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The province's Consumer Protection and Government Services branch announced yesterday that the 2024 rent guideline will be at three per cent in 2024.
The increase will be effective on January 1st, 2024, and does not apply to:
- Rental units going for $1,615 or more a month.
- Various social housing units.
- Rental units owned and operated by, or for, municipal, provincial or federal governments.
- Rental units in buildings first occupied after March 2005.
- Not-for-profit life lease units.
- Co-operative units.
- Approved rehabilitated rental units.
This will be the first time since 2021 that the rent guideline will increase after it was set at zero per cent for 2022 and 2023.
Rent prices can only be increased once per year and tenants must get written notice of a rent increase at least three months prior to the increase taking effect.
Landlords and tenants who want to learn more about rent increases can phone the Residential Tenancies Branch at 204-945-2476 or toll free at 1-800-782-8403.
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Manitoba's Provincial government has recently announced new funding totalling $28.3 million that will assist disabled students across the province.
In an announcement at the Ecole Macniell school, Protection and Government Services Minister James Teitsma and Dauphin MLA Brad Michaleski revealed the sum of funding, and the fact that $12 million of this will go towards schools in Dauphin-area school districts.
Michaleski spoke on the benefits that schools like Ecole Macniell will see, which coincidentally, is where he went to school.
"The issue of accessibility is important. We want to make sure that there's no barriers. We want to eliminate as many barriers for people and families. Minister Teitsma mentioned it too, there's other people that attend these schools, and they're going to make use of these accessibility features as well. Again, a great investment for all of Manitoba and all Manitoba communities"
In total, 35 schools will be receiving funding in order to allow as many students and families as possible to more easily access schools and resources.
The funding is designed to build new infrastructure in schools that will empower students that are affected by mental and physical disabilities, and Minister Teitsma thinks many students will benefit from this.
"I would definetly say it's in the thousands if not tens of thousands as we have 28 school. I think the idea of making spaces more welcome and inclusive is also an example for all the students who attend that school to understand how to integrate a person with disabilities in their lives and in their class rooms."
The construction projects range from accessible hygiene rooms, accessibility entry ramps, elevators to access all floors of the school, and several other forms of lifts for stairs, libraries, and gymnasiums.
The school divisions that will be seeing this funding are as follows:
- Brandon
- Interlake
- Kelsey
- Lord Selkirk
- Louis Riel
- Mountain View
- Pembina Trails
- Prairie Spirit
- Red River Valley
- River East Transcona
- Seine River
- Seven Oaks
- St. James-Assiniboia
- Sunrise
- Swan Valley and
- Winnipeg
The complete list of schools and the official release can be found at the Government of Manitoba's Website.
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A 36-year-old from Birch River is facing a slew of charges after a crime spree in Swan River.
On July 17 at midnight, Swan River RCMP responded to a possible impaired driver at a business on Main Street. It was reported that a female in a new dark-coloured truck appeared impaired and she left the business travelling south.
When officers spotted the vehicle on 2nd Street South in Swan River, Jamie Audy fled at a high rate of speed. The vehicle was then located abandoned with extensive damage a short time later. Then just about two hours later at 2:05 a.m., the RCMP responded to the same business after the same female was spotted, but now in a new white truck. Audy abandoned the truck and fled and was not immediately found.
Later in the day, the RCMP did catch Audy and they determined that a business on Main Street had been broken into and the two vehicles had been stolen.
Audy is now charged with the following offences:
Flight from Police, Break and Enter, Possession of Property Obtained by Crime x2, Use of credit card Obtained by Crime, Theft of Truck x2, Mischief, Theft x3, and Fail to Comply x3.
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Abigail Sinclair has been safely located.
The RCMP thanks the public and media for their assistance.
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17-year-old Abigail Sinclair, from Wuskwi Sipihk First Nation, was last seen in that community on Monday, July 3rd.
Abigail, who also goes by the name Blake, is described as 5'6", 160 pounds, with black shoulder-length hair and brown eyes.
Police and family are concerned for Abigail's well being and if you have information regarding their whereabouts, call Swan River RCMP at 204-734-4686. You can also contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or go to manitobacrimestoppers.com.
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A new project has been in the works by the Manitoba Metis federation.
After purchasing a plot of land at the base of the Duck Mountains, MMF is looking to set up a new youth camp that will allow Metis citizens between the ages of 14 to 29 to connect with nature, the knowledge of their elders, and their cultural heritage.
This summer will be the first operating period of this new camp, and construction is in full swing of several cabins and washrooms for extended stays.
The inaugural camp session is set to take place this year, from August 14th to 18th, and Manitoba Metis Federation's Francis Chartrand is feeling the excitement building.
"It's exciting times... We're going to run land-based Metis specific cultural camps for Red River Metis citizens up in the swan river area"
Chartrand also went into some detail about what these camps will offer to the youth staying at them.
"The children will learn about our language, learn about medicine, learn how to make sashes learn about the fiddle, how to dance, jig and square dance"
Another key lesson Chartrand said will be shared is how the Metis people have worked in hunting, trapping, and fishing, and how these skills not only made them self-sufficient, but also how it allowed them avenues of trade and commerce.
Full days are planned where elders will take the young camp-goers out on the water early in the morning, and fish until dinner time.
After a long day on the water, an evening of bannock, fresh fish, and fireside stories are in store. Elders will get to pass on the valuable knowledge they hold, as well as play music and dance with the younger generation.
This year happens to feature a special event. MMF has partnered with the Yukon and Nunavut and will be bringing in youths from northern-Canadian Dene groups in a cultural exchange program.
