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A 3.4 per cent increase to Manitoba's school operating fund is coming.
It was announced that operating funding will be $53.1 million for the 2025-26 academic year, up from $51.5 million this year. As per the agreement, the entire education budget will be $1.8 billion, with $6 million for capital support and $7.8 million going to independent schools. The 2025-26 academic year funding will be the highest level of funding in the past seven years.
Each division will vary from one to 9.8 per cent while the province is also increasing funding for the school nutrition program, with an additional $6.8 million coming through an agreement with the federal government.
Homeowners are to receive a $1,500 property tax credit. This replaces the previous Progressive Conservative $350 tax credit.
Parkland School Division Increases:
Mountain View School Division:
2025-26 Provincial Operating Support ($28.1 million)
2025-26 Provincial Operating Support Increase - With Nutrition Funding (6.5%)
2025-26 Total Funding Increase - With Federal Nutrition Funding (6.5%) only three other school divisions in the province will see a higher increase next academic year.
Frontier School Division:
2025-26 Provincial Operating Support ($50.7 million)
2025-26 Provincial Operating Support Increase - With Nutrition Funding (1.1%)
2025-26 Total Funding Increase - With Federal Nutrition Funding (2.7%)
Lakeshore School Division:
2025-26 Provincial Operating Support ($11.4 million)
2025-26 Provincial Operating Support Increase - With Nutrition Funding (3.1%)
2025-26 Total Funding Increase - With Federal Nutrition Funding (3.1%)
Park West School Division:
2025-26 Provincial Operating Support ($14.1 million)
2025-26 Provincial Operating Support Increase - With Nutrition Funding (1.1%)
2025-26 Total Funding Increase - With Federal Nutrition Funding (1.9%)
Pine Creek School Division:
2025-26 Provincial Operating Support ($9.3 million)
2025-26 Provincial Operating Support Increase - With Nutrition Funding (7.6%)
2025-26 Total Funding Increase - With Federal Nutrition Funding (7.7%) third highest increase, behind Western School Division and Flin Flon School Division
Swan Valley School Division:
2025-26 Provincial Operating Support ($14.0 million)
2025-26 Provincial Operating Support Increase - With Nutrition Funding (3.9%)
2025-26 Total Funding Increase - With Federal Nutrition Funding (3.9%)
Turtle River School Division:
2025-26 Provincial Operating Support ($8.9 million)
2025-26 Provincial Operating Support Increase - With Nutrition Funding (3.6%)
2025-26 Total Funding Increase - With Federal Nutrition Funding (4.0%)
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Dauphin Emergency Services have responded to a small structure fire on the Dauphin Memorial Community Centre Grounds.
At approximately 3:05 p.m. today, the Dauphin Fire Department dispatched crews to the Rotary Arena, where a fire had engulfed an off-building structure.
The structure, a small booth for announcers beside the grass ring, was quickly extinguished, preventing the spread to other nearby structures.
The cause of the fire is still being determined.
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A day of fun on the ice is set for March 8th when the Kin Club of Dauphin host the Dauphin Lake Walleye Dash Ice Fishing Derby.
A total of 200 holes are available at a cost of $130 each, with a total of $15,000 being up for grabs if the event is a sellout.
Nicole Gulenchin encourages you to buy your ticket as soon as possible.
"We are now selling so if you are interested you need to get online and go to that QR code whether it is on a poster or Facebook - wherever you need to go to find that code and get your ticket before you lose out because there are only 200 available."
Rodney Carberry says they are using a system that is not traditionally used in other ice fishing derbys.
"Lake Dauphin has its lake-specific rules with its 48 cm slot limits. So this formula allows us to use walleye that are over that size. So you can catch a fish, use one of the supplied lift grip systems that are going to hold that fish in the hole for you. And then we will get some judges to measure the fish at the hole for you. It is good for the fish - it stays healthy and we do not have to worry about it being on the ice and cold, it can protect it gills and protect its eyes. "
All proceeds from the event will be returned to the community by the Kin Club.
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Dealing with confrontation is the theme of the next Lunch and Learn event being put on by the Parkland Chamber of Commerce.
Set for Tuesday at 11:45 at the Parkland Rec Complex, Chamber Executive Director Stephen Chychota says it will feature a presentation by Robyne Fredriksen of Robyne D Counselling.
