👨⚕️ Ten New International Physicians Coming to Westman
Prairie Mountain Health says 10 internationally trained physicians will begin practicing in six western Manitoba communities this fall. The doctors will serve Killarney, Minnedosa, Carberry, Russell, Swan River, and the Rossburn/Shoal Lake area under agreements that require them to remain in their assigned communities for four years.
The announcement comes as Manitoba continues to expand its physician recruitment efforts. The province has increased emergency medicine residency training from 11 to 17 annual seats, with all positions filled, including training opportunities maintained in Brandon.
🏥 Mobile CT Scanner Returning Imaging Services to Dauphin
A mobile CT scanner is set to begin operating in Dauphin on Sept. 23, restoring local CT imaging services for the first time since flooding forced the closure of Dauphin Regional Health Centre on Canada Day.
The scanner marks the next phase of recovery efforts at the hospital, where emergency department services resumed earlier this month following extensive flood damage.
✊ Family Continues Push for Answers in Cassity Delvenne Death
Crystal Delvenne and her supporters say they will continue seeking answers in the death of her daughter, Cassity, by consulting senior Indigenous leaders and pursuing legal advice.
Supporters gathered virtually for a Zoom meeting featuring Selwyn Jones, uncle of George Floyd, before taking part in a walk from the Manitoba Legislative Building to Portage and Main.
🚔 Winnipeg Police Target Gang Activity in Licensed Establishments
Winnipeg Police are increasing patrols and conducting walk-throughs in bars, lounges, and other licensed venues in an effort to deter gang activity and violence.
Officers are working alongside venue operators to enforce liquor regulations that allow the removal of individuals considered a public safety risk, particularly those with links to organized crime.
🛡️ New Investment Targets Manitoba Defence Sector
The federal and Manitoba governments have announced a $3.8-million investment aimed at strengthening Manitoba’s defence manufacturing sector.
The initiative will help businesses obtain security clearances, develop specialized skills, and build industry connections needed to compete for defence-related contracts.
🗳️ Gillis Named PC Candidate in Dauphin
Longtime Dauphin volunteer and agriculture advocate Kayla Gillis has been nominated as the Progressive Conservative candidate for Dauphin.
Gillis says affordability, public safety, and access to health care remain top concerns for residents across the constituency.
🏛️ Derhak Enters Brandon Ward 3 Race
Quentin Derhak has officially entered the race for Brandon City Council’s Ward 3 seat.
Derhak narrowly lost to incumbent Barry Cullen in the last civic election. With Cullen not seeking re-election this fall, Derhak says he sees a renewed opportunity to serve residents. Candidate nominations remain open until Sept. 22, with voters heading to the polls on Oct. 28.
⏰ Manitoba Adopts Permanent Daylight Saving Time
Manitoba will end the twice-yearly clock change and move to permanent Daylight Saving Time beginning this fall.
Premier Wab Kinew says the decision, supported by a strong majority of Manitobans, will benefit families, businesses, and public health by eliminating seasonal time adjustments.
🏒 Former Wheat King Ryan Reaves Retires
Former Brandon Wheat King and veteran NHL enforcer Ryan Reaves has announced his retirement following a 16-year NHL career.
The 39-year-old played 1,075 games with seven NHL organizations, recording more than 1,250 penalty minutes and over 3,200 hits. Reaves finishes his career ranked seventh all-time in NHL hits and was among the last players to compete without a visor.
🌧️ Excessive Rainfall Causing Harvest Delays Across Westman
Heavy September rainfall continues to create major challenges for farmers throughout western Manitoba, with Brandon recording nearly double its normal monthly precipitation.
Many producers are reporting significant crop losses as muddy fields, standing water, and sprouting grain delay harvest operations. Some farms are facing losses totaling hundreds of thousands of dollars.
🌾 Harvest Progress Slowed by Wet Conditions
Manitoba’s harvest is now estimated at 40 per cent complete province-wide. Winter wheat and fall rye harvests have wrapped up, while spring wheat sits at 70 per cent complete.
Barley harvest has reached 76 per cent and oats 65 per cent, but canola remains a major concern with only 36 per cent harvested. Producers continue to battle quality issues including lodging, sprouting, and weather-related downgrades in cereal crops.
