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It’s been confirmed that Winnipeg city councillor Scott Gillingham is not entering the Progressive Conservative leadership race.
Gillingham says the tight timeline doesn’t give enough runway for a new candidate.
That leaves only two candidates in the race so far; MLA Heather Stefanson, and former Conservative MP Shelly Glover.
The new leader, and Premier of Manitoba will be chosen on October 30th.
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Wednesday night, at approximately 9:15 p.m., Ste Rose RCMP received a report of a two-vehicle head-on collision on Highway 68, located ten kilometres east of Ste Rose du Lac, Manitoba.
The initial investigation has determined that an eastbound minivan with two male occupants from Winnipeg, a 22-year-old driver and 25-year-old passenger, had just struck a deer causing it to swerve into the westbound lane.
The damaged minivan then collided head-on with a westbound vehicle with three occupants from Dauphin, a 30-year-old female driver, along with two passengers, a 44-year-old male and a 1-year-old female.
The 30-year-old female was pronounced deceased on scene, and the 44-year-old male passenger was transported to the hospital with serious injuries. The 1-year-old child was not injured.
The two occupants of the eastbound minivan suffered minor injuries.
Speed and alcohol are not believed to be factors in the collision.
Ste Rose RCMP, along with the Forensic Reconstruction Unit, continue to investigate.
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After saying that they wouldn't, Brandon University is implementing a COVID-19 vaccine mandate for the coming fall term.
The university announced Thursday that faculty, staff and students will be required to provide either proof of full vaccination or proof of a recent negative COVID test before they can come to campus.
The university also said full vaccination will be required no later than October 31st. Vaccination clinics will take place on campus from September 7th to the 9th for students and staff who have not received their vaccines.
Masks will also be mandatory on campus when the fall term begins.
Multiple universities and colleges in Manitoba, including the University of Manitoba, University of Winnipeg, Red River College, and Assiniboine Community College, announced last week they would implement a mandatory vaccine policy when classes resume next month.
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The latest national polls show that the Liberals are in the lead, but have been trending downwards since the election was called.
The Liberals sit at 32.7 percent, the conservatives aren’t far behind at 32 percent, and the NDP is at 20 percent.
Be listening to 730 CKDM News Now all day tomorrow as we highlight who’s running so far in the Dauphin-Swan River-Neepawa riding.
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Reports have come down tonight that Healthcare support staff in 3 regions across the province have voted in favour of strike action.
The Winnipeg Regional Health Authority, the Northern Health Region and Southern Health, all represented by CUPE, have had workers vote 97 percent in favour of a strike mandate.
The hope among these workers is that this strike mandate will help speed up new negotiations.
The union hopes for benefits and pension plans, wage increases, and better working conditions.
MGEU, the group that represents Prairie Mountain Health, says that right now, they're conducting a strike vote, which concludes on August 31st, to determine which way they will go in favour of a strike or not.
More bargaining dates are set to take place this fall.
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Manitoba RCMP is looking for 22-year-old Tyrell Arvin Bignell. He is wanted by the Gillam RCMP for Assault, Mischief under $5000 and for Failing to Appear in court.
Bignell is described as 6’0”, 175 lbs, with black hair and brown eyes.
His current whereabouts are unknown, but the RCMP warns that he may be in the City of Brandon.
If you’ve seen him or know where he may be, please call the Gillam RCMP at 204-652-2436. Tips or info can be directed to Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477, or secure a tip online.
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The Special Investigations Unit of Manitoba Finance seized almost 10,000 contraband cigarettes and 32,000 grams of shisha following tobacco compliance inspections throughout Winnipeg.
15 stores were inspected, resulting in charges against seven establishments and eight individuals, and the seizure of 9,898 cigarettes and 32,000 g of shisha, an illegal flavoured water pipe tobacco.
Locations charged:
• Fiori’s, 533 Selkirk Avenue
• T&A Convenience Store, 520 Sargent Avenue
• ROSS Convenience, 4-164 Isabel Street
• Cornerstone, 74 Isabel Street
• Strikers Deli, 832 Burrows Avenue
• Ellice Deli, 521 Ellice Avenue
• Save Money Spend Less, 348 Hargrave Street
There were multiple illegal brands seized, which are considered illegal anywhere in Canada and are ineligible for a tobacco tax stamp. Some of the accused may also face charges under the Criminal Code of Canada.
If convicted for a first-time offence under the provincial tax acts, individuals face fines between $1,000 and $10,000 and/or up to six months imprisonment.
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Another candidate has joined the race for the Manitoba Progressive Conservative leadership.
The leadership contest has become a two-woman race, as former MP Shelly Glover says she'll run against Heather Stefanson to succeed Brian Pallister as leader of the party and Premier.
The former Winnipeg police officer said leadership contests are supposed to be a time for parties to attract new members and create excitement and renewal as they prepare for the next election.
Priorities for Glover include creating a provincial seniors advocate and scrapping the government's widely criticized education reform bill.
Glover and Stefanson are the only two people running for leadership of the party.
More than two dozen members of the PC caucus have already declared their support for Stefanson, giving her an early advantage in the competition.
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Infrastructure Minister Ron Schuler announced Wednesday that the provincial government is asking for public feedback on the testing of automated vehicles on Manitoba roads through an EngageMB survey.
Schuler spoke about the announcement,
“Our government introduced legislation last year that would allow for testing of automated vehicles on provincial roads, and we are honouring our commitment to bring forward legislative amendments that would create the framework to allow for the safe testing of these vehicles. Enabling developers to test emerging vehicle technologies will support Manitoba’s economy and technology development sectors to advance opportunities for Manitoba-based businesses.”
The Vehicle Technology Testing Act, which received royal assent on May 20th, allows the government to develop regulations for testing vehicle technology and vehicle types such as automated or driverless vehicles on Manitoba roads.
This will help prepare Manitoba’s transportation system for future deployment of automated vehicles in the next 10 to 20 years, bringing new economic opportunities to the province and paving the way for cleaner, more efficient vehicles to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Manitoba’s transportation sector.
Trial organizations will need to demonstrate that they meet a range of conditions to secure a testing permit, including but not limited to safety requirements and operating conditions, including speed limits, time of day, road location, weather and traffic conditions.
Permit holders will also be responsible for carrying liability insurance policies that will respond to any injury, loss, or damage caused by testing vehicles – ensuring that Manitoba Public Insurance ratepayers and all Manitobans are protected from any financial risks posed this technology on Manitoba roads, the minister noted.
Feedback will be accepted until Sept. 14th.
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The province is reopening its in-person Manitoba Student Aid services, and providing help for students who have been affected by wildfires.
Manitoba Student Aid will reopen its in-person services on an appointment basis, beginning September 7th.
Advanced Education, Skills, and Immigration Minister Wayne Ewasko says that online and phone options, will also better serve the needs of its clients.
“Manitoba Student Aid provides valuable services and supports to students, and last year responded to 66,073 inquiries through phone, email and online.”
Information on Manitoba Student Aid, and its in-person services on an appointment basis, can be found online.
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Recent rains have allowed the Manitoba Wildfire Service to remove the last of the fire and travel restrictions that had been in place in Area 4.
This is the large area east of Lake Winnipeg to the Ontario border.
Manitobans are reminded there are still some areas where the risk of wildfire may still exist even after the rain, therefore caution is required.
Provincial burning permits will once again be available through the local or regional Manitoba Conservation and Climate offices. The issue of any burning permit remains at the discretion of the issuing officer and may require a site examination prior to issue.
All provincial park trails are open and campfires are permitted in approved pits only.
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