Interview
March 18th, 2021 12:00am
Maria Pacella the executive director of Skills Manitoba spoke to Arctic Radio about this year’s Young Woman’s Conference. Skills Manitoba has held these conferences in The Pas before but this year’s conference will be done virtually due to COVID 19
Niki Ashton Telephone Town Hall
Interview
March 16th, 2021 12:00am
Our MP Niki Ashton spoke to Arctic Radio to discuss what was discussed at last week’s telephone town hall that she hosted.
The Pas and District Chamber of Commerce
Interview
March 15th, 2021 12:00am
Sandra Shapiro the office manager from The Pas and District Chamber of Commerce spoke to Arctic Radio to talk about their spring gift card giveaway and how it works to help small businesses. With the help of a Grant from the Manitoba Chamber of Commerce the local chamber was able to purchase gift cards for local businesses to give away to community members that enter and win a contest.
Interview
March 15th, 2021 12:00am
With March being Fraud Prevention Month, the RCMP is reminding residents to be aware of potential scams. Constable Sandy Deibert says fraud-related crime happens everywhere, and causes thousands of Canadians to lose millions of dollars.
Interview
March 11th, 2021 12:00am
With travel restrictions and other COVID 19 related measures more vehicles have been idle this past year and Glenn O Connell the General Manger at Northland Ford spoke to Arctic radio to give some tips on how to maintain an idle vehicle.
Interview
March 4th, 2021 12:00am
David Williamson the Dean of Faculty of Education for the University College of The North Spoke to Arctic Radio about the Kenanow Program
Interview
March 4th, 2021 12:00am
Opaskwayak Cree Nation Chief Christian Sinclair Spoke to Arctic Radio about the 4x4x48 Running Challenge that he is taking part in
Changes To a Local Vaccination Plan
Interview
March 3rd, 2021 12:00am
Lori Forbes spoke to Arctic Radio about changes being made to the local vaccination plan.
Interview
March 2nd, 2021 12:00am
Fire Chief Randy Manych spoke to Arctic radio to talk about campfires being set near the Oscars Place Homeless Shelter and to give some bonfire safety tips for the winter months.
Make Shift Happen Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods Meeting
Interview
March 1st, 2021 12:00am
Make Shift Happen held a virtual Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods Meeting this past weekend. The meeting brought people together from different sectors of the Tri community and it was started by Brett Lemieux to share with the community what the RCMP has been doing and to discuss what community members can do to keep the community safe.
The Pas OCN Place Brand Launch March 1st
Interview
March 1st, 2021 12:00am
The Pas Community Development Corporation and OCN in Partnership with Travel Manitoba and McKim Communications will be having a virtual launch of their Pas/OCN Place Brand Linda Whitfield from Travel Manitoba has all the details here.
Interview By Navi Bal
March 1st, 2021 12:00am
The Dieticians of Canada say that Manitoba has high instances of food insecurity. A spokesperson for the organization, Tamara Sarkisian, has the details.
Amanda Lathlin Conversations With The Homeless Population
Interview
February 25th, 2021 12:00am
Our MLA Amanda Lathlin took the time to speak to the homeless population to listen to their stories and to find out how these individuals can be helped.
Mayor Herb Jaques On COVID 19 Vaccination Sites
Interview
February 23rd, 2021 12:00am
The Pas Mayor Herb Jaques Spoke to Arctic Radio about COVID 19 vaccination sites in Northern Manitoba.
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