News Releases

News Releases


Fire Bulletin #49

July 11, 2025
Manitoba Wildfire Service is advising the province continues at a high and very high fire danger and is cancelling all burn permits for the Burning Permit Area, with no new burn permits issued...


Manitobans Offered Tips to Protect Themselves in Poor Air Quality

July 11, 2025
Due to the wildfire season, Manitoba Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care encourages Manitobans to regularly check local weather and air-quality conditions and learn more about protecting...


Manitoba Government Funding Improves Water Quality for Oak Lake

July 11, 2025
OAK LAKE—The Manitoba government is providing a $95,000 grant to help the Souris River Watershed District develop an aeration system in Oak Lake that will enhance water quality, support...


Manitoba Government Declares State of Emergency to Protect Manitobans from Unprecedented Wildfire Activity

July 10, 2025
Watch news conference The Manitoba government is declaring a provincewide state of emergency under the Emergency Measures Act, Premier Wab Kinew and Transportation and Infrastructure...


Measles Update #24

July 10, 2025
Public health officials with Manitoba Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care are notifying the public of two new measles exposure sites: Menzies Medical Clinic, 130 – 30 Stephen St.,...


Fire Bulletin #48

July 10, 2025
Watch news conference The Manitoba government has declared a second provincial state of emergency in response to a wildfire season that is now the worst on record in the last 30...


Manitoba Government Invests in Rural Health Care With STARS

July 10, 2025
Watch news conference The Manitoba government has signed a contract with Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service (STARS) to continue emergency patient air transport to critically ill or...


Manitoba Government Keeping Rent Affordable in Westman Region

July 10, 2025
Watch news conference BRANDON—The Manitoba government is investing in the maintenance of affordable housing in the Westman region, Housing, Addictions and Homelessness Minister...


Fire Bulletin #47

July 9, 2025
The Manitoba Wildfire Service advises the majority of the province continues to be at a high and extreme fire danger level and anticipates challenging conditions as existing fires continue to...


Measles Update #23

July 9, 2025
Public health officials with Manitoba Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care are notifying the public of one new measles exposure site: Winkler Medical Clinic, Unit 2, 344 First St., Winkler...


Manitoba Government Invests $19.7 Million in Oak Lake Dam Rehabilitation Project

July 8, 2025
The Manitoba government is investing $19.7 million to rehabilitate Oak Lake Dam, a critical piece of water infrastructure in southwestern Manitoba, Transportation and Infrastructure Minister...


Fire Bulletin #46

July 8, 2025
The Manitoba Wildfire Service advises the majority of the province continues to be at a high and very-high fire danger level, with the northern part of the province having the most potential for...


Measles Update #22

July 8, 2025
Public health officials with Manitoba Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care are notifying the public of one new measles exposure site: Brandon Shoppers Mall, 1570 18th St., Brandon on June...


Manitoba Government Invests More Than $1.1 Million in Birds Hill Provincial Park Upgrades

July 8, 2025
As the Winnipeg Folk Festival celebrates its 50th festival this week, the Manitoba government is honouring the event’s legacy and the volunteers who make this premier event possible by...


Fire Bulletin #45

July 7, 2025
Watch news conference The town of Leaf Rapids declared a state of emergency related to wildfires for the community and a mandatory evacuation effective 9 a.m. Tuesday, July 8. This...


Measles Update #21

July 7, 2025
Public health officials with Manitoba Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care are notifying the public of one new measles exposure sites: Winkler Medical Clinic, Unit 2, 344 First St.,...


Measles Update #20

July 4, 2025
Public health officials with Manitoba Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care are notifying the public of two new measles exposure sites: Health Sciences Centre Winnipeg Children’s...


Fire Bulletin #44

July 4, 2025
The town of Lynn Lake has started evacuating to Brandon today due to a potential loss of power related to wildfires. This mandatory evacuation will affect 579 residents. Lynn Lake evacuees are...


Manitoba Government Investing $4.8 Million to Upgrade Neepawa Roads

July 3, 2025
The Manitoba government is investing $4.8 million to assist the Town of Neepawa to upgrade two sections of Provincial Trunk Highway (PTH) 16, the Trans-Canada Highway Yellowhead section, to...


Manitoba Government Makes It Easier To Invest In Health Research

July 2, 2025
Watch news conference The Manitoba government is launching a new clinical trials office to fast-track health research and announcing the new Research Improvements Through...


Statement From Premier Wab Kinew on Canada Day

July 1, 2025
Happy Canada Day! Today, I encourage Manitobans to come together with friends, family and community to celebrate Canada, the country we all love so much. This Canada Day is as important...


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