The 15th annual Clearwater Lake Marathon is set to take place on July 19th.

Participants can choose to walk or run a 1K, 3K, 5K, or 10-kilometre stretch, or the half marathon, 21 kilometres, along the beautiful shores of Clearwater Lake.

Race Package pickup takes place the day before the race, on Saturday, July 18th, at the Clearwater Lake Hall from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Awards and prizes will be given out after the marathon, and walkers and runners can enjoy a pancake breakfast for free, or just $8 for non-participants.

All Pledges for the marathon will go to the Critically Ill Children's Fund.

The deadline to register for the marathon is July 16th. Register online by scanning the QR code found on the Clearwater Lake Half Marathon Facebook group.

According to a recent post from The Pas Sweatshop, its weekly boxing class schedule will look a little different throughout July and August.

Adult Fitness Boxing classes will be held on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. The cost to participate is $60 per month.

Meanwhile, the Weekend Warriors program will run on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The monthly fee is $40.

The updated schedule took effect this past Monday.

For more information, contact Jenn at 204-627-9208 or Jodie at 204-620-0418.

Later this month, Halcrow Lake Golf & Country Club will host a Men's Open Tournament for golfers from across the tri-community.

Registration begins at 10 a.m., with a shotgun start scheduled for 11 a.m.

The entry fee is $100 for club members and $125 for non-members. A delicious supper will be served, and cash prizes will be awarded to top performers.

For more information, call 204-627-2300 or stop by the clubhouse.

A family member of one of Northern Manitoba's own is asking for the community's help.

It has been announced that beloved local player and hometown product Isaac Tomchak has recently been diagnosed with Severe Aplastic Anemia (SAA), a rare blood disorder that causes bone marrow to stop producing enough new blood cells and platelets .

A relative of Isaac has created a GoFundMe campaign, with 100% of the funds going toward supporting Isaac and his family throughout his road to recovery.

Everyone at Arctic Radio wishes Isaac and his family all the best during this difficult time. The GoFundMe link can be found on our official Facebook page.

Along with the open soccer tournament, the 12th annual Big Eddy Sports Days committee has announced a co-ed slo-pitch tournament that will run at the same time.

The tournament will take place from July 24 to 26 at both the Fisher Island and Joe A. Ross fields. The entry fee is $500 per team and must be paid by July 20.

Cash prizes will be awarded to the first-, second-, third- and fourth-place teams on both the A side and B side of the tournament.

For more information, contact Kristen Young or join the tournament's official Facebook group. E-transfers can be sent to accounts.receivable@opaskwayak.ca.

The Northern Youth Softball League is making a final call for registrations for its mixed minor ball summer season.

According to league organizers, at least 35 children must be registered by July 5 for the season to move forward.

League rules, guidelines, and a breakdown of the season will be emailed to participants once registration is complete.

For more information or to register, email byroncook346@gmail.com. You can also join the league's official Facebook group, Northern Youth Softball League, for updates and additional details.

Late next month, the Northern Manitoba Blizzard will invite golfers of all skill levels to sign up and take part in their first golf tournament of the season.

The entry fee is $75 per person, and participants can choose between a chicken or pork tenderloin meal.

The summer event is limited to 30 participants and will be held at Halcrow Lake Golf & Country Club.

Anyone interested in learning more or registering can contact Bob Kerslake at 204-978-1515.

Tomorrow, The Pas, OCN and the R.M. of Kelsey will be celebrating Canada Day with plenty of festivities across the North.

For those looking to have some fun and break a sweat on our nation's birthday, an outdoor pickleball tournament will be held just outside the Wellness Centre. The action gets underway at 1:30 p.m., and it's completely free to participate.

Players of all skill levels are welcome to join in the fun. Prizes will be awarded throughout the tournament, and food will be available for anyone who works up an appetite.

For more information, call 431-355-1517.

The Northern Manitoba Blizzard have a new head coach for the upcoming season.

Coach Josh Gratton comes from a hockey family and grew up playing in southwestern Ontario. After being drafted to play in the U.S, he went on to play professionally for 17 years before turning to coaching to continue his hockey journey.

Gratton says he fell in love with coaching immediately and enjoys passing on his knowledge to younger players. Most recently, he spent two seasons with the Winnipeg Blues. After a tough first season, the team showed significant improvement in his second year behind the bench.

Gratton says he's excited for the opportunity to coach in The Pas.

He describes himself as a structured and disciplined coach.

The Josh Gratton era is set to begin on Sept. 18 when the Blizzard host Swan Valley in their home opener.

Next month, the Northern Manitoba Blizzard will host a reunion banquet and social at the MMF Hall.

It has been 30 years since the creation of the Blizzard franchise, and on July 18, the organization plans to celebrate the rich history of Northern Manitoba's team.

Whether you're a fan, former or current player, billet, or volunteer, organizers are inviting you to join them for a memorable evening.

Two types of tickets are available. Admission to the social only is $15, while tickets for the banquet and social are $50.

This is an 18+ event. Tickets can be purchased at Funky Threadz or by emailing blizzardreunion30@gmail.com.

Information has just been released about the upcoming 12th Annual Big Eddy Sports Days Open Soccer Tournament. The tournament will take place next month, running from July 25–26.

The deadline to enter a team is July 15, and entry fees can be paid at the OCN Payment Centre. The entry fee is $500 per team.

Teams that finish 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th in either the women's or men's division will have the chance to win big cash prizes.

