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The Provincial Government Made Announcements today that highlight a new tough-on-crime plan for Manitoba.
This plan includes initiatives like Stronger impaired driving legislation, a two percent funding increase of Municipal law enforcement, and the Creation of a new Centre for Justice In Dauphin.
It would also see more funding for First Nations police services, and the hiring of 100 new mental health workers to accompany first responders.
Justice Minister Matt Weibe hopes that the new measures will work to build a more collaborative Justice system, as Manitoba crafted this new safety plan following consultations with stakeholders, nine First Nation governments, and other organizations on this strategy.
The "Safer Neighborhoods, Safer Downtowns" Public Safety Strategy can be viewed in full at the Government of Manitoba Website.
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As part of Giving Week, Dauphin's McDonald's restaurant is holding a "Golden Arches Gives Back" promotion in support of the Dauphin & District Food Bank.
The restaurant is accepting donations of non-perishable or canned foods up until Sunday, with all of those donations being turned over to the Food Bank.
Anyone who makes a food donation will receive their choice of either a small coffee or a McPop.
The local McDonald's is also donating 20 cents from the sale of every Happy Meal and sausage sandwich to the Food Bank.
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A trial date has been set for one of the accused in a trio of armed robberies in Dauphin this past March.
Thirty-year-old Desmond Parenteau, of Duck Bay, was in court this past Tuesday, when a trial date of March 27th was set.
Meanwhile, a Dauphin man accused of assaulting another man and a police officer also made his next court appearance this past week.
Thirty-year-old Shayne Lavallee had his matters put over until November 26th.
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The Dauphin RCMP is looking for public assistance after a theft at Dauphin Lake was caught on camera.
Between November 6th and 9th, two suspects stole various tools and yard equipment from a storage container in the area while hiding their identities under masks.
The RCMP hopes that the distinctive clothing will be enough to help identify these suspects.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Dauphin RCMP at 204- 622-5020, Crime Stoppers anonymously by phone or online.
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The Winnipegosis Historical Society was recently recognized in the Manitoba Legislature.
Prior to the close of the most recent session, Dauphin MLA Ron Kostyshyn gave a Member's statement where he recognized the board and volunteers of the Society for the tireless work they have done in making a positive impact in that community.
Kostyshyn particularly singled out long-serving member Jo Bunka for her many volunteer contributions.
Following that session, Kostyshyn presented a framed copy of the Member's statement to society members Brian and Diane Tumak, who were in attendance in the gallery of the legislature for the reading of that statement.
Our MLA went on to thank everyone that dedicated their time and energy to preserving local history.
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The RM of Dauphin and the Parkland Humane Society are joining forces to launch a Spay and Neuter program for RM residents.
On their Facebook page, the Municipality says the program aims to support responsible pet ownership, while also helping to reduce stray animal populations.
To participate, residents should download the spay/neuter application form from the RM of Dauphin's website, fill it out, and then drop it off directly at the Parkland Humane Society.
The Municipality says it will not be responsible for forwarding forms to PHS on your behalf.
Anyone with questions on this program can contact the Parkland Humane Society at 204-638-6996.
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With job action at Canada Post on the horizon as early as this Friday, Manitoba Hydro is cautioning customers who receive their monthly bill by mail that delivery of those documents could be delayed.
They are encouraging customers who have not done so as of yet to sign up for an online account, which would allow them to log in and get their bill amount and payment due date.
It also allows customers to view, print, or save the bill for their files.
Those that do not have online accounts can sign up at account.hydro.mb.ca/portal All you have to provide is your postal code and 14-digit account number.
Customers without internet access can call Manitoba Hydro's automated billing line at 1-204-289-7278 to find out their bill amount and due date.
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There are some new faces, and a new role after the provincial government made changes to the cabinet today.
Nello Altomare returned to the role of Minister of Education, and Dauphin MLA Ron Kostyshyn remained ag minister.
Key changes were seen in Northern relations, taken over by Glem Simard, and Jamie Moses taking up Business, Mining, Trade, and Job Creation.
The new Innovation and New Technology department will be spearheaded by Mike Moroz to advance Tech in the province and to modernize government services.
the other new members of the cabinet are Mintu Sandhu, who will be in charge of delivering public services, and Nellie Kennedy as minster for Sport
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This is Giving Challenge Week, an initiative started years ago by Endow Manitoba as a way for Community Foundations to grow their undesignated funds.
Gifts to a Community Foundations' Undesignated fund between now and Sunday will be stretched by the Winnipeg Foundation and the provincial government, adding an extra dollar each on donation on the first $10,000 received.
Kit Daley with the Dauphin and District Community Foundation says this event, which is an initiative through Endow Manitoba, has been around for 9 years and has been very well received in our area.
"In each of the last five years, Dauphin has been in the top three for donations received. And that really speaks to how generous this area is, how supportive it is, and it ensures that our endowment funds will continue to support organizations in our area."
You can make a contribution by either visiting the DDCF office in City Hall or by going to either their website or endowmb.org.
You can also donate with your credit card by calling the Winnipeg Foundation at 1-877-974-3631.
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The full MVSD school board convened for the first time last night.
The Meeting ran as scheduled but one item from the recent by-election was brought to the Table.
In the recent election, there was some confusion around representation.
Returning officer Kirk Dawson reported that Tootinaowaziibeeng was a point of confusion, as many voters, nominees, and election officials were unsure if that population could vote.
As an addition to the orders of business, newly elected Jarri Thompson brought this issue to light, as well as the beginnings of solutions.
Scott Lynxleg, another new board member agreed, as he's received feedback from his neighbors in Tootinaowaziibeeng.
"They just want to be heard, they just want to be involved, they want to be part of it. This election really turned the tides of it. That's why we're here, why I'm here, because if you don't know, you don't ask. I think that's going to be addressed in a good way."
According to statistics from Board Chair Jason Gryba, 37% of students in MVSD self-identify as Indigenous, and this move to add this new ward would be a step to offer more representation.
There were also discussions of new programming and upgrades to heating and lighting systems division-wide.
Currently, seven of the sixteen schools in MVSD are using very old pneumatic systems for heating and cooling.
Prospective upgrades are being assessed, and the funding for it will primarily be covered through grants from the Manitoba Government.
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