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The first-ever Manitoba Winter Trails Day takes place this Saturday, highlighting the many avenues of outdoor fun in our province.
Manitobans can join park interpreters on Feb. 8, for guided trail adventures in Birds Hill and Spruce Woods provincial parks that explore the area and winter wildlife.
Environment and Climate Change Minister Mike Moyes hopes this day, and its activities will inspire everyone to embrace the season by enjoying outdoor adventures with family and friends.
More Details on these tours can be found on these tours at Manitobaparks.com.
A reminder that provincial Park Access is free through February, but Snopasses for snowmobiles are still required.
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Opening night of Theater Amisk's latest production "Nana's Naughty Knickers" is just two weeks away.
Set for February 21st to 23rd at the Watson, the show features all local actors in a comedy that sees an elderly lady sell lingerie illegally from her home and all of the issues that come with that.
Director Martin van Lujin gives us an update on ticket sales.
"We put them on sale before Christmas so that people could buy them as Christmas presents, and it has been going really well actually. I would even want to warn people that we are getting close to selling many of the good seating spots, and we are hoping for a sellout. So if you want to get tickets you should go soon. "
Tickets are $25 each and are available at the Watson.
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This weekend marks the Parkland U18 Rangers' turn to hold their Ukrainian night.
The game is set for Saturday night at Credit Union Place when the Rangers host Kenora.
Ruff's Furniture is sponsoring the event, and Ryan Rauliuk says there is a number of activities planned, including special opening ceremonies.
"We are going to present the bread, the wheat, and then salt to the Kenora Thistles and welcome them to our community. We have Jerry Dutchyshyn dropping the puck for us. He was actually the creator of the Zirka Ukrainian Dance Ensemble here in Dauphin. And that is a group that has been going now for 52 years so we are super honoured to have Jerry drop the puck. We also have a fabulous young singer who is going to sing both the Canadian and Ukraine national anthems."
Other activities include pre-game dance performances, a live band, kubasaw toss and barnyard races between periods, and a raffle.
The night will conclude with a post-game Zabava, which is already sold out.
Rauliuk adds proceeds from the night go back into the community.
"The money that we raise through Ukrainian Night goes back to the Ukrainian groups that helped us that night. And I am super proud to say that over the years we have given back thousands of dollars to them. It is awesome as it is a little fundraiser for them."
Tickets for the game are just $5 and are available at Ruff's, as well as Credit Unio Place from 1 pm until game time on Saturday.
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A recent interim report on the Integrated Adult Services (IAS) pilot project emphasizes the need for significant systemic changes to support individuals with disabilities in Manitoba.
The report marked the mid-way point of a 30-month project proposed by the Government of Manitoba to work towards the resolution of a Human Rights Complaint filed by Amelia Hampton and Tyson Sylvester in July 2016.
A new Model is being developed from this report to identify the gaps in support and service for adults with complex disability-related needs in Manitoba.
This Report has six key points to address:
- Removing Barriers to Adult Disability Services
- Addressing Inadequate Income Supports
- Enhancing Disability Services in Rural Manitoba
- Ensuring Public Buildings and Spaces are Fully Accessible
- Enhancing Coordination and Integration of Service Provision
- Implementing System Navigation Services
The interim summary report notes these points are crucial for fostering a more inclusive environment for individuals with disabilities in Manitoba.
you can read the Full Integrated Adult Services (IAS) Pilot Interim Report Online at the Manitoba government website.
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A 37-year-old Brandon man is facing charges that include sexual assault after police say he was involved in creating child pornography of children in his care that was distributed "at an international level."
Brandon police say the man and his common-law partner are foster parents of young children, and a home daycare is also operated within his residence in the southwestern Manitoba city.
On Monday, the National Child Exploitation Crime Centre alerted police services that a person in Brandon was believed to be creating child sexual abuse material of children in their care, Brandon police said in a Thursday news release.
The 37-year-old man was identified as a suspect and arrested at a home in Brandon after a search by major crimes investigators and a child exploitation unit, along with Child and Family Services.
According to police, the man's common-law partner and six children were also found at the home, and the children were safeguarded.
A search warrant was executed soon after and computer systems in the home were seized by police.
Anyone with information is asked to call Brandon Crime Stoppers at 204-727-8477.
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Agriculture will feel the sting of tariffs in less than 30 days, and CKDM reached out to learn more from Manitoba's Ag Minister.
