Mayor Candidate Gillingham Wins Major Union Endorsement
Scott Gillingham secured the backing of Winnipeg’s largest union on October 16, 2026, amid a mayoral race focused on zoning, infrastructure and safety.
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Granite Curling Club Sues to Block 111‑Unit Housing Project
The Granite Curling Club filed a lawsuit on Oct. 16 to halt a 111‑unit affordable‑housing project, citing concerns that it would remove essential parking for the club's operations.
Sunny Weekend for Southern Manitoba, Showers Expected North Sunday
A high-pressure system will keep southern Manitoba sunny and warm, while a weak Alberta clipper brings showers to northern Manitoba on Sunday.
Federal Government Extends Rare Disease Research Funding in Winnipeg
The federal government extended its funding agreement for rare disease research at a health‑ministerial meeting in Winnipeg on Oct. 16, 2026. The meeting focused on health‑care policies and funding.
Premier to Release Police HQ Inquiry Report Monday
The premier said the inquiry's final report on the police headquarters project will be released to the public on October 19, 2026, following a review of its planning and construction.
Manitoba Government Declares Measles Outbreak Over
Manitoba declared its measles outbreak over on October 16, 2026 following weeks of no new cases. The outbreak had begun in February 2025.
Nurses' Union Grey‑lists Seven Oaks Hospital Over Staffing Risks
The nurses' union has grey‑listed Seven Oaks Hospital as unsafe due to staffing shortages that force nurses to manage too many high‑acuity patients.
Winnipeg Poet Sylvia Legris Shortlisted for T.S. Eliot Prize
Sylvia Legris of Winnipeg was shortlisted for the T.S. Eliot Prize, which carries a $47,000 award for the best new poetry collection published in the UK or Ireland.
Manitoba Hydro to Spend $1.2 B on Substation Upgrades
Manitoba Hydro will spend up to $1.2 billion to upgrade dozens of substations in Winnipeg and Brandon, modernizing the province’s power grid.
France to Decide Extradition of Former Manitoba Law Dean
France will decide in November whether to extradite the former Manitoba law dean, who is wanted on a fraud charge after Canada’s request.
Police Seek Two Persons of Interest in North Point Douglas Arson
Police are looking for two people linked to a suspected arson of a house in Winnipeg's North Point Douglas area.
Four challengers contest incumbent Russ Wyatt amid assault charges
Four challengers are seeking to defeat incumbent Russ Wyatt in Transcona, where he remains under investigation for two sexual assault charges.
Two Charged After Hatchet‑Held Store Theft on McPhillips Street
A man and a woman were charged for a store theft on McPhillips Street where a hatchet was allegedly involved, after police responded to the robbery on the night of October 14.
Manitoba Declares Measles Outbreak Over After 20 Months
Manitoba health officials announced the end of a 20‑month measles outbreak that started in early 2025.
Premier Announces Police HQ Inquiry Report Release Monday
The premier announced that the inquiry's final report on the new police headquarters will be released Monday. The inquiry reviewed the project's planning, design and construction.
Orphaned Polar Bear Cub Named Mantayo at Winnipeg Zoo
The Assiniboine Park Zoo named its orphaned polar bear cub Mantayo, the first polar bear to arrive at the zoo in nearly ten years.
Two Councillors Challenge Incumbent Mayor in Thompson Election
Thompson voters will decide whether to retain Mayor Colleen Smook or replace her with councillors Oswald Sawh or Duncan Wong in the upcoming election.
Fort Rouge–East Fort Garry Ward Debates Homelessness, Safety, Transit
Residents and four candidates debated homelessness, safety and transit in Fort Rouge–East Fort Garry after incumbent Sherri Rollins withdrew, opening the council seat.
Assiniboine Park Zoo Names Orphaned Polar Bear Cub Mantayo
The Assiniboine Park Zoo named its orphaned 10‑month‑old polar bear cub Mantayo following an online poll that offered three name choices. The cub arrived from Churchill in August after being orphaned.
Manitoba Unveils Steps to Cut Residential Hydro Costs
Manitoba introduced measures under BITSA 2 to lower residential hydro bills and enhance financial reporting transparency, announced by Finance Minister Adrien Sala.
