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'Not Meant to Be': Manitoba Museum Reflects as Bay Charter Heads Elsewhere The Manitoba Museum might have one of the largest collections of Hudson’s Bay artifacts, but its CEO isn't bitter the defunct retailer's crown jewel isn’t destined for her institution.

'Not Meant to Be': Manitoba Museum Reflects as Bay Charter Heads Elsewhere www.chrisd.ca/2025/08/08/h...

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Winnipeg House Fire Sends Three People to Hospital Three people were sent to hospital early Friday after a fire broke out in a home in Winnipeg's Weston neighbourhood.

Winnipeg House Fire Sends Three People to Hospital www.chrisd.ca/2025/08/08/w...

08.08.2025 13:47 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Man Dies After Assault in Winnipeg's North End A 26-year-old man has died following a violent incident in Winnipeg’s North End on Tuesday evening, say police.

Man Dies After Assault in Winnipeg's North End www.chrisd.ca/2025/08/08/w...

08.08.2025 13:43 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Two Winnipeg Police Officers Charged in Misconduct Investigation Two Winnipeg police officers have been charged following an extensive misconduct investigation spanning 18 months.

Two Winnipeg Police Officers Charged in Misconduct Investigation www.chrisd.ca/2025/08/07/w...

07.08.2025 18:36 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 0
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Millennium Library Closes After Man's Death Winnipeg's Millennium Library was temporarily closed on Thursday following a man's sudden death the night before.

Millennium Library Closes After Man's Death www.chrisd.ca/2025/08/07/m...

07.08.2025 18:44 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Two Winnipeg Police Officers Charged in Misconduct Investigation Two Winnipeg police officers have been charged following an extensive misconduct investigation spanning 18 months.

Two Winnipeg Police Officers Charged in Misconduct Investigation www.chrisd.ca/2025/08/07/w...

07.08.2025 18:36 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 0
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NEW: Manitoba is extending the province-wide state of emergency until August 22 due to ongoing wildfires across Manitoba. (πŸ“·: CP/Mike Deal)

07.08.2025 18:27 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Winnipeg First in Canada to Launch 60-Foot Electric Buses Winnipeg is set to become the first Canadian city to roll out 60-foot battery-electric buses, with the first entering service next week.

Winnipeg First in Canada to Launch 60-Foot Electric Buses www.chrisd.ca/2025/08/07/w...

07.08.2025 18:13 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1
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Man Wanted After Armed Home Invasion and Child Abduction on Lake St. Martin First Nation Manitoba RCMP are searching for a suspect after a violent home invasion and abduction on Lake St. Martin First Nation on August 1.

Man Wanted After Armed Home Invasion and Child Abduction on Lake St. Martin First Nation www.chrisd.ca/2025/08/07/l...

07.08.2025 15:29 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

This would be welcome news for independent local news publishers -- especially those who don't qualify for Online News Act funding, but remain blocked by Meta. Having legitimate news back on Facebook instead of letting meme accounts steal it would be a win for society. #cdnpoli

06.08.2025 23:41 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Manitoba MΓ©tis Federation Turns Down Carney's Invitation to Talk Major Projects The Manitoba MΓ©tis Federation is turning down Prime Minister Mark Carney's invitation to discuss his government's controversial major projects legislation, saying it won't attend the meeting alongside...

UPDATED: Manitoba MΓ©tis Federation Turns Down Carney's Invitation to Talk Major Projects www.chrisd.ca/2025/08/06/m...

06.08.2025 23:35 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Suspect Arrested in Fake Jewellery Scam; Second Man Wanted for Distraction Theft Winnipeg police have arrested one man and are searching for another in connection with a series of fake jewellery scams.

Suspect Arrested in Fake Jewellery Scam; Second Man Wanted for Distraction Theft www.chrisd.ca/2025/08/06/w...

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Manitoba MΓ©tis Federation Turns Down Carney's Invitation to Talk Major Projects The Manitoba MΓ©tis Federation is turning down Prime Minister Mark Carney's invitation to discuss his government's controversial major projects legislation, saying it won't attend the meeting alongside...

Manitoba MΓ©tis Federation Turns Down Carney's Invitation to Talk Major Projects www.chrisd.ca/2025/08/06/m...

06.08.2025 16:12 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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CONTEST: Enter to Win Winnipeg Goldeyes Tickets Play ball! ChrisD.ca is proud to partner with the Winnipeg Goldeyes again this season by sending some lucky readers to Blue Cross Park.

CONTEST: Enter to Win Winnipeg Goldeyes Tickets www.chrisd.ca/2025/08/06/w...

06.08.2025 14:21 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Canad Inns Founder Leo Ledohowski Dies Leo Ledohowski, founder and chair of Canad Inns, has died, leaving behind a legacy as one of Manitoba’s most influential business and community leaders.

Canad Inns Founder Leo Ledohowski Dies www.chrisd.ca/2025/08/05/l...

05.08.2025 21:42 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Attack Wins 77th Manitoba Derby in Front of Record Crowd A packed crowd and record-setting wagering made for a thrilling night at Assiniboia Downs on Monday during the Manitoba Derby.

