News - Manitoba

Manitoba will double the capacity of a respected fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) support program and expand FASD diagnostic capacity in northern and rural communities as part of new funding for its five-year FASD strategy.

More than 270 non-profit community groups will be able to create or upgrade local recreational, wellness or cultural facilities for Manitoba families this year with help from the province.

The province of Manitoba is ensuring families and their newborns have the best start in life through an expanded universal newborn screening program.

Those who drink and drive would face stiffer consequences for their actions under proposed amendments to the Highway Traffic Act which would expand the ignition interlock program to all first-time impaired driving offenders.

As a tribute to the dedication and sacrifices of firefighters, Manitoba is making specialty licence plates available to Manitoba firefighters.

The Office of the Chief Provincial Public Health Officer encourages Manitobans to take advantage of spring and summer by enjoying outdoor activities, increasing physical activity and improving their health.

As the province marks Emergency Preparedness Week from May 6 to 12, it’s a good time for all Manitobans to take stock of their own situations and plan for possible emergencies.

Manitoba Conservation and Water Stewardship is reminding Manitobans to not prune elm trees between April 1 and July 31 to help reduce the spread of Dutch elm disease.

One wrong turn or accidental fall can turn an outdoor adventure into a nightmare ordeal, but planning ahead can help you avoid risky situations, Search and Rescue Manitoba (SARMAN) advised.

The province is continuing efforts to reduce the use of tobacco in Manitoba by introducing legislation that would ban the supply of tobacco products in pharmacies and health-care facilities, as well as prohibit the sale of tobacco products from vending machines.