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Sri Lankan New Year ceremony
The darker side of air travel
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The Little Red Barn sanctuary
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In appreciation of mothers
Myrna Driedger
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ow surprising to find this amazing Animal Sanctuary right in our back yard in Charleswood. I was delighted to be able to visit this sanctuary recently and was surprised to learn just how many farm animals are rescued when they are no longer considered profitable or worth having. Thanks to Jessica Walker, a young student, this little red barn micro sanctuary was founded on the beliefs and values that farm animals are “ someone”, not “something”. It is home to a variety of rescued animals who were otherwise destined for slaughter. Their primary focus is teaching compassion and empathy through knowl-
Join us for Mother’s Day Brunch at the International Peace Garden.
Tim Chapman A visit to the Little Red Barn sanctuary. edge and personal interactions. Founded in 2019, then opened to the public in 2020, The Little Red Barn is home to dozens (hundreds at times) of farm animals and they
have rescued over 10,000 animals in just a few years. While visiting the sanctuary, it is notable that horses, cows, pigs, and u 4 ‘Little Red Barn’
Human rights activist honoured for lifetime of achievements Myron Love
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he legal partnership of Yude Henteleff, Harold Buchwald and Israel Asper has arguably contributed more to the betterment of society than any other trio of lawyers in our city’s history. I knew all three, although I had many more interactions with Harold and Yude than I had with Izzy. I can’t remember how long I have known Yude, the only one of
Yude Henteleff. the trio who is still with us, but we undoubtedly go back 30 or 40 years. It was a pleasure to get together with him recently and find him still in good form as he nears
his 95th birthday. Yude has been much honoured for his contributions to not just our own community but also to people around the world. His range of interests and impacts have encompassed education, heritage, healthcare, human rights and arts and entertainment. Among his more notable honours have been Human Rights Commitment Award of Manitoba in 2008, an honorary Doctor of Law from the University of Manitoba u 6 ‘Yude Henteleff’
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s a newer parent with 2-year-old twins, I’m often thinking about the remarkable work and dedication of mothers. Living so far from my childhood home in Virginia, I don’t have as many opportunities to thank and hug the mothers in my immediate family. Fortunately, the kick-off to the International Peace Garden season provides a great chance for many in Manitoba and North Dakota to honou r incredible women with the start of spring. A scrumptious lunch and a free plant for every mom awaits as the grounds come back to life on Mother’s Day. One day, one meal, one gift – obviously, not enough to express the gratitude many of us feel. It’s just one way and a special tradition at the Peace Garden. If you can’t make it, don’t forget to share your gratitude in the best way that suits your family. Mother’s Day is a unique experience for everyone. Our lives have been impacted by our own mothers and mother figures. My mind first goes to my own mom. My mother, Janet Chapman, gave birth to me and my 13 siblings. Her journey becomes more u 12 ‘Manitoba sports’