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Dr. Verena Menec on Healthy Aging and Making Communities More Age-Friendly
December 02, 2019 18:00 - 14 minutes - 19.4 MBThe Winnipeg Foundation recently held a Vital Conversation on Living Long and Staying Strong. Prior to the event, we interviewed keynote speaker Dr. Verena Menec about healthy aging and how we can make our communities more age-friendly.
A plan to help clean Lake Winnipeg
November 28, 2019 22:00 - 55 minutes - 75.7 MBFoundation Feature (Environment and Animal Welfare): Find out about The Galileo Project's proposal to help clean up Lake Winnipeg. The Winnipeg Foundation is holding a Vital Conversation on Living Long and Staying Strong, and we'll hear from keynote speaker Dr. Verena Menec about healthy aging and how we can make our communities more age-friendly. Local Investment Toward Employment promotes local social enterprises through its Holiday LITE Box. This week's Winnipeg Impact Maker Sweet Im...
Making communities more age-friendly
November 28, 2019 22:00 - 47 minutes - 65.4 MBThe Winnipeg Foundation is holding a Vital Conversation on Living Long and Staying Strong, and we'll hear from keynote speaker Dr. Verena Menec about healthy aging and how we can make our communities more age-friendly. Local Investment Toward Employment promotes local social enterprises through its Holiday LITE Box. This week's Winnipeg Impact Maker Sweet Impressions bakes the world a better place. And highlights from this week's BeCause & Effect podcast with Jeff Newman and Stephanie S...
Helping single parents pursue a post-secondary education
November 22, 2019 00:00 - 41 minutes - 56.5 MBFoundation Feature (Literacy, Education and Employment): Rise Above helps single parents needing financial help pursuing a post-secondary education. We uncover some of the mystery behind the Magical Mystery Thrift Bus Tour happening this Saturday in support of local charities. This week's Winnipeg Impact Maker Nordale School helps others stay warm this winter through their partnership with Main Street Project. And highlights from this week's BeCause & Effect podcast with Oly Backstrom, P...
Supporting Manitoba communities
November 14, 2019 21:00 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBThe Endow Manitoba 24-Hour Giving Challenge is Saturday, Nov. 16! In this episode, learn more about the challenge, the Endow Manitoba network and the Build 150 program, along with how the Beautiful Plains Community Foundation and Community Foundation of Portage and District are getting ready for the 24-Hour Giving Challenge.
Working to improve children's health care
November 08, 2019 19:00 - 40 minutes - 56.3 MB2:21 - Foundation Feature (Children, Youth and Families): The Children's Hospital Guild of Manitoba works to improve children's health care in our province. 13:12 - The Manitoba Museum opens its brand new Winnipeg Gallery, exploring the history of our city through new artifacts and exhibits. 20:51 - Johnston Group supports a variety of community initiatives that make our city a better place. 30:30 - This week's Winnipeg Impact Maker Gorilla Jack is providing a place to keep our property ...
Preserving Canada's historic places
October 31, 2019 19:00 - 41 minutes - 56.6 MB2:32 - Foundation Feature (Arts, Culture and Heritage): The 2019 National Trust Conference brings heritage professionals and volunteers together around the preservation of historic places. 10:37 - Marsha Cowan, Strategic Development Specialist at the Jewish Foundation of Manitoba, reflects on supporting the community through volunteering and her work in the philanthropic sector. 24:35 - This week's Winnipeg Impact Maker, 4th Line Pub and Grill, is raising funds in support of the Ab McDo...
Supporting our community For Good. Forever.
October 24, 2019 19:00 - 40 minutes - 56.2 MBOn a special live episode in conjunction with CJNU's Pledge Weekend, we're joined by staff of The Winnipeg Foundation to highlight some community projects supported through The Foundation and learn more about The Foundation's Legacy Circle program. CJNU Station Manager Adam Glynn also joins BeCause & Effect host Nolan Bicknell to talk about the station's partnership with The Foundation. BeCause Radio is produced by The Winnipeg Foundation in partnership with 93.7 CJNU-FM. Subscr...
Keeping seniors active and connected
October 18, 2019 00:00 - 45 minutes - 61.9 MB1:47 - Foundation Feature (Health, Wellness and Recreation): Manitoba Hindu Seniors' Meet, Eat and Greet program keeps seniors active. 16:30 - Everything Chocolate raises funds for the Canadian Cancer Society 26:53 - This week's Winnipeg Impact Maker Amanda Burg, Trainer for Brickhouse Gym, deadlifts for cancer in a fun and festive way this Halloween season. 36:17 - And highlights from this week's Because & Effect podcast with Joy Loewen, Acting Executive Director of the National Screen ...
