Manitoba Expands Rebate Available to Young Farmers
March 25, 2019As part of Budget 2019, the Manitoba government is partnering with the Manitoba Agricultural Services Corporation (MASC) to increase the maximum amount eligible for the Young Farmer Rebate...
Manitoba Provides Update on Further Opportunities for Cannabis Retail
March 22, 2019To meet its goal of having a non-medical cannabis retail store available within a 30-minute drive for 90 per cent of Manitobans within two years of legalization, the Manitoba government is...
New Appointments Made to Board of Manitoba College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists
March 22, 2019The province is appointing three new members to the board of the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Manitoba, Health, Seniors and Active Living Minister Cameron Friesen...
Manitoba Calls for Clarity on Federal Bill C-69
March 21, 2019Testifying before the Senate of Canada Standing Committee on Energy, the Environment and Natural Resources today, Minister of Growth, Enterprise and Trade Blaine Pedersen demanded clarity and...
River and Lake Ice Advisory
March 21, 2019The Hydrologic Forecast Centre of Manitoba Infrastructure is advising the public of potentially hazardous ice conditions on rivers, lakes and drainage ditches throughout Manitoba as the spring...
Province Partners with R.M. of West St. Paul on Important Infrastructure Project
March 21, 2019Work will soon begin to replace the Grassmere Drain structure on Provincial Trunk Highway (PTH) 9 in partnership with the R.M. of West St. Paul, Infrastructure Minister Ron Schuler announced...
Province Proposes Amendments to The Municipal Act and The City of Winnipeg Charter to Improve Transparency and Reduce Red Tape
March 19, 2019Proposed amendments to The Municipal Act and The City of Winnipeg Charter would enhance transparency for ratepayers in rural Manitoba and reduce red tape for all Manitoba municipalities,...
Manitoba Celebrates Agriculture Awareness Day with a Focus on Innovations in Protein
March 19, 2019The Manitoba government marked Agriculture Awareness Day at an event highlighting local initiatives and expertise related to animal and plant proteins, Agriculture Minister Ralph Eichler...
Province to Invest More Funding in Water and Wastewater Projects
March 19, 2019The Manitoba government has increased the Manitoba Water Services Board capital budget by $2 million for 2019-20, to a total of $15.8 million, Municipal Relations Minister Jeff Wharton announced...
Province Boosts Municipal Infrastructure Funding
March 19, 2019The Manitoba government will be distributing an additional $10 million in unconditional operating funding to rural municipalities as part of Budget 2019 to support their critical infrastructure...
Manitoba Partners with Community Organizations to Manage Affordable Housing Units
March 18, 2019The Manitoba Housing and Renewal Corporation (MHRC) is partnering with two community organizations to manage four affordable housing properties in Winnipeg, Families Minister Heather Stefanson...
Governments Announce Support for Equestrian Competition and Royal Farm Yard Program at the Royal Manitoba Winter Fair
March 18, 2019The Canadian and Manitoba governments are providing $20,000 over two years through the Canadian Agricultural Partnership (CAP) to support the 2019 and 2020 Manitoba Cup Equestrian Competition at...
New Flin Flon Emergency Department to Officially Open April 1
March 18, 2019FLIN FLON—Flin Flon General Hospital’s new $27.1-million emergency department, featuring modern design that will improve patient flow, will open to the public on April 1, Premier...
Manitoba Flood Outlook Changes with Northern U.S. Storms
March 18, 2019The Hydrologic Forecast Centre of Manitoba Infrastructure reports the updated flood forecast suggests a Red River flood of a magnitude higher than 2009 with normal or average weather conditions....
Province Expanding Dialysis Services, Hiring More Nurses to Support Patients
March 18, 2019THOMPSON—The province is investing nearly $5.2 million for dialysis services, including $2.4 million from Budget 2019, to provide critical life-saving services for up to 72 patients while...
Province to Begin Regular Maintenance of Manitoba Legislative Building
March 15, 2019The Manitoba government is taking action to enable ongoing, regular maintenance and repairs of the Manitoba Legislative Building to preserve this unique building for future generations, Finance...
Staggered Campground Bookings for the Season Begin March 18
March 15, 2019Reservations for Manitoba campgrounds are set to open next week with opening days for reservations staggered in three stages to make it easier for people to book at their favourite campground,...
Spring Road Restrictions to Begin Next Week
March 15, 2019Manitoba Infrastructure advises the climate zones for road restrictions will be updated in the Swan River area to maximize benefits to local industry. Effective immediately, zone one will be...
Statement from Premier Brian Pallister on the Mosque Shootings in New Zealand
March 15, 2019I am devastated by the news of the despicable and cowardly shootings in New Zealand. Freedom of religion, peace and rule of law are pillars of democracy and the world we share. On behalf of...
Manitoba Introduces Changes to Modernize and Streamline Court Processes
March 14, 2019The Manitoba government is introducing legislation that would help make the province’s courts system more transparent, fair and accessible for Manitobans, Justice Minister Cliff Cullen...
Additional Investments Made to Support Vision-Loss Rehabilitation Services
March 14, 2019The Manitoba government has increased support for vision-loss rehabilitation and other services provided by the Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB), Health, Seniors and Active...
Province Offers Training Program to Manitoba Fire Service to Support Mental Health Wellness and Resilience
March 14, 2019The Office of the Fire Commissioner (OFC) will soon be offering a program called ‘The Working Mind First Responders (TWMFR)’ in partnership with the Mental Health Commission of...
Province Introduces Proposed Changes to The Private Vocational Institutions Act
March 13, 2019The Manitoba government is introducing proposed changes to The Private Vocational Institutions Act that would increase protection for students, Education and Training Minister Kelvin Goertzen...
