🇨🇦 Trade War Intensifies as Canada Hits Back
Canada is retaliating against the latest U.S. tariffs by doubling duties on American steel and aluminum imports to 50 per cent. New Canadian levies will also target products including clothing, appliances, dairy and seafood.
Meanwhile, Ottawa is rolling out a $7.5-billion support package featuring loans, Employment Insurance flexibility and other measures aimed at helping businesses weather the ongoing trade dispute.
🌊 Trump Targets Canada Again
U.S. President Donald Trump further escalated tensions Tuesday by suggesting Lake Ontario be renamed “Lake America” while accusing Prime Minister Mark Carney of fabricating concerns about U.S. threats to French-language content.
The latest comments add to a growing war of words as trade relations between the two countries continue to deteriorate.
🏛️ Manitoba Convenes Trade Council
Premier Wab Kinew is assembling Manitoba’s U.S. Trade Council to assess the impact of new American tariffs on provincial businesses and workers.
The council will help shape Manitoba’s response while exploring ways to protect jobs, exporters and supply chains.
🍯 Honey Industry Feeling the Sting
Manitoba’s honey producers are warning that the new 50 per cent U.S. tariff could leave millions of dollars worth of honey searching for buyers.
As the province accounts for more than half of Canada’s honey exports, industry leaders fear oversupply and lower prices at home.
⚠️ Secret Service Investigates Threatening Video
The U.S. Secret Service is investigating after Iranian state television aired a threatening video targeting Barron Trump.
The broadcast included unverified claims that the U.S. president’s son is being monitored, further raising concerns amid escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran.
🛣️ Manitoba & Westman
🚨 Highway Fatalities Continue to Climb
Manitoba’s road safety crisis continues, with the provincial fatality count now reaching 49 deaths this year after a 21-year-old Thompson man was killed in a rollover near Moosehorn.
RCMP say fatalities are up 23 per cent from last year and sit more than one-third above the five-year average, prompting renewed calls for safe driving habits.
🚔 RCMP Investigate Cruiser Ramming Near McCreary
Police are investigating after a stolen truck allegedly rammed an RCMP cruiser during a pursuit near McCreary Saturday.
The vehicle, originally reported stolen in Winnipeg, was later abandoned. Investigators are also examining a nearby vehicle theft that may be connected.
💊 Brandon Man Charged in Swan River Drug Bust
A 43-year-old Brandon man is among three people charged after RCMP raided a Swan River residence suspected of drug trafficking.
Officers seized cocaine, prescription pills, cash and a prohibited weapon during the search.
🏗️ Brandon Approves Infrastructure Funding
As development accelerates in southwest Brandon, city council is moving ahead with an internal loan to fund nearly $1.5 million in water and wastewater infrastructure upgrades.
The improvements are expected to support future residential and commercial growth.
🍽️ The Keg Closing Temporarily for Renovations
The Keg Steakhouse + Bar in Brandon will close following regular business hours this Friday for a major interior renovation.
The restaurant is expected to remain closed until November while the facelift is completed.
🌪️ CRTC Examining Manitoba Tornado Alerts
Federal regulators are investigating reports of an unusually high number of tornado alerts issued during a June storm event.
The CRTC has asked Alert Ready operator Pelmorex and major telecommunications providers to explain what led to the apparent over-reporting across Winnipeg and southern Manitoba.
🌳 Dinsdale Park Nearing Reopening
Good news for park users: Dinsdale Park could reopen by the end of the week following months of flood-related closures.
City crews have completed debris removal and repairs, and are now restoring the popular railway heritage attractions.
✈️ Air Museum Redevelopment Moves Forward
The Brandon Air Museum has selected a builder for its ambitious $15-million redevelopment project.
Plans call for stabilization of the historic Second World War hangar and could include a new half-hangar to better preserve and showcase Canada’s largest collection of flying WWII trainer aircraft.
🎵 Community & Events
🎸 Final Music in the Park Tonight
The 2026 Music in the Park series wraps up tonight at Princess Park, weather permitting.
Sparrow opens the evening before headliner Hearts Desire takes the stage at 6:30 p.m. Residents are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket for one final night of free downtown entertainment.
🚛 CFB Shilo Open House Thursday
CFB Shilo’s Open House and Recreation Showcase takes place Thursday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Shilo Sports Field.
The free event features military displays, family activities, food vendors, recreation exhibits and a popular Touch-a-Truck experience. Visitors can find the full event map, parking information and attraction locations on our website before heading out.
