WINNIPEG, MB. – Health Canada and Pfizer announced that currently there is a shortage for the EpiPen auto-injectors. Pfizer said the shortage for the EpiPen auto-injectors in the 0.3 mg format (DIN 00509558) due to a manufacturing disruption and is currently anticipated to be resolved by March 2, 2018. The shortage does not impact EpiPen…
42-Year-Old Morris Woman Facing Multiple Charges
WINNIPEG, MB. – A 42 -year-old woman who lied to police has now been charged in in relation to several break and enters and thefts, said Morris RCMP. On Sunday, January 14, officers from the Morris RCMP responded to a call of a suspicious person walking down a back lane who was carrying a wide…
Amazon Go Opens in Seattle
BUSINESS NEWS – Amazon opened its checkout-free grocery store. The experiment could dramatically alter brick-and-mortar retail. Aleksandra Michalska has more information in this Reuters News video report. Kevin Klein, Manitoba Post Photo is screen shot
Manju Lodha and Ray Dirks Recognized by Lieutenant Governor
WINNIPEG, MB. – Lt.-Gov. Janice Filmon presented the 2017 Lieutenant Governor’s Award for the Advancement of Interreligious Understanding at a ceremony at Government House. The award was presented jointly to Ms. Manju Lodha and Mr. Ray Dirks. For more than 10 years, Lodha and Dirks have worked together to promote understanding, respect and acceptance for…
New High Demand Sector Program Offered at RRC
WINNIPEG, MB. – A new program, Architectural Technology, which is in a high demand sector will be offered at Red River College beginning in September of this year. The diploma program will prepare students for career success in the fields of architecture, engineering and construction. “As industry evolves in Manitoba, it’s important that we continue…
Province Announces Nominations Open
WINNIPEG, MB. – Do you know someone worthy of the national Emergency Management Exemplary Service Award (EMESA)? The award recognizes individuals who have advanced the concepts of emergency management, Minister Ron Schuler announced, nominations are now open. “This award recognizes women and men for exceptional service and achievement in the field of emergency management who…
VIDEO – Americans Answer Basic Questions About Canada
VIDEO OF THE DAY – We enjoy sharing the lighter side of life with you through videos. Please share them with your friends on Facebook and Twitter. In today’s video, Buzz Feed has American’s answer some basic questions about Canada and the answer’s are hilarious. Click play and enjoy the video; Kevin Klein, Manitoba Post…
The 10 Nominees for “Red Tape Warriors”
WINNIPEG, MB. – In advance of Red Tape Awareness Week 2018, the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) is unveiling the finalists for the Golden Scissors Award — the annual prize recognizing politicians, public servants, or other Canadians showing leadership in cutting red tape for small business. “These are good-news stories of governments walking the…
Province Providing More Than $1.4 Million in Grants
WINNIPEG, MB. – The Manitoba government will be providing more than $1.4 million in grants to projects for non-profit and community-led organizations, community-driven neighbourhood revitalization and local community development projects, Minister Jeff Wharton officially announced. “Our government will continue to provide support to projects that have long-term benefits to Manitoba communities,” said Wharton. “By partnering…
Pow-Wow Photo Wins People’e Choice Award
WINNIPEG, MB. – Melanie Gray took a photo that has won the Poeple’s Choice Award. The photo was selected in a national exhibition of crowd-sourced photographs at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR). The winning picture is that of young girls claiming their culture through pow wow dancing. “One of my favorite things about…