Emergency Crews Respond To Collision In Dauphin

Emergency crews were on scene of a two-vehichle collision in Dauphin.

On Wednesday, May 12th, RCMP, EMS, and Fire Crews responded to a report of an incident on Main Street and 7th avenue NW in the city.

Main street between 6^th and 7^th avenue was blocked off for a short period, but all roadways have re-opened to regular traffic.

No injuries have been reported.

Details: Contributed by Tess Kovach; Published: May 12, 2021 - 6:01 pm

The Gilbert Plains – Grandview Ag Society have announced that they’re going to postpone this year’s Annual Fair and Rodeo due to COVID-19.

The fair and rodeo was set to take place in July.

Ag Society President, Kevin Boese says it was a very hard decision to make.

“Due to the circumstances we just are unable to pull everything together in this short amount of time. Even if things would open up unfortunately we kind of ran out of time, so we had to make the hard call and postpone it once again.”

The Ag Society is still hoping to host a parade this year, and will make that decision on June 10^th.

Boese wants to thank the Ag Society’s sponsors and volunteers for their support.

“It takes a lot of volunteers to get something like this going. It’s probably more disappointing for the volunteers and the people who put it on than for anyone else.”

Boese hopes next year they can have their best fair and rodeo yet.

Details: Contributed by Trillian Reynoldson; Published: May 12, 2021 - 4:28 pm

Riding Mountain National Park staff is advising that areas in the park will be closed while staff conduct prescribed burns.

The areas affected include Compound East Trail, Arrowhead Trail, Lake Katherine, Katherine Road, and day-use areas, and Loon Island Trail.

Photo Courtesy: Riding Mountain National Park Facebook Page

Park staff ask that you avoid the area during these prescribed fires.

Violators may be charged under the National Parks Regulations: maximum fine of $5000.

Details: Contributed by Tess Kovach; Published: May 12, 2021 - 1:07 pm

The province has lowered the age eligibility for the Moderna and Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines to all Manitobans aged 18 and older.

First doses of the AstraZeneca/Covisheild will continue to be administered, but only to people who might not otherwise be immunized at other sites. Most doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine will now be held for second-dose immunizations only, so people who have received their first dose of this vaccine will be able to receive their second dose within the recommended time frame.

The province says people will be able to begin booking second-dose appointments for all COVID-19 vaccines on May 22.

Medical clinics and pharmacies will contact people who received their AstraZeneca/Covishield vaccine at these locations to book second doses, which are likely to begin in June.

There are currently supersites in Dauphin, Steinbach, Gimli, Winnipeg, Brandon, Thompson, Selkirk, and Morden.

Vaccine pop-up clinics are being held in Swan River, Neepawa, Shoal Lake, and Russell next week. You can find a full schedule for those clinics here.

Appointments can be made at a vaccine supersite or pop-up clinic in the province by calling 1-844-626-8222.

To date, 591,497 doses of vaccine have been administered in Manitoba.

Details: Contributed by Tess Kovach; Published: May 12, 2021 - 12:21 pm

A woman from Dauphin has died after a medical incident in Amaranth yesterday.

On Tuesday, May 11th around 4:55 p.m. Amaranth RCMP were called to a parking lot in the town regarding a 45-year-old woman from Dauphin, who was in medical distress.

EMS arrived on the scene and dealt with the woman who was later pronounced dead on scene.

RCMP say no collision took place as the woman drove from Dauphin to Amaranth with her friend.

They stopped in Amaranth and called 911, as it appeared the 45-year-old had stopped breathing.

RCMP say there is no criminality involved.

Details: Contributed by Trillian Reynoldson; Published: May 12, 2021 - 9:58 am

Today is Manitoba Day!

The province of Manitoba was created by The Manitoba Act, which received royal assent on May 12, 1870. On this day in 1966, Manitoba's official flag was dedicated and raised for the first time.

May 12 officially became Manitoba Day in 1968 when the Government of Manitoba recognized the importance of this day.

The Government of Manitoba websites explains how Manitoba was named:

"The name Manitoba originated in the languages of the Aboriginal people who lived on the Prairies and travelled the waters of Lake Manitoba... From Aboriginal name and legend to official title of the province, the evolution of the name Manitoba mirrors the history of the region. At the Lake Manitoba Narrows a strong wind can send waves washing against the limestone rocks of an offshore island. The unique sound from the waves is said to be the Manitou, or Great Spirit (in Ojibway, “Manito-bau”). The legend survives in the Province’s name – Manitoba."

