Category Archives: News
Wildfire risk remains high in Manitoba despite recent rain
The Office of the Fire Commissioner (OFC) is reminding Manitobans to be vigilant as overall conditions remain extremely dry and communities across the province have experienced several human-caused wi...
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Manitoba and Ottawa to develop 'Red Dress Alert' system with Indigenous partners
The governments of Canada and Manitoba have announced they're taking steps to better protect Indigenous women, girls, two-spirit and gender-diverse people by developing the 'Red Dress Alert' pilot pro...
May 06, 2024 Image - courtesy North Coast Review
MB government establishes an endowment fund to support MMIWG2S+ families
The Manitoba government is establishing a new $15-million endowment fund to enable a grant program offering supports to families of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and two-spirit (MMIWG2S...
May 06, 2024 Image - Government of Manitoba
Ottawa and Manitoba announce increases to wages for child-care workers - and to grants for child-care facilities
Manitoba's licensed and funded child-care facilities will receive a funding increase to support wages for child-care professionals. Federal Families, Children and Social Development Minister Jenna Sud...
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New investments in student aid to lower wait times and add more funding - MB government
The Manitoba government says it has earmarked an additional $15 million for student loans. Advanced Education and Training Minister Rene Cable announced today, "The last thing a busy student needs is ...
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MB NDP repeat pledge to make rural communities safer
The Manitoba government reiterated its commitment to making rural communities safer and Manitobans feel safe through its five-point plan that includes strengthening the province's bail system and deve...
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New CT scanner to be operational at Swan Valley Health Centre in June
A new computed tomography (CT) scanner at the Swan Valley Health Centre will soon bring key diagnostic services closer to home for residents of the Swan Valley region. Premier Wab Kinew announced Thur...
May 03, 2024 Image - Swan Valley Health Centre - Prairie Mountain Health
MB government doubles investment for Swan River airport operations
The Manitoba government is taking steps to further support rural airport operations by doubling the Manitoba Airport Assistance Program (MAAP), including increasing the regional Swan River Airport gra...
May 03, 2024 Image - courtesy of Uriah Waldner
Brandon Police Service Media Release - May 3rd
Sexual Assault On May 2nd, Brandon police arrested a 63-year-old male on a charge of sexual assault. Police say in October of 2023, a 25-year-old female reported she was sexually assaulted at the male...
May 03, 2024 Image - Brandon Police Service
Brandon Police Media Release - May 2nd
Theft Under $5000 On May 1st at 10:25 am, a business in the 1500 block of 19th Street North reported a male stole 3 pairs of work boots valued at $690. A 50-year-old male was arrested at his residence...
May 02, 2024 Image - Brandon Police Service
