Steve Lambert

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Chief Peguis statue on Manitoba legislative grounds delayed by a year for 2nd time

The structure, originally planned for 2024 then pushed back one year, is now expected to be completed in the latter part of 2026.

Manitobans concerned over health care, crime and immigration: poll

The number of Manitobans concerned about crime and public safety has risen steadily, an opinion poll done for the Manitoba government suggests.

Brandon sword attack 1st responders awarded Order of the Buffalo Hunt

First responders in the western Manitoba city of Brandon are being recognized by the province for their actions after a sword attack in a high school.

Manitoba's governing New Democrats name real estate agent as candidate for upcoming Spruce Woods byelection

Manitoba's governing New Democrats have nominated a candidate for an upcoming byelection in the Spruce Woods constituency.

Most Manitobans OK with Manitoba Hydro rate hike to maintain reliability, survey suggests

Some Manitobans appear willing to pay higher electricity rates and shift their energy use to nighttime, an opinion poll commissioned by Crown-owned Manitoba Hydro suggests.

Manitoba cabinet minister cleared of insider trading allegation after ethics review

Manitoba's ethics commissioner investigated allegations of insider training against Mike Moroz and says the NDP cabinet minister did not do anything against conflict of interest rules.

Putting on Winnipeg Jets jersey like 'getting drafted again,' says hometown hero Jonathan Toews

Three-time Stanley Cup champion Jonathan Toews, who last played an NHL game more than two years ago, was introduced Friday as the newest member of his hometown Winnipeg Jets, donning a jersey with his signature No. 19 at a team press conference.

Manitoba's recent tax changes pay for affordability measures, credit rating agency says

The Manitoba government is expected to use more "revenue levers" similar to its recent income and property tax changes as part of its plan to reduce the deficit, a credit-rating agency report says.

New CancerCare Manitoba building could cost up to $1 billion: Kinew

The Manitoba government says construction on a long-promised centre for cancer research and treatment will get underway next year.

Manitoba politicians reach deal to speed passage of free trade bill through legislature

Manitoba politicians reached a deal to speed passage of a free trade bill Monday, hours before the legislature was to break for the summer. More than 30 other bills were also set to be approved on the last day of the spring sitting.