Winnipeg Police Arrest 123 in Fall Retail Theft Initiative
A citywide fall retail theft crackdown resulted in 123 arrests and 243 charges, including 15 repeat offenders.
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Providence College Cuts Staff, Programs After Enrollment Plunge
Providence University College is reducing staff and programs due to an 80% decline in international student enrollment over the last two years, creating financial strain.
Premier says upcoming report shows police HQ renovation misconduct
Premier Wab Kinew said an upcoming report will detail misconduct and financial misuse in the downtown police headquarters renovation, with the findings to be released the week of October 19-25, 2026.
Seven Oaks Hockey Seeks Ice Time After Arena Closure
The community centre arena in Winnipeg will be closed for the 2026‑2027 season for upgrades, forcing the Seven Oaks Hockey Association to look for other ice time.
Canadian Health Ministers Gather in Winnipeg for Funding Extension
Health ministers met in Winnipeg as the federal government extended funding for mental health, addictions and home‑care programs by one year.
Inflated Homelessness Data May Endanger Funding
A researcher discovered that a Winnipeg organization greatly overstated homelessness numbers, raising worries that funding for related services may be cut.
IT Managers Challenge Incumbent in St. James Ward
Two IT managers are contesting incumbent two‑term councillor Shawn Dobson for Winnipeg’s St. James ward seat.
Repeat sex offender accused of breaking into three Osborne Village homes
A man with a history of sex offenses allegedly broke into three Osborne Village homes in September 2026, fleeing after being confronted.
Manitoba Hutterite Dive Team Searches Okanagan Lake for Missing Paddleboarder
A Manitoba Hutterite dive team was sent to Okanagan Lake on Oct. 14, 2026 to help find a paddleboarder missing since September.
August Building Permits Value Rises to $13.6 Billion
Canada’s August building permits reached $13.6 billion, up $1.1 billion, with growth driven by residential construction.
Farmers and Gardeners Enter St. Norbert‑Seine River Council Race
An organic farmer, garden store owner and part‑time corn producer are running for city council in Winnipeg's semi‑rural St. Norbert‑Seine River ward.
Manitobans Sue MPI Over Vehicle Fire From Faulty Charger
Two Manitobans sued MPI, claiming the insurer denied their claim after a car fire caused by a faulty phone charger.
Cross‑border trips rise, Stats Canada reports
Statistics Canada says border crossings between Canada and the United States have increased in the last six months, based on its ongoing travel tracking.
Data errors inflated Winnipeg homelessness count, memo shows
A memo reveals that errors in a federal data system led End Homelessness Winnipeg to overstate chronic homelessness numbers, calling the city’s statistics into question.
Manitoba Provides $5 Million to St. Amant for Autism Care
Manitoba announced a $5 million grant to St. Amant to broaden autism services, contributing to a $30 million provincial budget aimed at cutting waitlists and enabling early intervention.
Mayoral hopeful Gillingham vows to combine water, waste desk with 311
Gillingham pledged to fold Winnipeg’s water and waste help desk into the 311 contact centre.
Manitoba to Add Up to 90 Family Doctors with Federal Funding
Manitoba will hire up to 90 internationally trained family doctors with $6 million in federal funding, targeting rural and remote areas by 2029 to ease a longstanding physician shortage.
Family blames Manitoba dental regulator for conflict of interest
The family of a 23‑year‑old who died following a dental procedure claims the Manitoba Dental Association’s dual regulatory and investigative role creates a conflict of interest that could affect patient safety.
Council candidates report vandalized signs in Winnipeg, Portage la Prairie
Council candidates in Winnipeg and Portage la Prairie say campaign signs are being vandalized and disappearing during the 2026 municipal election.
Man Dies After Rollover on Highway North of Winnipeg
A 24-year-old man from Beausejour died in a vehicle rollover on a highway north of Winnipeg on Oct 11, 2026, and the incident is under RCMP investigation.
