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The Manitoba Government has launched its #RestartMB campaign, which the Premier describes as a roadmap to recovery from the effects of COVID-19.
The province is promoting its reopening plan using social media, radio, TV — and even has billboards in Winnipeg with the slogan "ready, safe, grow,”
Despite some criticism, premier Brian Pallister is defending the #RestartMB campaign, saying it will help Manitobans feel more confident about getting back to work and restarting the economy.
“We have to remember that folks need to get their lives back. Manitobans want to work — they don’t want to just sit at home and collect a subsidy cheque. They to be able to have a chance to go to work," said Pallister.
In another announcement by the province today, the Pallister government said they hope the federal government will finalize their sick leave program, so that Canadians can stay home when they are sick, and avoid the spread of COVID-19.
The Pan-Canadian Sick Leave Program was announced about a month ago.
Pallister gave details today, saying he wants the federal government to move quickly on their program so that all Canadians can stay home when they are sick, without the fear of losing their income.
Earlier this spring, the Manitoba government passed legislation to provide job protection for Manitobans who are self-isolating, or are caring for a family member due to COVID-19.
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Environment Canada has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for many areas in the Parkland.
They say conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms that can produce strong wind gusts, large hail, and heavy rain.
The advisory is in effect for the following areas:
- Gilbert Plains Mun. incl. Ashville
- Grandview Mun. incl. Valley River Res.
- Mossey River Mun. incl. Winnipegosis and Fork River
- Mun. of Ethelbert incl. Garland
- Mun. of Roblin incl. Makaroff Shortdale and Bield
- Mun. of Russell-Binscarth incl. Gambler Res.
- R.M. of Dauphin incl. Sifton and Valley River
- R.M. of Lakeshore incl. Ochre River and Makinak
- R.M. of Lakeshore incl. Rorketon and Toutes Aides
- R.M. of Riding Mountain West incl. Asessippi Prov. Park
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COVID-19 cases continue to rise in the province, and there’s been a recent surge of cases in the Prairie Mountain Health region.
Mayor of Dauphin, Allen Dowhan is reminding the city to continue its efforts in flattening the curve.
“The city continues to evaluate and respond to information to protect public safety, but it’s up to us to follow provincial public health recommendations when it comes to slowing the spread of COVID-19. Practice physical distancing, wash your hands, and make smart decisions to protect yourself and those around you.”
He adds that Dauphin is a strong community, and will work through the case set-back.
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The owner of Plains Tire / Integra Tire in Gilbert Plains tells CKDM the business was broken into overnight.
Trevor Basaraba says either late Tuesday night or early Wednesday, at least one thief broke into the building through the side door.
“They came in through a steel door with a steel door handle. They knew what they were doing, they came prepared with tools to break in,” he said.
Basaraba explains the intruders rifled through all the cupboards and drawers behind the counter, finding the cashbox and taking nearly all of the bills and change.
“It’s disturbing. It’s frustrating — it’s hard enough running a business in a small town without something like this,” Basaraba said.
The shop owner commends the RCMP for their quick response.
Going forward, Trevor says additional security measures will have to be put in place, and that he’s already been looking at security camera systems for the shop.
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Manitoba health officials have identified 16 new cases of COVID-19 as of 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday — bringing the province’s total case count to 578.
Four of today’s cases are in the Prairie Mountain Health region; 10 are in the Winnipeg region, 1 is in the Southern Health region, and 1 in the Interlake-Eastern health region.
Early investigations indicate many of the new cases in the Prairie Mountain Health region are related to previously announced cases in Brandon. Case investigations are ongoing, and the province says they will offer additional information as needed regarding any public health risks.
With an uptick in cases in the Prairie Mountian Health region, the number of people seeking testing has also increased. The testing site in Dauphin saw a significant increase in traffic, conducting 63 tests on Monday compared to only 16 the Monday prior.
In response to higher numbers of people seeking testing, PMH have extended the hours of operation at the Dauphin testing site.
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As we start to see more places implementing mask-wearing policies, Assiniboine Community College (ACC) campuses are now following suit.
All staff, students, and visitors are now expected to wear masks or face coverings.
In addition to masks, the college has implemented other safety precautions such as increased cleaning and sanitization stations.
You can read more about ACC health guidelines, here.
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Today’s the day your regular cup of coffee can help make a big difference in a kid’s life.
It’s Camp Day, and Tim Hortons in Dauphin is donating all the money they make from their hot and iced coffee sales to the Tim Hortons Children’s Foundation.
They also have an in-store raffle draw to take part in where you can win some great prizes.
The grand prize is a Tim Hortons coffee brewer, 1st is a $100 gift card, 2nd is a $50 gift card, and 3rd is a Tim Hortons gift basket.
For more, click here.
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A teenager was sent to the hospital after being struck by a vehicle in the Ebb and Flow First Nation.
At around 8:00 Tuesday morning, RCMP responded to the incident and say the male teen was having an argument with his girlfriend, when she drove away.
He then jumped on the hood of her vehicle in an attempt to stop her and fell off, resulting in his injuries.
He was then taken to hospital via STARS air ambulance in stable condition.
The investigation is ongoing.
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The case of a man from the RM of Dauphin -- charged with multiple offences relating to a fatal 2019 collision -- was remanded to September 8 in court today.
25-year-old Jack Winters is facing 15 charges, some of which relating to impaired operation of a vehicle causing death, or serious harm.
Winters was arrested by Dauphin RCMP on July 17 after a lengthy investigation.
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The Member of Parliament for Dauphin-Swan River-Neepawa is sharing his thoughts on the Trudeau government’s WE Charity controversy.
Conservative MP Dan Mazier says he’s amazed at the details that continue to emerge regarding what he calls a $900 million dollar scandal.
“Justin Trudeau and Bill Morneau turned around and handed their friends at WE an almost billion-dollar contract under the guise of supporting youth during a pandemic. It keeps on reeking of corruption at the highest levels of government,” said Mazier.
The 912-million-dollar program was designed to help post-secondary students after many of their summer job prospects dried up during the pandemic.
Concerns arose over the federal government handing that contract to the WE Charity — an organization that Trudeau and finance minister Bill Morneau’s families both have ties to.
In light of the controversy, a recent poll by Leger and the Association for Canadian Studies shows support for the Liberals among decided voters has recently slipped by six percentage points. Another survey by the Angus Reid Institute found nearly three quarters of Canadians don’t believe the matter has been put to rest.
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Public health officials identified four new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday.
Three of the new cases are in the Prairie Mountain Health region, and one case is from the Winnipeg Health region.
Manitoba now has a total of 562 confirmed and probable cases of COVID-19.
Many of the cases are linked to known clusters, however, the acquisition of a small number of cases remains unknown at this time.
194 cases are considered active, and 360 individuals are listed as recovered. There are 5 hospitalizations, with three people in intensive care.
The number of deaths due to COVID-19 remains at eight.
With an uptick in cases in the Prairie Mountian Health region, the number of people seeking testing has also increased. The testing site in Dauphin saw a significant increase in traffic, conducting 63 tests on Monday compared to only 16 the Monday prior.
In response to higher demand for testing, Prairie Mountain Health is setting up a temporary COVID testing site in Brandon, beginning on Wednesday, August 12 at the Keystone Centre grounds. The hours of operation will be:
• Monday to Thursday 8:45 a.m. to 6 p.m.;
• Friday and Saturday 8:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.; and
• Sunday 8:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
For up-to-date information on COVID-19 in Manitoba, visit the Manitoba Government website.
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