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cicnews.comworld18 hrs ago
Canada Expands Greener Homes Retrofit Program to Four Provinces, Newfoundland and Labrador Still Pending
Federal ministers announced funding agreements on June 29 to extend the Canada Greener Homes Affordability Program to Quebec, British Columbia, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. Manitoba launched the program in September 2025. Newfoundland and Labrador remains in negotiations…
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theglobeandmail.comworld4 days ago
Island Lake First Nations declare regional public health emergency
Leaders in four eastern Manitoba communities declared a regional public health emergency Thursday. The declaration cites rising HIV and hepatitis C cases, a toxic drug supply, and inadequate housing.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics6 days ago
Ottawa Extends Work Permits for 2,700 Manitoba Foreign Workers Until 2027 After Province Misses Nomination Deadline
The federal government will extend permits through Dec. 31, 2027, after repeated requests from Manitoba officials and protests by workers facing status loss. The step addresses a backlog in the provincial nominee program amid nationwide cuts to immigration allotments.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics14 days ago
Manitoba Chief Justice Glenn Joyal Nominated to Supreme Court of Canada
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the nomination last week. Joyal appeared before parliamentarians on Monday to discuss his 28-year judicial career and views on the rule of law.
winnipegfreepress.comworld19 days ago
Winnipeg Trial: Embolization Plus Surgery Cut Brain-Bleed Recurrence to 4 Percent Versus 28 Percent for Surgery Alone
A randomized study of 186 patients showed that adding middle meningeal artery embolization to surgery lowered recurrence from 28 percent to 4 percent. The results were published in JAMA in April 2026. Cbc reported the findings from researchers at the University of Manitoba and He…
nationalpost.comscience23 days ago
National Microbiology Laboratory Vice-President Jason Kindrachuk to Step Down June 28 and Return to University Research
Jason Kindrachuk will leave the NML on June 28 to return full-time to his University of Manitoba research lab. The move marks the fourth leadership change at the Winnipeg facility in ten years.
decider.compolitics32 days ago
Hudson's Bay Company Royal Charter Unveiled at Manitoba Museum
The 1670 document granting the Hudson's Bay Company control over roughly one-third of present-day Canada went on public display June 11, 2026, after private purchase and donation to four Canadian institutions.
science47 days ago
Heat Warnings Issued Across Canadian Prairies
Environment Canada issued heat warnings for southern Saskatchewan and Manitoba as temperatures are forecast to reach the mid-90s through the weekend. The heat wave follows a cold, snowy spring and marks the first significant warm period of the year in the region.
science49 days ago
Environment Canada Forecasts Above 30 C Temperatures Across Southern Prairies
Environment and Climate Change Canada issued forecasts for daytime highs above 30 C in southern Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba beginning this week. The agency projects several consecutive days of readings that could reach 35 C in some locations.
world50 days ago
Manitoba Removes Gravel Blockade on Lake St. Martin Access Road After First Nations Protest
Demonstrators cleared a provincial gravel barrier on an access road east of Lake St. Martin on Friday. Interlake First Nations leaders said the province had not consulted them before restricting access to traditional hunting territory.
world52 days ago
Southern Manitoba municipalities face over $1 million in ditch cleanup costs after May 14 windstorm
Winds exceeding 100 km/h on May 14 moved topsoil from fields into roadside ditches across parts of southern Manitoba. Local officials report that removing the accumulated soil could cost more than $1 million in some municipalities.
world53 days ago
Manitoba Students Display Projects at Canadian Museum for Human Rights
Manitoba students presented art, exhibits, and music at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights as part of the museum's annual Be an Upstander program. The event highlights student work focused on human rights topics.
technology58 days ago
Manitoba to Restrict Social Media and AI Chatbots for Minors
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew said the province's planned ban will likely prevent teachers from using YouTube in classrooms. The federal government is considering similar restrictions on social media and AI chatbots for users under 16.
