WINNIPEG – Manitoba Liberals say they would create more child care spaces and ensure workers are paid more if they win the Sept.10 provincial election. Liberal Leader Dougald Lamont says parents are waiting too long for good child care and,…
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Federal Court approves Indian day school class action settlement
The Federal Court of Canada has approved the settlement of a class action lawsuit against the government to compensate thousands of First Nations, Métis and Inuit children who attended federally operated Indian day schools. Justice Michael Phelan issued his decision Monday, finding the settlement was…
Federal Court approves Indian Day Schools class action settlement
The Federal Court of Canada has approved the settlement of a class action lawsuit against the government to compensate thousands of First Nations, Métis and Inuit children who attended federally operated Indian Day Schools. Justice Michael Phelan issued his decision Monday, finding the settlement was…
Controversial poll results raise red flags for Manitoba election watchers
A recent survey by a Toronto-based polling company – the firm’s first ever foray into political opinion research – has local election-watchers scratching their heads. The poll, released Friday by the Converso firm, suggested that NDP leader Wab Kinew and…
Senior who died in highway crash wasn’t wearing seatbelt: Manitoba RCMP
An 82-year-old East St. Paul man is dead after a collision on Henderson Highway. The crash took place around 4:45 p.m. Sunday afternoon, near the north Perimeter exit ramp. East St. Paul RCMP said the 82-year-old was headed south on…
Progressive Conservatives offer $10 million to make downtown Winnipeg safer
A re-elected Progressive Conservative government would spend $10 million to reduce crime in downtown Winnipeg through enforcement and studying best practices. Leader Brian Pallister said Monday his government would crack down on drug use by committing more money to tactical enforcement, better…
Winnipeg Blue Bombers starting quarterback Matt Nichols out for several weeks
Matt Nichols is out for several weeks. The Winnipeg Blue Bombers confirmed Monday the team’s starting quarterback is suffering from an arm-related injury, but they hope he will be back as soon as possible. In the meantime, he has been…
Man alleges he was sexually assaulted at party on Manitoba first nation: RCMP
A suspect has been arrested and another is at large after a 30-year-old man alleges he was sexually assaulted in July at a house party on a Manitoba first nation, according to police. The Manitoba First Nations Police Service was…
New Democrats promise safe consumption site for downtown Winnipeg
Manitoba’s NDP leader says his party will open a safe consumption site on Main Street in downtown Winnipeg if they’re elected on Sept. 10. “Whether you are in a poorer area neighbourhood, whether you are in a surrounding area like this…
Adopt A Pal: Playful puppy kicks off a new work week
Every Monday on Adopt a Pal, Global News Morning features rescues in Manitoba to help them find forever homes. This week, Manitoba All Shepherd Rescue stops by with a playful dog looking for a loving home. Nymira is a puppy who is…