A plaque commemorating its origin is located on the east side of the Lake Manitoba Narrows.

May 12, 2020, marked the 150th anniversary of Manitoba's founding; accordingly, commemorative events, activities, projects, initiatives, and so on were planned to take place throughout 2020 under the banner of Manitoba 150

Details: Contributed by Darnell Duff; Published: May 12, 2021 - 7:56 am

The Manitoba Government alongside the Vaccine Task Force provided five pharmacies in Manitoba with 100 shots of the Moderna vaccine and the Dauphin Clinic Pharmacy made the list.

They received the shipment of the Moderna vaccine late last week and they wrapped up administering them earlier this week.

Barret Procyshyn says they were pleased to offer the public the Moderna shot and be a part of the five pharmacies that we're able to do so.

"We had a lot of positive feedback from our customers that were coming in to get the vaccine," said Procyshyn. "They couldn't believe how quick and easy it would be. We believe that the pharmacy is a great place to receive your vaccine."

Barret says everyone at DCP is committed to helping in the vaccination push. As of Tuesday afternoon, 45.4% of Manitobans aged 18 and older had received their first dose.

On top of the 100 Moderna shots, the Dauphin Clinic Pharmacy has also administered more than 400 shots of the Astra Zeneca vaccine.

At this point, DCP is waiting for more supply. In the meantime, you can put your name on a waiting list and once they have doses in stock, you will be contacted.

Do keep in mind, this is a pharmacy-only waiting list. A supersite opened earlier this week in Dauphin and you can book an appointment by calling 1-844-626-8222.

Vaccine eligibility currently includes Manitobans aged 24 and older, Indigenous people aged 18 and older, and pregnant women who are 18 and older.

"We encourage everyone to get a vaccine as soon as they can," ended Procyshyn

Details: Contributed by Darnell Duff; Published: May 12, 2021 - 5:00 am

The Dauphin and District Chamber of Commerce held their annual State of the City Address this afternoon.

Executive Director of the Dauphin and District Chamber of Commerce, Stephen Chychota, says the event featured presentations from President and CEO of the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce Chuck Davidson, and Dauphin Mayor Al Dowhan.

“In Al’s presentation, he went through what the city’s been doing for the last little while and what they propose to be doing going forward. He showed some stats on their spending, and the forecast, went into the strategic plan, their climate certification, and the EV charger they recently installed.”

Chychota is looking forward to next month, when they’re holding another virtual address.

“June 8^th is our State of the District, something similar to what we did with the cities platform but trying to give the whole region a platform to give a couple highlights from everybody’s perspective. On that we’re going to hear from municipal leaders from across the Parkland, also some partnering organizations with the chamber and other organizations of influence.”

You can watch the full address on the Chamber’s Facebook page.

Details: Contributed by Tess Kovach; Published: May 11, 2021 - 3:14 pm

The province is introducing changes to the Employment Standards Code that would allow workers to take a three-hour paid leave to get their COVID-19 vaccinations.

Finance Minister Scott Fielding wants to encourage all Manitobans to get their COVID-19 vaccine as soon as they are eligible.

“Our government is removing barriers so Manitobans can confidently book a COVID-19 vaccination during work hours without fear of losing out on their regular wages.”

The proposed amendments would make it mandatory for employers to let employees have up to three hours of paid leave each time they require a dose of vaccine. The wage rate would be fixed at an employee’s regular wage rate.

The province says employees who need more time to travel to vaccination appointments, or who suffer from vaccine side effects would be allowed to take a longer unpaid leave.

Details: Contributed by Trillian Reynoldson; Published: May 11, 2021 - 2:25 pm

The eligibility to be immunized at a supersite or pop-up clinic has been expanded to include Manitobans aged 24 and older, and indigenous people aged 18 and older.

Eligibility also includes people aged 18 and older who are pregnant, are a client of Community Living disABILITY Services, or work in any healthcare setting including outpatient settings.

Eligibility for the AstraZeneca/Covishield vaccine includes individuals aged 40 or older and people aged 30 to 39 with priority health conditions.

View the full list of eligible Manitobans here.

To date, 576,024 doses of vaccine have been administered in Manitoba.