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Major drinking water project in RM of Macdonald

A major drinking water project is now complete in the RM of Macdonald, with more underway to support future growth. A new water reservoir and pumping station located along Highway 3 will provide reliable...

8h ago

Back-to-school costs adding up for Manitoba parents: 'Everything is crazy expensive'

With back to school under a week away, Winnipeg families are spending their final days of summer at shopping centres. For many parents, this time of year comes with a heavy cost – even just for the...

9h ago

‘More visible homelessness’ on Winnipeg streets as city clears out more encampments

Up to 200 people are sleeping on Winnipeg streets, according to a new report by the city. This comes after hundreds of encampments were cleared out over the last few months. “It’s good to see...

9h ago

Winnipeg manufacturers splitting $15.9M from Ottawa to offset impact of U.S. tariffs

New federal money is on the way to Winnipeg manufacturers as Ottawa looks to strengthen Canadian businesses amid growing trade tensions with the U.S. Nearly $16 million is earmarked for 15 manufacturing...

10h ago

2 arrested, weapons seized after heavy police presence in Westwood area

Two men were taken into custody following an operation that saw several Winnipeg police vehicles converge on the Westwood neighbourhood Thursday morning. The Winnipeg Police Service tells CityNews it...

11h ago

Manitoba government increasing rent exemption threshold to $2K in 2027

The Manitoba government says it will increase the rent exemption threshold to $2,000 beginning Jan. 1, 2027. The province is describing it as the “largest expansion of rent control in decades.” The...

12h ago

Manitoba woman accused of forging doctor's note to postpone sentencing hearing

Mounties in southern Manitoba say a woman was rearrested this week and accused of submitting a forged doctor's note to court. RCMP say officers received a report Monday about a woman facing sentencing...

12h ago

Manitoba’s labour board to hear government request on essential status for lab staff

The Manitoba Labour Board is scheduled to hear a request next week that medical laboratory staff be deemed essential workers — the same day they're set to go on strike. Labour Minister Malaya...

15h ago

Air Canada introduces three new European routes beginning next summer

Air Canada will be flying to three new destinations non-stop next summer as well as adding new flights to popular destinations. In a press release, the airline said starting Summer 2027, they will be...

16h ago

Climate groups want more environmental action from next Winnipeg city council

With Winnipeg’s municipal election exactly eight weeks away, climate groups in the city are sharing their key priorities for the next batch of elected officials. The “People’s Climate Mandate”...

September 2, 2026 4:49 pm CST CST