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The Canadian Taxpayers Federation says 83 per cent of Manitobans surveyed recently by Leger Marketing want Premier Wab Kinew to tell Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to cancel the planned Carbon Tax hike on Monday.
The poll showed 57 per cent of Manitobans strongly support the request, while another 26 per cent somewhat support it.
CTF Prairie Director Gage Haubrich says other premiers are standing up for their constituents by demanding the carbon tax hike be dropped, adding it is time for Kinew to join that fight.
A CTF media release says Kinew is the only provincial premier where the federal carbon tax is directly applied that has not yet called on the federal government to stop its carbon tax hike.
The federal government is set to increase the carbon tax to 17 cents per litre of gasoline, 21 cents per litre of diesel and 15 cents per cubic metre of natural gas on April 1.
The release adds that the carbon tax will cost the average Manitoba family $502 a year more than what they get back in rebates
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The province says a new minor injury and illness clinic slated for Brandon will be the first of many.
It says the clinic is part of a 17-million-dollar plan to open similar ones across Manitoba and reduce pressure on hospital emergency departments.
The Brandon clinic will be staffed by physicians, nurse practitioners, and nurses, and operate 12 hours a day, every day.
The New Democrats promised during last year's election campaign to open clinics, hire more health-care workers and reduce wait times
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The crown has stayed charges against a Swan River man charged after a January 13th home invasion and robbery in that community.
22-year-old Alex Ames appeared in Dauphin court earlier this week.
Meanwhile, a Winnipeg man charged after a 2021 drug bust in the RM of Dauphin has been given a new court date.
33-year-old Jory Rowe is set to return to court in the provincial capital on Tuesday.
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An ongoing investigation led to the search of 5 different residences in Fairford.
Multiple RCMP units, including the National Weapons Enforcement Support Team and Manitoba East District CREST unit, attended the scene and executed these search warrants which yielded multiple seizures and arrests.
Officers seized over 2.5 KG of cocaine, numerous firearms, and over 25 thousand dollars in cash.
As for arrests, Kyle Woodford, 32, from the RM of Woodlands, Kyle Canada, 40, from Winnipeg, and Desnee Woodford, 31, from Fairford, were arrested and charged with Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking and numerous firearm-related charges.
This ongoing investigation continues.
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4-H Manitoba dedicates numerous volunteer hours to grow leadership skills and agricultural knowledge throughout the province.
These efforts were recently recognized by Agriculture Minister Ron Kostyshyn at the Royal Manitoba Winter Fair, complementing both the long history and dedication of the program.
4-H has existed since 1913, and it was founded in Roland, Manitoba. It started receiving provincial funding in the early 1920s and has continued to be a strong symbol of education and leadership in the agricultural world.
According to Minister Kostyshyn, The Manitoba government has provided $900,000 over three years starting in 2022 to the Manitoba 4-H Council to deliver programming across the province to over 100 4-H clubs for more than 1,000 members.
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The push is on to fill as many of the 1,000 volunteer positions for the 2024 Manitoba Summer Games by May 1st.
Games co-ordinator Bryan Mintenko says there will be some orientation and record checks needed for some of the volunteers, which is why they want to have the positions filled as soon as possible.
He adds even if you will not be here for the August 11th to 17th event, you can still help out with the lead up to the games.
"We have a large organizing committee of about 80 people, and each of those committees need people to assist with the planning stages. From now until the games, we definitely need help with planning. A couple of weeks prior to the games we will need help with venue setup, distribution of items, some work at the warehouse, and help with accreditation."
During the games, Mintenko adds there are about 15 different areas that they need volunteers for.
"Access control, which is somebody just controlling who gets into a certain venue or village. You can help out with the athletes village, which will be at a few different schools. You can work with any sport of choice, you can get involved with hospitality and medal ceremonies, which is a fun one to do. We definitely need some help with promotions, marketing, social media - that is always another fun one to do. There is also athlete entertainment."
Technology, food services, and signage are some other areas in need of help.
Games representatives will be at the Dauphin Co-op on Thursday and Saturday to sign up volunteers.
