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Ottawa Invests $250K in Training Program for Northern Manitoba Mining Jobs

chrisd.caOttawa Invests $250K in Training Program for Northern Manitoba Mining JobsThe federal government is investing $250,000 in a new surveyor assistant program in Northern Manitoba to prepare participants for careers in the mining sector.

Bombers’ Trey Vaval Named CFL Most Outstanding Special Teams Player Finalist

chrisd.caBombers' Trey Vaval Named CFL Most Outstanding Special Teams Player FinalistWinnipeg Blue Bombers kick returner Trey Vaval is a finalist for the CFL’s Most Outstanding Special Teams Player Award.

Manitoba RCMP Officer Charged After Man’s Arm Broken: IIU

chrisd.caManitoba RCMP Officer Charged After Man's Arm Broken: IIUManitoba's police watchdog has concluded its investigation into an incident in Thompson where a man was injured during an altercation with an off-duty RCMP officer.

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CONTEST: Enter to Win Tickets to Manitoba Opera’s ‘Treemonisha’

chrisd.caCONTEST: Enter to Win Tickets to Manitoba Opera's 'Treemonisha'Manitoba Opera will present a production this fall of Scott Joplin's "Treemonisha," and ChrisD.ca wants to send you to see it!

Municipal Elections Held Across Manitoba, 12 Candidates Running for Winnipeg Mayor

chrisd.caMunicipal Elections Held Across Manitoba, 12 Candidates Running for Winnipeg MayorCanada's run of October voting continues with municipal elections today across Manitoba.

Bombers’ Oliveira, Broxton, Williams Named CFL Award Finalists

chrisd.caBombers' Oliveira, Broxton, Williams Named CFL Award FinalistsThree Winnipeg Blue Bombers are finalists for CFL awards: Brady Oliveira, Jarell Broxton and Major Williams have all been shortlisted.

Former Mayor Murray Endorses Noah Redden in Winnipeg Mayoral Race

chrisd.caFormer Mayor Murray Endorses Noah Redden in Winnipeg Mayoral RaceFormer Winnipeg mayor Glen Murray, now CEO of the Canadian Urban Institute, has endorsed Noah Redden for mayor.

Alberta Man, 19, Dies in Two-Vehicle Crash Near The Pas

chrisd.caAlberta Man, 19, Dies in Two-Vehicle Crash Near The PasA 19-year-old man from Alberta has died after a two-vehicle collision in the RM of Kelsey on Monday.

CONTEST: Enter to Win Tickets to Manitoba Opera’s ‘Treemonisha’

chrisd.caCONTEST: Enter to Win Tickets to Manitoba Opera's 'Treemonisha'Manitoba Opera will present a production this fall of Scott Joplin's "Treemonisha," and ChrisD.ca wants to send you to see it!

Kinew Calls on Carney to Abolish the Indian Act at Meeting with Chiefs

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Man, 19, Dies in Two-Vehicle Crash with Semi in RM of De Salaberry

chrisd.caMan, 19, Dies in Two-Vehicle Crash with Semi in RM of De SalaberryA 19-year-old man from Dominion City has died after a collision between a vehicle and a semi-truck in the RM of De Salaberry.

Manitoba RCMP Officer Charged After Cyclist Struck by Police Vehicle

chrisd.caManitoba RCMP Officer Charged After Cyclist Struck by Police VehicleA Portage la Prairie RCMP officer has been charged following a probe by Manitoba's Independent Investigation Unit.

How Manitoba Pork Producers Keep Standards Sky-High

chrisd.caHow Manitoba Pork Producers Keep Standards Sky-HighSponsored by Manitoba Pork: Ask people who’ve never taken the controls of a plane whether they could land one in an emergency, and you may be surprised by how many say yes. But how many pilots could manage a hog farm? There’s at least one.

Canadiens Tip Jets 2-1 in Heritage Classic Showcase

chrisd.caCanadiens Tip Jets 2-1 in Heritage Classic ShowcaseJacob Fowler made 33 saves to lead the Montreal Canadiens to a 2-1 victory over the Winnipeg Jets in Sunday's NHL Heritage Classic at Princess Auto Stadium.

Man Charged in Connection to Homicide in Leaf Rapids

chrisd.caMan Charged in Connection to Homicide in Leaf RapidsManitoba RCMP have charged a 23-year-old man in connection with a homicide in Leaf Rapids earlier this week.

Royal Canadian Legion Launches 2026 Poppy Campaign with Tap-on-Phone Donations

chrisd.caRoyal Canadian Legion Launches 2026 Poppy Campaign with Tap-on-Phone DonationsThe Royal Canadian Legion's 2026 National Poppy Campaign launched with a first: Canadians can now donate by tapping their debit card, credit card or digital wallet on a volunteer’s smartphone.

Winnipeg Blue Bombers Beat B.C. Lions 34-10, Clinch Playoff Spot

chrisd.caWinnipeg Blue Bombers Beat B.C. Lions 34-10, Clinch Playoff SpotPlayoff bound again. The Winnipeg Blue Bombers beat the B.C. Lions 34-10 on Friday to clinch a CFL playoff spot for the 10th straight season.