Province Introduces Amendments to Residential Tenancies Act that would Enhance Supports for Victims
March 13, 2019Proposed amendments to The Residential Tenancies Act would allow victims of sexual or domestic violence and whose safety is at risk to move out with less notice and without having to file a...
Manitoba Takes Action to Ensure Ethical Procurement Safeguards
March 13, 2019The Manitoba government is taking steps to protect the province from unethical contractors, Premier Brian Pallister announced today. “Events currently unfolding in Ottawa and...
Manitoba Modernizes Family Law to Improve Services and Outcomes for Families
March 12, 2019The Manitoba government is introducing groundbreaking, first-in-Canada legislation that would modernize the province’s family law system to improve outcomes for families and...
Province Releases Our Way Forward: Manitoba's Culture Policy and Action Plan
March 12, 2019Following the first review of Manitoba’s cultural policy in nearly three decades, the province has released an action plan that will guide the decision-making process for...
Province Introduces Workplace Safety and Health Amendment Act
March 11, 2019The Manitoba government has introduced proposed legislation that would reduce red tape, strengthen penalties for serious workplace infractions and improve the efficiency of services by...
Province Introduces Legislative Amendments That Would Allow Broader Liquor Sales
March 11, 2019Legislative amendments that would expand the sale of cider and spirit-based coolers to hotel beer vendors was introduced in the Manitoba legislature today, Crown Services Minister Colleen Mayer...
Province Announces Enhanced Cannabis Possession Rules
March 11, 2019Proposed amendments to The Liquor, Gaming and Cannabis Control Act would enhance cannabis possession rules to protect health and safety, preserve the integrity of the legal retail cannabis...
Province Introduces Amendments That Would Create Institutional Safety Officers
March 11, 2019The Manitoba government is introducing amendments that would create a new institutional safety officer designation to better support security guards in hospitals and other public institutions...
Province Takes Steps to Address Sustainability of Lake Winnipeg Fishery
March 11, 2019The Manitoba government will offer the option of voluntary Individual Quota Entitlement buy-back, and introduce new commercial and recreational fishing regulations intended to help assure...
Review of Safety, Security at Manitoba Health-care Facilities Ordered
March 11, 2019The Manitoba government has issued a request for proposals to review security programs, services and systems at key health-care facilities across the province, Health, Seniors and Active Living...
Manitoba Pledges Continued Support for Canola Industry
March 8, 2019In light of recent events, the Manitoba government wishes to convey its strong continued support for the canola industry in this province, Growth, Enterprise and Trade Minister Blaine Pedersen...
Province Recognizes International Women's Day
March 8, 2019The Manitoba government is recognizing International Women’s Day by celebrating women’s accomplishments and continuing its work toward better balance in government, Premier Brian...
Province Announces Appointment of Provincial Court Judges
March 8, 2019The Manitoba government has appointed Shauna McCarthy and Keith Eyrikson as judges for the Provincial Court of Manitoba, Justice Minister Cliff Cullen announced today. “I am...
Daylight Saving Time Resumes March 10
March 8, 2019Daylight saving time returns to Manitoba early in the morning of Sunday, March 10, when clocks across the province will be advanced by one hour. Under The Official Time Act, daylight saving...
Budget 2019 Reduces PST to Seven Per Cent, Makes Life More Affordable
March 7, 2019Budget 2019 gets the job done for Manitobans by focusing on investments that fix the finances, repair services and rebuild the economy, Finance Minister Scott Fielding announced today...
Province Introduces Legislative Amendments to Support Ongoing Health System Transformation
March 6, 2019The Manitoba government is introducing amendments to The Regional Health Authorities Act and other legislation that would guide the successful implementation of the province’s health...
Premier Brian Pallister Announces Provincial Sales Tax Exemption on Federal Carbon Tax
March 5, 2019The province is taking action to shield Manitobans from an increase in the cost to their home-heating bills. It will not apply the provincial sales tax (PST) to the federal...
Manitoba Presents Third Quarter Report
March 4, 2019The Manitoba government released its third quarter report for the 2018-19 fiscal year, indicating continued progress toward achieving balanced budgets based on summary financial...
Standing Hearing for Inquest into Death of Richard Kakish
March 4, 2019A standing hearing will take place to determine who can participate in the upcoming inquest into the death of Richard Kakish, 44, of Winnipeg. On Aug. 9, 2017, Kakish was arrested by members...
Province Invests in Brandon's Keystone Centre
March 4, 2019BRANDON—The Manitoba government is providing funding to the Keystone Centre to ensure it can continue to serve as Westman’s leading event destination, Premier Brian Pallister...
Manitoba Releases Renewed Poverty Reduction Strategy
March 4, 2019The Manitoba government has released a new poverty reduction strategy, Families Minister Heather Stefanson announced today. Pathways to a Better Future renews the province’s...
Governments Invest in Assiniboine Community College's Field to Fork Initiative
March 1, 2019As part of the Canadian Agricultural Partnership, the Canadian and Manitoba governments are providing $950,000 over five years to Assiniboine Community College (ACC), to support research focused...
Manitoba Welcomes Record Number of International Students
March 1, 2019International student enrolment in Manitoba increased by 17 per cent in 2018, with 18,725 students from 100 countries attending schools and post-secondary institutions throughout the province,...
Governments Invest in Agriculture Education Programming
March 1, 2019The Canadian and Manitoba governments are providing $99,400 over two years through the Canadian Agricultural Partnership program to support Agriculture in the Classroom – Manitoba,...
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