Building a place for gathering and learning
October 11, 2019 18:00 - 42 minutes - 58.2 MB2:24 - Foundation Feature (Environment and Animal Welfare): Learn about the Indigenous People's Garden, one of the features of Canada's Diversity Gardens at Assiniboine Park. 12:20 - Prairie Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre cares for injured, sick and orphaned wildlife in Manitoba. 25:07 - This week's Winnipeg Impact Maker, Jennifer Laferriere, is helping cats and kittens find new homes through a cat cafe. 31:52 - And highlights from this week's Because & Effect podcast with Dayna Spiring,...
Promoting healing and empowerment through art
October 03, 2019 18:00 - 43 minutes - 59.3 MB2:26 - Foundation Feature (Health, Wellness and Recreation): Artbeat Studio helps people with mental health issues on their journey of healing through art. 17:49 - This week's Winnipeg Impact Makers Bernadette Feakes and Sherri Boyce are hosting the 2nd Annual Balanced Life Experience Wellness Conference and Expo to benefit local charities.. 28:02 - And highlights from this week's Because & Effect podcast with Chef Ben Kramer. Listen to the full episode and subscribe for a new episode eac...
Exploring reconciliation through theatre
September 26, 2019 18:00 - 51 minutes - 71.2 MB2:34 - Foundation Feature (Arts, Culture and Heritage): Award-winning playwright Ian Ross joins us to discuss Prairie Theatre Exchange's upcoming production of his play, The Third Colour. 15:24 - Neurosurgeon scientist Dr. Demetre Serletis joins us talk about his presentation at Music and the Mind and the effects music can have on the brain. 29:25 - This week's Winnipeg Impact Makers Janine Tougas and Darci Adam work to increase access to education in holistic and expressive arts therapy ...
Combating climate change and its effects on our health
September 19, 2019 19:00 - 49 minutes - 68.3 MBThe Winnipeg Foundation recently held a Vital Conversation called Your Health: The Risks and Realities of Climate Change. In this episode, we'll bring you conversations with each of the panelists from the event. Foundation Feature (Environment and Animal Welfare): Keynote speaker Kim Perrotta from the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment joins us to talk about how climate change is affecting our physical and mental health Panelist Heather Mitchell from the Green...
Revitalizing the Cree and Ojibway languages
September 12, 2019 18:00 - 49 minutes - 68.2 MB3:09 - Foundation Feature (Literacy, Education and Employment): Empowering Indigenous Youth in Governance and Leadership's Language of Our Ancestors program provides an opportunity to learn the Cree and Ojibway languages in a supportive and fun environment 16:42 - The South Winnipeg Family Information Centre's Read Every Day in Any Way program works with health practitioners to promote childhood literacy 28:53 - This week's Winnipeg Impact Maker The Shameless Circle provides women who hav...
Giving back through gaming
September 06, 2019 21:00 - 38 minutes - 52.6 MBFoundation Feature (Community): Extra Life North holds a 24 hour game-a-thon to raise money for the Children's Hospital Foundation of Manitoba. Artist and designer Iris Lauzon discusses The Historical Progression of Ribbon Shirts, her visual display event for First Fridays this week. Learn about the process behind our Winnipeg Impact Maker segment. And producer Jeremy Morantz answers the seven Just BeCause questions leading up to Season 2 of the BeCause & Effect podcast. BeCause Radio i...
Helping kids learn and grow
August 30, 2019 21:00 - 48 minutes - 66.2 MB2:41 - Foundation Feature (Children, Youth and Families): We join a Winnipeg Foundation Summer Internship Program site visit at West Broadway Youth Outreach. 12:07 - The Bruce Oake Recovery Centre breaks ground and launches its capital campaign. 20:49 - Road Trip visits the Lac Du Bonnet District Museum in Lac Du Bonnet, Manitoba. 34:46 - This week's Winnipeg Impact Maker Jane Meagher talks about community support through 100 Women Who Care Winnipeg. BeCause Radio is produced by The Wi...
Road Trip: Lac Du Bonnet District Museum
August 29, 2019 18:00 - 13 minutes - 18.8 MBBeCause Radio learns about the history and artifacts at the Lac Du Bonnet District Museum on this week's Road Trip.
Road Trip: Carberry Plains Museum
August 22, 2019 18:00 - 11 minutes - 15.9 MBBeCause Radio learns about the history and artifacts at the Carberry Plains Museum on this week's Road Trip.
