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The Dauphin Correctional Centre Coalition Group has now finished their meeting with Justice Minister Cliff Cullen, and the result is not what they’d hoped for.
CKDM reporter Isaac Wihak spoke with DCCC group co-founder Larry Budzinski immediately after the meeting in Winnipeg.
“Well it was cordial, but I would say it is frustrating from our point of view. We asked the direct question of the ministers if they would put this on hold and stop the closure until we can plan something together. The answer seemed to be, unequivocally, no.”
Budzinski thanked the people of Dauphin and the Parkland region, and urged them to continue writing the minister and premier.
“I guess what I’ve learned is that elected representatives are not necessarily listening the people if our area and our region. Everyone thinks this is a terrible decision."
Justice Minister Cliff Cullen says the jail is too old, and no longer meets facility standards.
“We’re committed to this decision. Obviously it was a difficult decision to make, but we believe it’s the right decision. Obviously it will impact individuals; that’s why we are working with employees and will continue to do so as we work through this process.”
Today the Manitoba government announced details about it’s new transition committee to work with staff and families affected by the closure of the Dauphin Correction Centre.
The Justice Minister says the goal is to help answer questions, identify resources and connect employees and their families with their next employment opportunity.
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“Export demand has been actually reasonably strong. Now, we had a poor quality crop in Western Canada this year; that’s combined with some logistics issues creating an impact on our actual export levels. Still the wheat market globally remains fairly strong for demand.”
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The Dauphin Correctional Centre Coalition Group has entered the meeting with Justice Minister Cliff Cullen.
The group hopes to have a good meeting with Minister Cullen.
Before heading into the meeting Isaac Wihak spoke with group co-founder, Larry Budzinski, to get his expectations.
"We're here to say that, as we've always said, there's no need for the closure, we're asking him to consider putting a halt on this thing until we can build something with the community." He adds, "We are here to offer our advice and tell the minister that the region is solidly behind our idea and hopefully he has the time and interest to listen to us."
Stay tuned to 730 CKDM and 730ckdm.com for reaction following the meeting.
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Premier Brian Pallister is set to introduce a carbon tax. The Manitoba Progressive Conservative government will enforce a $25-per-tonne tax, beginning on July 1.
The provincial sales tax is also set to be reduced by one point to six per cent.
In 2017, Pallister was set to introduce a $25-per-tonne levy; however, it was withdrawn when the federal government said it wasn't high enough. The federal government then imposed its own tax on Manitoba and that is set to rise to $50 per tonne by 2022.
Manitoba will challenge the federal tax in court; however, a hearing date has not been set.
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Last night the City and Rural Municipality of Dauphin recognized some of its greatest heroes at an annual appreciation dinner.
Fire Chief Cam Abrey says it’s a special night to honour our firefighters.
“We take the opportunity during the evening to recognize our current firefighters and our past firefighter with either years of service or retirement awards. Presented in front our families, our peers, and our elected officials.”
Among those honoured last night:
- Erin Deederly for 5 years service and Darren Killen for 15 years service.
- Donny Woitowicz (alumni) was presented with the Governor General’s Exemplary Service Medal for 20 years service split between Dauphin and Duck Bay Fire Departments.
- Alvin Bogoslowski and Richard Snyder were both presented with the Manitoba Association of Fire Chiefs Long Service Award for 35 years Service.
- Devon Pylypchuk was also presented with a challenge coin for completing the Fire Fighter Level II training in 2019.
- Sabrina Anderson and Mark Bass were presented with their badges and officially took the Fire Fighter’s oath of office.
- Ernest Karpiak and Al Gray were both recognized for their time with DFD and the Manitoba Fire Service and presented with retirement gifts acknowledging their years of service.
“Fire Service is truly a family. So having everybody gathered together to break bread and recognize achievements that have been made over years of service, is something all the firefighters look forward to each year.”
Coming up March 21st the department is planning to hold their annual boot drive for muscular dystrophy.
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A man is set to appear in court in Brandon after he tried to attack a police officer.
The man walked out of a business yesterday with a stolen whiskey bottle and he attempted to strike the officer. Luckily, the officer wasn't hurt and he was able to get the situation under control and arrest the man.
The 43-year-old is now facing charges of assaulting a peace officer, resisting arrest, theft, and possessing a weapon.
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The City of Dauphin is partnering up with businesses and residents to plant trees for Manitoba 150.
There are 13 different types of trees available including varieties of Maples, Birch, Aspen, and Cherry.
Says they are giving away 190 trees to be planted
“So rather than adding to parks and green spaces that we already have, we thought we’d give residents the opportunity to add to their private yard. Our goal had initially been to give away 150 trees, but once we did our budget and with the generous donation from the mayor it ultimately ended up being 190 trees for the community to plant.”
Mayor Allen Dowhan has donated $3000 to the project.
To get involved you can sign an application at www.dauphin.ca
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This Saturday you’ll have a chance to win big at the Slaughter Underwater Ice Fishing Tour.
CKDM’s Parkland Poet and James Blake will be on the ice with you for the 32nd Annual O-Chi-Chak-Ko-Sipi First Nation Ice Fishing Derby at Crane River.
Derby organizer Andrew Spence says it’s a great day for people in the community to get together and have some fun.
“We do catch a lot of perch in the area where we’re going to be fishing. They have catfish in this area too which are hot this time [of year]. So we’re hoping that we catch a lot of fish.”
Spence also told us what happens if, heaven forbid, nobody catches a fish:
“Prizes will be guaranteed. Even if there’s not a fish caught, we will do a draw for the prizes”.
Tickets are available in Dauphin at Parkland Sport and Marine, Sticky’s Bait and Tackle, Ste. Rose at Integra Tire, O-Chi-Chak-Ko-Sipi VLT in Crane River.
For more information, you can reach Andrew Spence at 204-732-2548.
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Justice Minister Cliff Cullen has released a statement on the Dauphin correctional centre.
He said that the decision to close the jail was not made lightly and that the priority of the department has been the employees and families.
He adds that he wants to commend the staff at DCC and across the correctional system for continuing to serve the province and the people in their custody.
He says that he is happy with the finalized agreement with the employees union to offer employment to all staff who wish to remain working for the Manitoba government.
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Well, it’s not good news if you have a child attending the new Maryland Park School in Brandon.
Construction on the new kindergarten to Grade 8 school stopped earlier this week when the general contractor, Fresh Properties, suddenly walked off the job.
Maryland Park is expected to welcome 450 students in September, but the disruption of work has some questioning if it'll be ready in time for the new school year.
Over the next few weeks, Brandon School Division will work with Manitoba Education and the Bonding company to hash out an updated construction schedule.
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The Dauphin Correctional Centre Coalition group will be meeting with Justice Minister Cliff Cullen today at noon at the Manitoba Legislature.
Susie Secord, Uwe Jansen, Sasha Golding, and Larry Budzinski will be representing the coalition group at the meeting.
Stay tuned to 730 CKDM and 730ckdm.com as CKDM’s Isaac Wihak will be providing live updates from the Legislative grounds in Winnipeg.
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