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theglobeandmail.comworld66 days ago
Ontario and Manitoba Aid Flood-Damaged Hospital in Kenora
A hospital in Kenora, Ontario, sustained damage to about 25 percent of its physical space after a flood caused by an infrastructure failure. Scheduled surgeries are cancelled for three weeks while emergency services remain open. Provincial officials from Ontario and Manitoba are…
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Manitoba Increases Possession Limit for Largemouth Bass in Most Fishing Areas
Manitoba has raised the possession limit for largemouth bass from zero to four in most fishing locations due to illegal introductions of the non-native species. Restrictions apply to certain bodies of water, including size limits and specific possession rules. The change aims to…
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Facility Dogs Assist Victims and Families in Winnipeg Court System
Two facility dogs, Glossy and Bagel, support victims of crime and their families in Winnipeg's law courts. The dogs help reduce stress during court proceedings and interactions with victim services. The program, operated by Manitoba Justice Victim Services, began with the introdu…
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Challenges in Protecting Manitoba Wildfire Crews from Smoke Exposure
Manitoba provides disposable N95 masks and training to firefighters facing heavy smoke from wildfires. Experts note that such measures filter particles but allow hazardous gases to pass through. Additional equipment like respirators presents practical obstacles during demanding o…
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Manitoba Government to Evaluate Potential Gas Tax Reduction Over Next Month
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew stated that his government will assess a possible cut to the provincial gas tax over the next month, depending on whether gas prices decrease. The evaluation follows a two-week ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran, announced on Tuesday, which may affect…
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Manitoba Requests Canadian Military Assistance for Peguis First Nation Flood Preparation
Manitoba has requested help from the Canadian military to prepare Peguis First Nation for a potential spring flood in the Fisher River area. The province advanced $1 million to the community and is coordinating sandbag deliveries and assessments by Team Rubicon. Discussions on pe…
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Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation Declares State of Emergency Due to Mental Health Crisis
Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation in northern Manitoba has declared a state of emergency following four suicides in the past month, including three in the last two weeks. The community is seeking immediate support from provincial, federal, and First Nations partners, including mobile c…
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Manitoba Weather Forecast for April 8, 2026, Indicates Tapering Snow and Rain-Snow Mix
A weather forecast for Manitoba on April 8, 2026, predicts snow tapering off in the Parkland and Interlake regions from west to east. Along the Trans-Canada Highway, a mix of rain and snow is expected with temperatures above freezing. The forecast is issued by meteorologist Riley…
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Former University of Manitoba Law Dean Disbarred in UK and Wales Amid Ongoing Canadian Arrest Warrant
Jonathan Black-Branch, former dean of the University of Manitoba's law school, was disbarred by the Bar Standards Board in the UK and Wales in February for professional misconduct involving the misuse of university funds. This decision followed his disbarment by the Law Society o…
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Iranian-Canadians in Manitoba Express Concerns Over Ceasefire Proposal in US-Israel-Iran Conflict
A proposed 45-day ceasefire in the US-Israel conflict with Iran has been rejected by Tehran, according to Iran's state-run media. Iranian-Canadians in Winnipeg, including Ramtin Teymouri and Saeid Ghavami, worry that a temporary halt would not lead to long-term changes in Iran's…
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Bethesda Wellness Purchases Land to Expand Health Care Campus in Southeast Manitoba
Bethesda Wellness, a Steinbach-based charity, has acquired seven additional acres adjacent to its Stonebridge Wellness Centre to develop a regional medical hub for southeast Manitoba. The expansion aims to include facilities such as a hospice and spaces for short-term end-of-life…
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Three Black Bear Cubs Orphaned After Mother Shot Near Balmoral, Manitoba
Three 10-week-old black bear cubs were found calling for their mother after she was illegally shot near Balmoral, Manitoba, between March 30 and 31. The cubs, now in the care of Black Bear Rescue Manitoba, are undergoing rehabilitation before release into the wild. Conservation o…