Promoting and preserving Manitoba's natural spaces
August 22, 2019 18:00 - 58 minutes - 79.8 MBFoundation Feature (Environment and Animal Welfare): Nature Manitoba promotes an appreciation of nature and the outdoors. Road Trip visits the Carberry Plains Museum in Carberry, Manitoba. This week’s Winnipeg Impact Maker Northern Prairie Paws teams up with Brickhouse Gym for a new awareness campaign. BeCause & Effect host Nolan Bicknell revisits highlights from the "Just BeCause" segment in Season 1. Subscribe for new episodes of BeCause & Effect in the fall. BeCause Radio is produced...
Road Trip: The Burrough of the Gleann Museum (Glenboro)
August 15, 2019 18:00 - 10 minutes - 14.7 MBBeCause Radio learns about the history and artifacts at The Burrough of the Gleann Museum on this week's Road Trip.
Providing and advocating for inclusive women's health services
August 15, 2019 18:00 - 50 minutes - 69.5 MB2:25 - Foundation Feature (Health, Wellness and Recreation): We learn more about The Winnipeg Foundation's Summer Internship Program during a site visit to the Women's Health Clinic Birth Centre. 15:52 - Manitoba Underground Opera launches its new season, Reflections of Ourselves. 28:19 - Road Trip visits the Burrough of the Gleann Museum in Glenboro, Manitoba. 39:09 - This week’s Winnipeg Impact Makers Organic Tan empower people in their own skin. BeCause Radio is produced by The Winni...
Making a positive difference for child abuse victims
August 08, 2019 18:00 - 45 minutes - 62.8 MB2:06 - Foundation Feature (Children, Youth and Families): Snowflake Place makes a positive difference for children and youth who are victims of abuse. 11:12 - Folklorama celebrates its 50th anniversary and we'll learn about the Egyptian Pavilion, the newest pavilion in this year's festival. 20:30 - Road Trip visits the Lundar Museum in Lundar, Manitoba. 28:46 - This week’s Winnipeg Impact Makers My Body Fitness and Nutrition, Rising Strong, and Tillie & True spread body positivity at the...
Road Trip: Lundar Museum
August 08, 2019 18:00 - 7 minutes - 10.8 MBBeCause Radio learns about the history and artifacts at the Lundar Museum on this week's Road Trip.
Engaging youth in the parliamentary process
August 01, 2019 18:00 - 46 minutes - 64 MB2:28 - Foundation Feature (Community): Youth Parliament of Manitoba builds skills and engages young Manitobans in the political process. 14:20 - Road Trip visits the Treherne Museum in Treherne, Manitoba. 23:41 - This week’s Winnipeg Impact Maker, 204 Neighbourhood Watch, works toward a safer community for all. 34:01 - Learn about some of the interesting things to do in Winnipeg this summer from A Winnipeg Slice. BeCause Radio is produced by The Winnipeg Foundation in partnership with 9...
Road Trip: Treherne Museum
August 01, 2019 18:00 - 9 minutes - 12.5 MBBeCause Radio learns about the history and artifacts at the Treherne Museum on this week's Road Trip.
Road Trip: New Iceland Heritage Museum (Gimli)
July 25, 2019 18:00 - 13 minutes - 12.5 MBBeCause Radio learns about the history and artifacts at the New Iceland Heritage Museum on this week's Road Trip.
Supporting social enterprises
July 25, 2019 18:00 - 45 minutes - 62.8 MB2:45 - Foundation Feature (Literacy, Education and Employment): Local Investment Toward Employment (LITE) teams up with social enterprises and local makers to create a seasonal box full of practical items for the summer. 13:24 - Road Trip visits the New Iceland Heritage Museum in Gimli, Manitoba. 23:14 - This week’s Winnipeg Impact Maker, Amy Tung, gives back to the community through the I Am Love Project. 33:52 - Because & Effect host Nolan Bicknell asks Robert the seven "Just BeCause" ...
Supporting independent theatre and bringing Manitoba’s history to life
July 18, 2019 18:00 - 51 minutes - 70.7 MB3:40 - Foundation Feature (Arts, Culture and Heritage): Learn about the important contributions volunteers make to the Winnipeg Fringe Festival. 11:44 - In Riel’s Footsteps at Le Musée de Saint-Boniface Museum brings Manitoba’s history to life on an interactive tour. 18:03 - Road Trip visits the Prairie View Elevator Museum in Plum Coulee, Manitoba. 28:04 - This week’s Winnipeg Impact Maker, SFC Pizzeria, feeds those in need through their Pay it Forward program. 36:24 - Highlights from ...
