WINNIPEG, MB – Providing an alternative to national chains and online options, there’s a brand new local shop in St. Vital Centre where women can shop for trendy and contemporary plus-size clothing. Orchidée Fashion Boutique is a brand new retail concept, specializing in sizes 10 and up, and stocking brands that are specifically tailored to…
OPINION – Spaying And Neutering Take Their Toll
WINNIPEG, MB – For several decades the majority of North American dog and cat owners have routinely sterilized their pets. It is, we are told, the best way to keep unwanted litters from overcrowding shelters and to avoid the need to euthanize hundreds of animals annually. Most pet shelters make sterilization a requirement for adoption.…
New Changes to Indigenous Child Care Plans
WINNIPEG, MB. – New amendments have been introduced to the Child and Family Services Act that would allow Indigenous communities to include their own customs in their child care plans. “Supporting customary care is a key aspect of Manitoba’s overall plan to transform child welfare,” said Minister Scott Fielding. “These ground-breaking amendments are a first…
Where You Can and Can’t Smoke Pot
WINNIPEG, MB. – Changes are moving forward In preparation for the federal legalization of recreational cannabis. The changes will be consistent with the approach taken to alcohol under The Liquor and Gaming Control Act. Once proclaimed, the bill would prohibit smoking and vaping cannabis in outdoor public places once recreational use of the drug is…
Arrest Made in 2015 Murder of Crystal Andrews
WINNIPEG, MB – The RCMP have arrested and charged a man in the death of 22-year-old Crystal Andrews who was last seen by her family and friends two and half years ago. It was early in the morning on November 8, 2015, when Crystal Andrews headed home from an after party, following a Halloween social…
Rural Municipalities Get More Input Into Economic Development
WINNIPEG, MB. – Rural municipalities will get more input into opportunities for their economic development with the modernization of The Planning Act. “Our government has worked extensively with municipalities and industry to see how improvements could be made to our existing regulatory framework,” said Minister Jeff Wharton. “This new legislation strengthens our government’s commitment to…
Morden Crime Report
MORDEN, MB. – Morden Police are asking for your help involving an incident on March 14 at around 2:30 pm. A car was parked int he parking lot of the Royal Bank and during the 15 minutes that is was there someone keyed the windshield. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call…
New Legislation Protects Investors
WINNIPEG, MB. – The Manitoba Government has introduced legislation to protect investors and ensure that investment dealers follow the rules by strengthening the abilities of the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC). IIROC is the regulator of investment dealers and is recognized by and operates under authority delegated by the Manitoba Securities Commission (MSC).…
It’s Fix a Leak Week
WINNIPEG, MB. It’s Fix a Leak Week in Winnipeg and the city is encouraging you to take the opportunity to check your plumbing. Plumbing leaks can waste water 24 hours a day, seven days a week and can cost customers hundreds of dollars each year. The majority of leaks occur in the bathroom and the…
Justus Alleyn Will Play For Team Canada
WINNIPEG, MB – Justus Alleyn of the Manitoba Bison’s men’s basketball team was selected to play for Team Canada at the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games this April. “I’m really excited for the opportunity to represent Canada and the University of Manitoba on the international stage again,” commented Alleyn. “Can’t wait to get to Australia…