Happy Thanksgiving, Winnipeg!

Whether you’re hosting, visiting, or just here for the leftovers, we’re thankful you start your day with us. Here’s what’s happening around the city.

In today’s edition:

— Jas Singh

Thanksgiving is for long dinners and spending time with the people we love. But somewhere between the turkey and the pie, someone always realizes we’re out of something.

So whether you’re making a last-minute grocery run or heading out for some fall fun with the family, it's worth checking what's open before making the drive.

🛍️ Shopping Centres

🛒 Groceries & Shopping

🚌 City Services

🍁 Family Fun & Attractions

Some stores may have different holiday hours, so it's always worth checking ahead.

No matter how you’re spending the day, we hope there’s some good food, a little laughter, and time with the people who matter most.

And if someone’s about to get sent out for a few last-minute ingredients, send this to them first!

If you’ve tried to buy a home here in the last few years, you know how it went.

You found the one. A 15-minute showing, an offer that same night, over asking, no inspection. And you still lost it.

Or you’re hunting for your first home, and everything you like is gone before you can see it.

So when someone at Thanksgiving dinner asks if you’re still looking, you change the subject.

This year, you might have a better answer.

Some homes still get multiple offers, but the market’s leaning your way for the first time in a while, and it should stay that way into winter.

Royal LePage Prime can help you make the most of it. With close to 200 local agents, each with their own neighbourhoods and experience, you can pick the one who fits you, whether it’s your first home or your forever one.

So when someone asks at dinner, you can finally say yes.

And if you have the budget, or just love a good look around, we just shared some of the most stunning homes for sale in Winnipeg this fall. Think heated garages, wine fridges and backyards the size of a park.

You know how some places are perfect for a quick coffee, while others are where you go for cocktails, good food and a night out with friends?

Well, Sierra Café and Lounge on Osborne is bringing both under one roof.

During the day, you can stop in for an espresso and a breakfast sandwich. But come evening, the café turns into a lounge with craft cocktails, shareable plates and a supper club feel.

If you’re looking for something unique, the menu’s got a few special things you won’t find at your usual coffee shop, starting with a raw bar prepared by their own Japanese chef.

There’s no shortage of drinks either. A couple of standouts are the Banana Espresso Martini, topped with banana cold foam, and the Oaxaca Choco-late, made with tequila, mezcal and crème de cacao.

So whether you’re meeting someone for a slow Sunday breakfast or catching up with friends over cocktails, Sierra has you covered. Come for the coffee one morning, and you might find yourself back that Friday night for drinks.

📍 160 Osborne St, Unit B
🕒 Open Tuesday to Sunday

Click here: To see the menu, take a look inside and book your table!

There's a new little face at Assiniboine Park Zoo, and Winnipeggers have until tomorrow to help choose his name.

The orphaned polar bear cub arrived from Churchill in August after losing his mother. He's spent the past few weeks getting comfortable with his caregivers, and he's finally ready for visitors.

Now comes the fun part. Students from Churchill helped pick four names that honour his northern home, and the final choice is up to us in an online vote.

Voting closes tomorrow, Tuesday, October 13th, at 11:59 PM, so don't miss your chance to help name this little guy.

Click here: To vote for your favourite name before the deadline!

P.S. Share this with your family and friends so they can pick their favourite too!

Since 1984, Yellowquill University College has been teaching students at its home on Madison Street and in several First Nations communities. This month, it reached a milestone it’s been working toward for decades.

Yellowquill has always been run by First Nations, but Manitoba didn’t have a law that covered a school run that way. That meant it wasn’t officially recognized, which held it back from granting degrees and offering students more.

That changed on Oct. 1. A new provincial law made Yellowquill the first school owned and run by First Nations in Manitoba with full power to grant degrees.

And it can do all of that without giving up the culture-based learning at the heart of the school. It’s also open to everyone, including First Nations, Inuit, Métis and non-Indigenous students.

It’s a big step for Yellowquill, and an even bigger one for the students who come next.

Click here: To learn more about Yellowquill and this important milestone!

If you’re hosting tonight, you’ve probably thought about everything: who’s bringing what, where everyone’s sitting, and whether there’s enough pie.

Here’s one more thing worth adding to the list: how everyone’s getting home.

Winnipeg Police are reminding everyone to plan their ride before the celebrating starts. If drinks are part of dinner, make sure there’s a designated driver, a cab on the way, or a couch ready for anyone who needs it.

A good host makes sure everyone leaves full and happy. A great one makes sure they get home safe too.

PS: Checkstops will be out around the city tonight to help keep everyone safe.

This section includes only the major events happening soon. For a complete list of all events, you'll have to wait for future editions!

Events marked with ($) require a ticket in advance. Please search them up before going.

Thanks for reading The Winnipeg Digest! Let’s chat again on Wednesday!