Road Trip: Prairie View Elevator Museum (Plum Coulee)
July 18, 2019 18:00 - 9 minutes - 9.01 MBBeCause Radio learns about the history and artifacts at the Prairie View Elevator Museum on this week's Road Trip.
Helping families reunite
July 12, 2019 21:15 - 48 minutes - 66.9 MB2:20 - Foundation Feature (Children, Youth and Families): Sandy-Saulteaux Spiritual Centre is providing culturally-oriented, land-based retreats for Indigenous parents working to reunite with their children. 13:24 - Road Trip visits the Manitoba Baseball Hall of Fame in Morden, Manitoba. 23:14 - This week’s Winnipeg Impact Maker, We Heart Winnipeg, promotes local. 33:52 - Highlights from this week's Because & Effect podcast featuring Mark Chipman, Chairman of True North Sports and Entert...
Road Trip: Manitoba Baseball Hall of Fame Museum (Morden)
July 11, 2019 18:00 - 9 minutes - 8.91 MBBeCause Radio learns about the history and artifacts at the Manitoba Baseball Hall of Fame Museum on this week's Road Trip.
Promoting water safety and empowering girls through sport
July 04, 2019 19:20 - 51 minutes - 71.4 MB2:38 - Foundation Feature (Health, Wellness and Recreation): The Lifesaving Society of Manitoba shares how you can enjoy a safe and fun summer on or near the water. 13:37 - Motionball builds community, encourages teamwork, and raises funds in support of Special Olympics Manitoba through its Marathon of Sport event. 22:09 - Road Trip visits the Winkler Heritage Museum in Winkler, Manitoba. 30:40 - This week’s Winnipeg Impact Maker, FIT Communications is helping to empower girls through sp...
Road Trip: Winkler Heritage Museum
July 04, 2019 18:00 - 8 minutes - 7.64 MBBeCause Radio learns about the history and artifacts at the Winkler Heritage Museum on this week's Road Trip.
Road Trip: Manitoba Basketball Hall of Fame Museum
June 27, 2019 18:00 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBBeCause Radio learns about the history and artifacts at the Manitoba Basketball Hall of Fame Museum on this week's Road Trip.
Connecting communities and celebrating 20 years of YiP
June 27, 2019 18:00 - 49 minutes - 67.4 MB2:26 - Foundation Feature (Community): The Saint Boniface Belvédère officially opens, creating an enjoyable experience while connecting communities. 9:52 - Youth in Philanthropy participants pitch for a good cause during the YiP 20th Anniversary Pitch Party 16:25 - Road Trip visits the Manitoba Basketball Hall of Fame and Museum. 29:09 - Youth take part in the democratic process through CIVIX Student Vote. 37:25 - Highlights from this week's Because & Effect podcast featuring Cate Fries...
Road Trip: Oseredok Ukrainian Cultural and Educational Centre
June 20, 2019 18:00 - 7 minutes - 6.88 MBBeCause Radio learns about the history and artifacts at Oseredok Ukrainian Cultural and Educational Centre on this week's Road Trip.
History, truth, and reconciliation through art
June 20, 2019 18:00 - 39 minutes - 54.8 MB1:54 - Foundation Feature (Arts, Culture and Heritage): Mentoring Artists for Women's Art (MAWA) is developing educational resources on the history of Indigenous women in Canada told through contemporary Indigenous women’s art, as well as an education guide showcasing art by Indigenous women artists. 11:25 - Road Trip visits Oseredok, the Ukrainian Cultural and Educational Centre. 19:05 - Winnipeg Impact Makers Midtown Barbell deadlifts for The Dream Factory. 29:04 - Highlights from thi...
Preserving and protecting the health of Lake Winnipeg
June 13, 2019 18:00 - 49 minutes - 68.3 MB1:55 - Foundation Feature (Environment and Animal Welfare): The Lake Winnipeg Indigenous Collective works collaboratively to preserve and protect the health of Lake Winnipeg. 8:53 - The Urban Retreats Garden Tour, Tea and Craft Sale showcases beautiful gardens in support of St. Matthews-Maryland Community Ministry. 17:01 - Road Trip visits the St. Boniface Museum. 30:55 - Winnipeg Impact Maker Junel Malapad is running to trash stigma on Garbage Hill. 39:05 - Highlights from this week's ...
Road Trip: Le Musée de Saint-Boniface Museum
June 13, 2019 18:00 - 13 minutes - 12.5 MBBeCause Radio learns about the history and artifacts at Le Musée de Saint-Boniface Museum on this week's Road Trip.
