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The Zine Scene: Why Young Creatives Are All In! In the digital age, zines are making a remarkable return, offering tactile creativity and raw expression that digital media just can't replicate. Handmade and heartfelt, these mini-publications are capturing the spirit of self-expression and community connection anew.

In the digital age, zines are making a remarkable return, offering tactile creativity and raw expression that digital media just can't replicate. Handmade and heartfelt, these mini-publications are capturing the spirit of self-expression and community connection anew.

The Zine Scene: Why Young Creatives Are All In!

Art Borups Corners March 2, 2025

Discovering the zine scene can be like stumbling upon a secret clubhouse. Zines, those handmade, often self-published...

ᐋᔩᖃᑎᒌᓐᓂᖅ – Aajiiqatigiinniq Explore Pijitsirniq, an Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit value of service and community care. Discover how this principle strengthens arts communities and supports artists' well-being. Image: Tony Eetak

Explore Pijitsirniq, an Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit value of service and community care. Discover how this principle strengthens arts communities and supports artists' well-being. Image: Tony Eetak

ᐋᔩᖃᑎᒌᓐᓂᖅ – Aajiiqatigiinniq

Tony Eetak March 2, 2025

Learn about Pijitsirniq, an Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit traditional value of service and community care. Discover how this principle...

Exploring Art Beyond Galleries: Exciting Outdoor Projects carvings-along-the-river-in-Winnipeg

Exploring Art Beyond Galleries: Exciting Outdoor Projects

Art Borups Corners March 2, 2025

Exploring art doesn't always demand a trip inside the walls of a gallery. Many of us witness...

Sweet and Rustic Manitoba Chocolate Chip Bannock

Indulge in the warm, golden perfection of traditional Canadian bannock, made even more irresistible with gooey chocolate chips and bursts of fresh berries. This simple, rustic bread comes together in minutes—just mix flour, baking powder, a touch of sugar, and water, then fold in the sweet additions before frying or baking to crispy, fluffy perfection. Serve it warm with a drizzle of maple syrup or a dusting of powdered sugar for the ultimate cozy treat!

Sweet and Rustic Manitoba Chocolate Chip Bannock

Tony Eetak March 2, 2025

Our featured dish is a mouthwatering twist on traditional Canadian bannock, infused with melted chocolate chips and...

ᐱᓕᒻᒪᒃᓴᕐᓂᖅ – Pilimmaksarniq Pilimmaksarniq: Like learning piano, it's a journey of practice, patience, and beautiful growth.

ᐱᓕᒻᒪᒃᓴᕐᓂᖅ – Pilimmaksarniq

Tony Eetak March 2, 2025

Pilimmaksarniq is an Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit (traditional knowledge) value emphasizing skill development through observation, mentoring, practice, and effort....

Youth, Artists create Audio Visualizers with OpenAI GPT-4 Turbo We learned how to use audio visualizers using GPT 4 Turbo (GPT 4.5) and Javascript. It was lots of fun!

We learned how to use audio visualizers using GPT 4 Turbo (GPT 4.5) and Javascript. It was lots of fun!

Youth, Artists create Audio Visualizers with OpenAI GPT-4 Turbo

Tony Eetak March 1, 2025

Learn about audio-reactive art with AI tools where music transforms into visual spectacles, capturing the essence of...

Local Services Board of Melgund News local-services-board-melgund-february-update

Local Services Board of Melgund News

Terri Bell March 1, 2025

The Local Services Board (LSB) of Melgund held its monthly meeting on February 24th, 2025, bringing forth...

ᐱᔨᑦᓯᕐᓂᖅ – Pijitsirniq Qaumajuq reminds us that art and culture thrive in spaces where everyone feels welcome. Let's carry that spirit of inclusion with us, wherever we go.

Qaumajuq reminds us that art and culture thrive in spaces where everyone feels welcome. Let's carry that spirit of inclusion with us, wherever we go.

ᐱᔨᑦᓯᕐᓂᖅ – Pijitsirniq

Tony Eetak February 28, 2025

Explore Pijitsirniq, an Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit value of service and community care. Learn how this principle strengthens arts...

Manitoba Harvest Grain Muffins Packed with local grains and honey, these Manitoba harvest muffins are a hearty addition to any morning. Try this Made-in-Manitoba recipe today!

Packed with local grains and honey, these Manitoba harvest muffins are a hearty addition to any morning. Try this Made-in-Manitoba recipe today!

Manitoba Harvest Grain Muffins

Tony Eetak February 28, 2025

Wholesome Manitoba harvest grain muffins made with flax, sunflower seeds, and oats—nutritious and delicious.

Vibe Coding: Arts and the Algorithm Jamie Bell and Tony Eetak, Manitoba-based Indigenous artists, demonstrate their groundbreaking prototype virtual gallery powered by GPT-4 Turbo, less than 24 hours after the model's global release. Developed through OpenAI's prestigious Researcher Access Program, the prototype leverages advanced generative AI and interactive avatars.