Ever wonder who decides which grasses grow alongside the ponds? Qualico Communities has partnered with Native Plant Solutions to ensure that residents of Oak Bluff West get to enjoy the natural beauty of Manitoba’s wetlands, while raising the bar for environmentally responsible developments.

With Halloween just a couple weeks away it’s time to get in the spooky mindset with activities around Winnipeg. There are a number of activities for those who love to be scared silly or for those who don’t want to be scared at all.

Pickle-ball is a racquet sport that seemingly combines a badminton court with tennis rules and ping pong paddles. The biggest difference is the no-volley zone in front of the net. Two or four players use their paddles to hit a perforated “wiffle ball” back and forth. The game has grown in recent years and is now played in the United States, Canada, India and Spain.

In Manitoba we have snow for almost half the year. The best thing you can do is take advantage of the weather and have some fun.

Creating a routine always feels easier in the fall, making it the perfect time of year to learn a new skill or get active in the community. The Macdonald-Headingley Recreation District has a number of programs for kids, new parents, adults and seniors starting this month.