This program was made possible with financial support of the Government of Manitoba,
and was undertaken with the financial support of the Government of Canada provided through Global Affairs Canada (GAC)
Posted August 31st 2009
As we continue to make strides in promoting fair trade here in Manitoba, the global fair trade movement is working tirelessly to garner support for fair trade practices around the world. For the latest in global fair trade news, visit the Fair Trade Federation website at http://fairtradefederation.org/. Read More »
Posted July 3rd 2009
Transfair Canada has recognized Gimli as Manitoba’s first Fair Trade Town. It is the sixth town in Canada to achieve this status. Read More »
Posted May 4th 2009
Come celebrate World Fair Trade Day on Friday, May 8 at the Millennium Library. Fair Trade Manitoba is taking part in the North American attempt to break a world record for the largest fair trade break, so we need your help! Read More »
Posted April 29th 2009
Join Forest People’s Crafts for a fundraising concert for Kenya Grandmothers on Saturday, May 2 at the Manitoba Theatre for Young People. The doors open at 6:00 p.m. and the concert begins at 6:30. Tickets are $25 for general admission and $20 for students and seniors. Call (204) 943-3995 or email forestpeoplescrafts@hotmail.com for more information. Read More »
Posted March 27th 2009
Six new Fair Trade Certified wines are now available in Liquor Marts across the province! Organic Wine Trade Company, specializing in fair trade and organic wine, is committed to finding delicious, earth-friendly wines for the socially conscious wine drinker. The MLCC now carries six of their Fair Trade Certified wines from Argentina and South Africa. Read More »
Posted March 19th 2009
This article ran in the Interlake Spectator on Friday, March 13, 2009, following Michael Zelmer’s visit to Gimli to speak about fair trade. Written by Jim Mosher. Read More »
Posted March 18th 2009
This article appeared in the Brandon Sun on Sunday, March 8, 2009. Written by Fair Trade Outreach Coordinator Zack Gross. Read More »
Posted February 24th 2009
Feature article on Green Bean Coffee Imports, which appeared in the February 13 edition of the Interlake Spectator. Visit their website here. Read More »
Posted February 23rd 2009
This article appeared in the Brandon Sun on Sunday, December 28, 2008. Written by Fair Trade Outreach Coordinator Zack Gross. Read More »
Posted February 23rd 2009
The following article appeared in the Brandon Sun Sunday, February 22, 2009. Written by Fair Trade Outreach Coordinator Zack Gross. Read More »
This program was made possible with financial support of the Government of Manitoba,
and was undertaken with the financial support of the Government of Canada provided through Global Affairs Canada (GAC)