Scott Fielding

• Weather may impact start of Manitoba’s fishing season, wildlife federation says

  Fishing season kicks off in Manitoba's southern division Saturday, but as with many outdoor activities across the province, it's being impacted by recent wet weather.

  Environment

  May 13
  
• Manitoba to upgrade water bomber fleet ahead of forest fire season

  The province says it has now spent $4.1 million over the past three years to support its fleet of seven water bombers.

  Politics

  Apr 27
  
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• Ice fishing season coming to an end in southern Manitoba

  The ice fishing season officially ends April 3.

  Environment

  Mar 29
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• Manitoba finance minister promises ‘fresh start’ with public sector unions

  The Manitoba government says it will repeal a wage-freeze bill for public-sector workers, despite a recent court victory.

  Politics

  Nov 24, 2021
• Manitoba ends fiscal year $2.1B in deficit mostly thanks to COVID-19

  Scott Fielding said spending to stem COVID-19 waves and lower revenue from taxes and Crown services means the budget was not balanced for the fiscal years 2020-21.

  Economy

  Sep 23, 2021
• Manitoba politician loses assignment after supporting leadership candidate

  The Tories have scheduled a leadership vote for Oct. 30 to replace Premier Brian Pallister.

  Politics

  Aug 24, 2021
• Winnipeg’s St. James Civic Centre to see multi-million dollar expansion

  'The St. James Civic Centre expansion will enhance our community and benefit residents of all ages.," Manitoba Finance Minister, Scott Fielding says.

  Politics

  Jul 30, 2021
• Manitoba looking to raise electricity rates 2.5 per cent each year for 3 years

  Manitoba Hydro had asked for a 3.5 per cent increase this year to help pay off billions of dollars in debt.

  Economy

  Jul 8, 2021
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• Manitoba to start mailing rebate cheques for education property tax rebates

  The province said Friday it will be sending out around 700,000 education property tax rebate cheques in the mail in the next week, totaling almost $250 million.

  Money

  May 21, 2021
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• Manitoba to mandate paid leave for worker COVID-19 vaccinations

  Manitoba workers will be able to take a three-hour paid leave to receive a COVID-19 vaccination, Finance Minister Scott Fielding announced Tuesday.

  Health

  May 11, 2021