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News Releases
Appointments Made to Manitoba Centennial Centre Corporation Board
April 25, 2019Four members have been reappointed to the Manitoba Centennial Centre Corporation (MCCC) board of directors, Crown Services Minister Colleen Mayer announced today. “The Manitoba...
Province Breaks Ground on New School in Brandon
April 25, 2019BRANDON—Construction has started on a new kindergarten to Grade 8 school in southeast Brandon, Premier Brian Pallister announced here today. “We are delivering on our promise to...
Manitoba Shows Positive Economic Performance
April 24, 2019Manitoba is showing positive progress and growth in several key areas of the economy, Finance Minister Scott Fielding said today. “Three years ago, Manitobans chose a new direction...
Memorial Park and Fountain Restoration Project Announced as Part of Manitoba 150 Celebrations
April 23, 2019The province will embark on a major restoration of the Memorial Park Fountain and rehabilitation work on Memorial Boulevard in Winnipeg as part of Manitoba 150 celebrations, Premier Brian...
Online Registry Provides One Stop for Manitobans to Indicate Organ and Tissue Donation Wishes
April 23, 2019Manitobans are encouraged to have life-saving conversations with their families and to mark their intent to be organ tissue donors using the province’s registry, which is now entirely...
Manitobans Reminded to be Vigilant Against Invasive Species
April 23, 2019The Manitoba government has proclaimed April 22 to 28 Invasive Species Awareness Week, and is continuing efforts to make the public aware of the negative effects invasive species can have on our...
Province Extends Long-term Support to Oak Hammock Marsh
April 22, 2019The Manitoba government has finalized a long-term funding agreement for the award-winning Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre, under the guidance of Ducks Unlimited Canada, that will provide...
Province Announces Major Infrastructure Upgrades to Manitoba Schools
April 18, 2019The Manitoba government is investing $57.5 million in 59 crucial infrastructure renewal projects across the province, Education and Training Minister Kelvin Goertzen announced today....
Provincial Tourism Strategy Aims to Grow Sector
April 18, 2019The Manitoba government, Travel Manitoba and the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce have launched a new provincial tourism strategy aimed at increasing tourist expenditures to $2.2 billion by 2022,...
Province Takes Action to Replenish Rainy Day Fund
April 17, 2019The Manitoba government is taking action to replenish the province’s fiscal stabilization account, also known as the rainy day fund, Finance Minister Scott Fielding announced today....
Province Advises Portage Diversion to Close
April 16, 2019The Hydrological Forecast Centre and Water Management Branch of Manitoba Infrastructure reports the Portage Diversion will close later today, as a result declining water levels on the...
Governments of Canada and Manitoba Sign Agreement to Improve Health-care Services
April 16, 2019Canada’s universal, publicly funded health system is a source of pride for Canadians. The Government of Canada is working with the provinces and territories to strengthen health care and...
Province Commends Safe Sport Initiative by Sport Manitoba
April 15, 2019The province is applauding the continued effort of Sport Manitoba to raise awareness and offer support to athletes, coaches and volunteers, Sport, Culture and Heritage Minister Cathy Cox...
Province Unveils First Projects Under Conservation Trust
April 15, 2019Manitoba Habitat Heritage Corporation has selected the first round of projects approved under the Manitoba government’s $102-million Conservation Trust, Premier Brian Pallister and...
Province Advises Red River Floodway Activated
April 14, 2019The Hydrologic Forecasting and Water Management Branch of Manitoba Infrastructure reports that the Red River Floodway has been initially activated as of noon today. This measure is not...
Premier, North Dakota Governor Discuss Flood Response, Readiness
April 12, 2019Premier Brian Pallister spoke on Thursday with North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum about the current state of spring flooding in the region, including in the Red River, Pembina River and Souris River...
Canada and Manitoba Support New Community Hub for Students and Residents of Niverville and Surrounding Area
April 12, 2019NIVERVILLE—Investing in social infrastructure where people can come together, share ideas and access vital resources helps build dynamic inclusive communities where everyone has the...
Province Announces $3 Million in New Funding to Strengthen Newcomer Support Services
April 12, 2019The Manitoba government is investing up to $3.1 million in services that support newcomers to Manitoba, Education and Training Minister Kelvin Goertzen announced today. “Our...
