Project Pawpulation, Lorette, MB (2026)

10/15/2026

SONIX BAR & GRILL 🐾
⏰ NEW START TIME: Game now kicks off at 6:45 PM, with late registration open through the end of Level 6 — a little extra breathing room to grab your seat.
🆕 NEW ACCUMULATORS — two fresh ways to win big, and both jackpots grow every single game:
🐱 Tom Cats — Bad Beat Jackpot: Quads or better (both hole cards) beaten by quads or better
🐶 Top Dog — Royal Flush Jackpot: Royal flush, both hole cards must play
SUNDAY NIGHT POKER 🃏
Good cards, good company, and a great cause — everyone's welcome at the table, whether it's your first hand or your hundredth.
Here's the deal. $100 buy-in gets you 50,000 in chips plus a $50 bounty on your head the moment you sit down. Up to 2 rebuys at $50 each (50,000 chips every time) through Level 6 keeps you in the fight. 75% of the prize pool goes home with our top players.
The details:
🃏 $100 buy-in — 50,000 in chips, includes $50 bounty
🔁 2 rebuys x $50 — 50,000 chips each, through Level 6
🏆 75% payout of the prize pool
⏰ Game starts 6:45 PM (late reg through Level 6)
📍 423 McMillan Ave, Winnipeg
📅 Every Sunday
Every buy-in and rebuy fuels Project Pawpulation, funding spay/neuter initiatives that keep Manitoba's shelters from overflowing and give more cats and dogs a real shot at a loving home.
Pre-register or ask questions: Text 204-816-1505
LGCA License: 9548-TH-51006
New time, new jackpots, same great cause — come play a hand for a paw! 🐶🐱.

10/14/2026

POKER SATURDAY — HABS BAR
Bad news: you're probably losing $40 on Saturday.
Good news: so is everybody else, and the cats and dogs are going to clean up.
Here's the deal. Forty bucks gets you 30,000 in chips, a seat at the Habs Bar in Hotel La Broquerie, and every chance to convince the table you know what you're doing. Cards hit the felt at 4:30 PM sharp — show up late and you're paying blinds for the privilege of watching.
The details:
🃏 $40 buy-in → 30,000 in chips
🏆 70% payout — somebody's going home happy
🐾 Tom Cats & Top Dog accumulators for extra shots at the pot
❤️ Every dollar backs Manitoba's spay & neuter and animal welfare efforts
So yes, you might get knocked out on the second hand by a guy holding 7-2. It happens. But the money still goes to the cats and dogs who need it, and you still get to tell the story.
Seats are limited. Call 204-816-1505 and lock yours in.
Good cards, good cause — and a very good excuse to lose forty dollars.
SUNDAY POKER FOR PAWS! 🐾
Love a good hand of poker? Love helping animals in need even more? Join us at Sonix Bar & Grill every Sunday for a night of cards that makes a real difference for Manitoba's homeless and at-risk pets.
Every buy-in, every rebuy, every hand played goes toward Project Pawpulation — funding spay/neuter initiatives that prevent overpopulation, reduce shelter overcrowding, and give more animals a shot at a safe, loving home.
🆕 NEW ACCUMULATORS — two fresh jackpots that grow every single game:
🐱 Tom Cats — Bad Beat Jackpot: Quads or better (both hole cards) beaten by quads or better
🐶 Top Dog — Royal Flush Jackpot: Royal flush, both hole cards must play
The Details:
💰 $100 Buy-In (includes a $50 Bounty!)
🃏 50,000 Starting Stack
🔁 Up to 2 Rebuys through end of Level 6
🏆 75% Payout
⏰ NEW Start Time: 6:45 PM (late reg through Level 6)

