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News Releases
Emergency Department Redevelopment at Dauphin Regional Health Centre Now Complete
November 15, 2019The new $23-million emergency department at Dauphin Regional Health Centre has been completed, with its new entranceway opening on Monday, Health, Seniors and Active Living Minister Cameron...
Budget 2020 Consultations Announced
November 15, 2019Manitobans are encouraged to share their ideas and participate in public discussions to help shape the 2020-21 provincial budget, Finance Minister Scott Fielding announced today. “We...
Province Encourages Manitobans to Participate in 24-hour Giving Challenge
November 15, 2019The provincial government would like to remind Manitobans that tomorrow is the Endow Manitoba 24-Hour Giving Challenge, Municipal Relations Minister Rochelle Squires announced today....
Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program Accepting Francophone Exploratory Visit Applications
November 15, 2019The Manitoba government is working with the Conseil de développement économique des municipalités bilingues du Manitoba (CDEM) to better attract and integrate francophone...
Design Work Underway for New Acute Stroke Unit at HSC Winnipeg
November 15, 2019Work has started on the design of a new, 28-bed acute stroke unit at Health Sciences Centre, Health, Seniors and Active Living Minister Cameron Friesen announced today. “Centralized...
Manitoba Hosts 2019 Tri-National Agricultural Accord
November 14, 2019The Province of Manitoba was host to the 2019 Tri-National Agricultural Accord annual meeting from November 12 to 14 in Winnipeg, Agriculture and Resource Development Minister Blaine Pedersen...
New, Full-Time Paramedics Working in Communities Across Manitoba
November 14, 2019More front-line, full-time paramedics are working in communities across Manitoba, fulfilling the province’s Budget 2019 commitment to further enhancing rural emergency medical services,...
Province Improves Flood Control Infrastructure for Niverville
November 14, 2019NIVERVILLE—The province is making improvements to flood infrastructure in the Niverville area, Infrastructure Minister Ron Schuler announced here today. “The protection system...
Second Session of the 42nd Manitoba Legislature to Open Tuesday, Nov. 19 with Speech from the Throne
November 13, 2019The second session of the 42nd Manitoba legislature is expected to open at approximately 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 19 with the reading of the speech from the throne by Chief Justice Richard...
Province Announces Red River Floodway Compensation Program
November 13, 2019Manitoba Infrastructure has announced compensation for eligible applicants related to property damage or economic losses resulting from the operation of the Red River Floodway from Oct. 9 to...
Province Announces Review of Photo Enforcement
November 13, 2019The Manitoba government will conduct a comprehensive review of the photo enforcement system in the province, Infrastructure Minister Ron Schuler announced today. “Our...
Province Issues Thin Ice Advisory for Southern Manitoba
November 13, 2019A thin ice advisory for rivers, streams and lakes in southern Manitoba has been issued until full freeze up. The Hydrologic Forecast Centre of Manitoba Infrastructure advises that many...
Province Announces Funding for 203 Community Development Projects
November 12, 2019The Manitoba government will be providing more than $6 million in grants to support an additional 203 projects for municipalities, non-profit and community-led organizations across the province,...
Province Increases Safety Measures on the South Perimeter Highway
November 12, 2019The Manitoba government is introducing further safety measures on Winnipeg’s South Perimeter Highway (PTH 101), Infrastructure Minister Ron Schuler announced today. “These are...
Province Expands Supports for Vulnerable Youth
November 12, 2019The Manitoba government is investing more than $4.9 million over three years to help at-risk or sexually exploited youth by improving access to mental health and addictions treatment that...
Remembrance Day Message from Premier Brian Pallister
November 11, 2019On Remembrance Day, I hope all Manitobans will take a moment to reflect on the sacrifices made by veterans so that we may enjoy the peace and prosperity of our great province. It has been...
Province Announces Working Group for Winnipeg Metro Region
November 8, 2019Following the release of For the Benefit of All: Regional Competitiveness and Collaboration in the Winnipeg METRO Region, Municipal Relations Minister Rochelle Squires today announced the...
Province Advises Red River Floodway Gates Lowered
November 8, 2019Manitoba Infrastructure’s Hydrologic Forecast Centre reports the Red River Floodway gates were lowered to their storage position this week, concluding the 2019 fall floodway operation...
Employer Prosecuted for Workplace Incident
November 8, 2019Manitoba Finance is reminding employers to ensure they report serious incidents and have adequate safeguards in place for machines after an employer was prosecuted for violations of The...
Province Invests $1 Million in Prairie Research Kitchen
November 7, 2019The Manitoba government is investing $1 million in innovative culinary research at Red River College (RRC), Economic Development and Training Minister Ralph Eichler announced today....
Province Committed to Supporting Veterans
November 7, 2019Watch news conference The province has taken a number of steps to ensure the long-term viability of Manitoba legions and applications are now available for the new Military Memorial...
Province Announces Stronger Consequences for Impaired Driving Come Into Effect Dec. 16
November 7, 2019Tougher and more timely consequences for drinking and driving in Manitoba will come into effect Dec. 16 including new sanctions that will see drivers temporarily lose their vehicles for...
Manitoba Increasing Funding, Adding Schools to Community School Program
November 6, 2019Watch news conference The Manitoba government is investing an additional $1.6 million over three years to expand the Community Schools program and provide increased supports for...
Province Launches Manitoba Skills Strategy Survey
November 6, 2019The province has launched the Manitoba Skills survey as part of its strategy to ensure Manitobans have the right skills, talent and knowledge to build a thriving economy, Economic Development...
Province Launches Application Process for Youth Climate Advisors
November 4, 2019The provincial government is now accepting applications for a special Youth Advisory Council (YAC) that will allow young Manitobans the opportunity to offer their insight and perspective to the...
Province Funding Expansion of Walk-In Mental Health Services, Specialized Trauma Counselling
November 4, 2019Watch news conference The Manitoba government will reduce wait times and improve access to care by investing nearly $2.4 million to expand walk-in mental health services and...
Province Advises Outflow from Shellmouth Reservoir will Increase
November 1, 2019Manitoba Infrastructure’s Hydrologic Forecast Centre reports the outflow from the Shellmouth Reservoir will be increased starting Monday, Nov. 4 as part of the annual fall/winter draw down...
Province Launches New Resources to Help Manitobans Understand Risks and Responsibilities Related to High-Cost Credit
November 1, 2019Manitoba’s Consumer Protection Office (CPO) has developed a range of resources to help individuals better understand the risks and their responsibilities when it comes to high-cost credit...
Province Announces Additional Road Safety Measures North of Oakbank
November 1, 2019Watch news conference OAKBANK—The Manitoba government is taking additional measures to improve safety at the intersection of Provincial Road (PR) 206 and PR 213,...
Daylight Saving Time Ends Sunday, Nov. 3
November 1, 2019Manitoba Municipal Relations reminds all Manitobans that daylight saving time will end in Manitoba early Nov. 3 when clocks will be set back one hour. Under The Official Time Act, daylight...
Public Invited to View South Perimeter Highway Design Plan
November 1, 2019Manitobans are invited to see the province’s long-term vision for a safer South Perimeter Highway (PTH 100), Infrastructure Minister Ron Schuler announced today. The province is...