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Our Next 100: Peter Koroma

Peter Koroma is the Founder of Sierra Leone Refugee Resettlement. In this instalment of Our Next 100, Peter shares his vision for Winnipeg's next 100 years. About Our Next 100: We invited community members representing various sectors and Cause areas to share their visions for Winnipeg’s next 100 years, and the potential role philanthropy might play in achieving them. This series is an audio adaptation of their aspirational essays, collected in the second special centennial edition...

Engaging audiences through live theatre

Since 1958, Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre has been engaging Manitobans through live theatre. BeCause Radio spoke with Camilla Holland, Executive Director of Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre, to learn more about its programming and plans for its upcoming 2021-22 season called "A Time & A Place".

Working together for better outcomes

Learn more about the history of collaborative efforts between The Winnipeg Foundation and United Way Winnipeg.  For a print version of this story, visit https://www.wpgfdn.org/incredible-impact/working-together-for-better-outcomes/

Promoting sustainable futures for charities

Learn more about Agency Funds at The Winnipeg Foundation, and how they help provide some financial stability for local charitable organizations, enabling staff to plan for the future. For a print version of this story, visit https://www.wpgfdn.org/1960s/promoting-sustainable-futures-for-charities/

Our Next 100: Her Honour, The Honourable Janice C. Filmon, C.M., O.M.

The Honourable Janice Filmon, C.M., O.M., is Manitoba’s 25th Lieutenant Governor. In this instalment of Our Next 100, Her Honour shares her vision for Winnipeg's next 100 years. About Our Next 100: We invited community members representing various sectors and Cause areas to share their visions for Winnipeg’s next 100 years, and the potential role philanthropy might play in achieving them. This series is an audio adaptation of their aspirational essays, collected in the second speci...

Using art to help make clinical care experiences better for patients and visitors

Artists in Healthcare Manitoba has been bringing music and art to patients and visitors in hospitals and health centres for the past two decades. BeCause Radio spoke with Shirley Grierson, Executive Director of Artists in Healthcare Manitoba, to learn more about its programming and how it's continuing to provide art therapy programs during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Creating outstanding performances in Winnipeg and beyond

The Royal Winnipeg Ballet is one of The Winnipeg Foundation's first arts grant recipients, in 1961. Since then, RWB has continued to create outstanding performances in Winnipeg and beyond. BeCause Radio spoke with Tara Birtwhistle, Associate Artistic Director at the Royal Winnipeg Ballet, to learn more about the organization and its recent digital production of The Magic Flute. 

Celebrating Asian Heritage Month in Manitoba

May is Asian Heritage Month, and the Asian Heritage Society of Manitoba is celebrating through a lineup of virtual events recognizing and celebrating the contributions and achievements of Asian-Canadian communities in Manitoba, as well as hosting a series of panel discussions which address and combat anti-Asian racism. BeCause Radio spoke with Yenny Trinh, President of the Asian Heritage Society of Manitoba, to learn more. 

Inspiring action for human rights through art

Artivism and Witness Blanket: Preserving a Legacy are two new exhibits at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights highlighting art that has sparked activism and action for human rights around the world. While the museum is currently closed to visitors because of public health orders, the exhibits are running until January 16, 2022, and the Canadian Museum for Human Rights is continuing to provide online programming and tours in the meantime. BeCause Radio spoke with Maureen Fitzhenry...

Our Next 100: Noreen Mian

Noreen Mian is the Executive Director of the Rainbow Resource Centre. In this instalment of Our Next 100, Noreen shares her vision for Winnipeg's next 100 years. About Our Next 100: We invited community members representing various sectors and Cause areas to share their visions for Winnipeg’s next 100 years, and the potential role philanthropy might play in achieving them. This series is an audio adaptation of their aspirational essays, collected in the second special centennial ed...