For more information about Sports Days, visit the Big Eddy Days 2025 Facebook group.

Tri-Community Minor Baseball will be hosting a baseball tournament later this week for youth and teen players from The Pas, OCN, and the R.M.

The tournament will kick off on Friday, June 19, and run until Sunday, June 21. Games will be played at both the Arena 1 and Centennial baseball diamonds.

There will be two divisions: one for U11–U12 players and another for U13–U15 players.

A more detailed schedule can be found on Tri-Community Minor Baseball's official Facebook page. Players are encouraged to let their coaches know if they are unable to attend.

The official 2026-27 schedule has arrived for the Northern Manitoba Blizzard's upcoming regular season campaign.

The Blizzard will kick off their season with a home opener against their Highway 10 rivals from Swan Valley. Another notable home matchup is set for Nov. 18 against the reigning champion Niverville Nighthawks.

The Blizzard will play just one two-game road doubleheader this season, which will take place in late January against the Dauphin Kings.

For a full breakdown of the season schedule, visit the league's official website.

NHL player Connor Dewar and his sports charity, The Northern Way, will once again make the trip to Northern Manitoba for another hockey camp.

The camp is designed for young hockey players looking to develop their on-ice skills and get some extra training in before the start of the upcoming season.

The camp will run from August 11 to 15 at the Roy H. Johnston Arena.

Registration is now open for anyone interested in participating. For more information or to register, visit the charity's Facebook page, "The Northern Way Sports Charity."

Attention MBCI athletes, it's time to RSVP for the upcoming Year-End Awards Banquet.

MBCI will host the semi-formal event on Thursday, June 18th. Since September, MBCI Athletics has brought home a collection of zone championship banners and even a provincial championship in basketball.

This year, MBCI captured zone titles in cross-country, curling, basketball, badminton, and track and field. With so much success across multiple sports, it's a season worth celebrating.

Be sure to join your fellow athletes, coaches, and supporters as MBCI Athletics recognizes the accomplishments of the 2025-26 school year.

The deadline to RSVP is the end of the day today, June 10th. For more information, join the MBCI Sports Facebook group.

With the golf season in full swing, Halcrow Lake Golf and Country Club is proud to announce its weekly events and upcoming tournaments taking place this month and beyond.

Firstly, Wednesdays will once again be Men's Night at the course. Much like last year, participants will play nine holes for only $25 per player. Registration will run from 5:00 to 5:45 p.m., with randomized teams teeing off at 6:00 p.m.

Next up is the club's Ladies Night, which takes place every Tuesday and follows a similar format. Registration runs from 5:30 to 6:00 p.m., and players will tee off at approximately 6:00 p.m. The cost is $20 per player. Those who cannot make the evening tee time are encouraged to play a round earlier in the day to have a chance to win a weekly prize.
 

Finally, senior golfers looking to enjoy some tournament action can mark June 16 on their calendars, as the club will host a Seniors Open Tournament. The entry fee is $65 per golfer, and a supper is included. Registration opens at 10:00 a.m., with a shotgun start scheduled for 11:00 a.m.

For more information on weekly events and upcoming tournaments, call 204-627-2300 or visit and follow the club's official Facebook page.

With the weather the way it is outside, why not try something new?

The Pas Disc Golf not only has its annual tournament coming up at the end of the month, but the organization is also looking to grow the game in Northern Manitoba by hosting beginner sessions every Tuesday at the Kinsmen Ball Diamond.

The sessions begin at 5:30 p.m. and are always weather permitting. If you come to love the game, keep in mind that the Disc Golf Tournament will be just around the corner.

To sign up, visit discgolfscene.com, and to stay up to date on all the latest news and events, follow The Pas Disc Golf's official Facebook page.

Once again, in early July, Coach Sukhvir Singh and his Attack Basketball Camp will be coming back to Northern Manitoba to put on a jam-packed week full of basketball fun.

Coach Singh will be bringing a plethora of knowledge about the sport and, much like last year, is excited to give back to the game by training the next generation of Canadian basketball players.

The camp is open to students in Grades 8 to 12, and the non-refundable registration fee is $130. Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged.

For any athletes looking to improve their on-court skills, build in-game confidence, and compete against others, sign up by scanning the QR code.

For more information, email mbcispartans@gmail.com.

The Northern Manitoba Blizzard have a new bench boss for the 2026–2027 season. It has been announced that Josh Gratton has signed a multi-year contract with the Blizz and will serve as the team’s head coach and president of hockey operations.

In total, Coach Gratton brings more than 35 years of hockey experience to Northern Manitoba, including 29 years as a player and seven years as a coach. Coach Gratton’s most recent stop was with the Winnipeg Blues, where he served as the team’s head coach and general manager.

For a more detailed breakdown of the hire, visit normanblizzard.com.

On May 20th, the Pas Road Runners will host their 3rd annual Swim-A-Palooza. The main purpose of this aquatic event is not only to challenge local swimmers, but also to raise funds for the club’s fundraising efforts.
 

Here’s how it works: swimmers are asked to set a lap goal, supporters then make pledges per lap or offer a flat donation, and finally, swimmers will go all out for one hour to see how far they can push their limits. Swim-A-Palooza will kick off at around 5:30 at the Winton Pool.

The event will begin at the Winton Pool and will be open to adults and children ages 6 and up. To register as an individual or as a team, visit Triathlon Manitoba. For more information, email allyfinnerty1@gmail.com.