THOMPSON, MB. – The Thompson RCMP executed multiple search warrants and and with the help of Police Service Dog Egan, seized over 23 ounces of cocaine. RCMP said in a news release, that on December 22, a search warrant was executed at a home on Yale Avenue, in Thompson Manitoba. Police Service Dog Egan, working…
Province Invites You to Education Summit
WINNIPEG, MB. – Manitobans are invited to participate in a three-day collaborative process to co-develop a cradle-to-careers literacy and numeracy strategy that will focus on building a stronger foundation for Manitoba’s children, youth and adult learners, Minister Ian Wishart said in a news release. “We are committed to making Manitoba the most improved province in…
CentrePort – A Catalyst for Growth in Winnipeg
WINNIPEG, MB. – CentrePort Canada is North America’s largest tri-modal inland port; a unique hub for the distribution of goods to North American and global markets. With 20,000 acres of prime industrial land in both the City of Winnipeg (CentrePort South) and the R.M. of Rosser (CentrePort North), CentrePort is a transformational project for Manitoba…
Manitoba’s Lt.-Gov. Janice Filmon is Calling for Nominations
WINNIPEG, MB. – Lt.-Gov. Janice Filmon is encouraging people to nominate a worthy Manitoban who has provided prolonged and meritorious service in the preservation and promotion of Manitoba history for an award, presented in consultation with the Manitoba Historical Society. “It is a pleasure to formally recognize Manitobans who take such pride in preserving and…
Province Wants Changes to Early Learning and Child Care
WINNIPEG, MB. – The Manitoba government is proposing amendments to the province’s early learning and child care legislation that would reduce red tape, address gaps, and enhance governance and accountability, Minister Scott Fielding said in a news release. “We have heard from child-care providers and other key stakeholders the current legislation is complicated and outdated,”…
Personal Debt Among Students and Grandparents a Rising Concern
WINNIPEG, MB. – The federal government is writing off $178 million in student debt again this year. Moreover, in 2016, the Trudeau government declared that students do not have to repay their Canada Student Loan until they’re earning at least $25,000 per year. Average student debt was $26,819 in 2017. In the United States, it’s…
Selkirk RCMP Need Help Locating a Missing 18-year-old Girl
Selkirk, MB. – RCMP in Selkirk are asking for the publics help in locating a missing 18-year-old female. RCMP received a call on December 5th around 3:30 pm regarding a missing person from a home on Lockport Road in the RM of St. Andrews, Manitoba. Lisa Chubb, 18, was last seen at that home on…
Frontiers North Adventures Release First Sustainability Report
WINNIPEG, MB. – Frontiers North Adventures, a leader in sustainable tourism in Canada’s North, has released its first sustainability report setting a benchmark for responsible growth. The report uses the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), the international standard in sustainability reporting, to assess its environmental and social impact. “We feel it’s our responsibility to help maintain…
New Year’s Levee at the Manitoba Legislative Building
WINNIPEG, MB. – The Queen’s representative in Manitoba, Lt.-Gov. Janice Filmon invites all Manitobans to attend the annual New Year’s Levee at the Manitoba Legislative Building. This traditional event will take place on Monday, Jan. 1 between 2:30 and 4 p.m. Lt.-Gov. Filmon and His Honour, Gary Filmon, will greet guests in the Blue Room,…
A Little Break in the Frigid Weather for Manitoba
WINNIPEG, MB. – The extreme cold continues today in Winnipeg and most of Manitoba but, it will warm up slightly, because wind chills will drop in the province during the week. Winnipeg will have mostly sunny skies tomorrow with the wind becoming northwest 20 km/h in the morning. The high for Wednesday will be around…