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News Releases
Province Issues Update to Fall Conditions Report
January 31, 2018The risk of significant spring flooding remains low for most locations across the province at this time, Infrastructure Minister Ron Schuler announced today. “As Manitobans know,...
Second Phase of Shoal Lake 40 Road Construction Work Awarded
January 30, 2018Construction of the second phase of the Shoal Lake Band 40 all-weather road is set to begin, linking the community to the Trans-Canada Highway, Indigenous Services Minister Jane Philpott,...
Province Begins Consultations on Medical Profession Regulations
January 30, 2018Manitobans are invited to take part in public consultations on three proposed regulations to transition the medical profession to regulation under The Regulated Health Professions Act, Health,...
Manitoba to Move Forward with Autonomous Vehicle Testing
January 29, 2018OTTAWA—The Manitoba government will bring forward legislative amendments which would allow for testing and use of autonomous vehicles on provincial highways, Infrastructure Minister Ron...
Province Announces More than Half of Manitoba's Winter Road System Now Open
January 26, 2018Access to Manitoba’s winter road system is now available to a number of northern communities, allowing for the delivery of supplies, Infrastructure Minister Ron Schuler announced today....
Manitoba Hosting Workshops for Farmers Focused on Beef, Forage Management
January 26, 2018The Manitoba government is hosting five workshops focused on marketing and farm management information for cattle and forage producers, highlighting the importance of a strong and growing...
Province Launches New Land Use and Development Web Application
January 25, 2018The Manitoba government has launched a new land use and development web application that will help communities develop their vision for the future, Municipal Relations Minister Jeff Wharton...
Province Launches New Crown Corporation
January 24, 2018The Manitoba government has proclaimed The Efficiency Manitoba Act, allowing for the launch of a new stand-alone Crown corporation that will deliver demand-side management of electricity and...
Province Announces Appointments to Deposit Guarantee Corporation of Manitoba and the Insurance Council Of Manitoba
January 23, 2018Manitoba Finance advises it has appointed one new member to the board of directors of the Deposit Guarantee Corporation of Manitoba (DGCM) and one new member to the Insurance Council of...
Province Announces New Appointments to Cooperative Housing Appeal Tribunal
January 23, 2018Manitoba Finance advises that five new members have been appointed to the Cooperative Housing Appeal Tribunal. Paul Simms, Kevin Toyne, Todd Thomson, Gary Gilmour and Norman Sims have all...
Province Announces Regulations for Recreational Vehicles and Factory Built Homes to be Updated
January 23, 2018The Manitoba government will be modernizing the regulations for manufactured homes and recreational vehicles (RVs), Growth, Enterprise and Trade Minister Blaine Pedersen, minister responsible...
Manitoba Receives Recognition as Most Improved Province on Regulatory Accountability
January 23, 2018The Manitoba government was awarded the top grade in Canada in an annual evaluation by the Canadian Federation for Independent Business (CFIB), which assesses all provinces and territories on...
Province Announces Funding for Community Development Projects
January 19, 2018The Manitoba government will be providing more than $1.4 million in grants to projects for non-profit and community-led organizations, community-driven neighbourhood revitalization and local...
Province Advances Manitoba Priorities in Intergovernmental Meeting
January 18, 2018Deputy Premier and Justice Minister Heather Stefanson participated in a trilateral meeting today with Natural Resources Minister Jim Carr and Winnipeg Mayor Brian Bowman to discuss shared...
Manitoba Announces Call for Emergency Management Exemplary Service Award Nominees
January 17, 2018Nominations are open for the national Emergency Management Exemplary Service Award (EMESA), recognizing individuals who have advanced the concepts of emergency management, Infrastructure...
Manitoba to Improve Support for Survivors of Sexual Violence Through New Training and Resources
January 17, 2018The Manitoba government is moving forward with several new initiatives to improve support for survivors of sexual violence, Justice Minister Heather Stefanson announced...
Province Selects Public Sector Expert to Conduct Mandatory Review of The Accessibility for Manitobans Act
January 16, 2018Manitoba Families advises a Manitoban with a long history in the public sector has been selected to perform a comprehensive and mandatory review of The Accessibility for Manitobans Act....
Governments Announce Improvements to AgriInsurance for 2018 Growing Season
January 16, 2018BRANDON—Manitoba farmers will continue to benefit from expanded, comprehensive coverage through AgriInsurance in the upcoming year, Federal Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay and...
Governments Focus on Shared Agricultural Priorities, Sign Five-year Multilateral Agreement
January 15, 2018The Manitoba government has officially signed a multilateral agreement with the Government of Canada to implement a new five-year agricultural policy called the Canadian Agricultural...
Province Announces New Appointments to Manitoba Human Rights Commission
January 15, 2018Manitoba Justice has appointed two new members to the Manitoba Human Rights Commission (MHRC) and selected a new vice-chair. The MHRC is responsible for administering The Human Rights Code...
Province Proclaims Third Week in January Women's Equality Week
January 15, 2018The Manitoba government is promoting gender equality and highlighting women’s achievements in the province by proclaiming the third week in January Women’s Equality Week,...
Province Establishes Steering Committee to Oversee Implementation of Look North Recommendations
January 15, 2018A northern steering committee has been established to help co-ordinate and oversee the next steps and implementation of the Look North Report and Action Plan for Manitoba’s Northern...
Province Announces Plans for Major Repairs to Churchill Town Centre Complex
January 14, 2018CHURCHILL—The Manitoba government will fund significant repairs and other necessary restoration work at the Churchill Town Centre Complex and its theatre, Finance Minister Cameron...
Province Extends Freeze on Cottage Fees
January 12, 2018The Manitoba government has extended its moratorium on increases to park land lease and service fees for cottages in provincial parks for another two years, Sustainable Development Minister...
Province to Consult With Manitobans on The Pension Benefits Act Review
January 10, 2018The Pension Commission of Manitobahas reviewed the province’s pension laws in an initiative to update and strengthen the existing pension system, Finance Minister Cameron Friesen...
Province Invests in Improvements for Internet Service in the North
January 9, 2018The government of Manitoba is making a contribution valued at up to $20 million to provide increased broadband connection to First Nations, rural and northern Manitoba communities, Premier Brian...
Province Supports Creation of Industry-based Safety Program for Self-insured Employers
January 4, 2018The Manitoba government is partnering with SAFE Work Manitoba to develop an industry-based safety program (IBSP) for self-insured employers that will facilitate collaboration between a number of...