Our Next 100: Josh Ruth and Eddie Ayoub

Eddie Ayoub is an artist, a 30-year participant in Winnipeg’s art community, and Artistic Director of Wanda Koop’s community art organization, Art City. Josh Ruth is a self-proclaimed art enabler who, as Managing Director of Art City, is in service of anyone seeking opportunities to express themselves creatively. In this instalment of Our Next 100, Josh and Eddie share their vision for Winnipeg's next 100 years. About Our Next 100: We invited community members representing various ...

Learning, growing and healing through art

Learn more about how the arts contribute to the well-being of individuals and are part of a Winnipeg where community life flourishes for all. For a print version of this story, visit https://www.wpgfdn.org/1960s/learning-growing-and-healing-through-art/

Exciting growth, troubling divisions

The fifth episode of our Way Back Winnipeg series, written by Jim Blanchard, focuses on Winnipeg in the 1960s. For a print version of this story, visit https://www.wpgfdn.org/1960s/exciting-growth-troubling-divisions/

Expanding scope supports a growing city

In the fifth episode of our Foundation Focus series, we chronicle the history of The Winnipeg Foundation in the 1960s. For a print version of this story, visit https://www.wpgfdn.org/1960s/expanding-scope-supports-a-growing-city/

Committing to learning and growing on our shared journey of truth and reconciliation

The Foundation is on a journey of truth and reconciliation, and is committed to learning and evolving as we pursue social justice and equity for all. https://www.wpgfdn.org/1950s/committing-to-learning-and-growing-on-our-shared-journey-of-truth-and-reconciliation/

Our Next 100: Sky Bridges

Sky Bridges assumed the position of CEO of The Winnipeg Foundation April 27, 2021 – the first day of the community foundation’s second century. In this instalment of Our Next 100, Sky shares his vision for Winnipeg's next 100 years. About Our Next 100: We invited community members representing various sectors and Cause areas to share their visions for Winnipeg’s next 100 years, and the potential role philanthropy might play in achieving them. This series is an audio adaptation of t...

Sharing stories and celebrating philanthropy in action through art

2021 has been a busy year for the Winnipeg Art Gallery, with the recent grand opening of Qaumajuq, the largest public collection of contemporary Inuit art in the world. And, on April 27th, the Winnipeg Art Gallery will be joining The Winnipeg Foundation in celebrating The Foundation's 100th anniversary with the launch of two new exhibitions: The Alloways' Gift, and Rosalie Favell: Family Legacy. BeCause Radio spoke with Dr. Stephen Borys, Director and CEO of the WAG, to learn more ...

Celebrating women’s role in philanthropy

Women’s organizations have played key roles in the advancement of the nonprofit sector. It can be argued that women’s organizations, whether formal service groups or informal in structure, are an essential building block in expressing philanthropy. https://www.wpgfdn.org/1950s/celebrating-womens-role-in-philanthropy/

A lifetime of firsts: Muriel Sprague Richardson

Muriel Richardson is a significant figure in The Winnipeg Foundation’s history. She was the first female Winnipeg Foundation Board member, serving with distinction from 1944 to 1962. She broke ground as the first female Chair, a position held from 1955 to 1962. https://www.wpgfdn.org/1950s/a-lifetime-of-firsts-muriel-sprague-richardson/

Providing more than food to those in need in our community

Harvest Manitoba has been serving the community for more than 35 years, and while it might be best known for its network of food banks across the province, it’s expanded its scope to provide more than food to help Manitobans toward a healthier future. BeCause Radio spoke with Keren Taylor-Hughes, CEO of Harvest Manitoba, to learn more. 

Fostering social engagement and connection among older Manitobans

Since 1957, A&O Support Services for Older Adults has been been providing innovative programs and services that empower and support older Manitobans, improve their quality of life, and increase connection and social engagement. BeCause Radio spoke with Amanda Macrae, Executive Director of A&O Support Services for Older Adults, to learn more.

