Winnipeg was once the headquarters of the powerful Asper media empire, but now is occupied by David Thomson, the richest media baron in Canada, who helped bring the NHL back to this wind-swept Prairie ...

Winnipeg Sea Bears owner David Asper wanted the new face of the organization to represent rugged and practical western values. “Prairie dirt, Canadian Shield and wheat field soul,” Asper said. “That ...

Leonard and David Asper have long been the biggest backers of Winnipeg, pushing the concept of an international media empire run from the prairie city. But as they strive to make their mark, the ...