Winnipeggers Cast Record Advance Ballots in 2026 Civic Election

chrisd.caWinnipeggers Cast Record Advance Ballots in 2026 Civic ElectionA record 50,767 voters took part in advance voting for the 2026 municipal and school boards election, the City of Winnipeg says.

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RCAF Aircraft to Conduct Flypast at Winnipeg NHL Heritage Classic

chrisd.caRCAF Aircraft to Conduct Flypast at Winnipeg NHL Heritage ClassicA Royal Canadian Air Force CC-130H Hercules and two CF-18 Hornets will conduct a flypast over Princess Auto Stadium during Sunday's Tim Hortons NHL Heritage Classic in Winnipeg.

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Jets Trade Disgruntled Star Goaltender Connor Hellebuyck to New Jersey

chrisd.caJets Trade Disgruntled Star Goaltender Connor Hellebuyck to New JerseyWinnipeg has traded star goaltender Connor Hellebuyck to the New Jersey Devils, ending a standoff that has overshadowed the start of the Jets' season.

Manitoba Bans Private Online Messaging Between School Staff and Students

chrisd.caManitoba Bans Private Online Messaging Between School Staff and StudentsManitoba says it is banning one-to-one online communications between school employees and students on unmonitored platforms.

WRHA Urges Manitobans to Get Vaccinated as Respiratory Viruses Approach

chrisd.caWRHA Urges Manitobans to Get Vaccinated as Respiratory Viruses ApproachThe Winnipeg Regional Health Authority is encouraging eligible Manitobans to get vaccinated as influenza, RSV and COVID-19 infections are expected to increase.

RCAF Aircraft to Conduct Flypast at Winnipeg NHL Heritage Classic

chrisd.caRCAF Aircraft to Conduct Flypast at Winnipeg NHL Heritage ClassicA Royal Canadian Air Force CC-130H Hercules and two CF-18 Hornets will conduct a flypast over Princess Auto Stadium during Sunday's Tim Hortons NHL Heritage Classic in Winnipeg.

Jets Trade Disgruntled Star Goaltender Connor Hellebuyck to New Jersey

chrisd.caJets Trade Disgruntled Star Goaltender Connor Hellebuyck to New JerseyWinnipeg has traded star goaltender Connor Hellebuyck to the New Jersey Devils, ending a standoff that has overshadowed the start of the Jets' season.

Police Investigating Suspicious Mountain Avenue Death

chrisd.caPolice Investigating Suspicious Mountain Avenue DeathWinnipeg police are investigating a homicide after a 70-year-old man was found deceased in the 500 block of Mountain Avenue.

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NHL, Jets Announce $150K Project to Grow Girls’ and Women’s Hockey in Manitoba

chrisd.caNHL, Jets Announce $150K Project to Grow Girls' and Women's Hockey in ManitobaThe NHL and Winnipeg Jets have announced $150K to expand opportunities for girls and women to play, coach and build careers in hockey.

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Woman Charged in Winnipeg Sporting Goods Store Thefts

chrisd.caWoman Charged in Winnipeg Sporting Goods Store TheftsA 45-year-old woman is facing charges after police say more than $11,500 in goods was stolen from an outdoor sports store in Winnipeg

NHL, Jets Announce $150K Project to Grow Girls’ and Women’s Hockey in Manitoba

chrisd.caNHL, Jets Announce $150K Project to Grow Girls' and Women's Hockey in ManitobaThe NHL and Winnipeg Jets have announced $150K to expand opportunities for girls and women to play, coach and build careers in hockey.

Woman Charged in Winnipeg Sporting Goods Store Thefts

chrisd.caWoman Charged in Winnipeg Sporting Goods Store TheftsA 45-year-old woman is facing charges after police say more than $11,500 in goods was stolen from an outdoor sports store in Winnipeg

WAG-Qaumajuq Names New Director and CEO

chrisd.caWAG-Qaumajuq Names New Director and CEOThere's new leadership at the Winnipeg Art Gallery-Qaumajuq. John Mahli Lawa’ Hampton has been named as its new director and CEO.

Winnipeggers More Sympathetic to Jets Than Hellebuyck: Poll

chrisd.caWinnipeggers More Sympathetic to Jets Than Hellebuyck: PollWinnipeg-area residents are more sympathetic to the Winnipeg Jets than to Connor Hellebuyck in their ongoing dispute, a new survey finds.

Man Charged After Knife Pulled in Dauphin Road Rage Incident

chrisd.caMan Charged After Knife Pulled in Dauphin Road Rage IncidentA 30-year-old man is facing charges after Dauphin RCMP say a driver pulled a knife on another motorist in an apparent road rage incident.

Flood Mitigation Project Begins for Peguis, Fisher River Cree Nation

chrisd.caFlood Mitigation Project Begins for Peguis, Fisher River Cree NationThe first phase of a long-term flood mitigation initiative has begun in Peguis First Nation and Fisher River Cree Nation.

