WINNIPEG, MB – The Manitoba government has appointed Julie Frederickson and Kusham Sharma as provincial court judges to serve in Winnipeg, Justice Minister Heather Stefanson announced today. “The role of a judge with the provincial court is among the most important in Manitoba’s justice system,” said Stefanson. “I am confident these two distinguished individuals will…
Manitoba Bison Justus Alleyn Named to Canada West Three Stars
WINNIPEG, MB – A Manitoba Bison was selected as one of the Three Stars of the Week in the Canada West conference. Justus Alleyn was named the second star. The Bison men’s basketball fifth year guard and co-captain Alleyn, continued to add to his incredible fifth and final season with the Bisons, as he was…
Mayor Announces the Community Leadership Scholarships
WINNIPEG, MB – Mayor Bowman encouraged grade twelve students to submit their application for The Mayor’s Scholarship for Community Leadership this week. Community leadership can be demonstrated through activities that promote racial and social inclusion, drive reconciliation, encourage environmental stewardship, and support or empower Winnipeg’s less fortunate. “It’s great to offer this opportunity again this…
RCMP Investigating the Disappearance of a Cross Lake Man
WINNIPEG, MB – Cross Lake RCMP are investigating the disappearance of a 36-year-old man from Cross Lake. Kelly Harrison Thunderchild Muskego, 36, from Cross Lake, was last seen leaving a party at a home on February 8, 2018. Police describe Kelly as Indigenous, 5’11” and 200 pounds. The RCMP is deploying the Search and Rescue…
A $460 Million Expansion for Portage la Prairie Company
PORTAGE LA PRAIRIE, MB – Portage la Prairie based company, Simplot will invest $460 million to expand operations by more than double it’s current size and create 100 jobs. Premier Brian Pallister and Minister Ralph Eichler were joined today by Mark McKellar from J. R. Simplot Company to make the announcement of this major investment…
Steinbach Man Dies in Snowmobile Collision
WINNIPEG, MB – A 25-year-old Steinbach man has died from a snowmobile collision near Falcon Lake. The collision occurred Tuesday, just after 11:30 am on the Can Am Trail, approximately 40 kilometres south of Falcon Lake in the RM of Reynolds. A 54-year-old male and a 25-year-old male, both from Steinbach, were headed south on…
Opinion – It Ain’t Easy Being Mayor – or a City Councillor, For That Matter
WINNIPEG, MB – When Brian Bowman took office three and a half years ago, he did so with a bright eye and a light step. He had dreams of a stronger more vibrant, forward looking city and he shared them with us. We were excited with him, looking forward to a modernized transit corridor, the…
24-Year-Old Brandon Woman Refuses to Leave Bar
BRANDON, MB – Brandon police charge a 46-year-old with impaired driving and a 24-year-old female who refused to leave a bar. Tuesday around 3:20 a.m., Police stopped a vehicle in the 900 Block of Dennis Street. The female driver of the vehicle displayed signs of impairment and was taken to the Police Service building. Breath…
Skyrocketing Labour Costs Leaving Youth Workers in the Lurch, says CFIB
WINNIPEG, MB – Fairer tax measures and incentives for innovation and youth hiring are at the top of small business owners’ priorities for the upcoming federal budget, submitted by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB). “With tax season rapidly approaching, Canadian small business owners are telling us that the government’s proposed tax changes are…
Canada’s Lawes and Morris defeat Swiss to Win Gold
WINNIPEG, MB – Winnipeg’s Kaitlyn Lawes and teammate John Morris are bringing home an Olympic gold medal after defeating the defending World Champions from Switzerland 10-3 in the first-ever mixed doubles curling event on Tuesday. The game was indicative of the entire event for the Canadian duo. After losing their first game of the tournament,…