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A strike by 25,000 haelth care support staff across Southern Manitoba, including here in Prairie Mountain Health, has been averted fopr the time being.
Bargaining teams with MGEU and CUPE reached a tentative deal at 4:25 this morning.
No details have been announced as of yet, but a release on CUPE's X account and website says it will see significant improvements for workers.
It adds local union reps will be reaching out to union members soon with details of the tentative agreement and when they will be able to vote on it.
The CUPE release says both unions are recommending acceptance of the tentative agreement.
They are also encouraging all unionized workers to show up for their regular shifts today.
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The Municipality of McCreary is now under a Boil Water Advisory.
The advisory, which is in effect immediately, is because of a major distribution failure that occured on October 7. The advisory is being put in place to ensure public health protection.
Until further notice, all water used for consumption should be brought to a rolling boil for at least one minute.
This includes:
- Drinking and ice making;
- Preparing beverages, such as infant formula;
- Preparing food, including washing fruits and vegetables, and
- Brushing teeth.
It is not required to boil tap water used for other household purposes, such as laundry or washing dishes. During this, young children should be sponge bathed.
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The Dauphin Hospital Foundation recently held its AGM, laying out plans for funding in the future.
According to the Annual report, some new equipment, infrastructure, and training will be in the works.
Two Hysteroscopes to support obstetrician/gynecological services are on the bill, as well as The purchase of two Silentia screens to add patient privacy within the Chemotherapy unit
There was also budgeting for a secure bike compound for staff, and the approval to support three health center staff members from the Delha Cort Education trust fund to upgrade their skill sets.
The funding requests, reviewed on September 23, involved staff in various healthcare sectors, such as mental health, respiratory therapy, and nursing.
This fund was established in the 1990s at the bequest of long-time Dauphin resident Delha Cort to help grow the skill sets of local healtcare staff.
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The Humboldt Broncos Memorials Committee is moving forward with Phase 1 of constructing a permanent memorial at the site of the tragic crash.
16 members of the Broncos lost their lives on April 6, 2018, when the bus carrying the team to a playoff game in Nipawin was struck by a semi-trailer. 13 other members of the team survived the deadly crash that shook the hockey community around the globe.
A 'Sod Turning Ceremony' was held at the site this past Saturday. The site is 170km northeast of Humboldt at the intersection of Highways 33 and 335 near Tisdale.
The project will be completed in two phases. Phase one includes earth moving, the creation of pathways, and a sitting area to be constructed over the next few weeks.
In a release, Carol Brons, who lost her daughter in the crash had the following to say.
"I am thrilled that we finally have shovels in the ground and are moving forward after conquering many hurdles to get here. This is a step forward in healing," said Brons, who's daughter was the team's trainer. "We appreciate everyone’s input, thoughts, and prayers at this time."
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Kids Help Phone is holding their national strategic board retreat in Dauphin this week.
Board members and National executive for the youth mental health program are meeeting for several days in our city, with a particular focus on their truth and reconciliation journey.
When asked why these meeting are being held here, Kids Help Phone CEO Kathy Hay says they are on a quest throughout the organization of making sure they are on a continuous learning journey.
"We are making sure that no one is left alone. So we are in communities that we serve. We serve lots of young people across Canada, and we serve lots of young people in Dauphin."
Local board member Carole Shankaruk says part of the visit includes an event at Northgate, that they have invited local stakeholders, indigenous youth and elders, and school administration to participate in.
"We are servicing 16 schools in very diverse, different communities. And so building those relationships is a big piece. Face-to-face, we know that is the best way to interact and communicate. So we are inviting those principals, the youth, the elders, and knowledge keepers to make those commections, and let Kids Help Phone speak to them, connect with them on a human-to-human level, and find out right from them what can we do and what kind of services can we provide."
In September alone, 12 per cent of all calls taken by Kids Help Phone came from Indigenous youth, marking the highest user activity volume from indigenous youth in the program's history.
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The city has unveiled its first recipients of the Sunshine Awards.
The awards recognize individuals and groups for outstanding contributions towards making Dauphin a better place through their dedicated service.
This year's recipients include Manitoba Summer Games co-chairs Carla Wolfenden and Clayton Swanton, as well as Brenda Gregory and Jerry Joss.
In a news release announcing the winners, Mayor David Bosiak said "These awards are a way of expressing gratitude to those who go above and beyond to support the growth of our community. Each of this year’s recipients stand out in their own way for their volunteerism and acts of selflessness, which remind us of the community spirit that makes Dauphin such a special place to live."
The Sunshine awards, which were established under the City's Community Recognition Policy, will be presented annually during the Thanksgiving season.
This year's honourees will be recognized at a special ceremony being held at 4:30 today at City Hall as well as on October 21st.
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The Municipality of McCreary is advising its residents that an unplanned emergency water service line repair is taking place today.
Crews have started the work, but caution that this repair may result in an interruption of water supply to the entire town.
The municipality recommends filling containers with water to minimize inconvenience during the repair process.
Further updates will be provided as information becomes available.
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A municipality in the northwestern part of the Parkland is being sued by a former employee, who is alleging that he was forced to leave his job after "humiliating, high-handed" treatment by the current reeve.
According to a report by the CBC, a statement of claim was filed by Janes Webb in Manitoba Court of King's Bench on September 26th, accusing the municipality of wrongful dismissal and alleges that he was bullied and harassed by Reeve Bill Gade.
Webb was hired in 2020 as Financial officer for the municipality, eventually being named acting CAO later that year and taking the position permanently in 2021.
In the statement of claim, Webb claims he was subjected to "ridicule, bullying and harassment both inside and outside the workplace" by Gade, adding that the "embarrassing treatment" that he experienced breached a term of his contract that entitled him to fair treatment, making his continued employment impossible.
The suit that Webb was constructively dismissed from his job in October 2022.
The claims have yet to be proven in court.
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A long standing local court case has finally come to a conclusion.
In June of last year, 38-yuear old Christopher Bilay was pulled over by RCMP on suspicion of speeding on Main Street in Dauphin.
The traffic stop led top the seizure of a homemade gun with a bayonet attached, along with used and unused ammunition, several cell phones, and some cash.
Bilay had his trial on Dauphin court on Wednesday, where he was found guilty of Impaired Driving.
He was given a one-thousand dollar fine as a result.
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The leaves are turning, and quickly falling, meaning it's once again time for the fall city clean up.
City Public Works Director Mike vanAlstyne has the details you'll need for Tuesdays:
"People should have their materials ready in their back lanes if they have, and if not, on their front streets. We'll be picking up any yard and garden waste, leaves, shrubs, and tree branches so long as thier neatly piled and accessible. materials can be in bio-degradable bags or boxes, but any plastic will be left behind."
Branches must be no longer than 8 feet long, and 6 inches in diameter.
VanAlstyne also recommends getting a yard waste bin for your home, as there will be no Spring clean-up as there has been previously.
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The province has announced details of its fall Flu and Covid vaccine clinics.
The vaccines will be available as of October 15th, with seniors at personal care homes usually among the first ones to be vaccinated.
A schedule of flu and Covid vaccine clinics in the Parkland has been released, with the first clinics set for October 28th in both Dauphin and McCreary.
The last clinic is set for November 13th in Rorketon.
The Dauphin Active Living Centre will host clinics on October 28th and November 4th.
You are encouraged to pre-book an appointment close to you by either going online to prairiemountainhealth.ca or by calling 1-844-626-8222.
When getting your shots, you must bring your Manitoba Health Card.
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