WINNIPEG The Manitoba film community is mourning the death of Dave Barber, a crucial figure in the development of independent cinema in Winnipeg and an ally to generations of Winnipeg filmmakers. Barber was part of the Winnipeg film group Cinematheque for almost four decades. Cinemateque’s Interim Executive Director David Knipe confirmed Barber passed away Monday night peacefully and surrounded by family. Along with his work in Winnipeg s film community, Barber played a large role in the Gimli Film Festival. He worked as a senior film programmer for the festival for six years. He received multiple awards for his efforts including the Winnipeg Arts Council s first ever Making a Difference award in 2007. The award highlights art professionals who contribute to the growth and development of the arts in Winnipeg.
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A summer to savour
For the town of Gimli, relaxed health restrictions are a boon to businesses that rely on seasonal visitors By: Ben Waldman / Photos by Mikaela MacKenzie | Posted: 7:00 PM CDT Monday, Jun. 28, 2021 Save to Read Later
GIMLI The patio at Comodo had been quiet for months until Ying Jie Zhen grabbed hold of the hose late Friday afternoon.
GIMLI The patio at Comodo had been quiet for months until Ying Jie Zhen grabbed hold of the hose late Friday afternoon.
With a turn of the spigot, water rushed through the rubber snake and streamed out the other end in a focused mist, as Zhen washed away the dust and leaves that for several months had been the only things sitting outside the Chinese restaurant right at the centre of this Interlake town.
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I say this every year, but it doesn’t make it any less true: I’ve left a lot on the table this year. So many people stepped up and did incredible things in 2020. There were thousands of people who achieved amazing things, faced the pandemic battle on the front lines, gave back, received awards and impacted lives. I try to do 100 new names every year and not repeat any from previous lists. That said, I’ve still got dozens of names to carry forward to next year. Please stay safe and look after yourself. All the best, always.
A COVID-19 suspected patient is brought into a resuscitation bay in the adult emergency department at the Health Sciences Centre in Winnipeg on Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2020. The amount of personal sacrifice for literally putting their own lives at risk to help others is immeasurable, says Burpee. (Mikaela MacKenzie / Winnipeg Free Press files)