As the project is moving ahead, MMF is looking to hiring staff for the camp. If you're looking to apply, you can contact the Northwest Metis Council in Dauphin, or drop by their office with a resume and police background check. The camp will be looking to hire 5 to 10 camp councilors seasonally to staff the new facility.
This new camp is opening in less than a month, and the excitement is building in this opportunity to educate local Metis youth on long-standing traditions in the modern era.
To learn more about this developing program, visit the Northwest Metis Council office in Dauphin, or call them at 204-638-9485.
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Last Thursday, a tentative agreement to end the strike put on by the International Longshore and Warehouse Union Canada (ILWU) was made with the British Columbia Maritime Employers Association (BCMEA). This brought an end to the strike which started on July 1st, but it was short-lived.
Fast forward to Tuesday this week, and the ILWU decided to not recommend ratifying the agreement to its members. This means port workers who are part of the union are back on the picket line.
While the strike is occuring in BC, it has an affect on Manitoba agriculture exports, and the country's supply chain overall.
Brenna Mahoney, the General Manager of Keystone Agricultural Producers, says every day the strike continues means the recovery of the supply chain is pushed back further.
"So the reality is our grain farmers will be impacted, the assessment as of last week is that recovery will take until about October, so every day that there's a strike, it takes about a week of recovery."
Mahoney added that just last week, there were some processors in Manitoba that stopped production because they had nowhere to ship their product to. This is due to what may be the biggest headache with the strike, and that is the bottleneck of container ships waiting to be loaded or unloaded.
"This is an impact to the entire value chain and we have to remember, what's really being impacted here is container shipments. That's really been the focus of the conversation so far. A lot of the products our producers receive come by container", explained Mahoney.
Listen to Alec Woolston's full conversation with KAP General Manager Brenna Mahoney, below:
Part 1
Part 2
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A man charged with making threats online has been released from custody.
On January 11, 2023, the Russell RCMP was advised that Michael Man was making threats on a social media account towards law enforcement, government officials, and medical professionals.
When officers arrived at Michael's home, he allegedly resisted arrest before he was taken into custody.
He will now appear in a Russell courtroom on Wednesday, July 26.
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Today, July 19 is a special day at Tim Hortons.
That's because it is Tim Hortons Foundation Camp Day and Dauphin's Tim Hortons is looking forward to having a lot of fun throughout the day.
When you purchase a hot or iced coffee, bracelet, or a new pair of socks, you will be helping youth from underserved communities access leadership programs and that will in turn give them the chance to achieve their full potential.
"100 percent of the sales from those items will go directly towards our Camp Day Foundation," said Suzette Ahuday, general manager at Dauphin's Tim Hortons.
Camp Day is Tim Hortons largest annual fundraiser and you can be a part of it. There will also be a few activites including Spin the Wheel. For just $2, you can spin the wheel and you can win some great prizes.
"We will also have people washing windows for a donation, so that is exciting as well," ended Ahuday. "Any donation is greatly appreciated."
You can also stop in from 11 to 2 to chat with Al Gaines, the host of the Al Morning Show right here on 730CKDM.
In the past, more than 300,000 youth between the ages of 12 and 16 have benefited from the proceeds raised thru Camp Day.
"We also want to thank the many local business sponsors that have jumped on board and donated funds to use, it means the world," said Ahuday.
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It was announced last week that all workers at Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries would go on a one-day strike if no deal was agreed upon.
Despite Manitoba General Employees Union (MGEU) willingness to meet with MLL, no deal was struck and that one-day strike will take place province-wide on Wednesday, July 19. That means Dauphin's Liquor Mart and the Liquour Mart in Swan River will be closed.
The closure will also affect every single Liquor Mart in the province.
Kyle Ross is the president of MGEU.
"It's truly frustrating, these workers worked thru the pandemic and the thefts as well and they're just asking to be treated fairly," said Ross. "They want to be treated the same way that Premier Stefanson and her cabinet are being treated. It's very frustrating that there are two classes of workers in this province."
In talks with the two local Liquor Marts, Dauphin was unable to comment on if they will be back to business on Thursday; however, Swan River's Liquor Mart will be back open on Thursday after the one-day strike.
MGEU is set to meet with MLL on Friday as the bargaining talks will continue.
"This is the last place we wanted to be, we never wanted a strike," offered Ross. "it's scary for our members and it's scary for us. It's unfortunate that the employer put us in this position, we don't really see any other option at this time."
This job action involves approximately 1,400 MGEU members who have been working under an expired contract since March 2022.
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A man from Winnipeg is dead after a brawl at the Stony Mountain Institution.
On Monday evening at around 6:30, the Stonewall RCMP responded to the melee which included several inmates.
Ultimately, seven inmates were injured and taken to the hospital while a 33-year-old male was pronounced deceased at the scene.
It was reported that some of the inmates involved were armed with edged weapons.
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From 8:30 to 4:30 this Thursday (July 20th), a chance to learn first aid related to farm safety will happen at Credit Union Place.
Manitoba Canola Growers and Farmsafe Manitoba are hosting the training, which is geared toward situations that could occur in a rural setting that require first aid.
"The course has been designed by St. John ambulance and they will be leading the day and it has been tailored for farm safety. We'll be dealing with specific farm safety examples throughout the day", said Corina Lepp, the Grower Engagement and Extension Manager with MCG.
At the end of the day, you will become level 1 CPR certified.
To sign up, register online. The cost is $50, but it is free if you are a member of Manitoba Canola Growers or Keystone Agricultural Producers.
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