"A lot of our businesses, whether it is retail or service, they are coming into conflict once in a while with their front-line staff. They are dealing with people who are going through a time or something like that. And they have to deal with it in the moment at their business."
Fredriksen hopes those attending will come away with some easily applicable skills.
"We are going to talk in-depth - we have about 40 minutes - about seven steps. I found a really great video that is somewhat of a role play that can really tangibly set out these seven steps so that you can visualize yourself in the role of the customer service person."
You must pre-register for the event by going to the Parkland Chamber's website or calling 204-622-3140.
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Manitoba Hydro is looking for feedback on a possible electricity rate hike.
A recent opinion poll asks how Manitobans would feel about paying an extra $9 a month, citing money for infrastructure.
Another poll asks whether people might switch their use of large appliances to evenings or weekends if it means saving money on monthly electrical bills.
Some other provinces already have such a system, often called time-of-use rates, where charges are higher during the day and lower at night.
\Manitoba Hydro commissioned this opinion poll saying it’s faced with aging infrastructure and a growing demand for energy.
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Manitoba's unemployment rate dropped a tenth of a percentage point in January to 6.1 per cent, thanks to the addition of 2,000 jobs to the economy.
That falls in line with national numbers, which were also down one-tenth from December to 6.6 per cent.
Provincial Finance Minister Adrian Sala says the province also continues to see average weekly earnings go up.
Average weekly earnings went up 4.8 per cent on a year-over-year basis, well above the national average of 3.5 per cent
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The Gilbert Plains-Grandview Ag Society holds its Annual General Meeting this Monday night.
It'll begin at 7 pm at the Heartland Lanes Bowling Alley in Gilbert Plains.
New members are welcome to attend, as plans are well underway for the annual Fair and Rodeo this summer in Gilbert Plains, and volunteers are needed to help put the event on.
The Gilbert Plains-Grandview Ag Society is also looking for potential new board members.
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Tariff talks continue, and CKDM is looking into the effects on commodity groups, and the producers they work with
Chris Davison, President and CEO of the Canola Council of Canada notes that both sides of the border will be feeling the effects.
"so, ultimately that will be a function of obviously if tariffs are implemented, at what rate, and for how long they're in place for."
With the trade of critical inputs, equipment, and more under financial uncertainty, Davison has plenty of concern about these potential Tariffs.
You can hear more from Chris Davison on Monday's noon-hour edition of Agri View.
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The Winnipegosis Fire Department is reminding you that if you have a chimney, clean it once a year.
On Saturday morning, the WFD was on the scene of a chimney fire that had made its way into the wall and second floor. Once all occupants of the home were accounted for, crews entered to extinguish the fire on the second floor, which they were able to contain in the bedroom.
Despite the frigid conditions, the crew were able to save the majority of the building and its contents.
In an online post, they shared this.
"Just a reminder to residents to clean chimneys at least once per year and to burn well-seasoned wood," it read. "Never leave any type of fire-burning appliance or candles burning unattended."
They also thanked the Fork River Fire Department and EMS.
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The Provincial government has made good on its ambitious campaign promise to hire 1000 new healthcare workers.
Since April 2024, the Manitoba government has hired more than 1,255 net new healthcare workers, including 138 physicians, 481 nurses, 386 healthcare aides, and 176 allied health workers.
Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care Minister Uzoma Asagwara says the partnership with the Manitoba Nurses Union and the government has enhanced the travel nurse team to offer the flexibility that nurses have been seeking in the public system
in addition, The Minister was proud to note that issues of Security have also been addressed, as the government has funded 126 institutional safety officer (ISO) positions, with 96 already working at facilities throughout the province.
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No charges will be laid against a Manitoba First Nations Police Service officer following a November 2023 altercation at a home on the Birdtail Sioux First Nation.
The Independent Investigation Unit of Manitoba was asked to investigate the events of November 22nd, 2023, when officers were called to a disturbance at the home.
Once officers arrived on the scene, they were met with an aggressive male.
A use-of-force encounter occurred, resulting in the affected person suffering facial injuries.
The IIU investigation concluded that the actions of the attending officer were reasonable and that no charges were recommended.
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