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About half of inmates at Winnipeg-area jail didn't get to vote in last Manitoba election, report suggests
A report from Manitoba's elections commissioner says roughly half of the inmates at a jail west of Winnipeg did not get the chance to vote in the last provincial election.
Premiers Kinew, Akeeagok ink deal to build hydro transmission line from Manitoba to Nunavut
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew and Nunavut Premier P.J. Akeeagok have signed a memorandum to work together on a proposed hydroelectric and fibre optic project and ask Ottawa for capital funding.
Manitoba PCs pause bills on booze, elections, housing and more until fall session
The Opposition Progressive Conservatives have exercised their right under legislature rules to hold back five bills for further debate beyond the summer break.
Savings from property tax changes could shrink as Manitoba school taxes rise
Recent increases in school taxes have put a dent in the Manitoba government's estimate of how many homeowners are better off under its new tax-credit system.
Manitoba government makes fixes to giant Canadian flag after adopting it from Blue Bombers
The large Canadian flag that was recently draped on the front of the Manitoba Legislature is being repaired for a second time and is being adopted by the provincial government.
Poilievre says he's open to idea of exporting oil from northern Manitoba
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre on Saturday became the first federal leader in this election to campaign in the Prairies, stopping in Winnipeg for a rally and an announcement as the campaign moved into its seventh day.
Manitoba government's spending targets too optimistic, Conservative critic says
The Manitoba government's plan to balance the budget in two years will require tighter spending restraint, something the Opposition Progressive Conservatives say is unrealistic.
Manitoba Tory leadership candidates talk crime, taxes and health care in last official square-off
The two candidates vying for the leadership of Manitoba's Progressive Conservative party squared off Wednesday night in a debate that touched on crime, health care, taxes and other issues.
Manitoba plans to introduce human rights protection for gender expression
The Manitoba government plans to expand the province's human rights code to cover gender expression, which it says will bring Manitoba in line with most other provinces.
Manitoba proposes new restrictions for motorists driving near snowplows, cyclists
The Manitoba government is looking to set new rules for motorists who drive near snowplows, tow trucks and cyclists.