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Winnipeg Residential Water And Waste Fees
3:28 a.m., May 20, 2020
The City of Winnipeg is in the process of debating an increase to water and waste rates. To understand the impact this potential increase could have, it’s important to look at a few factors. First, we will analyze how these fees are structured and what they fund. Then, we will look at why an increase is being proposed in the first place. Finally, it will be helpful to compare our fees to the fees in other Canadian cities, though this can be trickier than y...
Society
12:00 a.m., May 19, 2020
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Volunteers are really making a difference in helping those who are in need. We are talking homeless people, poor, sick, disabled, children without parents…, the list is endless, so each volunteer, each day and each hour they give and provide the service, really helps those people and the cities to stay cleaner and a better place to live in. Some Winnipeggers living in homeless camps just outside of the downtown core say they prefer the autonomy of the camp...
Society
3:20 a.m., December 17, 2019
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Our City, Our Community: Creating Connections in Winnipeg There’s a palpable tension in Winnipeg that’s been growing over the past few weeks. You might find this surprising, given we just won the Grey Cup for the first time in decades, but it’s there. This tension revealed itself when the City presented their four-year budget process, in which they anticipate having to make cuts to libraries, fire services, Transit, and more. The budget cuts stem from a...
Politics
5:55 a.m., November 1, 2019
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New Residential Infill Strategy The City of Winnipeg is developing its new residential infill strategy. Winnipeggers who live in one of the City’s older neighbourhoods or who plan on moving to the City within the next few years should understand what this means to them. What’s more, if you live in Winnipeg, you can have your say and influence the strategy. We’re getting a bit ahead of ourselves, though, so let’s start by explaining exactly what residenti...
Blue Bombers
12:00 a.m., September 29, 2019
Our own Winnipeg Blue Bombers is a great team with a bright future and the fans show their support each and every game! New players are always welcomed on the team. Bombers management is constantly in search of new talents to show great performance and result for the team. The Winnipeg Blue Bombers will be without Matt Nichols for the remainder of the season. Nichols has been out of the Bombers’ lineup since suffering a shoulder injury after being sacked b...
Society
12:00 a.m., September 28, 2019
Winnipeg is getting more and more popular tourist and business destination for international travelers as well as domestic visitors. This will definitely have a positive effect on the city`s business and infrastructure growth and will bring more jobs, more opportunities for Winnipeggers in the years to come. But also, there is time to relax and enjoy your day off, if you like shows and concerts, this is definitely for you! Celine Dion has announced additio...
Incidents
4:40 a.m., September 27, 2019
Most of the road accidents could be avoided by simply following the rules and driving regulations. Speed limits zones are very important, for instance, school zone or construction sites, where speeding fines are nearly doubled. Springfield is closed in both directions at Rothesay Street. The Winnipeg Police Service says that Springfield Road will remain closed this afternoon due to a serious collision. There are not many details available at this time. One...
Job Fair
12:00 a.m., September 27, 2019
The summer is over, this means that students are back in class and their daytime positions will be opening. That means more job opening in the retail business. St. Vital Shopping Centre will be expediting the hiring process by offering a Retail Job Fair on Tuesday, October 1st, 2019 from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm in Centre Court. You’ll be able to meet with employers and look for a new career. Youth Employment Services will also be on-site to assist applicants an...
Movies
12:00 a.m., September 26, 2019
Everyone loves movies, movie night is great, but with such a great deal it is movies weekend! The Fall 2019 schedule for Cineplex’s $2.99 Family Favourites has been released. Every Saturday morning at 11:00 am, they’ll be featuring a family favourite film for only $2.99. A portion of the proceeds goes towards supporting WE Charity. You’ll also earn Scene Points for every movie you watch. September 2019: September 28, 2019: Spider-Man: Far From Home October...
