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3 weeks ago | 
winnipegsun.com | Renee Lilley |Renée Lilley
Author of the article:pdtechintegration automation accountRenee LilleyPublished Jun 07, 2025 • 2 minute read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Article contentThe City of Portage la Prairie raised the Pride flag Friday afternoon in front of City Hall, kicking off Pride Month with a strong message of inclusivity and support for the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
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3 weeks ago | 
winnipegsun.com | Renee Lilley |Renée Lilley
Author of the article:pdtechintegration automation accountRenee LilleyPublished Jun 07, 2025 • 2 minute read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Article contentA canoe filled with flowers and Métis spirit now stands proudly on the west end of Portage la Prairie, marking the latest addition to the Holiday Avenue Project’s (HAP) community beautification initiative.
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3 weeks ago | 
thegraphicleader.com | Renee Lilley |Renée Lilley
• • Article contentThe City of Portage la Prairie raised the Pride flag Friday afternoon in front of City Hall, kicking off Pride Month with a strong message of inclusivity and support for the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Advertisement 2Article contentMayor Sharilyn Knox said the flag is more than just a symbol — it represents a message of acceptance, safety, and belonging. “This flag is a message that everyone deserves to feel safe, seen, and celebrated for who they are,” Knox said during the ceremony.
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3 weeks ago | 
thegraphicleader.com | Renee Lilley |Renée Lilley
Advertisement 1 • • Article contentA canoe filled with flowers and Métis spirit now stands proudly on the west end of Portage la Prairie, marking the latest addition to the Holiday Avenue Project’s (HAP) community beautification initiative. Advertisement 2Article contentThe project is a collaboration between HAP and the Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF) Portage South West Local, combining art, heritage, and community pride.
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3 weeks ago | 
thespec.com | Renee Lilley |Renée Lilley
A new local beautification initiative is set to launch this summer, aiming to recognize outstanding yards and green spaces in both Portage la Prairie and Southport as part of this year’s Communities in Bloom efforts. Cathie McFarlane, a board member with Communities in Bloom Manitoba, said the idea for the contest came after learning the joint Portage and Southport application was not eligible for a national Miracle-Gro competition.
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3 weeks ago | 
thespec.com | Renee Lilley |Renée Lilley
As wildfire evacuees continue to arrive in Portage la Prairie, city officials are calling on the community to donate essential supplies to help support displaced individuals and families. In a message shared on social media, Mayor Sharilyn Knox encouraged residents to show compassion and care by donating new, unopened items to assist evacuees who are temporarily sheltering in the city.
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3 weeks ago | 
thegraphicleader.com | Renee Lilley |Renée Lilley
Advertisement 1 • • Article contentAs wildfire evacuees continue to arrive in Portage la Prairie, city officials are calling on the community to donate essential supplies to help support displaced individuals and families. Advertisement 2Article contentIn a message shared on social media, Mayor Sharilyn Knox encouraged residents to show compassion and care by donating new, unopened items to assist evacuees who are temporarily sheltering in the city.
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3 weeks ago | 
thegraphicleader.com | Renee Lilley |Renée Lilley
Advertisement 1 • • Article contentA newly formed community group is making its mark in Portage la Prairie with a mission to give back. On Saturday morning, members of the Association of Nigerians in Portage gathered near the Co-op Homestead grocery store for a community cleanup initiative — one of several events aimed at building bridges and giving back to the city they now call home.
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3 weeks ago | 
thegraphicleader.com | Renee Lilley |Renée Lilley
Advertisement 1 • • Article contentWhat was once just a garbage dump has been transformed into a major new attraction for outdoor enthusiasts and families in the Portage la Prairie region. Advertisement 2Article contentLocal leaders, residents, and visitors gathered recently to celebrate the grand opening of the Junkyard Dogs Activity Park, a long-anticipated project that turns a former landfill into a vibrant and inclusive recreational space.
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4 weeks ago | 
winnipegsun.com | Renee Lilley |Renée Lilley
Author of the article:pdtechintegration automation accountRenee LilleyPublished May 31, 2025 • 3 minute read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Article contentKnown for blending raw honesty with dark humour and fatherly relatability, Winnipegger and Red River Métis comedian Nelson Mayer is set to perform at Mr. Mike’s Steakhouse on Sunday, June 8. Article contentRecommended VideosWe apologize, but this video has failed to load.