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With burning permit season set to kick off on Monday, the province is cautioning residents about the potential for a higher wildfire danger across Manitoba.
Current dry conditions along with a forecast for dry weather over the next few weeks are leading the Manitoba Wildfire Service to think that there will be a greater risk of grass and brush fires in open areas once the snow completely melts.
ATV operators are asked to stay on developed, back-country trails, and to stop frequently to check around your engine and exhaust for debris, carefully disposing of any debris that you find.
No burn or travel restrictions in place, but Manitobans are reminded to watch for road and trail closures or detour signs.
Wildfire season runs from April 1st to November 15th, and residents are reminded that provincial burning permits are required for outdoor fires set within burn permit areas between those dates.
The province add conditions will be monitored over the next few weeks, and fire danger levels for forested areas in Manitoba will be calculated once melting has taken place.
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Two cases with ties to the Parkland region were back in Winnipeg court in recent days.
37-year-old Swan River resident Jeremy Gingras was remanded back into custody until April 5th, in relation to an incident from September of last year when a suspect is alleged to have broken into a home twice, assaulted a resident, and stolen several items before vandalizing several parked cars and a business on Main street in Swan River.
And 28-year-old Clint Nepinak will return to Winnipeg court on May 2nd.
The Dauphin man was charged following the discovery of open liquor, several gift cards, and several drugs including crystal meth and cocaine in mid-January near Ste Rose.
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The Swan river RCMP made a significant bust over the weekend, leading to 4 arrests.
on march 22nd, Swan River Officers, west districts CREST unit, and Police Dog services executed a search warrant on 4th avenue in Bowsman.
40-year-old female Leslie Wieler, was arrested along with three others who were in the residence.
Four children under the age of 12 were also present and were attended to by a family member.
A variety of drugs, including methamphetamine, as well as cash and edged weapons were seized. All subjects were released on undertakings.
Manitoba RCMP continue to investigate.
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The spring risk of flooding is at a low, to moderate level according to the Manitoba Flood Outlook released today.
Normal to below normal soil moisture at freeze-up varied snowfall throughout the winter indicating a very low chance of flood risks.
Also, Most Manitoba Lake Levels are normal to below normal for this time of year but are expected to remain within operational levels.
This forecast could change depending on future weather conditions.
The Manitoba Hydrologic Forecast will be issuing daily flow and level forecasts once runoff fully begins, which is expected for around the first week of April.
For the full 33-page flood outlook, visit The Provincial Government's Website by clicking the link.
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Professional Bull Riding is coming to Dauphin later this spring.
The Mazer Group PBR, presented by the Dauphi Adventure Fund, will take over Credit Union Place for one evening on Friday, May 24th.
Lindsay Kyle with Dauphin Rec Services says they are hoping to have some top calibre bull riders competing in Dauphin.
"Because we are running one night different, there could be some riders coming up to Dauphin for a warm-up event to the Canada Cup series event the following night in Brandon. So we hope to host some of the greatest riders here in Dauphin."
Kyle adds even people who are not normally fans of bull riding will enjoy this event.
"Pyrotechnics, the music will be loud, and just the atmosphere is going to be something pretty special. We had Crossfire Bull Riding and their tech team (at the arena), and we thought our sound system was great, but they will be bringing their own in because our system apparently can not reach the levels that they want to reach for this event."
Kyle also says the bull riding action is not the only activities planned for that night.
"We want you to come early for the pre-party, hosted by RE-MAX Parkland Realty. And then we are going to set the stage for the big show. And then after the show, your ticket also gets you in to the Aspen Insurance PBR Party in the Dirt. There will be a D-J and some fun happening, and we will leave it right on the floor so you will be literally partying in the dirt after the bull riding event."
Tickets went on sale Monday morning, and Kyle says sales have been strong so far.
"Within the first three hours, there were already over 400 tickets sold. So we are hoping to sell out the place and get anywhere from 22-hundred to 25-hundred people in there. So get your tickets quick. I do not want people to miss out on this, but I think if you do hold off (getting tickets), I do think you will miss out. "
You can purchase tickets online at www.tobatickets,.ca
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