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In one year, two women have created an impressive endeavour. From cultural dance, music, animation, ventriloquism, and other artistic pursuits, Ana and Alexandra share their Peruvian culture with Winnipeg through Inka Warriors.

З новою хвилею імміграції українців у Канаду, до Вінніпегу прибуло багато б’юті майстрів, які хочуть продовжити шлях в цій сфері у новій країні. Проте, перехід до канадської б’юті індустрії - це великий крок, що вимагає від майстрів не тільки вміння, а й адаптації до нового середовища. Як отримати ліцензію? Наскільки ця індустрія розвинена в Канаді? Де шукати клієнтів? Які є можливості працевлашту...

Pride Month has arrived, but Winnipeg isn't the only place celebrating the occasion. There are so many events across the province, bringing the 2SLGBTQIA+ community together in dozens of towns and cities. Pembina Valley Pride kicks off this weekend, June 8, in Altona. But Pride is just one of many activities or learning opportunities one can participate in.

With the challenges we witness, it's a fulfilling experience to see community and people coming together. Folktoria is one such event that celebrates diversity and culture within Victoria, B.C. What can people look forward to at the celebration on June 1-2? How do folk dance and music unite the community, and what is Morris dancing? Let's find out on this episode of U Talk.

Asian Heritage Month is underway, and what better way to celebrate culture than over tasty food? Hosted by Foodtrip Market and with the Asian Heritage Society of Manitoba, Taste of Asia on May 25-26 will be a delicious time. 🍜🍲🍛 What can we expect, why is Asian Heritage Month important, and what is the role of the Asian Heritage Society of Manitoba? We explore these questions on this episode of...

Pride Month is on the way, and events hosted by Pride Winnipeg and other organizations aren't only a celebration of the vibrancy of the human experience; they're a chance to educate. With recent policies across the country hurting the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, particularly those who identify as trans, education is more important than ever.  https://pridewinnipeg.com/

The Filipino community is one of the fastest-growing diasporas in Manitoba, with over 100 thousand individuals living in the province. With this growing population, Manitoba now recognizes June as Filipino Heritage Month. There's so much happening, and we have Perla Javate from the Philippine Heritage Council to share everything Filipino here in Manitoba. 

You never know where life will take you. Opportunities can come at any moment, and even if they take you out of your comfort zone, they could be life-changing. That's what Shanley Spence has done: taking chances and exploring possibilities. 

There are dozens, hundreds even, of organizations that support newcomers arriving in Canada. There's a lot of information one needs when starting a life in a new country. However, we can also learn a lot from immigrants and newcomers and new ideas and perspectives we may never have thought of before.  That's an essential component of the Islamic Social Services Association, providing socia...

Winnipeg has a growing African community, with many creating various organizations to represent the vast number of countries within the continent. Pan African Legacy unites the cultures of 14 countries from Southern Africa. Although those countries have many differences, they also share some similarities, and Pan African Legacy is looking to celebrate those differences and similarities while engag...

Art is meant for everyone, and one event in Winnipeg is opening the doors for experiencing it. First Fridays in the Exchange invites Winnipeggers and newcomers alike to experience art through galleries, museums, showcases, discussions, and performances. It takes place on the first Friday of each month in Winnipeg's Exchange District. 

An exciting event is kicking off Asian Heritage Month, celebrating Asian representation in the film industry. Coming May 2-5 in Calgary and May 24-26 in Winnipeg, the FascinAsian Film Festival is an opportunity to view both local and international films of Asian stories.

Things are difficult right now. Whether it's access to health care, affordable housing, green and walkable spaces, or easily accessible places for groceries, many communities are struggling. For the Elmwood area, Chalmers Neighbourhood Renewal Corporation is working to support in whatever way they can. However, one organization can't do everything, and it's going to take a consistent e...

Connections are vital to the human experience. Whether connecting on a personal level or for business, communicating effectively and understanding someone's perspective can be the difference between success and failure.  Through her time as a business consultant, the host of a radio morning show, and hosting events, Keisha Paul has figured out how to find the story behind a situation, utilizin...

Achieving our goals and dreams can sometimes feel overwhelming. For immigrants to a new country, barriers can make goals continue to feel further away. However, there are steps we can all take to actualize our visions, and Jennifer Beitz helps people set goals to achieve them.  From fitness to reflection and overcoming the limitations we put on ourselves are just some of the discussions on this ep...

Music is all around us. It's in the trees, the air, and the water, and all it takes is the desire to listen for it. Norine Braun does just that. She listens to nature and applies it to her music, combining narrative and experiential works to create something unique and beautiful.  After her mother's passing, Norine created  Ascending Lullaby,  a song exploring the transition from one life...

Everyone experiences mental health challenges. However, different communities and demographics experience it at varying rates. Early studies indicate there is evidence that women experience mental illness at higher rates than men. Rita Chahal of the Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba joins U Radio to talk about the mental health continuum, mental health and women, and resources available to Ma...

It can be discouraging when the winter snows melt, and we're left with muddy, garbage-filled streets. Take Pride Winnipeg is inspiring communities across the city to make a difference in not only cleaning up litter, debris, and graffiti but also changing habits and encouraging individuals to care about how their communities look.

North America is a boundless and beautiful land full of rich biomes and diverse peoples. There's so much to explore, from the frigid tundra of the Arctic north to the deserts of Nevada and the fathomless waters of the Great Lakes. Alisa and Dawna Hales-Massé discover the wonders of l'Amérique du Nord on Radio des Petits Hiboux.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was in Winnipeg this past Thursday. He has been touring the country, revealing housing investments ahead of the budget, which will be released on Tuesday, April 16, 2024. Part of the announcement included setting aside an additional $15 billion for the Apartment Construction Loan Program. U Multicultural spoke to the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infras...

Individuals' road toward their Permanent Residence status has taken a detour, according to an immigration consultant. Manitoba has made significant changes to its Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP), and Gerard Haggett believes it will negatively impact immigration to the province.

From capybaras to ancient Mayan temples, Alisa and Dawna Hales-Massé explore the vast lands of South America on Radio des Petits Hiboux! Learn more about the world and French along the way on Radio des Petits Hiboux, a French educational program for all ages.

When you hear the word Arab, what sort of person appears in your mind? "Arab Women Say What?!" a new documentary produced by the National Film Board of Canada, challenges our preconceptions of the Arabic community, a community that encompasses numerous cultures and countries. Directed by Nisreen Baker, the film follows 8 Arab women as they explore conversations about feminism, community,...

Канада славиться своєю сприятливою бізнесовою атмосферою, яка робить процес відкриття та розвитку бізнесу швидким і простим. Держава активно підтримує малі та середні підприємства, що стимулює нових іммігрантів, зокрема українців, розпочати власну справу в Канаді. Багато з них мають досвід підприємницької діяльності в Україні і рішуче налаштовані повторити свій успіх у новій країні. Однак, ключови...

From Romania to Italy and now Winnipeg, Robert Andreas' life has been a journey. Music has always been a part of that journey, from listening to Blues music on the radio in a language he did not speak to finding a guitar in the garbage and learning to play it.🎸 Robert talks about life, love, passion, and, of course, music and a special performance of "I Hope You'll Be There Some Day....