News - Manitoba

The Province of Manitoba, the Canadian Fertilizer Institute (CFI) and Keystone Agriculture Producers (KAP) have signed a 4R Nutrient Stewardship memorandum of understanding (MOU) that formalizes a joint commitment to support agriculture production and environmental protection through improved fertilizer use.

Manitoba families will have more access to the medication they need as the result of the addition of 153 new drugs to the provincial pharmacare formulary effective Jan. 21, which will lower prescription drug costs and provide more treatment options for patients and health-care providers.

Minister Menzies recently announced the launch of Canada Summer Jobs 2013, which will create up to 36,000 job opportunities for students across the country.

Manitoba farmers, agriculture processors and members of the public are again encouraged to share their input to determine how Growing Forward 2 programs will be delivered.

The Government of Manitoba will be launching its pre-budget consultation meetings in the coming weeks, allowing all Manitobans the chance to have their voices heard as the government works toward announcing the 2013 budget this spring.

Manitobans are being advised to use caution when considering residential natural gas contracts as the sales persons may not be who they claim to be.

With a winter storm in the current weather forecast, Manitoba Infrastructure and Transportation advises motorists to watch for snow-clearing equipment on highways and provincial roads.

The province is asking for input on gift card legislation to ensure continued fairness and protection for Manitoba families.

Manitoba Health reports the flu is here with an earlier start to the influenza season and a higher number of laboratory-confirmed cases compared to previous years.

As Manitobans look to fulfil their new year’s resolutions, the Consumer Protection Office is reminding consumers to read all terms and conditions before signing prepaid services contracts with health and fitness clubs or diet clinics.