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This afternoon Education Minister Cliff Cullen addressed the media following Bill 64 being scrapped yesterday.
Cullen says he realized that this bill wouldn’t go any further over the last few weeks.
“We reached out, we had a number of town halls with Manitobans. Clearly, our MLAs and ministers were hearing feedback from Manitobans and stakeholders. I think once we got together to discuss our options it became quite clear that people were not satisfied with the governance model in Bill 64.”
Cullen adds that Manitobans want a system that is accountable for results and ensures all students have a chance to succeed regardless of where they live.
“The governance model was a focus that it distracted from the shared priorities that would improve education and student outcomes. At this time we are pausing some of this work while as we focus on COVID-19 and the return to classes amid the fourth wave.”
Cullen says the governance model has created tension with stakeholders, and this is an opportunity to build relationships and gather their input.
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Many changes are coming to Manitoba's public health orders tomorrow.
Chief provincial public health office, Dr. Brent Roussin and Chuck Davidson, president and CEO of the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce went over some of the things taking effect tomorrow and next week, in a news conference this afternoon.
Starting tomorrow, Manitobans need to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to attend things like indoor and outdoor ticketed sporting events and concerts, indoor theatre, dance and symphony events, restaurants.
In order to attend these businesses or events, Manitobans will have to show their vaccine card or QR code.
Children under the age of 11, who are not eligible for vaccination, can attend these events and businesses with a fully immunized adult.
Chuck Davidson says these new health orders are an effort to avert the need for stricter restrictions in the future.
"The Manitoba Chamber of Commerce supports the provincial public health team in the implementation of these measures and the expansion of the vaccine passport."
Roussin says that on Tuesday, September 7th, outdoor gatherings will be limited to 500, down from the current 1,500.
"The summer fairs and festivals previously approved by Public Health are not impacted by this change."
Roussin says that weddings will have to follow the same rules as restaurants.
"So guests will have to show proof of vaccination, if a wedding party takes place at an unlicensed venue and has applied for a license, proof of vaccination will still apply. There will be a grace period on this until September 7th so people can adjust their plan."
Also on the 7th, museums and galleries will be required to ask for proof of vaccination for indoor areas.
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Manitoba RCMP are seeking public assistance in locating multiple male individuals who are wanted for various crimes.
Some of the suspects are believed to be in Dauphin and the surrounding area:
Redsky McKay
Possible locations: Valley River First Nation, Grandview, Dauphin
Age: 28
Height: 180 cm
Weight: 73 kg
Hair: Black
Eyes: Brown
Warrant for:
- Robbery
- Assault
- Uttering Threats
- Mischief
- Fail to comply with release order condition
- Fail to attend court
Scars:
- Left knee
- Right knee
- Right upper arm
Travis Desmond Campbell
Possible locations: He is believed to be in Ebb and Flow First Nation or near Ste. Rose.
Age: 34
Height: 180 cm
Weight: 88 kg
Hair: Brown
Eyes: Brown
Tattoos:
- Left upper arm - tribal
- Right upper arm - eagle head
- Left hand - eagle, Native Syndicate gang symbol
- Left elbow - dragon
Warrant for:
- Assault
- Assault while choking, suffocating, or strangling
- Fail to comply with undertaking condition
Davey Daniel Mousseau
Possible locations: Ebb and Flow First Nation, Ste. Rose, Portage la Praire
Age: 29
Height: 183 cm
Weight: 95 kg
Hair: Black
Eyes: Brown
Tattoos / Scars:
- Left forearm "Dayla"
- Right upper arm "Dave"
- Left hand "DJM KDMW"
- Scar - 12 inch vertical scar on right cheek
Warrant for:
- Assault with weapon
These suspects are considered dangerous and should not be approached.
RCMP are asking anyone with information to contact the nearest RCMP detachment, contact the police in your area, or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
To view a full list of Manitoba's Most Wanted, click here.
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Chief Provincial Public Health Officer Dr. Brent Roussin is holding a press conference today regarding public health orders.
Chuck Davidson, president and CEO of Manitoba Chambers of Commerce will also be speaking at the conference.
This is taking place at 12:30 p.m., and 730 CKDM will provide more details as soon as possible.
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Manitoba’s education minister is set to address the public on Thursday afternoon.
Education Minister Cliff Cullen will be speaking at a news conference at 2 p.m. at the Manitoba Legislative Building.
This news conference comes the day after Manitoba Premier Kelvin Goertzen said he is not moving forward with Bill 64 this fall.
The event also comes days before the school year is set to begin.
Stay tuned to 730 CKDM and 730CKDM.com for all the important updates from today’s announcement.
