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Travellers returning to Canada will now be required to isolate in designated hotels at their own expense while they await a negative COVID-19 test result.
Returning Canadians will have to get a COVID-19 test when arriving at the airport, and quarantine in designated hotel rooms for 3 days while they wait for the results.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says that’s expected to cost more than $2,000.
Anyone with a negative test result is then allowed to spend the rest of the mandatory isolation period at home, while those that test positive must immediately isolate in designated government facilities.
Starting next week, international flights will only be allowed to land at four airports – in Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, and Montreal.
In the coming weeks, non-essential travellers will also be required to show a negative COVID-19 test before entry at the land border with the United States.
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Today some new restrictions on interprovincial travel go into effect.
Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister announced earlier this week that anyone entering Manitoba from anywhere in Canada will be required to self-isolate for 14 days.
He says this decision is partly due to the risk of importing any new COVID-19 strains from other jurisdictions.
People living in border communities travelling to another province for essential reasons, like groceries, are exempt
But as of today, a 14-day self-isolation requirement is in effect for anyone entering Manitoba and fines can be issued for violating the order.
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The deadline to nominate businesses and individuals for the Dauphin Chamber Awards Night is approaching.
Stephen Chychota says they’re looking for anyone doing some amazing work.
“We’re looking for the best in the Parkland and we try to do this every year, we have a lot of fun with it, this is our chamber celebration event and we really like to showcase some amazing businesses and organizations out there, even some individuals too, that are going a little bit further than the regular day to day and helping out other businesses and community groups.”
This year’s awards night will be a little bit different, being online, likely through Zoom. The Dauphin and District Chamber of Commerce AGM will be mixed into the awards night as well, but Chychota says it’ll be a quick part of the program.
“We really just want to look after showcasing these businesses, organizations, and individuals that are doing some really great work and need that recognition.”
The awards being handed out are Business Person of the Year, Young Entrepreneur of the Year, Community Appreciation Individual, Community Appreciation Group, and Outstanding Business.
Nomination forms can be found on the chamber website. The deadline is next Friday, February 5th.
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Two people are facing charges after a drug bust on Pine Creek First Nation.
On Wednesday, January 27, at around 7:10 a.m. Winnipegosis RCMP and Police Dog Services executed a search warrant at a home in Pine Creek First Nation as part of an ongoing investigation.
Officers seized around 50 grams of cocaine, 528 grams of hash, 1,128 grams of cannabis clippings, 242 grams of cannabis, cash, and drug trafficking paraphernalia.
A 27-year-old man and a 34-year-old woman are facing charges including Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking, Possession of Trafficking Material, and Possession of Property Obtained by Crime.
Both have been released from custody and are scheduled to appear in court in March.
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Health officials announced 133 new cases of COVID-19 today and 8 more deaths.
One of today’s deaths is from the Interlake Health region, one is from the Southern Health region, and the remaining 6 deaths are from Winnipeg.
Today’s new COVID-19 cases are in the following health regions:
• 17 cases in Interlake-Eastern health region
• 61 cases in the Northern health region
• 19 cases in the Prairie Mountain Health region
• seven cases in the Southern Health-Santé Sud health region and
• 29 cases in the Winnipeg health region
There have been a total of 29,128 cases province-wide.
The current five-day COVID-19 test positivity rate is 8.7 percent provincially and 5.4 percent in Winnipeg.
There are 3,456 active cases of COVID-19 in Manitoba and 24,851 recoveries.
There are 124 people in hospital with active COVID-19 as well as 153 people who are no longer infectious but continue to require care, for a total of 277 hospitalizations.
There are 25 people in intensive care units with active COVID-19 and 12 people who are no longer infectious but continue to require critical care, for a total of 37 ICU patients.
The total number of deaths due to COVID-19 is 821.
According to the province’s data, there are active cases in the following Parkland health districts: Dauphin (3), Riding Mountain (4), Porcupine Mountain (54), Duck Mountain (3), Asessippi (15), Little Saskatchewan (6), Whitemud (1), and Agassiz Mountain (21). Brandon has 37 active cases (down from 51).
In the Interlake, the Eriksdale/Ashern health district has 72 active cases, while Fisher/Peguis also has 69.
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RCMP are searching for a Swan River man connected to a fatal vehicle rollover near Cranberry Portage.
Back on August 9th, RCMP responded to a vehicle rollover on Sherridon Road, about nine kilometres from the intersection of Highway 10.
A vehicle with 4 occupants lost control, went into the ditch, and rolled. The occupants – two 33-year-old men, a 15-year-old girl, and the 32-year-old driver—were taken to hospital.
Alcohol was believed to be a factor, and officers began an impaired investigation.
On August 14, RCMP were notified that one of the 33-year-old male passengers had succumbed to his injuries in hospital.
RCMP are asking the public’s assistance in locating the driver, 32-year-old Jesse Aaron Campbell. He is described as 6’0”, 185 lbs., with black hair and brown eyes. RCMP say he may be in Swan River or Winnipeg.
Police ask that if you have any information on his whereabouts to call 204-472-4040, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477, or secure tip online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com.
Campbell is facing the following charges:
- Operation of a Conveyance While Impaired Causing Death
- Operation of a Conveyance with a Blood Alcohol Concentration Equal to or Over 80mg% Causing Death
- Operation of a Conveyance While Impaired Causing Bodily Harm x2
- Operation of a Conveyance with a Blood Alcohol Concentration Equal to or Over 80mg% Causing Bodily Harm x2
- Operation of a Conveyance while Impaired
- Operation of a Conveyance with a Blood Alcohol Concentration Equal to or Over 80mg%
- Operation of a Conveyance While Prohibited
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It’s Bell Let’s Talk Day — an opportunity for Canadians to join the global conversation about mental health.
