Edmonton's MacEwan University announced Tuesday that Annette Trimbee, who spent almost 30 years working for Alberta's government, will become the institution's new president and vice-chancellor in August.

A new report calls for more work placement programs for post-secondary students in Manitoba, especially at small and medium-size businesses.

Mayor Brian Bowman addressed the issue of racism in Winnipeg at a news conference Thursday following the release of a Maclean's cover feature on the subject.