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The province has directed Prairie Mountain Health to reduce for-profit nursing agency costs by 15 per cent by March 2026 as part of a systemwide effort to refocus funding on nurses in the public system.
Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care Minister Uzoma Asagwara blamed the previous Tory government for cutting services, closing ERs and firing nurses resulting in millions overspent on private nursing agencies.
Asagwara added this direction comes alongside the Manitoba government’s efforts to invest in publicly funded health care and encourage nurses to join the public system.
In the past, Manitoba held hundreds of distinct contracts with more than 70 private for-profit agencies, with little to no policies on how to limit those agencies’ impact on the nurses working in the public system or the rates they charge to publicly funded service delivery organizations, according to the Minister.
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Public Works in Gilbert Plains wants to remind residents that some work is being done on a water break tomorrow morning at Hwy 10 and the Valley River.
If you are in the northeast part of the municipality and have municipal water, you may experience low pressure or no water starting at 9:00 am on Thursday, January 30, 2025.
The municipality thanks residents for understanding and aims to resolve this as soon as possible.
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The AMC election has concluded, and Kyra Wilson has been named as the new Grand Chief.
The former chief of the Long Plain First Nation fills the role left vacant after the passing of Grand Chief Cathy Merrick Last fall.
In 2022, Wilson became the first female chief elected to lead Long Plain since the 1970s.
Other applicants to this role included former York Factory First Nation Chief Leroy Constant, Sapotaweyak Cree Nation Councillor Bava Dhillon, and former Peguis First Nation Chief Glenn Hudson.
Wilson's election comes with 37 of the 61 available votes, more than the rest of the competition combined.
SCO CONGRATULATES NEWLY ELECTED AMC GRAND CHIEF KYRA WILSON The Southern Chiefs' Organization and Grand Chief Jerry...
Posted by Southern Chiefs' Organization on Wednesday, January 29, 2025
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Around 7,000 members of the Manitoba Association of Health Care Professionals could be hitting the picket lines in the near future to back contract demands.
They recently voted 96 per cent in favour of a strike mandate, after their previous contract expired in March of last year.
MAHCP president Jason Linklater says workers are dealing with increased workloads, lack of competitive wages and critical staffing shortages.
He added that allied health professionals are running out of patience, and are asking for the relief and change they were promised, and for a competitive contract that will give them a reason to stay.
MAHCP members work in labs, clinics, hospitals, and community and long-term care settings across Manitoba.
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Sentencing will take place on March 19th for a woman who pled guilty to her role in a 2022 stabbing death in Pine Creek.
42-year-old Sheryl Thompson pled guilty last August to one count of Manslaughter after a 51-year-old man died from injuries suffered in the incident.
Meanwhile, a 40-year-old man from the Key First Nation has avoided any further discipline in relation to a drug and weapons bust in Dauphin last February.
Roland Klyne was one of four people originally arrested in the case, but he has agreed to a peace bond in exchange for the charges against him being stayed in court.
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Here is some great news for boat owners in the region.
Parks Canada has announced that it plans to allow watercraft on Clear Lake this year, under what it calls a "one boat, one lake" aquatic invasive species prevention program.
Following consultations with the province, Indigenous advisors, and leading scientific and international experts, Parks Canada determined that eradicating Zebra Mussels completely from Clear Lake would not be feasible.
The program is similar to one used in 2023, but the public will be given an opportunity to provide input on how it will be applied this year.
Those gatherings are set for this Saturday and Sunday from noon to 4 near the skating rink behind the Visitors Centre in Wasagaming.
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UPDATE: January 29 - 9:00 a.m.
The Dauphin RCMP has identified the person of interest.
They thank the public for their assistance.
The Dauphin RCMP are looking for a person of interest.
They're looking to identify (pictured above) who may have been involved or have information on a number of thefts in the Dauphin area over the past several weeks.
If you are able to help identify this person, please call the RCMP at 622-5020.
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You won't be surprised to hear there is another scam you should be on the lookout for.
The newest one sees scammers impersonating the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP).
The scam revolves around you receiving a text message saying that the RCMP was unable to deliver court documents and the ones receiving the texts are asked to reschedule to avoid missing a court date. These messages contain a link to an unofficial and fraudulent RCMP website to reschedule the delivery.
The RCMP will never issue notices by text. This is the RCMP's official website. If you receive this message, do not click the links, delete it immediately. If you clicked on a link or provided personal details via the website, contact your financial institution and report it to your local police detachment.
- The RCMP will never ask:
- to transfer money or make a payment;
- for remote access to your computer; and
- personal information, including your name, date of birth, phone number, email, address or banking details via text message.
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Manitoba has launched a tariff hotline.
Premier Wab Kinew says if you’re a business, a worker, or someone wondering about the potential impacts of tariffs – you can call the hotline.
He says more detailed questions from industries such as agriculture or transportation will get answered within a day.
You can phone 204-945-3744 – or toll-free at 1-866-626-4862.
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If you're looking to get outside in February and miss spending time at Provincial Parks in Manitoba, you're in luck.
The Manitoba Government has announced that there will be no cost to enjoy our wonderful provincial parks next month.
Environment and Climate Change Minister Mike Moyes said this.
“Manitoba’s provincial parks offer an incredible variety of trails and activities for Manitobans of all ages,” said Moyes. “I am pleased to announce we are waiving the entry fee to all provincial parks for February to make it more affordable for Manitoba families to get outdoors and enjoy all our beautiful provincial parks have to offer.”
Manitoba Winter Trails Day is making its debut on Saturday, February 8, and will take place each second Saturday throughout the month.
"This exciting day is all about celebrating Manitoba’s stunning winter trails, the incredible teams who maintain them, and the pure joy of embracing the season with outdoor adventures alongside family and friends," said Moyes.
Guided tours will be offered on February 8 and 22 at the following provincial parks.
- Birds Hill: Strap on your snowshoes and set out on the Nimowin Trail, where you’ll track down animal prints, uncover signs of wildlife, and learn how creatures adapt to the cold season.
- Spruce Woods: Take a guided hike along the Epinette Trail and discover the park’s fascinating landscape and unique bond with the spruce forest.
In addition to that exciting news, you can now apply for a seasonal camping spots and are asked to apply before February 7.
You can apply here.
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Organizers and participants in this year's Journey for Sight Snowmobile ride says they had ideal conditions for this year's event, a stark contrast to last year when it had to be cancelled due to a lack of snow.
The event began last Wednesday in Flin Flon and wrapped up Saturday afternoon in Brandon.
Dauphin Lions Club president Dean Loundsbury says they have raised $30,500 so far among 12 riders, with more proceeds still rolling in.
"I have collected another $100 (since Saturday), and I know Todd Rathwell has a book and he has collected a little bit more. We never had a sled to raffle this year because there was not a specific Lions club that took on that project, so we did come up with a Journey for Sight 50/50 draw. And that is still ongoing and I believe the draw for that is the 17th or 18th of February."
Lounsbury says Dauphin has always been a focal point of support for this event, and this year was no different.
"Dean Cooley GM gave me a brand new truck to take on the trip, and we thank them very much. Reit-Syd Equipment gave us a trailer to take. The community, the businesses of Dauphin just do a phenomenal job of supporting us.".
Among the highlights was being welcomed into Grandview by students there, with that community raising 25 hundred dollars alone for this year's ride.
Next year will mark the 40th anniversary of the Journey for Sight Ride.
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