Supporting the expanding scope of healthy living

The Foundation’s support for Health and Wellness initiatives has spanned its entire granting history. https://www.wpgfdn.org/1950s/supporting-the-expanding-scope-of-healthy-living/

Responding to urgent needs

In the fourth episode of our Foundation Focus series, we chronicle the history of The Winnipeg Foundation in the 1950s. For a print version of this story, visit https://www.wpgfdn.org/1950s/responding-to-urgent-needs/

Challenges and celebrations as Winnipeg grows

The fourth episode of our Way Back Winnipeg series, written by Jim Blanchard, focuses on Winnipeg in the 1950s. For a print version of this story, visit https://www.wpgfdn.org/1950s/challenges-and-celebrations-as-winnipeg-grows/

Providing education and training opportunities for Indigenous students

"It's not just an education facility; it's about growth and new beginnings." - Haven Stumpf, Executive Director of Urban Circle Training Centre Urban Circle Training Centre provides culturally appropriate education and training to Indigenous students in Winnipeg, led and guided by Elders. BeCause Radio spoke with Haven Stumpf, Executive Director of Urban Circle Training Centre, to learn more about its programming and how, for more than 20 years, it's helped students and graduates ...

Making an impact by supporting deserving students

Scholarship donors and funds at The Winnipeg Foundation have made a difference in the lives of students for many decades. BeCause Radio spoke with Anna-Maria Pozzi, Student Awards Specialist at The Winnipeg Foundation, to learn about some of the scholarship funds held at The Foundation and the impact they've had.

Investing in deserving students

Scholarships and bursaries reward students’ hard work, recognize need and support dreams. Throughout The Foundation’s history, many donors have chosen to establish these funds and countless students have been on the receiving end of that generosity. https://www.wpgfdn.org/1940s/investing-in-deserving-students/

Acting as an ally for accessible education

Learn more about The Winnipeg Foundation's support for Literacy, Education and Employment initiatives: https://www.wpgfdn.org/1940s/acting-as-an-ally-for-accessible-education/ This story was informed by research done by James Burns and Dr. Gordon Goldsborough, which appeared in The Foundation’s 90th anniversary publication.

Helping learners thrive in a supportive community

BeCause Radio spoke with Daniel Swaka, Executive Director of The Peaceful Village program, to learn more about how The Peaceful Village has been continuing to provide after school programming that not only helps learners to succeed academically, but helps them thrive in a supportive community.  

Keeping learners connected on their education journeys

Providing supports and resources for newcomer parents and their children

Mosaic Newcomer Family Resource Network is a settlement organization providing newcomers with family resources including English classes, child care, and parenting. BeCause Radio spoke with Valerie Cavers, Executive Director of Mosaic, to learn more about its programs and services.

Building a reputation for reliability

In the third episode of our Foundation Focus series, we chronicle the history of The Winnipeg Foundation in the 1940s. For a print version of this story, visit https://www.wpgfdn.org/1940s/building-a-reputation-for-reliability/

Supporting the war abroad, rebuilding at home

The third episode of our Way Back Winnipeg series, written by Jim Blanchard, focuses on Winnipeg in the 1940s. For a print version of this story, visit https://www.wpgfdn.org/1940s/supporting-the-war-abroad-rebuilding-at-home/

Dalnavert Museum hosts the Elizabeth Alloway Lecture Series

BeCause Radio spoke with Charlene Van Buekenhout, Programming and Marketing DIrector for Dalnavert Museum, to learn more about the museum, along with the Elizabeth Alloway Lecture Series, which takes place throughout 2021, in partnership with The Winnipeg Foundation's Centennial Institute.

Providing treatment and care for Manitobans with cancer and advancing cancer research

Since 1913, CancerCare Manitoba has supported Manitobans through treatment and supportive care, while also promoting cancer prevention and working to advance cancer and blood disorder research. BeCause Radio spoke with Dr. Sri Navaratnam, President and CEO of CancerCare Manitoba, to learn more about the organization and the scope of its work.

