WINNIPEG, MB – Red River College (RRC) was awarded the Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters (CME) Manitoba distinguished Partner Award. The award recognizes Red River as a leader in training, programming and applied research for the province’s aerospace and manufacturing industries. “As Manitoba’s largest institute of applied learning we are proud to play a critical role…
VIDEO – Mayor Bowman Deliveries State of the City Address
WINNIPEG, MB – Winnipeg Mayor Brian Bowman, who quietly announced he will be seeking a second term in the chair, delivered a pre-election style State of the Union address. You can watch the address here; Mayor Bowman’s focused on four elements including the elimination of the business tax, Winnipeg is the only city with one,…
Winning Lotto 6/49 Numbers
WINNIPEG, MB – There was no winning ticket purchased for last nights Lotto 6-49 draw which means the jackpot is now an estimated $7 million dollars for the Saturday, March 28th draw. Here are the numbers from the March 24th, 2018 draw; The Lotto Max draw for Friday, March 30th is an estimated $10 million…
Wanted by RCMP But Do Not Approach
WINNIPEG, MB – Manitoba RCMP are asking for the public’s help locating Donald Massan but are warning the public not to approach him. Massan, who is 30-years-old from Thompson, is wanted by RCMP for various crimes including possession of weapon for a dangerous purpose, assault with a weapon and uttering threats. RCMP said Massan is…
Las Vegas Shooting Survivor, Parkland Students and Others “March For Our Lives”
WORLD NEWS – Amid the hundreds of thousands of Americans rallying in Washington, D.C. on Saturday was one survivor from the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history. Nathan Frandino has more in this Reuters News video report. Parkland Student to Politicians: ‘The voters are coming’ Cameron Kasky, a student from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High…
Queen’s Council Designation Returns to Manitoba
WINNIPEG, MB.- Manitoba lawyers who demonstrate exceptional merit will once again be recognized, as the government introduces new legislation that will reinstate the Queen’s Council designation. (Q.C.) “Our province benefits from the expertise, integrity and dedication of the many excellent lawyers practising in Manitoba,” said Minister Heather Stefanson. “I am pleased to introduce legislation that…
Stradford Famous for Festival, Bieber, & Now Driverless Cars
WORLD NEWS – Stradford Ontario famous for the Stradtford Festival, Justin Bieber and now the home of driverless cars that can see in the snow. Chip maker Renesas is developing driverless cars in the Ontario city that can navigate in the snow even when road markings aren’t visible. Fred Katayama has more in this Reuters…
Parental Leave Extended
WINNIPEG, MB.- Manitobans will soon have extended parental leave as well as leave for individuals to care for a critically ill family member. The announcement was made by Minister Blaine Pederson. The minister noted the proposed legislation would make several changes to the Employment Standards Code, including: extending parental leave from 37 weeks to 63…
An Iowa Family of Four Found Dead in Mexico
WORLD NEWS – An Iowa family of four on vacation in a Mexican seaside resort was found dead inside a condominium, but foul play was not suspected, authorities and a family member said on Friday. Creston Police Chief, Paul Vermeer, describes the situation in this Reuters News video feed.
Brave French Police Officer Who Took Place of a Hostage Dies
WORLD NEWS – A gendarme who was shot three times after voluntarily taking the place of a hostage during a supermarket siege in southwestern France on Friday has died, France announced on Saturday. Scarlett Cvitanovich has more in this Reuters News video report.