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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau visited Rideau Hall this morning to meet with Governor General Mary Simon, to ask her to dissolve the 43rd Parliament.
This has triggered an early federal election.
Election day is on Monday, September 20th, meaning the campaign is only 36 days, the minimum campaign length permitted by law.
The Liberals currently hold a minority government, with 155 seats in the House of Commons. The Liberals need 15 more seats to obtain a majority government.
Both Conservative Leader Erin O’Toole and NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh have spoken out against a snap election during the pandemic.
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As part of Budget 2021, the Government of Canada is investing $200 million over four years in Indigenous infrastructure to address critical infrastructure gaps and improve economic, social and health outcomes in their communities.
The recipients are the five Métis Governing Members comprising the Métis National Council: Métis Nation of Ontario, Manitoba Metis Federation, Métis Nation-Saskatchewan, Métis Nation of Alberta, and Métis Nation British Columbia.
Manitoba Metis Federation President, David Chartrand says this is a substantial and critical investment for the Red River Métis.
“With this funding we will be better equipped to provide our Citizens with quality culturally appropriate venues to come together and celebrate our history as well as places to receive physical and mental health supports, depending on the identified needs of our Citizens.”
The federal government says the COVID-19 pandemic has emphasized the need for infrastructure developments in northern and remote communities.
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- Gilbert Plains Mun. incl. Ashville
- Grandview Mun. incl. Valley River Res.
- Mossey River Mun. incl. Winnipegosis and Fork River
- Mun. of Ethelbert incl. Garland
- Mun. of Roblin, incl. Makaroff Shortdale and Bield
- Mun. of Russell-Binscarth incl. Gambler Res.
- R.M. of Dauphin incl. Sifton and Valley River
- R.M. of Lakeshore, incl. Ochre River and Makinak
- R.M. of Lakeshore, incl. Rorketon and Toutes Aides
- R.M. of Riding Mountain West incl. Asessippi Prov. Park
The hot weather will continue into early next week, with cooler temperatures expected by midweek across much of the province.
Some helpful tips for dealing with the heat according to Environment Canada:
-Stay out of direct sunlight, wear loose-fitting, light-coloured clothing.
-Drink plenty of water before you feel thirsty and stay in a cool place. If you must go out, take water with you.
-Keep your house cool. Block the sun out by closing curtains, blinds, and awnings during the day
-Never leave people or pets in a parked vehicle.
-Check on family, friends and neighbours. Check regularly on people living alone, especially older individuals or people with health conditions.
-Watch for the effects of heat illness: swelling, rash, cramps, fainting, and the worsening of some health conditions.
- Watch for signs of heatstroke (which may begin with headache, hot skin, dizziness or confusion) and take action immediately.
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Yesterday evening the community of Grandview unveiled a sign honouring their own Ryan Pulock, who plays for the New York Islanders.
Community members and dignitaries gave speeches about Ryan.
He also received traditional and ceremonial gifts from Chief of Tootinaowaziibeeng, Barry McKay.
Ryan says this sign is a huge honour to him and his family.
“Growing up here in the community, and my parents and grandparents living here all of their lives, it’s really special to be honoured in this way.”
Ryan played for the Brandon Wheat Kings from 2010 to 2014, and was a two-time Western Hockey League First Team All-Star.
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There were no major injuries after a collision that took place Friday afternoon in Dauphin.
The collision occurred on 1st avenue southeast and Mountain Road around 3:40 p.m.
Officials have told CKDM that the scene has been cleared for traffic to resume.
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The projects will rehabilitate essential water and wastewater infrastructure and raise, rehabilitate, and replace dikes and dams to community needs, making these Manitoba communities even more resilient.
Brandon’s water treatment facility will be upgraded as a part of this funding. $115 million for this project is jointly funded by the Government of Canada, the government of Manitoba and the City of Brandon.
The project includes adding a membrane treatment facility to help Brandon meet water quality requirements and increase capacity.
These upgrades will ensure the residents of Brandon have continued access to safe and reliable drinking water for decades to come.
Reg Helwer, Minister of Central Services, spoke of the support Brandon is receiving.
“Funding for the Brandon water treatment facility upgrade and expansion will improve wastewater management so the region can continue to grow knowing that its facilities have increased treatment capacity, will meet and exceed water quality requirements, and will provide a cleaner environment to the area’s growing population. Our government is proud to support this important project.”
Through the Investing in Canada infrastructure plan, the Government of Canada is funding more than $180 billion over 12 years in public transit projects, green infrastructure, social infrastructure, trade, transportation routes, and Canada’s rural and northern communities.