Province Watching Storm System in U.S. for Potential Impacts on Red River in Manitoba
April 11, 2019The Hydrologic Forecast Centre of Manitoba Infrastructure is monitoring a storm system in the central-northern U.S., which could bring heavy precipitation to Fargo, N.D., and water levels on the...
Province Unveils New Provincial Highway Map
April 11, 2019A new Manitoba highway map is now available, featuring recent road improvements, additional highlighted towns and a new design for town and city maps, Infrastructure Minister Ron Schuler...
Province Introduces Legislation that would Improve Business Transparency
April 10, 2019The Manitoba government has introduced legislation that would reduce interprovincial trade barriers while improving business ownership transparency, Growth, Enterprise and Trade Minister Blaine...
Favourable Weather Slightly Reduces Flood Threat for Red River Valley
April 9, 2019The Hydrologic Forecast Centre of Manitoba Infrastructure reports the flood risk is reduced on all points along the Red River in Manitoba. The recent precipitation system skipped most of...
Province Secures Extension of Canada-Manitoba Agreement on Minority-Language Education and Second-Language Instruction
April 9, 2019The Manitoba government announced it has secured a two-year extension of the Canada-Manitoba Agreement on Minority-Language Education and Second-Language Instruction with the federal government...
Manitoba Recognizes National Day of Remembrance of the Battle of Vimy Ridge
April 9, 2019In Manitoba, the Maple Leaf and the flag of Manitoba are being flown at half-mast at the Legislative Building today from sunrise to sunset, marking the national day of remembrance of the Battle...
Manitoba Supports Tribute to Battle of Vimy Ridge
April 8, 2019Manitoba has joined other Canadian provinces, private and corporate donors, and will provide $25,000 to support the development of the Vimy Foundation Centennial Park in France, Sport, Culture...
Province Announces New Funding to Support Family Violence Prevention
April 8, 2019The Manitoba government is providing $176,000 in new funding through the Family Violence Prevention Program to support women’s resource centres in Winnipeg and Brandon, Sustainable...
Province Seizes Over 240,000 Contraband Cigarettes Along with Cannabis and Other Drugs
April 5, 2019Manitoba Finance’s Taxation Special Investigations Unit recently seized 243,920 contraband cigarettes along with quantities of cannabis and illicit drugs. Two Winnipeg men were found...
Portage Diversion Will Operate to Prevent Ice Jamming on Assiniboine River from Portage la Prairie to Winnipeg
April 5, 2019The Hydrologic Forecast Centre (HFC) of Manitoba Infrastructure reports the Portage Diversion is expected to be operated within the next several days to maintain flows below 5,000 cubic feet per...
Province Establishes Economic Development Office, Delivers Mandate Letters to Economic Development Partners
April 5, 2019The Manitoba government is moving forward to implement key elements of its Economic Growth Action Plan and ensure the co-ordinated delivery of economic development services by regional and...
Changes to Provincial Formulary Making It Easier to Access Addictions Medications
April 4, 2019Showing its continuing commitment to implementing recommendations made in the Virgo report on mental health and addictions, the Manitoba government has made it easier to access two drugs used to...
Manitoba-Minnesota Transmission Project Gets Environmental Approval
April 4, 2019The Manitoba government has approved the environmental licence necessary for the development of the Manitoba-Minnesota Transmission Project (MMTP), which will supply clean energy, enhance...
Province Streamlines Community Development Programs
April 4, 2019The Manitoba government has launched a new Building Sustainable Communities Program that will streamline and modernize grant support to non-profit organizations, Municipal Relations Minister...
Manitoba to Challenge Ottawa's Carbon Tax in Court
April 3, 2019The Manitoba government will launch a legal challenge of the federal government’s decision to impose its carbon tax on Manitobans, Premier Brian Pallister confirmed today. ...
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month
April 1, 2019The Manitoba government will raise awareness about the prevalence of sexual assault, share information about available resources and attempt to foster a greater understanding of consent as part...
Province Announces Ambulance Fees Now Reduced to Maximum of $250
April 1, 2019Keeping its promise to provide families with more affordable emergency medical services (EMS), the Manitoba government has reduced ambulance fees, effective immediately, to no more than $250...