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Manitoba remembers Pope Francis’ legacy as province mourns

People in Winnipeg are amongst the millions across the globe mourning the loss of Pope Francis, who passed on Easter Monday at the age of 88, and for catholic leaders here in Manitoba, they say while the…

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Advanced voting stations remain busy in Winnipeg

After a record-setting first day of advance voting in Canada’s federal election, the polls here in Winnipeg continue to see a steady stream of traffic. Elections Canada reported a record 2 million…

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Monday is the last day of advance voting ahead of next week’s federal election

Time is running out for voters to cast their ballots ahead of the April 28 federal election, and if advance voting numbers are any indication, Canada could see a record turnout. Friday marked the first…

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Federal party leaders to crisscross Canada in final week of election campaign

As federal election day continues to inch closer, party leaders will be journeying across Canada this week, hoping to earn voters’ confidence and come out victorious on April 28. One B.C. expert believes…

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Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff who ministered with a charming, humble style, dies at 88

Pope Francis, history’s first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor but alienated conservatives with critiques of capitalism and climate…

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Machete assault in Winnipeg leaves two teenagers in hospital with serious injuries

At approximately 3:30 am on Friday, Winnipeg police responded to the 700 block of Alverstone Street for the report of an assault with a machete. Officers located two injured individuals, and provided…
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Advanced voting stations remain busy in Winnipeg

After a record-setting first day of advance voting in Canada’s federal election, the polls here in Winnipeg continue to see a steady stream of traffic. Elections Canada reported a record 2 million…

1h ago

Monday is the last day of advance voting ahead of next week’s federal election

Time is running out for voters to cast their ballots ahead of the April 28 federal election, and if advance voting numbers are any indication, Canada could see a record turnout. Friday marked the first…

10h ago

Federal party leaders to crisscross Canada in final week of election campaign

As federal election day continues to inch closer, party leaders will be journeying across Canada this week, hoping to earn voters’ confidence and come out victorious on April 28. One B.C. expert believes…

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Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff who ministered with a charming, humble style, dies at 88

Pope Francis, history’s first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor but alienated conservatives with critiques of capitalism and climate…

5h ago

Machete assault in Winnipeg leaves two teenagers in hospital with serious injuries

At approximately 3:30 am on Friday, Winnipeg police responded to the 700 block of Alverstone Street for the report of an assault with a machete. Officers located two injured individuals, and provided…
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Advance voting lines in Winnipeg remain long on final day

A number of Winnipeggers saw longer than usual lines on the final day of advanced voting Monday. This comes after Canadians set a record for advanced voting turnout on the first day polls opened Friday. As Stef Lasuik reports, there may be multiple r

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Manitoba remembers Pope Francis’ legacy as province mourns

As the world mourns the death of Pope Francis Monday, some are reflecting on his 12-years of social justice and outreach to marginalized communities. Mitchell Ringos reports.

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Indigenous peoples react to Pope’s death

For many residential school survivors and their families, the passing of Pope Francis stirs up a mix of emotions. Beverly Andrews gets reactions from the Indigenous community as they reflect on a complicated history with the Catholic Church.

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World leaders and faithful honour Pope Francis

Leaders and devotees around the world honoured Pope Francis following news of his death. Erica Natividad with the outpouring of messages and what happens next.

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U.S. President Donald Trump is defending his defense secretary following reports that Pete Hegseth shared military attack details in a second Signal chat group. Erica Natividad reports.

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