Provincial News Archives

Manitoba Agriculture reports that the provincial harvest is now 24 percent complete, noting that the central region is currently the furthest advanced.

The Manitoba government is retaining skilled labour by supporting the extensions of work permits for temporary residents who are eligible to apply to the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP).

Manitoba RCMP are reporting that two individuals were recently arrested and charged after a traffic stop in the Rural Municipality of Woodlands resulted in the seizure of a number of firearms, as well as a quantity of drugs and cash.

The Manitoba government is providing additional funding to extend the ongoing retail and violent crime initiative in Winnipeg into the fall, in partnership with the Winnipeg Police Service (WPS).

Pork producers are being advised take steps to avoid the introduction of High Path Avian Influenza into the swine barn.

The Independent Investigation Unit of Manitoba (IIU) are currently investigating the actions of the Brandon Police Service involving an arrest in June of 2023.

The Manitoba government is providing more supports for Manitobans who are victims of crime through a 50 per cent increase in the funding directed to Manitoba Justice Victims Services from the Criminal Property Forfeiture Fund.

Environment and Climate Change Minister Tracy Schmidt announced that the Manitoba government is establishing nutrient targets to protect Manitoba’s lakes and rivers for future generations.

The Manitoba government has proclaimed August 31 as International Overdose Awareness Day to acknowledge Manitobans whose lives have been lost to drug poisoning and raise awareness of the risks of drug use.

As the public use of drones and laser pointers steadily increases, STARS is raising awareness to ensure these devices are used safely and responsibly for the safety of its aircraft, crew and patients.