Manitoba News

The Manitoba News Centre offers you quick access to the provincial news of the day.

  1. Accessibility Standards Canada and Manitoba take action for a barrier-free Canada

    Accessibility Standards Canada and the Manitoba Department of Families have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The agreement will improve efforts, coordination, and the sharing of resources dedicated to creating a Canada without barriers.

  2. Infrastructure funding supports water and wastewater system upgrades for Sioux Valley Dakota Nation

    Today, Sioux Valley Dakota Nation Chief Jennifer Bone and the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown–Indigenous Relations, marked a historic investment in a new water treatment plant to meet the community's water infrastructure needs. Through the Indigenous Community Infrastructure Fund, the Government of Canada has provided total of $12 million to Sioux Valley Dakota Nation.

  3. Canada invests in the redevelopment of the Native Addictions Council of Manitoba building

    Today, Kevin Lamoureux, Parliamentary Secretary to the Leader of the Government in the House of Commons and Member of Parliament for Winnipeg North, and Theresa Crow Spreading His Wings, Executive Director of the Native Addictions Council of Manitoba, announced a federal investment of more than $21.6 million towards the redevelopment of the Native Addictions Council of Manitoba building in Winnipeg’s North End.

  4. The Forks National Historic Site officially opens for the visitor season on May 23

    Explore and connect with the stories of the past through guided tours and free activities for the whole family.

  5. Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site officially opens for the 2023 visitor season on May 23

    Relive history this summer with immersive programming and activities for the whole family.

  6. Canada and Sioux Valley Dakota Nation to make an announcement on Indigenous infrastructure

    Jennifer Bone, Chief of Sioux Valley Dakota Nation, and the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown–Indigenous Relations, will announce historic infrastructure investments in the community.

  7. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Winnipeg

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Kevin Lamoureux, Parliamentary Secretary to the Leader of the Government in the House of Commons and Member of Parliament for Winnipeg North, and Theresa Crow Spreading His Wings, Executive Director, Native Addictions Council of Manitoba.

  8. Canada and Manitoba invest in ventilation, heating, and cooling upgrades in schools and healthcare facilities across the province

    Today, Terry Duguid, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South, and the Honourable James Teitsma, Minister of Consumer Protection and Government Services, announced a joint investment of more than $13.1 million to upgrade ventilation systems in 32 schools and healthcare facilities across Manitoba.

  9. Backgrounder: Canada and Manitoba invest in ventilation, heating and cooling upgrades in schools and healthcare facilities across the province

    The Government of Canada is investing $10,469,172 and the Government of Manitoba is investing up to $2,697,399 through the COVID-19 Resilience Stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program to support 32 ventilation projects in schools, health facilities, treatment facilities, and emergency services buildings.

  10. Canada invests in the revitalization of Broadway’s tree canopy in Winnipeg

    Today, the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and CanNor and Member of Parliament for Saint Boniface-Saint Vital, and His Worship Scott Gillingham, Mayor of the City of Winnipeg, announced a joint investment of more than $5.4 million to support the Trees on Broadway project.

  11. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Winnipeg

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Terry Duguid, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South, and the Honourable James Teitsma, Minister of Consumer Protection and Government Services.

  12. Bridge at St. Andrews Lock and Dam closed to motorists

    Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise motorists that the bridge at the St. Andrews Lock and Dam will be closed to vehicular traffic for deck replacement work.

  13. Joint CBSA and Winnipeg Police Service investigation leads to charges against Winnipeg resident for importing prohibited weapons

    The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and the Winnipeg Police Service are working together to keep prohibited weapons out of our communities.

  14. New federal investments to support Indigenous communities’ participation in mineral development projects in Manitoba

    Over $3.75M in funding for a new Indigenous Critical Minerals Partnerships Initiative in #Manitoba

  15. Underpass roadway at St. Andrews Lock and Dam closed to motorists

    Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists that the local roadway under the east approach at the St. Andrews Lock and Dam will continue to be closed to vehicular traffic for construction and maintenance purposes until June 30. This closure will not affect vehicles travelling on Highway 44.

  16.   Sidewalk closure at St. Andrews Lock and Dam 

    Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise pedestrians and cyclists that the sidewalk under the east approach of the St. Andrews Lock and Dam bridge will be closed for construction and maintenance.

