Judge Gregory Lenehans comment that clearly a drunk can consent made during his decision in the February sexual assault trial of Bassam Al-Rawi is evidence that Canadas consent laws are failing sexual assault survivors.

This holiday season, skipping the crowded big box malls to shop locally can lead to an abundance of both short-term and long-term benefits, including bolstering the local economy and finding meaningful, Winnipeg-centric gifts, says Sam MacKinnon.

If you live in Canada and youve reported a sexual assault, your odds of receiving justice through our court system are a staggering less than half a percent, and a recent court case attests to this.

In the wake of the Orlando tragedy, its time to thoughtfully reconsider how straight allies of the Winnipeg queer community can create change and foster acceptance within our community.

Over the past couple weeks, I set out on a mission to find sober-friendly establishments in Winnipeg. While none listed craft mocktails on the menu, some outshone the others in terms of bartender creativity and openness to a sober guest.

As someone who has spent a number of years working in the restaurant industry, both in the front and back of house, I understand the need for the two-hour time limit that recently put popular downtown Winnipeg restaurant Hermanos in the news: Time limits keep restaurants running.

Youre depressed? Go for a walk. Thats the common response to individuals with a mental illness seeking help.