Latest from Josh Crabb
Point Douglas Residents Committee wants more consultation on proposed supervised consumption site
A residents' committee in Point Douglas is raising concern over the consultation process surrounding on the proposed location for a supervised consumption site, saying they're worried not all Point Douglas residents will have a say on whether the site’s going to be located in the area.
Upcoming gaps in ER coverage worry residents in Roblin, Man.
When the only remaing doctor in Roblin, Man., takes time off in a few weeks, ER services will likely have to be suspended temporarily. The local health region says it’s working to address gaps in coverage, but people in the western Manitoba town want longer-term solutions.
Review into amputation underway after patient says wrong leg removed at Grace Hospital
A 48-year-old man in Winnipeg who says his right leg was to be amputated due to an infection came out of the medical procedure to find out his left leg was amputated instead. Jason Kennedy knew he may eventually lose both legs to the infection but he still has questions about what happened.
Poplar River First Nation still dreams of all-season road, and the political will to make it happen
The fly-in community of Poplar River First Nation has been pushing for an all-season road to give people more options to get goods from southern Manitoba, but so far, the project hasn’t gone beyond the study phase.
'We all loved her': Poplar River First Nation grieves death of recently elected Chief Tanya Bittern
The newly elected chief of Poplar River First Nation is being remembered as an ardent supporter of the community who impacted many lives both on and off the reserve. Tanya Bittern is being remembered by her family as a woman who was admired and loved by many.
Lands guardian from Poplar River First Nation works to help protect World Heritage Site
A 23-year-old resident of Poplar River First Nation recently became the community’s lands guardian. Owen Bear is now tasked with protecting the land that’s known as Pimachiowin Aki, which was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2018.
Canada-India tensions weigh on members of Winnipeg's Sikh community
Diplomatic tensions between Canada and India have increased as police in Canada investigate what they allege is the involvement of agents of the Indian government in violence in Canada
Despite challenges, fishing on Lake Winnipeg 'just a way of life' for many in this northern First Nation
Commercial fishing is an important part of the economy for people in Poplar River First Nation, but fishers in the remote northeastern Manitoba community have had a challenging fall season.
Community garden in Poplar River First Nation sows seeds for more sustainable future
A community garden program in a remote First Nation in eastern Manitoba is helping sow the seeds of sustainability amid concerns over climate change and high food prices.
Artwork, writing by Poplar River First Nation students reflects on lingering effects of residential schools
Like other First Nations, people in Poplar River First Nation in Manitoba have been affected by the intergenerational trauma caused by the residential school system. In the lead-up to the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, students reflected on that legacy through writing and art.