Recall
4:51 a.m., September 25, 2019
Four times this year the Canadian Food inspection agency has recalled a frozen food product over the fear of salmonella contamination. More than 70 people across Canada are infected by a foodborne illness. Recent cases of food and drink recall show just how dangerous a little mistake in food processing or packaging can be, and later evolve into a massive life-threatening issue. Now many popular brands of gripe water are being recalled after the company tha...
Society
1:46 a.m., September 25, 2019
McDonald’s just never stops to amaze its customers, with constant promotion, coupons, charities, and other great events. The McDonald’s Canada “Coast to Coast” Monopoly game will return Tuesday, October 8, 2019! It will be a special Canada-only Monopoly Coast to Coast Game with 1-in-5 chances of winning. The 2019 instant win prizes include: Food Prizes Five Dollar ($5) Hudsons Bay Promotional Gift Card Fourteen (14) Days of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Ten Doll...
Winnipeg Jets
4:01 a.m., September 24, 2019
Winnipeg Jets fans give big support for the team at every game, and fans can get rewarded with the team win or with a much better gift. Get your tickets now for the next game, if do not have it already or plan a game night with your friends and family to support our own Winnipeg team! The Winnipeg Jets have suspended defenceman Dustin Byfuglien for refusing to report to training camp. Byfuglien asked for a leave of absence from the Jets on the opening day...
Society
7:19 a.m., September 23, 2019
During long and cold Winnipeg winter days parents are always looking for indoor places to take their children to play around, run and communicate with other kids. So, any indoor playground will be popular among Winnipeggers. But, unfortunately, some places like that are closing and that leaves fewer options for indoor winter activities for our kids. Sandra Hagenaars is the General Manager of Kildonan Place. She says the mall removed their popular play area...
Politics
6:24 a.m., September 22, 2019
At some point, the negotiation between the Winnipeg Transit and city authorities didn’t work. The city is backing out of contract negotiations with Winnipeg bus drivers, warning a strike is likely. The previous agreement expired on Jan. 12. The union represents more than 1,400 transit operators and maintenance workers at Winnipeg Transit. It appears there will not be a transit strike in Winnipeg. The City and the Amalgamated Transit Union say they have rea...
Society
2:24 a.m., September 21, 2019
Everyone loves pizza, so the new pizza place in town will be visited by many Winnipeggers. A Little Pizza of Heaven will be opening at the former Pizza location on Regent and Day. This will be the fourth location for the pizza restaurant. The Winnipeg locations are: Portage Avenue, Osborne, St. James, St. Vital Regent. Regent and Day is a prominent corner in Transcona and hearkens back to a time when the street was the main commercial drive for a city. Als...
National Cheeseburger Week
2:02 a.m., September 20, 2019
Who doesn’t like a cheeseburger? How about a FREE one!? McDonald’s is celebrating National Cheeseburger Week with FREE cheeseburgers for everyone! From September 18 – 24, 2019, you’ll receive a FREE cheeseburger with any food or beverage purchase. Limit one offer per customer. $1 minimum purchase required. But there is a rule, you’ll have to use the My McD’s app to show a coupon. Please follow the link below for more information and to download the App for...
Promo
2:16 a.m., September 19, 2019
The cost of filling up has already risen by as much as 20 cents per liter in Winnipeg. The new carbon tax on gasoline, diesel and heating fuels is now implemented in Manitoba since April 1st. The federal tax is $20 a tonne for this year and is set to increase by $10 annually until it reaches $50 a tonne in April 2022. The prices in Winnipeg can vary about 10-30 cents depending on the area and the neighborhood. But there is good news for every driver, free...
Society
2:00 a.m., September 18, 2019
Winnipeg has been declared the Slurpee Capital of the World for 20 years in a row. Fellow Winnipeggers, everyone who loves Slurpee it is definitely time to celebrate!! Slurpee’s have been such a big part of Manitoba’s culture that last year, the City of Winnipeg designated a street with the honourary name of ‘Slurpee Way’. Name Your Price Day is back! On Thursday, September 19, 2019 head over to 7-Eleven and pay whatever you want for a Large Slurpee! Name...