Ag Minister and Dauphin MLA Ron Kostyshyn has concerns but knows communication and planning are already in the works with provincial and federal crews.
"As independent provinces so to speak, we have come together as united as a Canadian team. So we, are united as Manitobans and united as Canadians and I think that is the clear message that we will stay together and work together for the betterment of Canada."
The 30-day reprieve from tariffs has allowed them to assemble a team of trade delegates representing various commodity groups in Manitoba and Canada
Despite the planning, a lingering sense of dread remains overhead.
"We're preparing for the worst, but until the outcome, as negotiations carry on, we''ll just have to wait and see.
You can hear more about this conversation on the noon-hour edition of Agriview.
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The Province is taking the tariff time off to prepare some measures and encourage people to shop locally.
A new advertising campaign called "Support Manitoba. Buy Local." launched yesterday on digital platforms and will expand to billboards and radio.
The campaign includes a website that links Manitobans to made-in-Manitoba and made-in-Canada products and businesses.
a full list of businesses and services can be found below!
Help protect jobs and safeguard our economy - buy local and buy Canadian. Learn how at...
Posted by Manitoba Government on Wednesday, February 5, 2025
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A Steinbach man arrested last month after the discovery of a stolen truck in Onanole has had a new court date set.
25-year-old Brendan Neufeld will return to court in Brandon on March 4th.
Another stolen truck case is also making its way through the courts - this time a truck that was stolen in October of last year in Roblin.
20-year-old Melonie Allarie of Roblin was one of three people arrested at the time.
She was remanded back into custody until April 11.
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An audit of some Manitoba health authorities says wage increases for nurses and the rising cost of drugs and supplies have been some of the biggest factors in deficits in recent years.
The audit, by consulting firm Deloitte, was launched last year after the NDP government saw expenses rise sharply in some areas of health care.
The report looked at a period between 2019 and last year when many regional health authorities were running deficits.
The report calls for more transparency around budgeting for the authorities, as well as a stricter examination of projected spending.
Health Minister Uzoma Asagwara accepted the finding and blamed the former Progressive Conservative government for the problems.
Prairie Mountain Health CEO Treena Slate issued the following comment in response to the audit results.
She said in collaboration with the Government of Manitoba, Prairie Mountain Health has been actively working on an extensive review of financial operations. We welcome the release of the findings —consistent with our own financial reporting which highlights over expenditures related to the reliance on contracted agency staff and overtime costs as the main contributors to our deficit position.
Slate added that together, with Manitoba Health, Seniors and Long Term Care, we’ve committed to extensive work on the development of a robust health human resources plan with targeted efforts to reduce reliance on contracted agency services.
The recruitment and retention of healthcare staff is needed to improve health system capacity, reduce waits, optimize patient flow and enhance care experiences.
Additionally, we are closely monitoring spending and implementing cost savings measures throughout our operations. Cost savings actions include finding efficiencies with staff scheduling, supplies, contracts as well as accommodation and building leases.
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Two people were sent to hospital with minor injuries following an assault at an Ashern business.
RCMP were called to a business on Railway Avenue at around 2:30 am on February 1st, where they learned a female suspect had attacked both a man and a woman with a knife.
A short time after the attack, a gunshot was heard from the parking lot, where it was found that a vehicle was hit.
Fortunately, nobody was injured as a result of the gunshot.
While the victims were being treated at a hospital, it was learned that their home was shot at and a vehicle was damaged.
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The South Parkland Healthy Child Coalition is combining forces with Dauphin Rec Services to host a free family fun day event this Friday at the Parkland Rec Complex.
SPHCC member Cathy Cyr says this is their first attempt at hosting a Family Fun day of this nature.
"In the past, we have done screening events for families and children. This one is more fun, information, free stuff. It has a little bit of a lighter flair to it".
Cyr says they have a number of activities planned from 9 until 2 on Friday.
"Every Friday, South Parkland Healthy Child sponsors parent and child swim, so that will be open on Friday. And then there will be a bunch of booths and displays set up for families to get resources at. There will be an activity centre for children, there will be lots of mascots from several organizations there. There will be free books and crafts and snacks."
Kids are also encouraged to bring their teddy bears for a check-up, and get their picture taken with one of the many mascots that will be in attendance.
Information on this and any other South Parkland Healthy Child event can be found on their Facebook page.
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