Attack Wins 77th Manitoba Derby in Front of Record Crowd www.chrisd.ca/2025/08/05/m...

05.08.2025 15:06 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Winnipeg Tattoo Convention Returns with Over 270 Artists The 7th annual Winnipeg Tattoo Convention kicks off Friday, featuring more than 270 local, North American, and international tattoo artists.

Winnipeg Tattoo Convention Returns with Over 270 Artists www.chrisd.ca/2025/08/05/w...

05.08.2025 13:55 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Thousands to Flee First Nation in Northern Manitoba Over Wildfire Threat Thousands of people have fled from a First Nation in northern Manitoba Monday as wildfires burned closer and closer to the community.

Thousands to Flee First Nation in Northern Manitoba Over Wildfire Threat www.chrisd.ca/2025/08/04/m...

05.08.2025 00:43 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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What's Open and Closed August Long Weekend in Winnipeg Terry Fox Day is Monday, August 4. Here's what's open, closed or operating on a reduced schedule in Winnipeg.

What's Open and Closed August Long Weekend in Winnipeg www.chrisd.ca/2025/08/01/t...

01.08.2025 12:37 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Five People Assessed Following Sherburn Street Fire Five people was assessed by paramedics on Sunday evening following a fire in the 1000 block of Sherburn Street.

Five People Assessed Following Sherburn Street Fire www.chrisd.ca/2025/08/04/s...

04.08.2025 16:16 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Two Drownings Reported in Manitoba on Saturday Manitoba RCMP are investigating two separate drownings that occurred in the province on Saturday.

Two Drownings Reported in Manitoba on Saturday www.chrisd.ca/2025/08/03/r...

03.08.2025 17:58 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Mob Focus of JFK Assassination Flick Filmed in Winnipeg Nicholas Celozzi has spent much of his life revisiting the events leading up to the assassination of former U.S. president John F. Kennedy.

Mob Focus of JFK Assassination Flick Filmed in Winnipeg www.chrisd.ca/2025/08/03/n...

03.08.2025 13:23 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Three Arrested in Rossmere Drug and Firearms Investigation Winnipeg police have arrested three people following an investigation into drug and firearm trafficking in the Rossmere neighbourhood.

Three Arrested in Rossmere Drug and Firearms Investigation www.chrisd.ca/2025/08/02/w...

02.08.2025 14:18 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Vaval Boosts Blue Bombers in 40-31 Win Over Argonauts Rookie Trey Vaval dazzled a sold-out crowd of Blue Bombers fans when he returned a kickoff 93 yards for a touchdown and followed up with a 97-yard punt return for a major that helped Winnipeg snap a t...

Vaval Boosts Blue Bombers in 40-31 Win Over Argonauts www.chrisd.ca/2025/08/01/w...

02.08.2025 04:17 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Vaval Boosts Blue Bombers in 40-31 Win Over Argonauts Rookie Trey Vaval dazzled a sold-out crowd of Blue Bombers fans when he returned a kickoff 93 yards for a touchdown and followed up with a 97-yard punt return for a major that helped Winnipeg snap a t...

Vaval Boosts Blue Bombers in 40-31 Win Over Argonauts www.chrisd.ca/2025/08/01/w...

02.08.2025 04:17 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Air Quality Warnings Issued as Manitoba, Northwestern Ontario Battle Wildfire Smoke Air quality warnings are in effect for Manitoba as wildfire smoke continues to blanket much of the province.

Air Quality Warnings Issued as Manitoba, Northwestern Ontario Battle Wildfire Smoke www.chrisd.ca/2025/08/01/m...

01.08.2025 14:45 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Motorcyclist Seriously Injured in North End Collision A 66-year-old man was seriously injured in a motorcycle crash Wednesday evening at the intersection of Powers Street and Redwood Avenue.

Motorcyclist Seriously Injured in North End Collision www.chrisd.ca/2025/08/01/w...

01.08.2025 14:39 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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What's Open and Closed August Long Weekend in Winnipeg Terry Fox Day is Monday, August 4. Here's what's open, closed or operating on a reduced schedule in Winnipeg.

What's Open and Closed August Long Weekend in Winnipeg www.chrisd.ca/2025/08/01/t...

01.08.2025 12:37 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Folklorama Returning with 43 Cultural Pavilions Across Winnipeg Folklorama is set to kick off its 54th annual celebration of culture, food, and entertainment on August 3, with 43 pavilions across Winnipeg.

Folklorama Returning with 43 Cultural Pavilions Across Winnipeg www.chrisd.ca/2025/07/31/f...

31.07.2025 14:58 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Clear Lake Boat Ban Driven by Legal Threat, Not Science: Parks Canada Parks Canada is facing backlash after confirming that its summer ban on motorized boats on Clear Lake was prompted by a potential legal challenge, not environmental science.

Clear Lake Boat Ban Driven by Legal Threat, Not Science: Parks Canada www.chrisd.ca/2025/07/31/c...

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