  17. Province of Manitoba accepting applications under two new funding streams for agriculture producers

    Province of Manitoba accepting applications under two new funding streams for agriculture producers

  18. Investing in Little Saskatchewan First Nation’s MINO-AYA-WIN Centre

    Today, the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and CanNor, the Honourable James Teitsma, Minister of Consumer Protection and Government Services, and Chief Hector Shorting of Little Saskatchewan First Nation announced a joint investment of more than $4.9 million to build the MINO-AYA-WIN Centre in Little Saskatchewan First Nation, located in Manitoba’s Interlake Region.

  19. Canada, Manitoba Invest in Economic Opportunities and Market Access for Manitoba Agri-Processors

    More funding is now available for Manitoba food processors under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP), federal Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau and Manitoba Agriculture Minister Derek Johnson announced today.

  20. Government of Canada invests in renovation of Rhineland’s Gretna Arena

    Today, the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and Minister responsible for CanNor, and Don Wiebe, Reeve for the Municipality of Rhineland, announced a federal investment of $798,000 to support the energy-efficient renovation of Rhineland’s Gretna arena.

  21. Death of an inmate from Stony Mountain Institution

    On April 12, 2023, Oliver Murdock, an inmate from Stony Mountain Institution, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.

  22. Canada, Manitoba sign agreement to grow Manitoba’s agriculture and agri-foods sector over 5 years 

    Today, federal Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau and Manitoba Agriculture Minister Derek Johnson announced $221 million for strategic agricultural initiatives in Manitoba under the new the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP).

  23. Parliamentary Secretary Duguid highlights how Budget 2023 investments will make life more affordable for Canadians during keynote address to Manitoba Chambers of Commerce

    PS Terry Duguid on behalf of Minister Dan Vandal, responsible for PrairiesCan, highlights budget investments to make life more affordable for Canadians

  24. Media Advisory: Site Visit in Winnipeg, Manitoba

    Winnipeg, Manitoba, April 6, 2023 — Members of the media are invited to attend a site visit with the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion, and Terry Duguid, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South.

  25. Minister Vandal to address Manitoba Chambers of Commerce on federal budget investments

    The Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister responsible for PrairiesCan, to highlight budget investments make life more affordable for Canadians

  26. Minister Gould to highlight federal budget investments in Winnipeg

    The Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, Karina Gould will be at the University of Manitoba to highlight federal budget investments in a Strong Middle Class, an Affordable Economy, and a Healthy Future.

  27. Minister of Transport announces funding to improve intermodal connectivity in the Winnipeg Metropolitan Region

    An efficient and reliable transportation system is essential to making life more affordable for Canadians and combatting the rising cost of living. The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring our supply chains grow the economy and create good, middle-class jobs for Canadians, while ensuring they are resilient and adaptive to the impacts of climate change.

  28. Minister Boissonnault announces federal investments in Indigenous tourism and economic development experiences in Manitoba and the Northwest Territories

    Federal funding for Indigenous tourism initiatives in Manitoba and the Northwest Territories

  29. Backgrounder: Minister Boissonnault announces federal investments in Indigenous tourism and economic development experiences in Manitoba and the Northwest Territories

    Federal funding for Indigenous tourism initiatives in Manitoba and the Northwest Territories

  30. Federally funded improvements completed at Wawanesa and District Recreation Centre 

    Today, the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and CanNor; Andrew Smith, Manitoba Minister of Municipal Relations; and Brett McGregor, Director of the Souris River Recreation Commission, announced a federal investment of more than $832,000 to modernize the Wawanesa and District Recreation Centre and announced the completion of the project.

  31. Government of Canada Approves Lynn Lake Gold Project

    Today the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, announced that the environmental mitigation measures proposed for the Lynn Lake Gold Project in Manitoba provide a sustainable path forward for the project to proceed informed by the conclusions in the Environmental Assessment Report of the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada

  32. Death of an inmate from Stony Mountain Institution

    On March 4, 2023, an inmate from Stony Mountain Institution died while in our custody. The individual’s name has been anonymized to comply with a court-ordered publication ban.

  33. Canada invests in upgrades to Main Street Project Community Health Centre in Winnipeg

    Winnipeg, Manitoba, March 1, 2023 — Today, the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and CanNor and Member of Parliament for Saint Boniface-Saint Vital; Terry Duguid, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South; and Jamil Mahmood, Executive Director of the Main Street Project, announced more than $10.6 million in federal funding for energy-efficient upgrades to Main Street Project’s Martha Street Facility.

