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Rustic Splendour, High Style
Features, Summer 2026 Jeff Hollyoake Features, Summer 2026 Jeff Hollyoake

Rustic Splendour, High Style

With its abundance of natural materials, organic forms and breathtaking views, this cozy and welcoming family cottage can be admired simply for its sheer beauty and craftsmanship. Look closer, however, and you’ll see that functionality abounds here in equal measure.

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WINNIPEG…Get Ready to Rumble
Features, Summer 2026 Jeff Hollyoake Features, Summer 2026 Jeff Hollyoake

WINNIPEG…Get Ready to Rumble

This September 19, United Boxing Club and M Builds will present the 11th installment of The Melee Gala at the Club Regent Entertainment Centre. This year’s card features a matchup between the Canadian and United States National Boxing Teams, with seven international bouts set. 

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The Banks Condominiums
Home & Design, Summer 2026 Jeff Hollyoake Home & Design, Summer 2026 Jeff Hollyoake

The Banks Condominiums

The Banks Condominiums, a brand-new concrete condominium community by StreetSide Developments, is nearing completion on the Red River. After much anticipation, homebuyers and prospects can now step inside a brand-new display suite and experience the vision for this riverside community coming to life.

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Not Just Window Dressing
Home & Design, Summer 2026 Jeff Hollyoake Home & Design, Summer 2026 Jeff Hollyoake

Not Just Window Dressing

Glass used to be the quiet part of a home – something to be seen through and not heard. Exterior windows and a mirror or two were its limits. But now – without shouting for too much attention – glass is adding itself into the interiors of homes and changing how we look at this versatile design element. 

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Evolving Backyards for Growing Families
Home & Design, Summer 2026 Jeff Hollyoake Home & Design, Summer 2026 Jeff Hollyoake

Evolving Backyards for Growing Families

The backyard has quietly become one of the busiest “rooms” in the house. It’s no longer just a spac e for summer lounging, but a place where basketballs echo after dinner, kids turn every surface into an obstacle course and couples reignite their competitive streak over a pickleball match. Increasingly, Manitoba families are rethinking what a backyard should be; instead of a seasonal afterthought, it’s about creating a living space built to grow and evolve throughout the seasons and years.

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Making a Splash with Rishona Hyman
Local Connections, Summer 2026 Jeff Hollyoake Local Connections, Summer 2026 Jeff Hollyoake

Making a Splash with Rishona Hyman

“This is where the magic happens.”

These few words hand painted by Winnipeg artist Kal Barteski on a wall at Aqua Essence Swim Academy carry a lot of meaning at this full-service swim space located in Winnipeg’s Kenaston Common.

The brainchild of founder Rishona Hyman, a.k.a. “the Head Fish,” Aqua Essence is Manitoba’s only private swim school that has a pool with a deep end. This distinction is one of the many reasons more than 1,700 students a week – ranging in age from four months to adult – take lessons here, gaining confidence in their swim abilities and to thrive in other areas of their lives.

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Meet Greg Fritz
Local Connections, Summer 2026 Jeff Hollyoake Local Connections, Summer 2026 Jeff Hollyoake

Meet Greg Fritz

The garden’s looking lush and green, the evenings are warm and our weekends start to disappear. We head to the lake or the cabin, find a favourite patio, pack a picnic for the park or chase whatever adventures we can fit in. Summers in Manitoba have this way of making us want to do everything all at once and, for a few short months, we almost believe we can.

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The Art of a Manitoba Summer
Local Connections, Summer 2026 Jeff Hollyoake Local Connections, Summer 2026 Jeff Hollyoake

The Art of a Manitoba Summer

The garden’s looking lush and green, the evenings are warm and our weekends start to disappear. We head to the lake or the cabin, find a favourite patio, pack a picnic for the park or chase whatever adventures we can fit in. Summers in Manitoba have this way of making us want to do everything all at once and, for a few short months, we almost believe we can. 

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Your Second Home. Your Future Wardrobe.
Local Connections, Summer 2026 Jeff Hollyoake Local Connections, Summer 2026 Jeff Hollyoake

Your Second Home. Your Future Wardrobe.

Named after the Icelandic word for life (pronounced i-vee), AEVI was created as more than a boutique, salon, and spa – it was designed as a place to slow down, feel inspired, and experience luxury in a way that feels welcoming and effortless.

From the moment you step through our doors on Taylor Avenue, you’ll understand why so many describe AEVI as their second home. Settle into our living room with a cup of tea, enjoy a moment of relaxation while you’re pampered, and wander through a boutique thoughtfully curated for women who appreciate timeless style.

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Tips for a Stylish Summer with Johnson’s
Local Connections, Summer 2026 Jeff Hollyoake Local Connections, Summer 2026 Jeff Hollyoake

Tips for a Stylish Summer with Johnson’s

Looking forward to enjoying warm evenings on the patio, hot days at the beach, or garden parties this summer? 

The classic question of “What should I wear?” presents the perfect opportunity to elevate your wardrobe as the temperature skyrockets. Embrace these simple suggestions for an instant style upgrade for your summer activities. 

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The Weird Freedom of Midlife
Local Connections, Summer 2026 Jeff Hollyoake Local Connections, Summer 2026 Jeff Hollyoake

The Weird Freedom of Midlife

There’s a strange thing that happens to women in midlife that nobody really prepares you for. Somewhere between raising kids, surviving careers, managing relationships, paying bills, caring for everyone else, and quietly carrying the emotional weight of life for decades, something begins to shift. 

You stop caring as much. Not in a sad way. In a freeing way. And honestly? It’s a little disorienting at first. 

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The Future of Body Contouring
Lifestyle, Summer 2026 Jeff Hollyoake Lifestyle, Summer 2026 Jeff Hollyoake

The Future of Body Contouring

At Concordia Aesthetics, clients are discovering a revolutionary approach to body transformation with EMSCULPT NEO: a technology that simultaneously builds muscle and reduces fat in a single 30-minute session. As the first body contouring device to combine synchronized RF (radiofrequency) heating with advanced HIFEM+ (High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic) technology, EMSCULPT NEO is redefining what’s possible in non-surgical body sculpting. 

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Sitting Down with Nahla Moon
Lifestyle, Summer 2026 Jeff Hollyoake Lifestyle, Summer 2026 Jeff Hollyoake

Sitting Down with Nahla Moon

There are some places that become more than just a venue – they become part of a person’s story. For Winnipeg singer-songwriter Nahla Moon, that place is Park Alleys. Tucked beneath its neon glow and familiar soundtrack of strikes, spares, and friendly conversation, the historic bowling alley has become what she affectionately calls her “living room” – a gathering place that has supported her through life’s highs and lows and connected her to a vibrant creative community. 

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