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MKO Response to the Introduction of Eagle Feathers to Manitoba Courts
September 27, 2019 Treaty One Territory, Winnipeg, MB – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc. (MKO) is issuing this statement in response to the blessing and introduction of more than 40 eagle feathers into Manitoba’s court system yesterday. “This is a historic moment,” stated Grand Chief Garrison Settee. “First Nations people hold the eagle in high esteem, and […]
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MKO Commends Youth Taking Part in the Global Climate Strike
September 27, 2019 Treaty One Territory, Winnipeg, MB – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc. (MKO) is commending youth across the province and the globe in their efforts to raise awareness on the importance of taking action to protect Mother Earth. “Climate change is an urgent issue we must address immediately,” stated Grand Chief Garrison Settee. “First Nations people lived […]
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Manitobans Reminded Minimum Wage Will Increase Oct. 1
September 29, 2019 The province reminds Manitobans the minimum wage will increase by 30 cents to $11.65 on Oct. 1, Growth, Enterprise and Trade Minister Blaine Pedersen said today. “We continue to provide predictable and sustainable increases to Manitoba’s minimum wage, which achieves the right balance benefitting both employees and employers,” said Pedersen. “Regular minimum […]
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Judges of the SCC have concluded their visit to Winnipeg – September 25, 2019
OTTAWA, September 27, 2019 — Judges of the Supreme Court of Canada have concluded their visit to Winnipeg, after a week that included the Court’s historic first sitting outside of Ottawa and about a dozen meetings and events with the local community. “My colleagues and I were so impressed with the City of Winnipeg and all […]
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MMF Applauds Harvester Card Decision for Mi’kmaq Nation
Winnipeg MB – Today the Manitoba Metis Federation (MMF) is applauding the Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq Chiefs (ANSMC) for creating a system of ID cards for those who qualify for treaty hunting and fishing rights in the province. “First and foremost, I want to congratulate the ANSMC for this historic step in self-governance,” said […]
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Winnipeg Police Service: Project Return
September 25, 2019 The Winnipeg Police Service is committed to addressing issues surrounding missing youth and those at risk of sexual exploitation in our community. As part of this ongoing commitment the Winnipeg Police Service’s Counter Exploitation/ Missing Person’s Unit and General Patrol members, in partnership with outreach workers from the community (StreetReach, Winnipeg Outreach […]
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Increase in Number of Doctors Practising in Manitoba Nears 10-Year High
Provincewide Health Human Resource Planning Starting to See Results: Friesen A new report shows annual increases in the number of physicians practising in Manitoba continued to trend near 10-year highs, signalling the province’s efforts to retain and recruit physicians are working, Health, Seniors and Active Living Minister Cameron Friesen said today. “There are 158 more […]
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Province Celebrates Gender Equality Week
September 23, 2019 The Manitoba government is celebrating Gender Equality Week by recognizing the record number of women candidates in the 2019 election, Sustainable Development Minister Rochelle Squires, minister responsible for the status of women, announced today. “Equality is the foundation from which everyone can lead healthy, happy and fulfilling lives,” said Squires. “I want […]
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Shamattawa RCMP respond to fatal vehicle collision involving a child
On September 20, 2019, at approximately 4:00 pm, officers from the Shamattawa RCMP responded to the nursing station on a report of a child having been struck by a vehicle. Upon arrival, officers were advised that a two-year-old boy had been struck by a vehicle near his residence on Jackfish Road. Officers spoke with the […]
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UWinnipeg partners with the Canadian Red Cross
September 20, 2019 Whether it’s been working together during natural disasters or employing alumni and students, The University of Winnipeg and Canadian Red Cross have ties that run deep. In May 2018, UWinnipeg opened up its Duckworth Centre to the Canadian Red Cross. Usually reserved for Wesmen sporting events, the facility was the epicentre for providing […]
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