Chippy making one of his regular visits. He'll often scamper right up to our feet while we're working, have a look around and wait to see if anyone has brought out the peanuts. He's getting pretty good at this routine.
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Chippy the Chipmunk

Our little chipmunk neighbour has made himself at home around the Living Lab. We always keep a few peanuts handy.
By Arts Incubator Winnipeg 10 Nov 2026
It’s wild how normal it’s become to have nowhere to go that doesn’t cost money or require a plan. Previous generations had diners, rec centers, church basements, parks that actually felt used. A lot of us are trying to build adult friendships in a landscape that actively makes accidental connection harder. The research keeps showing the same pattern: fewer third places, more time alone, higher loneliness. This one isn’t on individuals for “not trying hard enough.”
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IRL: We’re Running Out of Places to Just Exist

Third places are disappearing. Here’s why that matters more than we admit for loneliness and belonging.
By Leaf Richards 10 Nov 2026
Lexi painted some moose jaws and bones earlier. We love the skull themed palette she's using!
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Skulls and Bones!

We're getting spooky and creative this Halloween season.
By Arts Incubator Winnipeg 30 Oct 2026
The lake is still open, but soon enough we'll be travelling across the ice. Winter is just around the corner!
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Winter Is Coming

A wonderful week back in Baker Lake, sharing traditional stories and songs.
By Eva Suluk 30 Oct 2026