Major Investment in Smaller Class Sizes Will Mean More One-on-one Attention for Students: Premier
The Manitoba government is moving forward to reduce kindergarten to Grade 3 class sizes with the first phase of its infrastructure plan to add additional classrooms across the province,...June 19, 2013
Another First for Geothermal in Manitoba: Chomiak
The Stanley Business Centre, which officially opened today, features the first district geothermal system in the province that exclusively serves office buildings, Innovation, Energy and...June 19, 2013
New Program Helping More Manitobans Access Cancer Services Sooner
A new CancerCare Manitoba program is helping more Manitobans get diagnosed and treated for cancer sooner, Health Minister Theresa Oswald announced today. “The Manitoba government is...June 18, 2013
Premier Meets With Community Leaders, Crews Battling Northern Wildfires
Premier Greg Selinger and Infrastructure and Transportation Minister Steve Ashton, minister responsible for emergency measures, are meeting community leaders and fire-attack crews in Ilford...June 18, 2013
Province Helping to Support Students to Create a More Sustainable Environment for the Future: Allan
The province is supporting many environmental initiatives in schools to help teach students how to protect their environment now and into the future with more than $40,000 in Education for...June 18, 2013
Manitoba Strengthens Quality of Math Education With Revisions to Kindergarten to Grade 8 Curriculum
Education Minister Nancy Allan today announced the release of a newly revised kindergarten to Grade 8 math curriculum. “By working with our education partners to strengthen the...June 17, 2013
Province, City Launch New Splash Pad for St. James Families at St. James-Assiniboia Centennial Pool Complex
Children and families will be keeping cool this summer thanks to the new splash pad added to the St. James-Assiniboia Centennial Pool complex that was officially opened today by Healthy Living,...June 14, 2013
Construction to Begin on New Seven Oaks Arena
Winnipeg, Man.– It was an exciting day in Garden City this afternoon as ground was broken at the site of the new 100,000-square-foot Seven Oaks Arena. Premier Greg...June 14, 2013
Manitobans and Visitors Encouraged to Enjoy Province's Summer Festivals: Marcelino
Manitobans and visitors are encouraged to head out this summer and enjoy some of the great festivals taking place across the province, Culture, Heritage and Tourism Minister Flor Marcelino said...June 14, 2013
Province Honours Service Excellence
Outstanding contributions by provincial employees in the service of government and Manitoba communities were formally recognized by Premier Greg Selinger today at the 15th annual Manitoba...June 14, 2013
Province Honours 10 Students for their Contributions to Healthy Living
Premier Greg Selinger and Healthy Living, Seniors and Consumer Affairs Minister Jim Rondeau presented 10 outstanding Grade 12 students with the Premier’s Healthy Living Award for Youth at...June 14, 2013
Manitoba to Recognize World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
The Province will mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day tomorrow by renewing its commitment to keeping Manitoba seniors safe and working with communities to recognize the many contributions...June 14, 2013
Province Continues to Help Northern, Remote Communities Build and Upgrade Recreational Facilities with Community Places Program
Northern and remote communities can once again apply for grants to improve their recreational and community facilities through the Community Places Program – North, Housing and...June 13, 2013
Manitobans Reminded to Practise Heat, Sun Safety this Summer
Manitoba Health is reminding Manitobans to prepare for exposure to heat and ultraviolet rays from the sun this summer. Heat affects the body’s ability to regulate its...June 13, 2013
Province Provides $350,000 to Support St. Boniface Cathedral Renewal Project
The Manitoba government is providing more than $350,000 to support the St. Boniface Cathedral Renewal Project to preserve the cathedral for future generations, Culture, Heritage and Tourism...June 13, 2013
New Technology will Ensure Safety of Chemotherapy Drugs for Manitobans who need them
A new, state-of-the-art system developed by a Winnipeg-based company will prepare chemotherapy drugs with a high degree of precision, helping CancerCare Manitoba enhance patient and staff...June 13, 2013
Province, Hydro, First Nations Partner to Create Jobs and Save Power with Geothermal
Innovation, Energy and Mines Minister Dave Chomiak, minister responsible for Manitoba Hydro, and Manitoba Hydro president Scott Thomson announced today that residents of the Peguis and...June 12, 2013
Manitoba Building and Renewal Plan Invests in Polo Park Area Roads
A major provincial investment will soon result in better driving conditions for residents of Winnipeg in one of the city’s busiest areas, Premier Greg Selinger announced today. ...June 12, 2013
Province Announces Oswald Sawh New CEO of Communities Economic Development Fund
Following an extensive executive search, Oswald Sawh has been chosen as the new chief executive officer by the board of directors of the Communities Economic Development Fund (CEDF), Aboriginal...June 11, 2013
Fire Bulletin #4
