Colleen Houde

Canada is grappling with a severe pilot shortage and one Alberta-based ministry has found a temporary solution.

With Christian and Gospel music awards taking a recent hit in Canada, the Gospel Music Industry Hub has stepped up to recognize artists nationwide. This week, GMIHub, an organization that helps artists get along in their music career by equipping them with people who can help them with things like their business, creativity and production, announced the launch of the inaugural Gospel Music Industry Hub Awards.

An upcoming art tour is giving Winnipeggers an opportunity to get up close and personal with some local artists. The 6th annual Harte Trail Studio Art Tour allows art enthusiasts to meet local artists in their personal space within their homes.

An Olympic athlete from Serbia has been banned from his sport after making the sign of the cross during the Paris Olympics. Nemanja Majdov, a judo champion, learned of this decision two weeks ago.

An award-winning Mezzo-Soprano vocalist from northern Manitoba was recently asked to perform at Carnegie Hall and she's bringing some special guests with her. Rhonda Head, who has won 41 awards, performed with the Flin Flon choir at Carnegie Hall last year. The Maestro loved it so much, that he asked her to return. This time she is bringing four youths from the Arts for Manitoba Indigenous Youth Choir.

Two cats were rescued following a fire early Saturday in Westwood. The fire broke out shortly after 1 a.m. in a bunglaow in the 0-100 block of Addison Crescent. Flames and smoke were pouring out of the home when fire crews arrived. It was declared under control shortly after 2 a.m. While completing a search of the home, fire crews rescued two cats. Animal Services was called to provide care for the animals. No one else was in the home, and no injuries were reported. It's believed the fire was accidental, caused by an electrical malfunction. Fire officials continue to investigate.

An 11-year-old from Miami, Florida is spreading God's word through her rock inspired music. Mandy Corrente's latest single 'Not Alone' reminds listeners that God is with them every step of the way.