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Winnipeg construction season disruptive but necessary, city councillor saysOne of the most significant projects is the completion of the $30.5-million rehabilitation of the Pembina Highway overpass at Abinojii Mikanah, which began last summer.Apr 9
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Start of Arlington Bridge deconstruction marks ‘historic day,’ Winnipeg mayor saysThe century-old bridge connecting north Winnipeg to the south is coming down after being closed in late 2023. The City of Winnipeg removed the first piece on Thursday.CanadaJul 16
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AI top of mind for Manitoba students considering career optionsThis ever-changing technology and its impact has many students, both in high school and post-secondary institutions, considering how viable their future career options may be.TechApr 28
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‘More than just a roof’: New housing for Winnipeg women fleeing violence unveiledTwo partly federally funded transitional housing buildings will serve women and children in Winnipeg who are escaping domestic violence.CanadaJun 15
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Museum exhibit on displaced Palestinians to openThe head of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights says an exhibit about displaced Palestinians to open to the public Saturday, despite a board member resignation.EntertainmentJun 27
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Saskatoon’s VIDO expecting high containment lab certification next yearThe University of Saskatchewan's Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO) will be the first educational institution in Canada to have Containment Level 4 labs.CanadaJun 9
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Manitoba will reject hyperscale AI data centre south of Winnipeg, Kinew saysPremier Wab Kinew says when you balance the sheer size of the facility, the energy it will consume and its impact on the environment, there's little benefit to the province.PoliticsJun 4
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N.S. premier says future support for data centres depends on energy supply, safetyTim Houston told reporters there's no active proposal to bring a data centre to Nova Scotia and it's not a top priority for his government.PoliticsJun 18
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Manitoba training fee could drive up costs on large construction projects, groups sayA new fee added to bids on large public-sector construction projects in Manitoba could add millions of dollars in costs, three major industry associations said Thursday.EconomyMar 19
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Most flood preparations complete in First Nation as it braces for rising waterSandbagging efforts are complete in Peguis First Nation and residents are playing a waiting game to see if the nearby Fisher River causes extensive flooding.WeatherApr 23
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ANALYSIS: Winnipeg Jets no longer a legit contender in the NHL CentralIt’s too early to do a full autopsy on this Jets team, but this is just a little glimpse into the next six months of water cooler discussions.SportsMar 27
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Manitoba proposes $5M to improve food quality in personal care homesIn Manitoba's 2026 budget, there is a $5 million investment to ensure fresh, high-quality, and culturally appropriate foods are available for residents in personal care homes.PoliticsMar 26
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Public inquiry examines cost overruns of Winnipeg police building projectA public inquiry is set to begin today on cost overruns and controversy linked to a building project led by the City of Winnipeg.CanadaFeb 10
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Bribery allegations ‘crushing,’ former City of Winnipeg CAO tells inquiryThe inquiry seeks to understand the mismanagement of the $214 million redevelopment of the downtown Canada Post building into the current Winnipeg Police Service Headquarters.PoliticsFeb 19
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Public inquiry into Winnipeg construction project gets more fundingA public inquiry examining cost overruns on construction of the Winnipeg Police Service's headquarters is looking at higher-than-expected costs.TrendingJan 8
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Former Winnipeg bureaucrat questioned at inquiry on money from contractorA former Winnipeg chief administrative officer is facing tough questioning at a public inquiry examining payments linked to the over budget police headquarters project.CanadaFeb 18
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Winnipeg police HQ inquiry hears from former top city officialThe project ran more than $70 million over budget by the time it was completed in 2016, and the inquiry is looking into what happened.CanadaFeb 17
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Winnipeg population rise could put greater pressure on strained sectorsThat makes Winnipeg the fifth largest municipality in Canada, and marks a considerable trend of growth over the past 15 years.Jan 20
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Authorities investigate downtown Winnipeg hotel fire, cite past safety issuesA vacant Winnipeg hotel with known safety compliance issues was destroyed by fire, forcing evacuations as the cause remains under investigation.FireJan 15
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Manwin Hotel in Winnipeg ‘lost’ after fire erupts overnightThe former Manwin Hotel, which has been vacant for about a year, is the scene of a major fire, though crews say the cause is not yet known.FireJan 14