10/12/2026

Spay and neuter saves lives — and here’s how:
Health benefits for pets:
• Reduces cancer risk: Spaying females eliminates risk of uterine/ovarian cancer and greatly reduces mammary tumors, especially if done before first heat. Neutering males prevents testicular cancer and lowers prostate issues.
• Prevents infections: Spaying stops life-threatening uterine infections called pyometra, which are common in older unspayed females.
• Longer lifespan: Studies show spayed/neutered dogs and cats live 1-3 years longer on average due to fewer health risks.
Behavior benefits:
• Less roaming: Neutered males are less likely to run away to find mates, which cuts risk of getting hit by cars or lost.
• Reduces aggression & marking: Neutering can decrease territorial spraying, mounting, and some types of aggression in males.
• No heat cycles: Spayed females won’t go into heat, so no yowling, bloody discharge, or attracting males to your yard.
Community benefits:
• Controls overpopulation: One unspayed female cat and her offspring can produce 420,000 cats in 7 years!
• Fewer strays: Less stray animals means fewer animal bites, car accidents, and spread of diseases like rabies or feline leukemia.
• Saves tax dollars: Capturing, housing, and euthanizing unwanted animals costs taxpayers millions annually.
Cost benefit:
• Cheaper than a litter: Spay/neuter surgery is a one-time cost. Raising puppies/kittens, emergency C-sections, or treating cancers/infections is way more expensive.

10/11/2026

Happy Thanksgiving from the team at Project Pawpulation! Looking for some fun? Come join us for poker 3 nights week in Lorette on Tuesdays , La Broqurie on Saturday and Winnipeg on Sunday! For a great cause, but-in and rebuy fuels Project Pawpulation, spay/neuter initiatives that keep Manitoba’s shelters from overflowing and give more dogs and cats a shot at a loving home!

10/11/2026

POKER NIGHT IN LORETTE — DAWSON TRAIL MOTOR INN 🐾
Tuesday just became the best night of your week. Pull up a chair, buy in, and play for a cause with real teeth (and paws).
Here's the deal. Eighty bucks gets you into a freeze-out game at the Dawson Trail Motor Inn in Lorette. Registration opens at 6:00 PM, so grab your seat early. Cards are in the air at 6:30 PM sharp.
🆕 ACCUMULATORS: two jackpots that grow every single game:
🐱 Tom Cats, Bad Beat Jackpot: Quads or better (both hole cards) beaten by quads or better
🐶 Top Dog, Royal Flush Jackpot: Royal flush, both hole cards must play
The details:
🃏 $80 buy-in (freeze-out)
⏰ Registration 6:00 PM
⏰ Cards in the air 6:30 PM
📍 Dawson Trail Motor Inn, Lorette
🎟️ LGCA licensed ( #9548-TH-51006)
Every buy-in helps fund Project Pawpulation's spay/neuter and trap-neuter-return programs right here in southeastern Manitoba. You're not just chasing chips, you're helping local cats and dogs get a shot at a better life.
Whether you're a seasoned shark or just learning the ropes, all skill levels are welcome. Bring your friends, bring your game face.
Tag a friend who's ready to go all-in for a good cause.

10/11/2026

Happy Thanksgiving from the team at we believe that every animal deserves a good life! Project Pawpulation provides Spay\Neuter, T&R and vet costs for Manitobans who need! Please follow our journey! Happy Thanksgiving friends!

10/10/2026

Happy Saturday everyone! This is how quickly cats procreate! These are facts and we need to do something about the cat overpopulation crisis 🐱🐱🐱🐱🐈🐈🐈‍⬛🐈‍⬛🐈‍⬛😻😻