Road Trip: Transcona Museum
June 07, 2019 18:00 - 10 minutes - 14.8 MBBeCause Radio learns about the history and artifacts at the Transcona Museum on this week's Road Trip.
Inspiring and creating learning opportunities for students
June 06, 2019 18:00 - 45 minutes - 62.2 MB2:48 - Foundation Feature (Literacy, Education and Employment): The Blue Thunderbird Land-based Teachings Learning Centre at Seven Oaks School Division will inspire and create learning opportunities for students. 9:15 - Road Trip visits the Transcona Museum. 17:55 - Winnipeg Impact Maker: Travis Veilleux shares his experience with Pay it Forward Winnipeg. 27:55 - Highlights from this week's Because & Effect podcast featuring Bruce MacDonald, President and CEO of Imagine Canada. Listen to...
Supporting a community of learners
May 30, 2019 18:00 - 39 minutes - 54.3 MB2:15 - Foundation Feature (Literacy, Education and Employment): Westgrove Learning Centre builds community while helping adult learners improve skills and further their education. 9:15 - Dakota Ojibway Child and Family Services works with families in the best interest of children, families and communities. 17:55 - Winnipeg Impact Maker: Ryan DeLong, a Winnipeg Jets fan who launched Pay it Forward Winnipeg. 27:55 - Highlights from this week's Because & Effect podcast featuring Sister Le...
Helping seniors stay active and connected; Spinning to support mental health
May 23, 2019 18:00 - 42 minutes - 58.6 MB2:59 - Foundation Feature (Health, Wellness and Recreation): Good Neighbours Active Living Centre helps Winnipeggers 55+ stay active and connected. 14:09 - New installations by three Indigenous artists at The Forks pay homage to Manitoba’s past and recognize the role truth and reconciliation plays in our journey forward. 23:53 - Winnipeg Impact Maker: Spin Me Baby One More Time pedals for the Canadian Mental Health Association. 33:15 - Highlights from this week's Because & Effect podcast...
Building bridges between Indigenous and newcomer communities
May 16, 2019 18:00 - 37 minutes - 52.2 MB2:27 - Foundation Feature (Children, Youth and Families): Immigration Partnership Winnipeg is developing resources to build bridges between newcomer and Indigenous communities in Winnipeg. 13:17 - Doors Open Winnipeg, which takes place May 25-26 this year, celebrates Winnipeg’s architecture and history. 22:41 - Winnipeg Impact Maker: Gracie Humaita Winnipeg teaches Women Empowered self-defense for Bravestone Centre. 28:35 - Highlights from this week's Because & Effect podcast featuring ...
Celebrating Indigenous music and Youth in Philanthropy
May 09, 2019 18:00 - 42 minutes - 58.4 MB2:56 - Next week's Manito Ahbee Festival celebrates Indigenous arts, culture and heritage, and we'll learn more about two events highlighting and promoting Indigenous music as part of the festival: the Indigenous Music Awards taking place on May 17, as well as the Indigenous Music Conference taking place May 16 and 17. 13:02 - Foundation Feature (Community): Participants and grant recipient organizations celebrate another year of giving through The Foundation's Youth in Philanthropy initia...
Keeping plastic bags out of landfills; Helping polar bears thrive
May 02, 2019 18:00 - 40 minutes - 55.7 MB2:57 - Learn about how Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre is strengthening families and promoting truth and reconciliation in the community. 13:00 - The Women of Note Choir celebrate 25 years with their "Still I Rise" concert on May 4 and 5 at Manitoba Hydro Place. 21:15 - Winnipeg Impact Makers: University of Winnipeg PACE Public Relations and Marketing students are helping keep plastic bags out of landfills with the "Bag it Forward" initiative. 28:48 - Foundation Feature (Environment and Anim...
Commemorating the 1919 Strike; Revitalizing Indigenous languages
April 25, 2019 18:00 - 46 minutes - 64.5 MB2:48 - Foundation Feature (Arts, Culture and Heritage): Filmmaker and artist Noam Gonick discusses his streetcar art installation commemorating the 1919 Winnipeg General Strike. He'll be speaking at PechaKucha Night 20x20 on 1919 on May 2. 13:40 - Learn about Urban Shaman's Sacred Sounds initiative and how it is revitalizing Indigenous languages. 24:05 - Winnipeg Impact Maker: Brooke Van Ryssel of My Body Fitness and Nutrition shares her thoughts on body positivity. 34:08 - The Because &...