Weather Update
Environment Canada has called off a severe thunderstorm warning for the Parkland.
At around 5:30 a.m. the severe thunderstorms that Environment Canada had originally called for in the areas of Dauphin, Russel, Roblin, and Winnipegosis has been changed.
Rain and thunderstorms are still in effect however they are not on the government's severe warnings advisory. It is still suggested for residents of Dauphin to be cautious of the pending storm as changes may still be in effect.
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Missing Winnipeg Children Found Safe and Sound
The two Winnipeg children who went missing earlier this week have been found.
Police said on social media that 11 year - old Montana Giesbrecht and 9 year - old Josh Giesbrecht were located in Winnipeg yesterday. The children disappeared Monday after getting into a car with someone police believe they knew.
Officers believed they were with their mother, Sandra Giesbrecht. Police say they will not release any more details until this morning.
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Brexit Decision Will Ignite Nationalism Within People
Britain's vote to leave the European Union has some Quebecers thinking about the province's independence movement. Quebec celebrated its Fete Nationale yesterday, which usually serves as a rallying cry for separatists.
In response to Quebec and the Brexit decision, Dauphin Mayor Eric Irwin feels that the leave will ignite a strong nationalism among people internationally.
While some Montrealers attending this year's parade suggested the "Brexit" could boost the Quebec independence movement, a referendum isn't on the horizon as the provincial election isn't in years.
The sovereigntist Parti Quebecois is still without a leader.
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The Countess of Wessex visits Fort McMurray
Fire-ravaged Fort McMurray, Alberta has had a royal visitor.
Sophie, the Countess of Wessex, along with Governor General David Johnston and Wood Buffalo Mayor Melissa Blake toured the city yesterday.
The group also visited Fort McMurray First Nation to commend the community for providing food, water and other necessities to fire evacuees. Residents of the First Nation community performed a traditional song and dance for the visitors.