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There’s a Pfizer and Moderna walk-in vaccine clinic coming to Grandview today.
It’s taking place from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Grandview Farmer’s Market, Anderson Place, Main Street.
Consent forms are required for both doses.
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Midway Madness was cancelled due to COVID-19 last year but is set to begin today with some health and safety precautions in place.
All attendees 12 years of age and over must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of full vaccination will need to be presented for entry.
Manager of operations and sponsorship lead with the Provincial Exhibition of Manitoba, Rick Dillabough says this is the first in person-event they’ve had in nearly two years.
“Luck kind of turned our way this summer, and we had a chance to bring in the midway for the Labour Day weekend. It was simply a no brainer, and we are really excited to bring an event of its magnitude to Brandon.”
There are 16 full-sized rides on site every day, opening at 4 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, and Saturday to Monday opening at 12 p.m. all three days.
“It should be a lot of fun, we have five days, we’re hoping for good weather, and it should be a good way to cap off to what’s been a very summer.”
You can purchase your admission and ride all day wristband at the gate or online in advance here.
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This afternoon, Premier Kelvin Goertzen addressed the public for the first time as Premier.
Kelvin announced that Manitoba's controversial education reform bill and four other pieces of legislation delayed by the opposition party will not move forward to a vote.
"I want to thank all of those who signed up to have their voices heard on those five bills in particular. However, I also know that a new leader has to set their own agenda. As such, cabinet and caucus have authorized with my full support that those bills will not move forward in the fall."
He says that this is about creating a clean slate for a new leader.
Goertzen also announced that he asked Minister Rochelle Squires to serve as Deputy Premier, and she accepted the offer.
"I'm honoured that she has accepted my offer."
He thanked Brian Pallister for his service, on behalf of his caucus and Manitobans.
"For three decades, Mister Pallister has served in challenging roles provincially, and in Canada, the challenges have never been greater than they've been over the last 18 months. I know it's taken a toll on his family, I saw that personally."
Goertzen will be Manitoba's 23rd premier for a two-month term until he's replaced by one of the candidates running to replace Pallister on October 30th.
Goertzen has served as MLA for Steinbach since 2003.
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Manitoba Government and General employees union, which represents support members of the Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority and Prairie Mountain Health regions, have voted overwhelmingly to authorize their committees to call a strike if they deem it necessary.
Members have not had a renewed agreement, and wages have been frozen since 2017 and 2018.
Just a week ago, the government inducted health care workers into the Order of the Buffalo Hunt. However, the government has appeared to show no appreciation for healthcare workers at the bargaining table.
Manitoba nurses recently took a strike vote since their negotiations stalled. The government stepped in and agreed that a third-party arbitrator would settle the agreement if bargaining failed.
The hope for MGEU is that the government will provide support workers with the same respect and commit to bringing in a third-party arbitrator if talks break down for support staff.
There are over 6,100 workers in these MGEU components. They work in rural hospitals, personal care homes, and the community in various roles, including health care aides, home care attendants, maintenance, clerical, housekeeping, and dietary.
Results:
IERHA Community Support – 98.9%
IERHA HCSS – 98.3%
PMH Community Support – 98.1%
PMH HCSS – 97%
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A man who was part of a crime spree that ended with an RCMP officer shot in the head was sentenced to two years in jail on Tuesday morning.
Shane Beaulieu’s sentencing in Minnedosa marks the third person to be sentenced for the crime that left RCMP Cpl. Graeme Kingdon with life-long injuries that ended his policing career.
Beaulieu pleaded guilty in December 2019 to two counts of break and enter, possession of a motor vehicle obtained by crime and two firearm-related charges.
Beaulieu and three co-accused broke into two properties in Onanole on August 29th, 2018, stealing numerous items, including five long guns and ammunition.
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Although Assiniboine's Prairie Innovation Centre for Sustainable Agriculture has received many donations, Westman agricultural staple, Mazergroup, has provided the school with its biggest financial boost so far this year.
The New Holland equipment dealer is donating $500,000 for the new facility.
The Prairie Innovation Centre will enable more unique work-integrated learning opportunities, applied research projects and industry innovation. The Centre is Assiniboine's vision for the future of agriculture in Manitoba and will address industry and economic needs in this important sector.
Throughout 2021, the Prairie Innovation Centre has received financial contributions from various groups and organizations, with donations ranging from $50,000 to $100,000.
The Prairie Innovation Centre, which aims to expand seats in agriculture-related programming from 300 to more than 800, will be located at Assiniboine's North Hill campus in Brandon.
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