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State of Emergency Declared in Brandon, Winnipeg Incidents & Sports Updates — Winnipeg Sunday

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🚑 Breaking & Incidents

  1. Sioux Valley Dakota Nation in state of emergency due to rising floodwaters. Concerns are growing as the community struggles to manage increasing water levels, prompting emergency measures to safeguard homes and residents.
  2. Child hit by train in Winnipeg. The child has been hospitalized following the incident, with specifics on their condition yet to be confirmed.

🚨 Crime & Public Safety

  1. 16-year-old charged after security guard stabbed in Winnipeg. The incident at a local beer vendor resulted in the arrest of a teenager, highlighting ongoing safety issues.
  2. Man faces charges for 2024 fatality in careless driving case. The accused is charged with causing the death of a pedestrian through negligent driving practices.

🏛️ Government & Politics

  1. Brandon declares state of emergency as river levels rise. Mayor Jeff Fawcett announced the declaration to take precautionary measures in anticipation of a potential flooding event similar to 2014's historic levels.
  2. Swan River lifts evacuation order. Residents previously affected by flooding can now return home as water levels stabilize.

🎨 Community & Culture

  1. Winnipeg unveils new dog park with special small dog area. This new park aims to provide a safer and more enjoyable environment for small dog breeds.
  2. Morocco fans in Winnipeg experience mixed emotions at World Cup watch party. The diverse community showcases its cultural ties while supporting both teams.

🏈 Sports

  1. Winnipeg quarterback misses out on Travis Kelce's wedding. Game commitments prevent Zach Collaros from attending the star-studded event, overlapping with Taylor Swift's nuptials.
  2. Canadian men's World Cup journey ends but leaves a legacy. Despite their exit, the team’s historic performance against Morocco remains a significant achievement.

📰 Also Today

  • 28-year-old woman missing in Selkirk. Missing over a week, the community remains on alert.

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Canadian men's historic World Cup run ends, but achievements can't be overshadowed by loss to Morocco

Azzedine Ounahi broke a 0-0 deadlock — and the hearts of Canada's World Cup team and its millions of fans — to lead Morocco to a 3-0 victory and end a historic tournament for Canada's men.

General Jul 5, 2026

Swan River lifts mandatory evacuation order for flood-affected residents

A mandatory evacuation order for residents in the most flood-affected areas of Swan River was lifted on Saturday morning.

General Jul 5, 2026

Winnipeg child hit by train, hospitalized

A child was taken to hospital after they were struck by a train in Winnipeg's Weston neighbourhood on Friday night.

General Jul 5, 2026

New Winnipeg dog park includes separate small dog off-leash area

A new Winnipeg dog park officially opened Saturday in Shaheed Bhagat Singh Park, with a ribbon cutting in front of barking dogs who were already enjoying the fenced area, which includes a designated small dog section.

General Jul 5, 2026

Man charged with careless driving causing death in 2024 pedestrian fatality

An 87-year-old man faces a charge of driving carelessly causing the death of a pedestrian from a December 2024 collision in west Winnipeg.

General Jul 5, 2026

Missing woman, 28, last seen in Selkirk over a week ago

A 28-year-old woman who was last seen in Selkirk, Man., has been missing for more than a week.

General Jul 5, 2026

Brandon declares state of emergency as overflowing Assiniboine River forecast to continue to rise

The City of Brandon has declared a state of emergency, with the Assiniboine River spilling its banks days ahead of a forecast flood peak on July 12.

General Jul 5, 2026

Morocco fans feel torn at Winnipeg watch party, with one saying it's like watching mom play dad

Canada soccer fans in Winnipeg were hopeful when the team's World Cup round of 16 game still had no score at the half, but Moroccan fans danced and sang as their team started scoring in the second.

General Jul 5, 2026

Winnipeg quarterback Zach Collaros 'bummed' to miss Travis Kelce's wedding to Taylor Swift over game schedule

Blue Bombers quarterback Zach Collaros said he was "bummed" to miss out on seeing his longtime friend and NFLer Travis Kelce marry pop icon Taylor Swift at a star-studded wedding at Madison Square Garden in New York City on Friday.

General Jul 5, 2026

Sioux Valley Dakota Nation declares state of emergency over rising floodwaters

Sioux Valley Dakota Nation has declared a state of emergency on Saturday as floodwaters quickly rise in the western Manitoba community and surrounding areas.

General Jul 5, 2026

16-year-old charged after security guard stabbed at Winnipeg beer vendor

A 16-year-old boy is facing charges after a security guard was stabbed at a beer vendor in Winnipeg's West Broadway area on Tuesday night.

General Jul 5, 2026
Brandon, Man., declares state of emergency; river levels expected to continue rising

Brandon, Man., declares state of emergency; river levels expected to continue rising

The City of Brandon has declared a state of emergency as water levels in the Assiniboine and Shellmouth river basins are forecast to continue rising this week.

Canada Jul 5, 2026