JP Hoe, Ruby Waters & Angine de Poitrine to Perform at the Burt

chrisd.caJP Hoe, Ruby Waters & Angine de Poitrine to Perform at the BurtThe Winnipeg Folk Festival has announced three festival favourites will return to the Burton Cummings Theatre.

Plasma Collection Company Grifols Gradually Reopening Locations

chrisd.caPlasma Collection Company Grifols Gradually Reopening LocationsA for-profit company that collects plasma says it has started to accept limited donations again after getting clearance from Health Canada.

Handgun, Meth, Cocaine Seized in Daniel McIntyre Drug Bust

chrisd.caHandgun, Meth, Cocaine Seized in Daniel McIntyre Drug BustA 40-year-old man is in custody after Winnipeg police seized a loaded handgun and a large quantity of drugs from a Beverley Street residence.

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Manitoba Cutting Above-Guideline Rent Increases by 40%

chrisd.caManitoba Cutting Above-Guideline Rent Increases by 40%The Manitoba government is changing regulations to cut above-guideline rent increases by 40 percent, effective immediately.

Carney Says Alberta’s Choice of Unity is ‘a Great Result’ for Canada

chrisd.caCarney Says Alberta's Choice of Unity is 'a Great Result' for CanadaPrime Minister Mark Carney says it was "a great result for Canada" when Albertans chose unity in the referendum vote on Monday.

Suspects Sought in Fatal Winnipeg Shooting

chrisd.caSuspects Sought in Fatal Winnipeg ShootingA 23-year-old man has died after being shot in Winnipeg’s West End over the weekend.

Manitoba Cutting Above-Guideline Rent Increases by 40%

chrisd.caManitoba Cutting Above-Guideline Rent Increases by 40%The Manitoba government is changing regulations to cut above-guideline rent increases by 40 percent, effective immediately.

Man, 18, Charged After Police Cruiser Tire Slashed on Furby Street

chrisd.caMan, 18, Charged After Police Cruiser Tire Slashed on Furby StreetAn 18-year-old man is facing charges after Winnipeg police say he slashed a cruiser’s tire and threatened officers. Officers responded to a residence in

Report Finds Construction Company Got $42M in Excess Claims on Winnipeg Police HQ

chrisd.caReport Finds Construction Company Got $42M in Excess Claims on Winnipeg Police HQThe commissioner of a public inquiry into the development of Winnipeg's police headquarters has found that the city was overcharged and overpaid tens of millions to the lead construction company.

Passenger Dies in Single-Vehicle Rollover on Provincial Road 304

chrisd.caPassenger Dies in Single-Vehicle Rollover on Provincial Road 304A 20-year-old man from Black River First Nation has died after a single-vehicle rollover on Provincial Road 304.

Woman, 71, Dies in Crash on Highway 17 Near Inwood

chrisd.caWoman, 71, Dies in Crash on Highway 17 Near InwoodA 71-year-old woman from Peguis First Nation has died after a single-vehicle crash on Highway 17 near Inwood.

Inflation Data Shows High Energy Prices Still Contained, for Now: Economists

chrisd.caInflation Data Shows High Energy Prices Still Contained, for Now: EconomistsCanada's annual inflation rate rose to 3.1 per cent in September as war in the Middle East continued to drive up gasoline prices.

Fire Damages Vacant House Under Renovation on Archibald Street

chrisd.caFire Damages Vacant House Under Renovation on Archibald StreetWINNIPEG -- A fire damaged a vacant two-storey house under renovation in the 600 block of Archibald Street on Sunday night.

Sponsored: From Food Banks to Small-Town Arenas: HyLife Fun Days Delivers More Than $90,000 in Community Impact

chrisd.caSponsored: From Food Banks to Small-Town Arenas: HyLife Fun Days Delivers More Than $90,000 in Community ImpactSponsored by HyLife: A van that keeps food moving. A safer doorway for someone turning to a food bank. A small-town arena kept alive by volunteers.

Man Charged After Cat Shot with Pellet Gun in Elmwood

chrisd.caMan Charged After Cat Shot with Pellet Gun in ElmwoodA 48-year-old man is facing charges after a cat was injured by a pellet gun in Winnipeg's Elmwood neighbourhood.

Former Jets Forward Ehlers Scores Winner as Carolina Hurricanes Top Winnipeg 3-2

chrisd.caFormer Jets Forward Ehlers Scores Winner as Carolina Hurricanes Top Winnipeg 3-2Nikolaj Ehlers scored his first goal of the NHL season to lift the Carolina Hurricanes to a 3-2 victory over the Winnipeg Jets at Canada Life Centre on Saturday afternoon.

Select Streets Closing Sunday for WFPS Run

chrisd.caSelect Streets Closing Sunday for WFPS RunA number of Winnipeg streets will close for part of Sunday for the annual WFPS Run, including in Charleswood, St. James and Wolseley.