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Snowstorms, Moose Drama & Locally Sourced Grub — Your Winnipeg Wednesday

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❄️ Weather Woes

  1. Brace for a winter wonderland! Up to 50 cm of snow is on the way for Saskatchewan and Manitoba, with Environment Canada warning of a major late-season storm. Prepare for messy commutes and winds gusting up to 60 km/h – just when you thought winter was done with us!

  2. Storm woes touted by weather watchers. Expect significant snow beginning Wednesday, with special weather statements in Saskatoon and nearby cities. Guess it’s time to dig out the snow shovels again!

🏒 Sports

  1. The Manitoba Moose are skating on thin ice! After a tough 4-1 loss to the Milwaukee Admirals in Game 1 of the Calder Cup Playoffs, the Moose find themselves on the brink of elimination, trailing in the best-of-three series. Can they bounce back, or will this be their last game?

  2. Winnipeg Jets face uncertain future! Head coach Scott Arniel's position hangs in the balance as GM Cheveldayoff offers no clear message during their administrative wrap-up. With the Jets continuing to shift gears, fans are left wondering, who will be at the helm next season?

🏠 City Hall Buzz

  1. Opposition takes aim at government’s shopping habits. Accused of not shopping local, the Manitoba government is under fire for a $36 million prison food contract with Ontario-based Aramark. Could this be the impetus for a greater local push?

  2. Peguis band wraps up flood preparations. With the threat of flooding looming, Peguis has declared, "We've never been so well-prepared" as they finalize their protective measures. It’s a stunning show of community resilience!

⚖️ Crime & Safety

  1. Inkster Gardens shooting ends in tragedy. A shooting incident leaves one man dead and a woman in stable condition after a domestic dispute in an apartment complex. This tragic event serves as a stark reminder of the challenges our neighborhoods face.

  2. A 73-year-old's foray into smuggling! A Manitoba man is charged after attempting to leave the U.S. with a stolen handgun, sparking legal drama across the border. This unconventional crime paints an unusual picture of the lengths some will go!

🌿 Community & Culture

  1. Earth Day survey reveals Winnipeggers' green appetite! A recent study shows 74% of locals want eateries to cut waste, with 82% eager to dine in on reusable food ware. It appears the city is ready to give Mother Earth a helping hand – will restaurants take the cue?

  2. A moose's icy adventure! In a dramatic rescue, a moose fell through ice in Nopiming Provincial Park but was saved by quick-thinking locals. Let’s tip our hats to the heroic heart behind this icy escapade!

🎉 Feel-Good Stories

  1. Local stars shine as feedback on Kids Help Phone. An alarming case unfolds with a Selkirk woman charged after making fake calls to the Kids Help Phone. It’s a bizarre twist, but let’s hope they’ll find ways to uplift our youth instead!

  2. A glimpse into Canada’s political elite. Ever wonder how our premiers travel? A recent inquiry sheds light on whether they prefer private jets – it turns out some do! Who knew politics had such a high-flying side?

So there you have it, folks! Weather may be chilly, but there’s plenty of local warmth to keep our spirits high!

Source Articles (18)

1 person found dead after fire at Kennedy Street highrise

One person was found dead after a fire at a highrise apartment on Kennedy Street on Monday, Winnipeg police say.

General Apr 22, 2026

Slight majority of Canadians support Port of Churchill expansion, survey suggests

A little more than half of Canadians support the proposed expansion of the Port of Churchill in northern Manitoba, but many others aren't familiar with it, a new online survey suggests.

General Apr 22, 2026

Manitoba teen accused of planning school attack to remain in custody

A 14-year-old from Rivers, Man., charged with uttering threats in an alleged plot to attack his school will remain in custody.

General Apr 22, 2026

We asked Canada's premiers if they fly private. Here's what they said

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has reversed course on the purchase of a $28.9-million private jet for his travel — a controversy that has raised questions about how often Canada's leaders fly on private aircraft. CBC News reached out to offices of the premier from coast to coast, to see how the provinces book air travel.