Statistics show more than 60% of Canadians struggle with a mental illness, and 40% of Canadians say their health has worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Every text, phone call, and social media post using #BellLetsTalk will work out to a five cent donation to Canadian mental health programs.
“I think Bell Let’s Talk Day is very important, not only about raising the awareness but engaging in those very meaningful and helpful conversations,” says Sean Miller, Executive Director of Peer Connections Manitoba.
The executive director of Peer Connections — who himself struggled with schizophrenia and depression for 15 years before making a full clinical & personal recovery — explains his recovery wasn’t done in isolation, adding “I had to get the right people around me.”
“It’s about communication. It’s about talking about it and really helping people with beneficial information. One piece of information can dramatically change a person’s trajectory or outcome,” said Miller.
Miller says the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) website also has excellent resources for mental health support in the Parkland.
Peer Support at the Dauphin Regional Health Centre is only offered to individuals and families experiencing mental health and addictions emergencies. If individuals and family members visiting the ED would like to speak with a peer support/family support worker they need to specifically ask for peer/family support.
One-on-one support is also offered through Peer Connection Manitoba. Eleanor Snitka is a community peer support, who can be contacted at 431-345-0353, or at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
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On Wednesday the province released a four-stage immunization plan for COVID-19 vaccinations in Manitoba.
The plan outlines priority groups based on age, with varying timelines for immunization dependant on the supply of vaccines.
Officials say older Manitobans could become eligible for vaccinations by March, starting with those older than 95 and moving down in one year increments.
Dr. Joss Reimer says this prioritization of population groups “reflects what we know about COVID-19, including who is at greatest risk of serious illness and who is most likely to be exposed to the virus.”
In a situation where the supply of vaccines to Manitoba is high, younger Manitobans aged 18 to 29 could start getting vaccinated by the end of August, according to health officials on Wednesday.
At this time, COVID-19 vaccines are only being given to front-line health-care workers providing direct patient care, personal care home residents and staff, and high risk individuals living in First Nations communities.
As of Wednesday morning, a total of 55,650 doses of vaccine has been delivered to Manitoba (40,950 doses of Pfizer vaccine, 14,700 doses of the Moderna vaccine).
A vaccine delivery is not expected this week, due to delays in the federally-sourced vaccine supply from Pfizer-BioNTech. No new information has been provided to Manitoba about the shipments of the Pfizer vaccine during the week of Feb. 8 or in later weeks.
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Public health officials announced 95 new cases of COVID-19 and 4 more deaths today.
Two of today’s deaths are in Winnipeg, and the other two are from the Southern Health region. There have been a total of 813 deaths due to COVID-19 in Manitoba.
Manitoba has had a total of 28,996 cases since the start of the pandemic.
Today’s new COVID-19 cases are in the following health regions:
• two cases in Interlake–Eastern health region
• 43 cases in the Northern health region
• three cases in the Prairie Mountain Health region
• three cases in the Southern Health–Santé Sud health region and
• 44 cases in the Winnipeg health region
The current five-day COVID-19 test positivity rate is 9.6 percent provincially and 6.1 percent in Winnipeg
There are 3,456 active cases of COVID-19 in the province and 24,727 recoveries.
There are 127 people in hospital with active COVID-19 and 154 people in hospital who are no longer infectious but continue to require care, for a total of 281 hospitalizations.
There are 24 people in intensive care units with active COVID-19 and 12 who are no longer infectious but continue to require critical care, for a total of 36 ICU patients.
According to the province’s data, there are active cases in the following Parkland health districts: Dauphin (3), Riding Mountain (3), Porcupine Mountain (49), Duck Mountain (4), Asessippi (15), Little Saskatchewan (6), Whitemud (1), and Agassiz Mountain (24). Brandon has 51 active cases.
In the Interlake, the Eriksdale/Ashern health district has 71 active cases, while Fisher/Peguis also has 69.
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The second phase of consultations for a new income support program for people with severe and prolonged disabilities has been launched by the province.
Families Minister Rochelle Squires made the announcement today saying the government is committed to supporting Manitobans with disabilities.
“This second consultation phase is an opportunity to provide additional feedback that will help us develop the program to improve the quality of life for individuals with severe and prolonged disabilities.”
The first virtual focus group consultations are scheduled for February 2nd and 4th. During the first phase of consultations early last year, hundreds of Manitobans shared their views online and in-person on the design of the new program.
This round will focus on ways to develop key components of the new disability income support program particularly accessible and informed service navigation options.
Right now, Manitobans with disabilities who require income support are eligible for Employment and Income Assistance (EIA), whereas several other provinces offer separate programs tailored to the unique needs of that population.
To take the survey or sign up for a virtual engagement session, click here.
The deadline for completing the online survey is Feb. 26.
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RCMP have arrested a man from Sandy Bay First Nation after he threatened to kill several people at a home in Portage la Prairie.
On Monday, Jan. 25, officers received a complaint that a man was threatening to kill people and was armed with a conducted energy weapon at a home on 21st Street NW.
Police learned that an argument had broken out at the home while four people were inside when a 40-year-old man began to utter threats and brought out the weapon. The man left the home without injuring anyone.
RCMP seized a conducted energy weapon from the home on 21st Street NW in Portage la Prairie
Officers arrested 40-year-old Bradley Roulette from Sandy Bay First Nation and seized the conducted energy weapon. Roulette, also known as Spike, is facing charges including uttering threats, possession of a prohibited weapon, possession of a weapon contrary to order, and failing to comply with probation.
He remains in custody
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