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RCMP received a report of damage to a golf green at the Russell Golf Course on Thursday at around 3:45 p.m.
RCMP say the initial investigation has determined a vehicle drove onto the course and damaged the green.
It appears the vehicle involved is a rear-wheel-drive vehicle.
Anyone with information is asked to call Russell RCMP at 204-773-3051.
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The province and St. Amant are going to work together to provide an enhanced respite care option to children with disabilities, as part of a new pilot project.
The two-year pilot includes the creation of two overnight respite homes – a four-bed home in Winnipeg and a three-bed home in Brandon.
Families Minister Rochelle Squires made the announcement today.
“Respite care is one of the most requested services by families that are raising children with disabilities. While services are available, we know that more needs to be done to support those families who face additional challenges when raising their children.”
The minister adds that out-of-home overnight respite and family supports enhance the range of services outside of the child welfare system by offering families:
- a holistic and family-centred approach to services that meet the needs of children and their families at the earliest opportunity, and help children and their siblings, parents and extended families build confidence to successfully care for children at their homes
- services that support the right of children to life-long connections to their families, communities and cultures, and acknowledge the best way for children to achieve positive life-long outcomes is to be raised within their families, communities and cultures
- the ability of children to enter respite care at any time of the day to ensure the least disruption for their families
Squires says a minimum of $3 million is being committed to this pilot.
“We want to ensure that families have access to services that meet their needs, including innovative respite options, that are supported by trained and experienced workers.”
The minister notes that with this initiative, the Manitoba government is adhering to a key recommendation in a report from the Manitoba Advocate for Children and Youth.
The pilot will be evaluated at the end of the two years.
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Canada is making COVID-19 vaccinations mandatory for all workers in federal service by this fall.
Transport Minister Omar Alghabra announced today that the federal government will soon require that all public servants be vaccinated — a mandate that he said will also be implemented by Crown corporations and other federally regulated businesses in the coming weeks.
Alghabra also said that starting soon, all commercial air travellers and passengers on interprovincial trains and large marine vessels with overnight accommodations (such as cruise ships) will have to be vaccinated. He added accommodations will be made for those few who are unable to be vaccinated.
While Canada's vaccination rate is among the highest in the world, Alghabra said the country must do better.
Alghabra added that the implementation will take place no later than October.
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On August 9th, at approximately 2:50 p.m., Ste Rose du Lac RCMP received a report of an armed robbery at a business on Highway 50 in the RM of Alonsa.
RCMP say that three males wearing masks pulled up to the business, got out with firearms, and pointed them at the employees. They then stole an undisclosed amount of money and cigarettes. They left in the same vehicle. None of the employees were physically injured.
Amaranth and Neepawa RCMP, and Manitoba First Nations Police Service, were notified of the suspect vehicle, which was found in Sandy Bay.
MFNP then conducted a traffic stop on a van in the community. One of the suspects from the robbery was visible in the van, as was a firearm.
All four occupants of the vehicle were arrested, three males and a female driver. The female has since been released without charge.
31-year-old Francis Beaulieu, 26-year-old Anton Levasseur, and 29-year-old Victor Lavasseur, all from Sandy Bay, remain in custody on charges of Robbery with a Firearm and various firearms offences.
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The government of Manitoba is providing over $241 thousand from the proceeds of crime to the Brandon Police Service, Cornwallis Police Service, and Rivers Police Service.
Justice Minister Cameron Friesen says the funding will go towards safety and crime prevention initiatives.
“One award of over $15,000 is being directed to the purchase of electronic equipment for the Online Child Exploitation Unit for the Brandon Police Service, where officers work to investigate cases of children being sexually exploited online. Another award will be used for emergent trauma kits that will allow officers to effectively intervene and provide emergency treatment on scene.”
The minister noted that Brandon Police Service is receiving more than $215 thousand through the Criminal Property Forfeiture program for safety and crime prevention programs including:
- $17,422 for equipment for immediate emergent trauma kits
- $10,791 for equipment for trauma care kits
- $15,483 for software and hardware for the Online Child Exploitation Unit
- $4,483 for cameras for the Forensic Identification Unit
- $82,500 for mobile workstations
- $50,000 for in-car camera systems
- $24,500 for a digital fingerprinting system
Brandon Police Service, Deputy Chief Randy Lewis says once again the service was fortunate enough to receive funding from the Manitoba Justice Criminal Property Fund.
“These funds have allowed us to purchase much-needed medical equipment for our officers to carry on their person and in their vehicles, which will allow for timely first aid to be provided to fellow officers or members of the public.”
More information about criminal property forfeiture can be found here.
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