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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.

Artemis II: Orion enters Earth's atmosphere, speeding rapidly toward Pacific Ocean

More than 3 dozen new measles cases recorded in Manitoba in late March, early April

Manitoba recorded three dozen more confirmed and probable cases of measles over the final days of March and into early April.

Province 'cut ties' with teacher misconduct investigator for working from Florida: Manitoba premier

Manitoba's first appointee assigned to investigate inappropriate conduct by teachers has been let go for failing to do the job from within the province, the premier says.

Business group calls for extension of grocery tax cut as Manitoba premier mulls pledge

The Manitoba government has a major detail to flesh out as part of its budget plan to eliminate the provincial sales tax on food in grocery stores — the legal definition of a grocery store.

Options for reopening former Eldon Ross Pool dry up, city eyes other land decisions

Hopes of keeping the former Eldon Ross Pool open for swimming appear to have sank, as Winnipeg councillors are set to consider new uses for the site.

NDP's Leah Gazan calls MMIWG2SLGBTQQIA+ critics 'bigots'

NDP MP Leah Gazan is standing by her use of the initialism MMIWG2SLGBTQQIA+ and denouncing those who are mocking her online for using the term.

Artemis II astronaut trained to fly in Manitoba

Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen has now travelled around the moon, but he earned his wings in Manitoba, doing basic training with the Royal Canadian Air Force at the Southport Aerospace Centre, about 75 kilometres west of Winnipeg, starting in the late 1990s.

Taché public works employees back on the job as strike ends

A strike by public works employees at the Rural Municipality of Taché is over, after unionized members in the southeastern Manitoba municipality ratified a new contract.

St. Boniface Hospital opening dedicated unit for cardiac assessments in July

St. Boniface Hospital will unveil a dedicated unit for patients with heart-related issues in early July. Patients with cardiovascular issues will be pulled out of the waiting room and transferred into the new unit, said Dr. Anita Soni, who leads cardiac sciences at the hospital.

Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service chief to retire in July

The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service is about to search for a new chief. Christian Schmidt, who has led the city's emergency response department since August 2021, will retire on July 3, the city announced in a press release.

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.

Northern trade corridor top of mind ahead of Manitoba premier's planned meeting with prime minister

Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew is planning to go to Ottawa next week for a meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney.

Winnipeg School Division, Schroeder Foundation part ways after years-long food partnership at high school

The Winnipeg School Division is parting ways with the Schroeder Foundation, a philanthropic organization that has paid for an affordable food program at a North End high school for years.

Flin Flon snow lodge shuts down for spring, will return next winter

Flin Flon's snow lodge is gone for the season, but those responsible for building the structure are calling it a red-hot success. The ice-and-snow building was knocked down this week after crowds came from near and far to see it.

Riley Laychuk's weekend forecast: spring warmth

Southern Manitoba will get a taste of spring, with some April showers on Sunday. Northern Manitoba will still be dealing with some light snow.

Dogs lend comforting paw to victims of crime navigating Winnipeg court system

Two four-legged best friends are making the court process in Winnipeg more comforting for victims of crime and their families.

Kinew plans trip to Ottawa

Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew is planning to go to Ottawa next week for a meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney with talk of a northern trade corridor in the air.

Waves of Hope paddles to raise $150K for Brandon University breast cancer research

A Westman dragon boat team of breast cancer survivors and supports, Waves of Hope, launched a $150,000 fundraiser for a Brandon University research lab at their Day of Hope and Education conference Saturday.

Rangers end 'majestic' snowmobile trek through Canada's North in Churchill

Members of the 1st Canadian Ranger Patrol Group have arrived to their final destination after a 52-day exercise that took them all across the country's North.

Former operator of expropriated personal care home in Winnipeg sues local health authority

The former operator of a personal care home that was set to close last month before the Manitoba government expropriated it is now suing Winnipeg's health authority, following a dispute over how much it owes the agency for not maintaining the required number of residents.

Oilers clinch playoff berth after Jets loss

The Edmonton Oilers are back in the post-season after back-to-back Stanley Cup final appearances.

Anglers can now keep largemouth bass illegally introduced into Manitoba lakes

Anglers can now keep up to four largemouth bass caught in most Manitoba fishing spots, as the province has increased the possession limit from zero because the invasive species is being illegally introduced in some areas.

'It's true. She's gone': Family mourns Leah Keeper at vigil held after missing woman's remains identified

More than a hundred people gathered for a vigil in Winnipeg's North End to mourn a Sagkeeng First Nation woman whose remains were identified more than two years after she was reported missing.

Jets hammered by Flyers 7-1 with season on the line

Sean Couturier had two goals and an assist and Noah Cates added a short-handed goal and two assists to lead the Philadelphia Flyers to a 7-1 win over the Winnipeg Jets on Saturday night.

Jets’ playoff hopes take hard hit with ugly loss

The Winnipeg Jets season that isn't mathematically lost but is certainly starting to feel like only a matter of time after an ugly loss to the Flyers.

Sandbags, crews headed to Peguis First Nation as community braces for spring flooding

Peguis First Nation residents are piling thousands of sandbags around homes and buildings as the community braces for flooding that could reach levels similar to two severe floods that overflowed the area in recent years.

'We weren't ready to go,' Jets coach says, as playoff hopes take heavy hit after 7-1 loss to Flyers

In the moments after the final horn, for those Winnipeg Jets fans who stuck around to the bitter end of a 7-1 beatdown by the Philadelphia Flyers, the sounds of Bob Marley playing over the arena speakers echoed through Canada Life Centre.