  34. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Winnipeg

    Winnipeg, Manitoba, February 28, 2023—Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and CanNor; Terry Duguid, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South; and Jamil Mahmood, Executive Director of the Main Street Project.

  35. $60 million investment to support Manitoba’s early learning and child care providers 

    Giving children in Canada the best possible start in life is a top priority. That is why the governments of Canada and Manitoba are providing $60 million in grants to early learning and child care providers for facility infrastructure improvements, curriculum development, and workforce retention.

  36. Government of Canada to invest in Manitoba’s early childhood learning

    The Minister of Northern Affairs, Dan Vandal, will join Manitoba’s Minister of Education and Early Childhood Learning, Wayne Ewasko, to announce funding for the province’s early learning and child care action plan.

  37. Lake Manitoba First Nation celebrates grand opening of new health center

    A celebration was held today in Lake Manitoba First Nation for the grand opening of their new health center. Elders, leadership and community members gathered with honoured guests to commemorate the building’s official opening with prayers and ceremony, greetings from Chief and Council, and a tour of the new facility.

  38. New federal investments in Indigenous initiatives and communities across Manitoba announced by Minister Vandal

    New federal investments in Indigenous initiatives and communities across Manitoba

  39. Federal investments in Indigenous businesses and communities across Manitoba

    New federal investments in Indigenous initiatives and communities across Manitoba

  40. Minister Vandal to announce federal investments in Indigenous initiatives and communities across Manitoba

    The Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister for PrairiesCan, to announce federal investment in Indigenous initiatives and communities in Manitoba

  41. Minister Vandal announces federal investments in Manitoba’s tourism experiences at Winter Cities Shake-Up Conference

    More than $3 million to support tourism initiatives in Manitoba

  42. Federal investments support tourism industry and experiences across Manitoba

    The Government of Canada’s investments in these eight projects will build new winter tourism attractions, develop new winter trails, enhance visitor experiences, and build outdoor infrastructure in Manitoba for everyone to enjoy.

  43. Minister Vandal to announce federal funding for tourism experiences across Manitoba

    The Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister for PrairiesCan, to announce funding to support tourism initiatives in Manitoba

  44. Bridge at St. Andrews Lock and Dam closed to motorists

    Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise users that the bridge at the St. Andrews Lock and Dam will be closed to vehicular traffic for deck replacement work.

  45. What's new and what to remember when filing your taxes in Manitoba this year

    Tax season is upon Manitoba residents and the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is getting ready to answer questions from taxpayers and make it easier and quicker for them to file their 2022 income tax and benefit return.

  46. Bridge at St. Andrews Lock and Dam closed to motorists

    Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise users that the bridge at the St. Andrews Lock and Dam will be closed to vehicular traffic for deck replacement work.

  47. Canada invests in energy efficient wellness hub in downtown Winnipeg

    Winnipeg, Manitoba, January 27, 2023—Today, Kevin Lamoureux, Parliamentary Secretary to the Leader of the Government in the House of Commons and Member of Parliament for Winnipeg North, and Bobbette Shoffner, Executive Director, Mount Carmel Clinic, announced more than $3.3 million in federal funding to retrofit Winnipeg’s Mount Carmel Clinic.

  48. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Winnipeg

    Winnipeg, Manitoba, January 26, 2023—Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Kevin Lamoureux, Parliamentary Secretary to the Leader of the Government in the House of Commons and Member of Parliament for Winnipeg North, and Bobbette Shoffner, Executive Director, Mount Carmel Clinic.

  49. Governments of Canada and Manitoba invest nearly $100,000 to upgrade horticulture storage facility 

    The governments of Canada and Manitoba are investing $98,970 through the Canadian Agricultural Partnership (CAP) to upgrade the University of Manitoba's Horticulture Storage Facility so it can conduct innovative potato research, federal Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau and Manitoba Agriculture Minister Derek Johnson announced today.

  50. MP Terry Duguid Launches Program to Plant Over 71,000 Trees in Winnipeg with Mayor Gillingham

    Terry Duguid, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, on behalf of the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, joined Winnipeg Mayor Scott Gillingham to launch the Home Grown tree planting grant program. Supported by a federal investment of more than $7 million over five years, this program will plant over 71,000 trees across Winnipeg and contribute to Canada’s collective effort to plant two billion trees.