10/08/2026

POKER SATURDAY — HABS BAR
Bad news: you're probably losing $40 on Saturday.
Good news: so is everybody else, and the cats and dogs are going to clean up.
Here's the deal. Forty bucks gets you 30,000 in chips, a seat at the Habs Bar in Hotel La Broquerie, and every chance to convince the table you know what you're doing. Cards hit the felt at 4:30 PM sharp — show up late and you're paying blinds for the privilege of watching.
The details:
🃏 $40 buy-in → 30,000 in chips
🏆 70% payout — somebody's going home happy
🐾 Tom Cats & Top Dog accumulators for extra shots at the pot
❤️ Every dollar backs Manitoba's spay & neuter and animal welfare efforts
So yes, you might get knocked out on the second hand by a guy holding 7-2. It happens. But the money still goes to the cats and dogs who need it, and you still get to tell the story.
Seats are limited. Call 204-816-1505 and lock yours in.
Good cards, good cause — and a very good excuse to lose forty dollars.
SUNDAY POKER FOR PAWS! 🐾
Love a good hand of poker? Love helping animals in need even more? Join us at Sonix Bar & Grill every Sunday for a night of cards that makes a real difference for Manitoba's homeless and at-risk pets.
Every buy-in, every rebuy, every hand played goes toward Project Pawpulation — funding spay/neuter initiatives that prevent overpopulation, reduce shelter overcrowding, and give more animals a shot at a safe, loving home.
🆕 NEW ACCUMULATORS — two fresh jackpots that grow every single game:
🐱 Tom Cats — Bad Beat Jackpot: Quads or better (both hole cards) beaten by quads or better
🐶 Top Dog — Royal Flush Jackpot: Royal flush, both hole cards must play
The Details:
💰 $100 Buy-In (includes a $50 Bounty!)
🃏 50,000 Starting Stack
🔁 Up to 2 Rebuys through end of Level 6
🏆 75% Payout
⏰ NEW Start Time: 6:45 PM (late reg through Level 6)
📍 423 McMillan Ave, Winnipeg
📅 Every Sunday
Whether it's your first hand or your hundredth, everyone's welcome at the table — and every seat filled means more support for animals across Manitoba.
Pre-register or ask questions: Text 204-816-1505
LGCA License: 9548-TH-51006
Seats fill up fast — come play a hand for a paw!

10/07/2026

POKER SATURDAY — HABS BAR
Bad news: you're probably losing $40 on Saturday.
Good news: so is everybody else, and the cats and dogs are going to clean up.
Here's the deal. Forty bucks gets you 30,000 in chips, a seat at the Habs Bar in Hotel La Broquerie, and every chance to convince the table you know what you're doing. Cards hit the felt at 4:30 PM sharp — show up late and you're paying blinds for the privilege of watching.
The details:
🃏 $40 buy-in → 30,000 in chips
🏆 70% payout — somebody's going home happy
🐾 Tom Cats & Top Dog accumulators for extra shots at the pot
❤️ Every dollar backs Manitoba's spay & neuter and animal welfare efforts
So yes, you might get knocked out on the second hand by a guy holding 7-2. It happens. But the money still goes to the cats and dogs who need it, and you still get to tell the story.
Seats are limited. Call 204-816-1505 and lock yours in.
Good cards, good cause — and a very good excuse to lose forty dollars.

10/04/2026

Hi Friends! Happy Sunday!! Looking for fun? Project Pawpulation combines the thrill of poker with the heart of giving back. It’s a charity poker event series designed to raise funds and awareness for homeless animals . Players ante up not just for prizes, but to change lives — one paw at a time.
Why Poker + Charity Works
• High engagement: Poker tournaments bring people together. The competitive fun draws crowds that traditional fundraisers might miss.
• Scalable fundraising: Buy-ins, rebuys, add-ons, and sponsorships all create multiple revenue streams in one night.
• Community building: It’s social by nature. Players connect over cards and a cause, creating loyal supporters for future events.
• Transparency: Winnings structure and donations are published upfront. Everyone knows exactly how much goes to the dogs.
How the Funds Help
100% of net proceeds go toward:
1. Medical care: Vet bills, surgeries, and medications for blind/rescue dogs in Manitoba
2. Adoption support: Fostering costs, transport, and home setup for special-needs pups
3. Education: Resources for owners of blind dogs — because every Westie deserves to navigate life confidently
4. Local shelters: Partnering with Winnipeg rescues to expand capacity for special-needs intakes
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