Poll shows 60% of Winnipeggers say transit has worsened
A recent Abacus Data poll shows that 60% of Winnipeggers think the city’s public transit has gotten worse compared with four years earlier.
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Winnipeg Records Highest Advance Voting Turnout
Winnipeg reported a record 25,514 advance ballots on Oct. 18, 2026, ahead of the forthcoming civic election.
Mayor Warns Against Fraud After $29 Million Recovered
The mayor issued a warning against fraud following an inquiry report that praised the recovery of $29 million spent on the police headquarters.
Two Winnipeg Arenas Shut for Repairs, Teams Lose Ice Time
Two Winnipeg arenas closed for repairs in October 2026, causing junior and minor hockey teams to lose hundreds of ice sessions at the start of the season.
Manitoba Leaders Mourn Victims of Wainwright Base Fire
A fire at CFB Wainwright on Oct. 17 caused fatalities and serious injuries, prompting Manitoba officials to express condolences.
Progressive Conservatives Push Expanded Pharmacist Prescribing in Rural Manitoba
The Progressive Conservative Party of Manitoba called for expanded pharmacist prescribing authority on Oct. 19, arguing it would enhance healthcare access in rural areas, noting the province’s current restrictive rules.
Manitobans Donate Blood for CFB Wainwright Victims
Manitobans, including Morris Kulbaba, started donating blood and platelets on Oct. 19 to aid victims of a CFB Wainwright incident that left several critically injured.
Winnipeg Police Urge Caution After Rise in Pedestrian Collisions
Police warn that a recent rise in pedestrian-vehicle crashes in Winnipeg has led to safety appeals urging greater caution.
23-Year-Old Man Killed in West Broadway Shooting
A 23-year-old man was fatally shot in Winnipeg’s West Broadway area on October 20 while meeting a group of people, police reported.
Defamation Trial Scrutinizes Galloway's Email Language
A Winnipeg court started a defamation trial on October 20, 2026, to determine if Galloway's email statements were defamatory.
Winnipeg police warn after surge in pedestrian-vehicle crashes
Police have warned both pedestrians and drivers to be more careful after several vehicle‑pedestrian collisions occurred in Winnipeg during the last month.
Manitoba Prosecutors Review Police HQ Charges Again
Manitoba prosecutors are conducting a third review of potential criminal charges tied to the police headquarters procurement and construction scandal.
Winnipeg sees record 25,514 advance ballots
Winnipeg recorded a record 25,514 advance ballots on Oct. 18, 2026, ahead of the municipal election.
One dead, one injured in early‑morning rollover north of Winnipeg
A rollover on Provincial Road 304 north of Winnipeg early Sunday killed a 20‑year‑old and injured a 19‑year‑old, according to Manitoba RCMP.
Winnipeg hockey teams lose ice time after arena closures
Arena repairs in Winnipeg forced junior and minor hockey teams to lose significant ice time, disrupting the start of their season.
One dead, one injured in Highway 17 crash north of Winnipeg
A truck crash on Highway 17 near Inwood left one dead and one seriously injured, prompting a Manitoba RCMP response.
Manitoba Leaders Offer Condolences After Deadly Base Fire
Manitoba politicians offered condolences after a fire at CFB Wainwright on Oct. 17, 2026, caused deaths and serious injuries.
Three Men Charged in Knife-Point Robbery of Delivery Driver
Three men were charged following an alleged knife-point robbery of a food delivery driver in Winnipeg on Oct. 17, where the driver’s food and cash were taken. Police investigated the weekend incident and filed the charges.
Dead Canada Geese Found Near Garson, Manitoba
A pile of dead Canada geese was found near Garson on Oct. 16, leading Manitoba Conservation to open an investigation. The species is common in the area, prompting standard wildlife follow‑up.
Four Men Charged After Early‑Morning Melee on Portage Avenue
Police charged four men with assault after a melee erupted in a Portage Avenue apartment early on October 18.
