WINNIPEG – Another board has many new faces as the province appointed four new members to the Manitoba Labour Board. “The Manitoba Labour Board plays an important role in assisting employers and employees in the resolution of labour matters,” said Minister Pedersen in a release. “We are pleased to welcome these four new members to…
UPDATE: 21 Year Old Woman Has Died Following ATV Accident
UPDATE: St. Pierre-Jolys RCMP confirmed Wednesday that the 21-year-old female driver of the ATV in the collision on April 21, has died from her injuries. ============================================================================ WINNIPEG – A 21-year-old woman is in critical condition in hospital following a serious ATV collision on Saturday at 4:20PM. St. Pierre-Jolys RCMP said the collision happened in a…
A Fierce Juggler
WINNIPEG – Jaime Hartman is a juggler. She wouldn’t describe herself that way, but when she lists off the responsibilities in her life, she’s lucky that having the ability to juggle the clock is one of her skills. For one thing, she’s a 31-year-old single mom who, by herself, moved to Winnipeg from Saskatoon with…
Letter Warns Christians of Boissevain Yoga Studio
BOISSEVAIN, Man. — As the first yoga studio prepares to open in a small southwestern Manitoba community, a letter is being circulated warning of its anti−Christian values. The typed letter warns people in the community of about 1,500 not to do yoga, saying it is dangerous for Christians. The letter is anonymous, except for a…
Group Evaluating Manitoba Film & Video Production Tax Credit
WINNIPEG – The Manitoba government has establish a working group to evaluate the Manitoba Film and Video Production Tax Credit. This group will evaluate the effectiveness and the outcomes of the tax credit including factors such as return on investment. Members of the Manitoba Film and Video Production Tax Credit working group include: Jeff Peeler…
First Nations Included in Public Health Information System
WINNIPEG, MB. – 63 First Nations will now have access to Manitoba’s public health information management system through a new information sharing agreement. The access will include comprehensive immunization records, vaccine monitoring and various other health-related information. Through the new agreement, Manitoba First Nations communities will have access to the provincial public health information management…
$2,739 Fine For Driver of Speeding Motorcycle
WINNIPEG – Sunday evening RCMP stopped a 23-year-old man on a motorcycle who is now facing a $2,739 fine and more. Sunday 7:30 PM Apr 22 on Highway #59, officers caught the 23-year-old racing his motorcycle at 180 kmh in a 100 kmh zone. In addition to the ticket, the driver faces careless driving and…
17-Year-Old Selkirk Girl Missing Since Saturday
SELKIRK – RCMP are asking for the public’s help locating a missing 17-year-old girl. Sherrie Silken Garson, 17, was last seen April 21st at approximately 2:30 PM when she left her home for a walk. Garson is described as Indigenous, 5’8”, medium build, brown eyes, with dark brown shoulder length hair. She was last seen…
Body Found on Road Side Being Treated as Homicide
WINNIPEG – RCMP report the body of a 37-year-old man found on the side of a road in Red Sucker Lake is being treated as a homicide. Monday at 10:00 am, the Island Lake RCMP responded to the call. The 37-year-old man had signs of trauma. Island Lake RCMP along with the Major Crime Unit…
It’s The 8th Time as One of Canada’s Greenest Employer’s
WINNIPEG – Red River College has been named one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for 2018 for the eighth straight year. This annual award recognizes RRC’s environmentally friendly policies and programs that continue to successfully engage staff in their sustainability efforts on campus and at home. In surveys conducted over the past two years, 90 per…