Celebrating a loved one through a gift to The Foundation

Learn more about how memorial and tribute gifts to The Winnipeg Foundation have been a meaningful way to celebrate or remember a loved one for nearly a century. For a print version of this story, visit https://www.wpgfdn.org/generosity-in-action/celebrating-a-loved-one-through-a-gift-to-the-foundation/

“Peter Below”

A brief biography of Peter Lowe, The Foundation’s first Executive Director, written by Dr. Gordon Goldsborough. For a print version of this story, visit https://www.wpgfdn.org/1930s/peter-below/

Facilitating mentorships that encourage young people to dream big

Evan Maydaniuk, Director of Development & Marketing with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Winnipeg, joins us to talk about how Big Brothers Big Sisters of Winnipeg changes lives through its mentorship programs.

Supporting programs that help kids be kids

Learn more about The Winnipeg Foundation's history of support for recreational programs, including summer camps. For a print version of this story, visit https://www.wpgfdn.org/1930s/supporting-programs-that-help-kids-be-kids/

Making an impact by tackling food insecurity

Made With Love is an initiative launched by Chef Ben Kramer which partnering with local community food centres to help to take a bite out of food insecurity through the COVID-19 pandemic. We spoke with Chef Ben to learn more about how he and his team are helping to provide nutritious meals to people who need them.

Fresh air camps of Lake Winnipeg

A story about the fresh air camps of Lake Winnipeg, adapted from the article by James Burns and Dr. Gordon Goldsborough. For a print version of this story, visit https://www.wpgfdn.org/incredible-impact/fresh-air-camps-of-lake-winnipeg/

Investing in medical research and patient care

BeCause Radio spoke with Jonathon Lyon, President and CEO of Health Sciences Centre Foundation, to learn more about HSC Foundation, and its investments in medical research and patient care.

Supporting child healthcare and research in Manitoba

Living through the Great Depression

The second episode of our Way Back Winnipeg series, written by Jim Blanchard, focuses on Winnipeg in the 1930s. For a print version of this story, visit https://www.wpgfdn.org/1930s/living-through-the-great-depression/

Increasing prominence and support for community

In the second episode of our Foundation Focus series, we chronicle the history of The Winnipeg Foundation in the 1930s. For a print version of this story, visit https://www.wpgfdn.org/1930s/increasing-prominence-and-support-for-community/

Dealing in Métis scrip

Winnipeg’s colonial heritage cannot be ignored. While William Forbes Alloway established a community foundation that has come to signify the strength of community philanthropy and the vital importance of community-led solutions to complex challenges, how he accumulated his wealth must be acknowledged. For a print version of this story, visit https://www.wpgfdn.org/1920s/dealing-in-metis-scrip/

Right time, right place, right person

In this story, written by Tim Higgins, learn about how William Alloway created The Winnipeg Foundation to give back to the community that helped him succeed. For a print version of this story, visit https://www.wpgfdn.org/1920s/right-time-right-place-right-person/

Supporting the city she loved

A woman of means, Elizabeth Alloway created The Winnipeg Foundation in partnership with her spouse. This story was written by Tim Higgins. For a print version of this story, visit https://www.wpgfdn.org/generosity-in-action/supporting-the-city-she-loved/

Setting the tone

Find out how The Foundation’s first six grants, made in 1922, set the tone for its future work by addressing inequities and supporting those in vulnerable situations. This story was informed by research done by Conrad Sweatman (Manitoba Historical Society) and Keith Black (Executive Director of the Knowles School for Boys, 1967–1974), which appeared in The Foundation’s 90th anniversary publication. For a print version of this story, visit https://www.wpgfdn.org/1920s/setting-the-t...

Ensuring adaptability and responsiveness

Learn about how Community funds ensure The Winnipeg Foundation can support the community’s changing needs and emerging opportunities.  This story was informed by research done by Dr. Gordon Goldsborough, which appeared in The Foundation’s 90th anniversary publication. For a print version of this story, visit https://www.wpgfdn.org/generosity-in-action/ensuring-adaptability-and-responsiveness/