There are dozens, hundreds even, of organizations that support newcomers arriving in Canada. There's a lot of information one needs when starting a life in a new country. However, we can also learn a lot from immigrants and newcomers and new ideas and perspectives we may never have thought of before. 

That's an essential component of the Islamic Social Services Association, providing social services to the Islamic and broader Manitoban community and learning from the diversity of people we have in this province.  

Winnipeg has a growing African community, with many creating various organizations to represent the vast number of countries within the continent.

Pan African Legacy unites the cultures of 14 countries from Southern Africa. Although those countries have many differences, they also share some similarities, and Pan African Legacy is looking to celebrate those differences and similarities while engaging younger generations with their culture and heritage. 

Art is meant for everyone, and one event in Winnipeg is opening the doors for experiencing it. First Fridays in the Exchange invites Winnipeggers and newcomers alike to experience art through galleries, museums, showcases, discussions, and performances.

It takes place on the first Friday of each month in Winnipeg's Exchange District. 

An exciting event is kicking off Asian Heritage Month, celebrating Asian representation in the film industry. Coming May 2-5 in Calgary and May 24-26 in Winnipeg, the FascinAsian Film Festival is an opportunity to view both local and international films of Asian stories.

Things are difficult right now. Whether it's access to health care, affordable housing, green and walkable spaces, or easily accessible places for groceries, many communities are struggling.

For the Elmwood area, Chalmers Neighbourhood Renewal Corporation is working to support in whatever way they can. However, one organization can't do everything, and it's going to take a consistent effort from everyone to make a difference.

Connections are vital to the human experience. Whether connecting on a personal level or for business, communicating effectively and understanding someone's perspective can be the difference between success and failure. 

Through her time as a business consultant, the host of a radio morning show, and hosting events, Keisha Paul has figured out how to find the story behind a situation, utilizing that skill of connection to find success.

Achieving our goals and dreams can sometimes feel overwhelming. For immigrants to a new country, barriers can make goals continue to feel further away. However, there are steps we can all take to actualize our visions, and Jennifer Beitz helps people set goals to achieve them. 

From fitness to reflection and overcoming the limitations we put on ourselves are just some of the discussions on this episode of U Talk.  

Music is all around us. It's in the trees, the air, and the water, and all it takes is the desire to listen for it. Norine Braun does just that. She listens to nature and applies it to her music, combining narrative and experiential works to create something unique and beautiful. 

After her mother's passing, Norine created Ascending Lullaby, a song exploring the transition from one life to the next. 

Everyone experiences mental health challenges. However, different communities and demographics experience it at varying rates. Early studies indicate there is evidence that women experience mental illness at higher rates than men.

Rita Chahal of the Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba joins U Radio to talk about the mental health continuum, mental health and women, and resources available to Manitobans.

It can be discouraging when the winter snows melt, and we're left with muddy, garbage-filled streets. Take Pride Winnipeg is inspiring communities across the city to make a difference in not only cleaning up litter, debris, and graffiti but also changing habits and encouraging individuals to care about how their communities look.