First Nations displaced by storm share concerns, frustrations with Scheer campaign
Premier Brian Pallister had declared a state of emergency early Sunday morning. Continue reading
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Liberals face uphill climb in Winnipeg as Tories bank on carbon tax fight: experts
The Conservatives, who already hold the majority of seats in Manitoba outside Winnipeg, are banking on the federal government’s backstop carbon tax. Continue reading
Winnipeg declares state of emergency after devastating storm grips city
Winnipeg’s mayor has declared a state of local emergency as the city grapples with the aftermath of a devastating snow storm. Continue reading
‘This is a significant challenge’: Manitoba still working to restore power, under official state of emergency
By Amber McGuckin Reporter
Manitoba is under a state of emergency while thousands of people across the province remain without power. Continue reading
Manitoba Premier preparing to declare state of emergency after snow storm
Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister says he is in the process of declaring a state of emergency following a request from Manitoba Hydro. Continue reading
Manitoba’s economic outlook continues to be weak, say economists
By Amber McGuckin Reporter
Initial fall numbers show a slow growth in Manitoba’s economy says the Conference Board of Canada. Continue reading
Manitoba Securities Commission warns about ‘high-risk’ investment offer
The Manitoba Securities Commission (MSC) is warning to be wary of a U.S.-based company claiming to be able to convert plastic waste into fuel that’s looking for investors in Manitoba. Continue reading
More details needed in Manitoba response to Tina Fontaine report: youth advocate
Manitoba’s advocate for children and youth says more needs to be done in response to the Tina Fontaine report if the government is to keep children in care safe. Continue reading
Rate drop in the works for Manitoba drivers, says MPI
The insurance provider had originally requested a 0.1 per cent rate increase, but MPI is now asking the public utilities board for a 0.6 per cent decrease. Continue reading
Manitoba lifts some exceptions under the Canadian Free Trade Agreement
Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister is joining his Alberta counterpart in removing a number of its exceptions under the Canadian Free Trade Agreement. Continue reading