BeCause & Effect

Cam Bennett is a Manitoba staple in the film and television production community.

As current Program Manager for Cinematoba, Cam was previously executive producer for MTS TV (Bell MTS) Stories From Home. 

His work has been broadcast on APTN, CBC, CTV, Global, Discovery, Life Network, History UK and The SciFi Network. 

Cinematoba is a new storytelling initiative brought to you by the National Screen Institute and The Winnipeg Foundation, and we couldn’t be happier to have Cam on board.

I sat down with Cam Bennet, Program Manager of Cinematoba, to talk about his 4 decades of experience in film and TV production, the current landscape of media and content, and what we hope to bring to life through Cinematoba.

Shahina Siddiqui is a speaker, educator, community leader, and the co-founder and volunteer executive director of the Islamic Social Services Association (ISSA). I’ve wanted her on the podcast since we first launched, and I’m honored that she is my guest today.

Shahina has a wisdom and a presence that few people have, and her perspective on life and all its challenges is incredible. 

I sat down with Shahina Siddiqui to talk about life, her faith, her career with ISSA and the wonderful work they’re doing, and how our community can collectively heal in a post-COVID world.

Today we are talking about art. Specifically, indigenous art. Yvette Cenerini is a metis artist, educator, and the Art Education Specialist with Mentoring Artists for Women’s Art, aka MAWA. Her project: Resilience highlights 50 Indigenous Art Cards & Teaching Guide for schools across Canada.

I sat down with Yvette Cenerini to talk about her career as an artist in Winnipeg, using art to help youth understand themselves and the world around them, and how we can connect with art on our path to reconciliation.

Welcome to BeCause & Effect, a podcast from the Winnipeg Foundation, where we talk to people about the causes they care about and effect it has on their lives. My name is Nolan Bicknell.

Today’s guest is a real pro. Adam Glynn, the Station Manager at CJNU here in Winnipeg. CJNU of course is Winnipeg’s Community Radio Station, living at 93.7 FM on your dials or streaming live at CJNU.ca.

Since taking over, Adam has been a tireless community champion and has brought CJNU into the modern era while staying true to its nostalgic roots. 

I sat down with Adam Glynn, Station Manager for 93.7 CJNU in Winnipeg, to talk about his journey to Canada and the immigration process, the value and staying power of community radio, and how CJNU soldiered through the pandemic without missing a beat.

Welcome to BeCause & Effect, a podcast from The Winnipeg Foundation, where we talk to people about the causes they care about and effect it has on their lives. My name is Nolan Bicknell.

Today’s show has two guests, Project Coordinator Janell Henry and Director Daina Warren, both from the Urban Shaman Gallery here in Winnipeg. Urban Shaman is an indigenous artist-run centre and they have been leaders in showcasing and celebrating contemporary indigenous art since opening in 1996.

I sat down with Daina Warren and Janell Henry from Urban Shaman Gallery, to talk about revitalizing indigenous languages through art, connecting language back to culture, and Urban Shaman’s mission to continue supporting indigenous artists into the future.

Monika Pichor is helping young people in Winnipeg reconnect with their culture through music, art, ceremony, and more. Monika coordinates the Butterfly Club at Ka Ni Kanichihk, where she mentors youth and helps guide them in whatever areas they need through a holistic approach.

I sat down with Monika Pichor, Program Coordinator of The Butterfly Club at Ka Ni Kanichihk, to talk about reconnecting youth with their culture, the importance of truth in reconciliation, and the reciprocity of mentorship.

Welcome to BeCause & Effect, a podcast from the Winnipeg Foundation. Where we talk to people about the causes they care about and the effect that it has on their lives. My name is Nolan Bicknell.

Today’s guest is Susan Sader, Executive Director of Good Neighbours Active Living Centre. Good Neighbours has been supporting seniors with their physical, mental, and emotional well-being for decades, and is an incredible resource in our city. Susan has been with Good Neighbours for 20 years, and is an expert when it comes to meeting seniors where they’re at with activities, meals, hobbies, friendships, and more.

I sat down with Susan Sader, Executive Director of Good Neighbours Active Living Centre, to talk about seniors’ needs during COVID-19, the importance of dealing with social isolation, and all of the connections and lessons she’s acquired over her 20-years with Good Neighbours.

ACOMI's Board President Titi Tijani, and Director of Operations Tolu Ilelaboye join us to talk about African Communities of Manitoba Incorporated (ACOMI), their roles with the organization, and their dedication to community. 

Tolu and Tiji are working every day to connect communities and strengthen the bonds between our city. We are honored to hear their stories, ideas, and perspectives about what it means to be a community champion and model citizen that fights for equitable, flourishing communities.

Welcome to BeCause and Effect, a podcast from The Winnipeg Foundation, where we talk to people about the causes they care about and the effect it has on their lives. My name is Nolan Bicknell.

Today’s guest is Emma Gilchrist, Editor in Chief and Co-Founder of The Narwhal. The Narwhal is a team of investigative journalists that focus on Canada’s natural world, and write incredible stories the climate crisis we find ourselves in. 

We connected with Emma because The Narwhal and the Winnipeg Free Press are partnering to establish a new reporter here in Manitoba that will focus on climate reporting. Very cool connection there, and I was honored to be able to speak with Emma Gilchrist today.

Without further ado, my conversation with Emma Gilchrist: co-founder and Editor-in-Chief of The Narwhal.

Welcome to BeCause & Effect, a podcast from The Winnipeg Foundation, where we talk to people about the causes they care about and the effect that it has on their lives, my name is Nolan Bicknell.

Today’s guest is Paul Samyn, 15th editor in the 150-year history of the Winnipeg Free Press. It’s a little bit crazy to be a journalist right now, and Paul and his team are leading our province with the promise to deliver the information people need to make educated decisions, despite a growing distrust in media around the world.

I sat down with Paul Samyn, Editor of the Winnipeg Free Press, to talk about the current state of journalism in our society, the way the industry has evolved over the last 30 years, and some potential solutions to bring back a little bit of sanity to the conversation.