For just the fourth time in history, the best junior A team in Canada comes from Manitoba. The Niverville Nighthawks joined the Portage Terriers (1973, 2014) and Selkirk Steelers (1974) in lifting the Centennial Cup, defeating the host Summerside Western Capitals 4-1 in the final May 17 in P.E.I.
Eastman talent took centre stage as the Niverville Nighthawks defeated Ontario Junior Hockey League champions Toronto Patriots 4-3 to advance to the Centennial Cup final. The team came all the way back after trailing 3-0 early in the second period.
Featuring photos from Niverville vs Toronto and Summerside vs Longueuil.
NOVEMBER 30, 1951—One of Steinbach’s newest streets will be the first to boast running water in every home at a cost, like the ads say, within the reach of every pocket. Cooperation, and a little foresight, has made this project on Mill Street East possible.
In 1999, when I first sought the privilege to be an MLA, I believed that the future of our region was bright. As I reflect nearly three decades later, I can say with confidence that my belief has not changed, and it is thanks entirely to the incredible people who call the constituency of Springfield-Ritchot and southeast Manitoba home.
Millions of Canadians like me have witnessed the nine twinkling lights appear on the horizon with white smoke in trail. We watched as the formation of nine red and white jets pitch up towards the sky and roll with incredible precision. We all felt the rumble watching in amazement at the discipline and cohesive teamwork and felt our national pride as the Snowbirds transformed the sky into their canvas.
A new St Adolphe school and more classrooms at three existing schools topped Seine River School Division’s five-year capital plan as the division’s growing student population continues to push existing schools to capacity.
It’s been a whirlwind few days here for me at the Centennial Cup in Summerside, P.E.I. I’m typing this column above the ice surface as the hometown Summerside Capitals appear on their way to clinching a spot in the playoffs, as they lead Thunder Bay 3-0.
Ste Anne’s Jocelyne Larocque is back playing for a championship, as her Ottawa Charge upset Boston 3-1 to advance to the PWHL Walter Cup finals.
Another familiar landmark along Steinbach’s Main Street is gone. The Friesen residence, situated under the big maples next to the family’s Ford dealership, has been moved to a new location on Hanover Street, where it will be used to house the staff of the Invalid Home.
A day of rest and relaxation in P.E.I. has the Niverville Nighthawks refreshed and ready to go at the Centennial Cup in Summerside.
Steinbach Arts Council executive director David Klassen spoke at the non-profit’s May 1 fundraising gala. Klassen called the event the charity’s most important fundraiser. SAC expects to see 2,300 program registrations, triple its pre-pandemic numbers. Klassen said the arts council is considered one of Canada’s largest arts organizations, leading the nation in per capita programming, with half of the budget of similar programs elsewhere.
Museums are often places of certainty—spaces where artifacts are carefully labeled, stories are thoughtfully interpreted, and the past is presented with clarity. Yet behind the scenes, not every object arrives with a neat explanation. Sometimes, museums receive items that raise more questions than answers. These mysterious artefacts, stripped of context over time, offer a different kind of experience: one that invites curiosity, imagination, and even a bit of detective work.
A new display at the Mennonite Heritage Village that aims to prompt visitors to reflect on peace was erected last week.
Oakbank’s Reece Gault has done something nearly no other Manitoba Junior Hockey League player has done.