Canadian Grain Commission pulls license from West-Can Agra in Plum Coulee
The Canadian Grain Commission has revoked its license with a Plum Coulee grain dealer effective February 11.
Blanket of snow may save alfalfa from winter kill
While a rain in February is normally devastating for alfalfa, the heavy rainfall of this past month might have little impact, thanks to the snow cover on most fields.
National Farmers' Union of Canada forms coalition with R-CALF
At home, the National Farmers’ Union of Canada (NFU) claims to be interested in advancing the interests of Canadian cattle producers. Abroad, they conspire with one of the most negative groups ever known to the Canadian cattle industry, R-CALF.
Cityplace acquired by Manitoba Public Insurance
Manitoba Public Insurance has acquired Cityplace, the office and retail building that houses most of its administrative offices, while assuring ratepayers that the acquisition will contribute to stable operating costs and continued low Autopac rates.
Second youth charged in stabbing incident
On February 26, 2008, a second female youth was arrested by Grand Rapids RCMP in connection with the stabbing of a male and the severe beating of another male, in The Pas, on February 21, 2008.
Toews welcomes legislation to protect Canadians from gangs and organized crime
Vic Toews, President of the Treasury Board and Member of Parliament for Provencher, today welcomed new legislation that targets gang violence and organized crime.
Saskatchewan announces support for cattle and hog producers
Saskatchewan’s agriculture minister has announced a 71 million dollar program to assist the province’s cattle and hog producers and called on the federal government to provide additional support.
CWB must cooperate fully with Auditor General
Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz issued a formal letter to the Canadian Wheat Board asking them to allow the Auditor General to conduct a full audit of all operations.
Arrest made in fatal collision incident
Back on April 13, 2008 at about 5 p.m., Selkirk RCMP attended the scene of a fatal rear end collision on the Brokenhead First Nation Community.
Steinbach public water reports now available
In accordance with Drinking Water Safety Act 32(1), all municipalities must now provide the public with the ability to access information related to the drinking water they consume.