General Apr 22, 2026

'We've never been so well-prepared': Peguis putting finishing touches on flood protections

A hydrologist helping Peguis First Nation says he expects to put the finishing touches on flood protections around the community in Manitoba's Interlake on Wednesday.

General Apr 22, 2026

In-house fine collection unit will let Manitoba ditch agency, avoid 18% commission: minister

Justice Minister Matt Wiebe said an in-house fine collection unit will use the power of government to ensure people pay fines imposed by the justice system, including speeding tickets and court-ordered fines.

General Apr 22, 2026

Nearby Hutterite development could leave Gimli on hook for 'millions' and risks polluting lake: mayor

Gimli's mayor says he doesn't want to help foot the bill for the development of a Hutterite colony at the rural municipality's doorstep. Kevin Chudd is concerned the project will put the rural municipality on the hook for "potentially millions of dollars" in expenses while it receives no benefit.

General Apr 22, 2026

Major storm expected to bring heavy snow, freezing rain to parts of Manitoba

Winter is returning with a vengeance across half of Manitoba with as much as 50 centimetres of snow possible by the end of the weekend in some places.

General Apr 22, 2026

Selkirk woman charged with identity fraud, harassment after fake calls to Kids Help Phone

A 34-year-old woman from Selkirk has been charged with identity fraud after police say she made several fradulent calls to a mental health help line, including calls where she claimed to be someone else.

General Apr 22, 2026

Riley Laychuk's Manitoba forecast for Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Significant snowfall will lead to poor travel conditions Thursday and Friday for much of northern Manitoba. The south is likely to get scattered showers or thunderstorms later in the week.

General Apr 22, 2026
ANALYSIS: Winnipeg Jets evaluate Scott Arniel’s fate as head coach

ANALYSIS: Winnipeg Jets evaluate Scott Arniel’s fate as head coach

While his future appears uncertain at the moment, granting Scott Arniel the opportunity to amend this year’s disappointing season would be fair and justifiable.

Sports Apr 22, 2026
Winnipeggers have appetite for reusable foodware at local eateries: survey

Winnipeggers have appetite for reusable foodware at local eateries: survey

The survey found 74 per cent of Winnipeggers want to see local eateries do more about waste, with 82 per cent willing to dine in on reusable food ware.

General Apr 22, 2026
Smuggling charges laid against Manitoba man after guns stolen from the U.S.: RCMP

Smuggling charges laid against Manitoba man after guns stolen from the U.S.: RCMP

A 73-year-old man from Dauphin, Man., is facing charges on both sides of the border after allegedly stealing a handgun from a Minnesota gun show, according to Manitoba RCMP.

Crime Apr 22, 2026
Moose rescued after falling through ice in Manitoba’s Nopiming Provincial Park

Moose rescued after falling through ice in Manitoba’s Nopiming Provincial Park

A moose was saved from the icy water after some quick thinking and a daring ice rescue in Nopiming Provincial Park, Man., this week.

Canada Apr 22, 2026
Up to 50 cm of snow forecast for parts of Saskatchewan, Manitoba

Up to 50 cm of snow forecast for parts of Saskatchewan, Manitoba

Significant amounts of snow and rain will hit the Prairies over the coming days, prompting Environment Canada to issue a series of alerts.

Weather Apr 22, 2026
Manitoba Moose on brink of elimination after Game 1 loss to Milwaukee Admirals

Manitoba Moose on brink of elimination after Game 1 loss to Milwaukee Admirals

The Manitoba Moose have their backs against the wall already after losing Game 1 of the best-of-three series 4-1 to the Milwaukee Admirals.

Sports Apr 22, 2026
Manitoba Opposition Tories accuse NDP government of not shopping locally

Manitoba Opposition Tories accuse NDP government of not shopping locally

The Manitoba government faced accusations from the Opposition Wednesday of not having its elbows up when it comes to government contracts.

Politics Apr 22, 2026
One person dead after shooting in Inkster Gardens neighbourhood

One person dead after shooting in Inkster Gardens neighbourhood

One person is in hospital and another is dead after a shooting in the Inkster Gardens neighbourhood.

Crime Apr 22, 2026