MANITOBA – Over $1.5 trillion in business assets will be in play over the next decade, as 76 per cent of Manitoba small business owners (72 per cent nationally) intend to exit their business, according to a new survey by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB). “Successful business sales or transfers can save or…
Use Caution Around Snowplows
MANITOBA – It’s time to start thinking about winter driving again. The snow is here and motorists are reminded to use caution when passing snowplows. The province has about 300 truck-plows, de-icing equipment and motor graders. All equipment has flashing blue warning lights and drivers should stay well back of all equipment. Manitobans should not…
Paramedics Have New Tool To Deal With Meth Users
MANITOBA – Paramedics will soon have a new tool to help them treat patients on Methamphetamine. Olanzapine is an anti-psychotic medication that helps lessen the severity of symptoms such as agitation for meth users. Manitoba is the first jurisdiction in Canada to sanction the use of Olanzapine to paramedics. The medication is an oral disintegrating…
Emergency Alert Test Message Scheduled
MANITOBA – An Alert Ready public awareness test message is scheduled to take place in Manitoba on Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2018 at 1:55 p.m. The emergency alert test message will be distributed through radio, cable and satellite TV broadcasters, web feeds and to compatible wireless devices. Not all Manitobans will receive the test alert on…
Online Shopping Safety Tips
The Consumer Protection Office (CPO) of Manitoba has tips and resources available to Manitobans to shop safely online during the holiday season and year-round. Online shopping can offer convenience, specialty items and attractive sales. However, it is important that consumers stay safe when shopping online. The CPO recommends shopping with recognizable and trusted businesses. If…
No-Protest Zones Around Abortion Clinics Could Erode Rights – Premier
WINNIPEG — Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister says an Opposition call for buffer zones around abortion clinics and hospitals would be a slippery slope toward taking away some freedoms. NDP house leader Nahanni Fontaine has introduced a private member’s bill proposing a ban on protesters within up to 150 metres of facilities where abortions take place.…
Ten Police Receive Excellence in Law Enforcement Awards
Ten Police officers from across Manitoba have been recognized for their outstanding contribution to their communities. The Excellence in Law Enforcement Awards are awarded for exceptional dedication to public safety. The awards were presented yesterday evening at the Manitoba Association of Chiefs of Police Excellence in Policing Awards dinner. This year’s recipients are: Staff Sgt.…
Marty Gold has Questions for Police & Councillors
The backlog earlier this year at the Ombudsman’s Office was indeed, a sign that the Winnipeg Police Service was targeted by a series of Freedom Of Information requests and there was subsequent jockeying of information and redactions. Now, news reports about FOI results provided by the Winnipeg Police Service paints the brass, if not Chief…
Paramedics Honoured for Exemplary Service
MANITOBA – Health, Seniors and Active Living Minister Cameron Friesen presented national honours for exemplary service to 22 Manitoba paramedics at the Legislative Building today. “The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Exemplary Service medal is a Governor General award that recognizes paramedics who have provided commendable service for a minimum of 20 years,” said Friesen. “I’m…
$5.3 Million Committed for Hip, Knee and Cataract Surgeries
Manitobans on a waiting list will now have new hope as the government has committed more than $5.3 million to increase hip replacements, knee replacements and cataract surgeries in 2019. “Manitoba patients deserve better health care sooner and that includes reducing the time they wait for priority procedures,” said Minister Cameron Friesen. “As we streamline…