Manitoba Conservation and Water Stewardship, the Office of the Fire Commissioner, the Manitoba Emergency Measures Organization, Manitoba Health, Emergency Social Services and local authorities...June 11, 2013
Province Creates New Ultrasound Training Program
New funding in Budget 2013 will create an ultrasound training program at Red River College to help ensure patients can access the vital diagnostic tests they need, Advanced Education and...June 10, 2013
Red River Bridge on PR204 in City of Selkirk Scheduled for Maintenance Improvements
Manitoba Infrastructure and Transportation advises that inspection and maintenance of the lift span on the Red River Bridge on PR 204 in the city of Selkirk will require closing the bridge,...June 10, 2013
Fire Bulletin #3
Manitoba Conservation and Water Stewardship, the Office of the Fire Commissioner, the Manitoba Emergency Measures Organization, Manitoba Health, Emergency Social Services and local...June 10, 2013
Provincial Government, Gordon Bell Celebrate New Athletic Field
Premier Greg Selinger joined students and staff of Gordon Bell High School today to celebrate the opening of the school’s first athletic field and community space for students and...June 10, 2013
Manitoba's Newest Water Bomber Joins Fleet in Battling Northern Fires
The Manitoba government is better prepared to protect Manitobans from the threat of wildfires than ever, with the addition of a fourth new Bombardier CL-415 turboprop water bomber to the...June 10, 2013
Manitoba Stands with Producers in Supporting Latest Federal Action on COOL: Kostyshyn
The province supports the Government of Canada in identifying a list of potential products for possible retaliatory tariffs in response to the United States’ continued unwillingness to...June 10, 2013
Horse Seized in RM of St. Andrews
On Tuesday, June 4, the Office of the Chief Veterinarian seized one horse due to identified concerns over the health, care and well-being of this animal. The animal was seized under the...June 7, 2013
Anthrax Update
The North Dakota state department of agriculture is reporting its first confirmed case of Anthrax for 2013 in an unvaccinated beef cow. The cow was located in Hettinger County, in the...June 7, 2013
More Staff, Equipment Upgrades Will Benefit Patients: Oswald
More staff and new renovations at the Medical Transportation Co-ordination Centre (MTCC) will help Manitoba families during their time of need, Health Minister Theresa Oswald announced today. ...June 7, 2013
Free Park Entry, Free Family Fishing This Weekend
A Manitoba fishing licence will not be required on June 8 and 9, and entry to provincial parks will be free today, tomorrow and Sunday to encourage Manitoba families and visitors to enjoy a...June 6, 2013
Province Announces Additional Winnipeg Blue Bombers Licence Plates Now Available
With the football season fast approaching, an additional 2,500 Winnipeg Blue Bombers specialty licence plates are now available, Justice Minister Andrew Swan, minister responsible for Manitoba...June 6, 2013
Clara Hughes Recreation Park Renovations Will Better Meet the Needs of the Community: Lemieux, Katz
A joint provincial and municipal infrastructure investment of $100,000 will result in a new canteen, multi-purpose space and accessible washrooms as part of renovations at Clara Hughes...June 6, 2013
Province Announces New Lake Friendly Accord, Stewards Alliance to Enhance Collaboration Across Lake Winnipeg Basin
A Lake Friendly Accord and Stewards Alliance, and partnerships and initiatives between the Manitoba government and other jurisdictions will leverage more than $1 billion to better co-ordinate...June 6, 2013
Province to Fund New RCMP Officers, Additional Crime Fighting Tools
The provincial government will fund five new RCMP officers and put over $1 million seized through criminal property forfeitures into the hands of law enforcement agencies and supports for...June 5, 2013
New Judge Appointed to Provincial Court
Attorney General Andrew Swan today announced the appointment of Anne Krahn to the provincial court. “Judge Krahn has a strong background in the public service with extensive...June 5, 2013
Manitoba Building and Renewal Plan Invests in Southwest Winnipeg Roads
The provincial government is investing in infrastructure for families in southwest Winnipeg by renewing and revitalizing streets in their community, Premier Greg Selinger announced today. ...June 5, 2013
Province Invites Manitobans to Have Their Say on New Power Smart Initiatives
Innovation, Energy and Mines Minister Dave Chomiak, minister responsible for Manitoba Hydro, announced today that he wants to hear from Manitobans on moving forward with Manitoba Hydro’s...June 3, 2013
Province Supports CRTC Wireless Code for Cellphones, Mobile Devices
The provincial government supports the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) proposed wireless code to enhance protections for all Canadians when it comes to...June 3, 2013
Province Supports Active Transportation Through New Safety and Public Awareness Initiatives: Lemieux, Swan
A new road safety public awareness campaign is being launched by the province to encourage drivers and cyclists to be more aware of each other while travelling on Manitoba’s streets...June 3, 2013
Provincial Government Proclaims Manitoba Access Awareness Week
All Manitobans are encouraged to participate in activities and consider ways to make the province more inclusive for everyone, Family Services and Labour Minister Jennifer Howard, minister...June 1, 2013
