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Manitoba government taking Sobeys to municipal board over property controlsThe Manitoba government is challenging property contracts held by Sobeys, claiming the grocery giant is making it more difficult for competitors to enter the market.EconomyApr 30
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Alberta ‘monitoring’ other youth social media bansManitoba says it will ban 'social media and AI chatbots' for youth and children. Ontario says it's also considering a ban, while Saskatchewan says it will be getting feedback.PoliticsApr 27
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Manitoba could fine social media companies billions if youth ban not enforced: KinewPremier Wab Kinew said he's looking to ban social media for those 16 and under, but still did not specify when such legislation would be tabled.CanadaApr 28
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Canada has a new searchable flood risk tool. You just can’t search it yet.Canada's new searchable flood risk tool will only be available in provinces and territories that opt in to the program, a move that's frustrated some flood risk experts.EnvironmentMay 5
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Meth detention and other health-care issues dominate first day of legislature sittingA recently built protective care centre in Winnipeg has started to detain people intoxicated with meth and other drugs for up to 72 hours, Premier Wab Kinew said Wednesday.PoliticsMar 4
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Indigenous leaders outline priorities for spring sitting of ParliamentFrom clean drinking water legislation to self-government and better infrastructure, Indigenous leaders say they're looking for action from Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government.CanadaFeb 21
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Province to review case of Winnipeg woman who died after 30-hour ER waitThe Manitoba government says there will be two reviews into the death of a woman who waited for care for hours in a Winnipeg hospital.HealthNov 27, 2025
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More consultation, possible delay offered by Manitoba government on consumption siteThe Manitoba government promised more consultation Tuesday with inner-city residents and business owners upset about a planned supervised drug consumption site.TrendingDec 9, 2025
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Liberals are being ‘dishonest’ about future of pharmacare, NDP saysNDP interim leader Don Davies said the government's response to a commissioned report on the program was 'shockingly dismissive,' and the health minister has not committed to act.HealthDec 2, 2025
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Big projects highlighted in Manitoba throne speechManitoba's 43rd speech from the throne is putting a big focus on some major infrastructure, health care, and measures to combat crime.PoliticsNov 18, 2025
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Winnipeg sobering centre will hold 20 patients, provide medical assessmentsLegislation passed Nov. 5 allows people under the influence of methamphetamine and other drugs to be detained for up to 72 hours, up from 24.CrimeNov 17, 2025
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Major projects list has some Indigenous support, but more needed: CarneyPrime Minister Mark Carney says his list of major projects has received support from some Indigenous groups, but more will be needed.EconomyNov 14, 2025
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Manitoba passes bill to allow highly intoxicated people to be detained for up to 3 daysPeople high on meth and other drugs will soon face the possibility of being detained for up to three days, under a bill passed by the Manitoba legislature Wednesday.PoliticsNov 5, 2025
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Unpaid leave in B.C. for ‘catastrophic’ illness, injury to be extended: EbyEby told a news conference in Victoria that the change would take effect this fall if the bill is passed by his New Democrat majority government.HealthOct 20, 2025
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First Nations leaders to meet in Winnipeg to talk major infrastructure projectsNational Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak says the assembly will hear diverse opinions, including from First Nations leaders who are in support and those who are reluctant.PoliticsSep 3, 2025
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Canada wants to sell LNG to Germany. Critics say it’s a race against timeEnergy Minister Tim Hodgson said the goal being sold by Canadian proponents to German buyers 'is being able to ship in as little as five years.'EconomyAug 27, 2025
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Manitoba Indigenous groups agree to work together on major infrastructure projectsThe Southern Chiefs' Organization, which represents 32 Anishinaabe and Dakota First Nations in the province, and the Manitoba Métis Federation have signed a five-year agreement.PoliticsAug 13, 2025
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Métis leaders optimistic after meeting with Carney on major projects lawMétis leaders left a meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney on Thursday saying they're confident they will be included in talks about major projects Ottawa hopes to fast-track.CanadaAug 7, 2025
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Ontario adds British Columbia and others to trade agreements, taking list to 10On Monday afternoon, at the edge of a major summit in Ontario involving the country's premiers and prime minister, Doug Ford announced deals aimed at improving domestic trade.PoliticsJul 21, 2025
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Carney says he’s ‘here to listen’ to First Nations on major projects lawThe closed-door meeting was promised by Carney in June after chiefs said their rights were not respected by the rush to push the Building Canada Act through Parliament in June.CanadaJul 17, 2025