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New Portage la Prairie hospital opening delayed until 2027 to allow more time for training, transition

Construction is done on a new hospital in Portage la Prairie, but it won't begin accepting patients next fall as planned because health-care administrators want more time to prepare staff for the transition.

Manitoba trade rep raises concern Alaska deepwater port could be built before Churchill expansion

Richard Madan, Manitoba's trade representative to the United States, expressed concerns a deepwater port at Nome, Alaska, could be completed before the Port of Churchill is modernized.

Coun. Russ Wyatt breaks silence after being charged with sexual assault but won't discuss allegations

Transcona Coun. Russ Wyatt made his first public statements Thursday about facing criminal charges and is continuing to carry out his duties despite calls for him to step aside.

Police watchdog investigating complaint of broken rib following collision, arrest involving off-duty officer

Manitoba's police watchdog is investigating after an off-duty Winnipeg police officer rear-ended and arrested a driver, who was later found to have a broken rib, last summer.

Man taken to hospital after getting dumped into garbage truck in Portage la Prairie, Man.

A 31-year-old man was taken to hospital with what were believed to be minor injuries, after the dumpster he was inside was emptied into the back of a garbage truck early Thursday morning, police say.

3rd man charged with 2nd-degree murder in connection with fatal assault in The Pas: RCMP

A third man has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder after an assault in late February killed a 33-year-old man from Opaskwayak Cree Nation.

WW I memorial rededicated at Winnipeg's Brookside Cemetery after relocation from Portage and Main

A prominent statue commemorating First World War veterans that stood at the intersection of Portage and Main in downtown Winnipeg for more than a century has found its new home at Brookside Cemetery in the northwest corner of the city.

Manitoba Book Awards returning after being shelved in 2024

Manitoba's biggest night for books is coming back after a two-year hiatus, but with fewer awards — for now.

Manitoba budget passes key vote as premier hints tax cut on ready-made food items may be expanded

The 2026 budget passed a key vote Thursday night, while Premier Wab Kinew is hinting the Manitoba government may broaden a tax cut on ready-made food items — but not as much as some are demanding.

Jets not grounded yet as 3-2 win over Blues keeps playoff hopes alive

Alex Iafallo, Josh Morrissey and Jonathan Toews scored as the Winnipeg Jets beat the St. Louis Blues 3-2 Thursday night, keeping their playoff hopes alive.

What to expect ahead of Artemis II’s splashdown

Protecting wildfire crews from the dangers of smoke exposure isn't as simple as it sounds

Manitoba's government has relied on disposable N95 masks and training to help its firefighters deal with heavy smoke billowing from wildfires, but protecting them from the noxious gases remains a significant challenge.

Small number of Manitoba school divisions granted more time to conduct teacher certification reviews

The province has granted several school divisions more time to review teacher credentials. Earlier this year, Education Minister Tracy Schmidt ordered all 37 school divisions to ensure their teachers have proper certification. The deadline was March 27.

Riley Laychuk's Manitoba forecast for Friday, April 10, 2026

Communities along the international border could reach 10 C through the afternoon, with even warmer weather expected across southern Manitoba for Saturday.

Former Manitoba Inuit Association CEO arrested on sexual assault charges

Nastania Mullin, 39, was wanted on a Canada-wide warrant issued by the Nunavut RCMP. He was arrested at a home in Winnipeg Wednesday, police said in a news release.

A tribute to Scott Oake — Winnipeg’s ‘Hockey Night in Canada’ legend

For almost 30 years, Scott Oake brought a level of class and dignity to 'Hockey Night' that few others did. He knew the role, understood the role and embraced the challenge.

Canada is coming off 3 consecutive severe fire years. There are concerning signs for 2026

The 2026 wildfire season may get off to a relatively quiet start in Canada but lingering drought and a warm summer could tip the scales towards another severe year, experts say.

Habs in playoffs, Oilers and Sens inch closer

The Montreal Canadiens have already punched a ticket. The Edmonton Oilers are nearly there, too. 

Woman hit by car in Winnipeg, rushed to hospital in critical condition

A 69-year-old woman is in hospital after being hit by a car Thursday evening in west Winnipeg.

International rugby returns to Winnipeg for 1st time in 33 years

Canada's men's rugby team will face Zimbabwe as part of the World Rugby Nations Cup on July 18 at Princess Auto Stadium.

Winnipeg Jets forward Gabriel Vilardi nominated for King Clancy Trophy

The award is given to the player who 'best exemplifies leadership qualities on and off the ice and has made a noteworthy humanitarian contribution in his community.'

Manitoba spending $22M to improve cardiac care at St. Boniface Hospital

The Manitoba government is providing $22.1 million in funding to improve the cardiac care centre at Winnipeg's St. Boniface Hospital.

Kinew says teacher commissioner fired for working from Florida

The province abruptly parted ways with its teacher commissioner, who is responsible for investigating misconduct complaints, after it was discovered she was working from Florida.