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Vale to form new consortium to invest in Thompson Mine Complex Vale Base Metals has signed a deal to partner with three companies in a consortium that will invest up to $280 million its Thompson Mine Complex in Manitoba.

… and new partners and investment for the big mine in Thompson:

www.ctvnews.ca/winnipeg/art... #mbpoli

New study to help assess potential impact of expanding port on Hudson Bay WINNIPEG — The federal government announced another step Thursday toward a potential energy and trade corridor through northern Manitoba and the Arctic.

… also today: Another step toward potential Churchill development: www.vancouverisawesome.com/national-new... #mbpoli

Developer faces questions at public inquiry about money given to Winnipeg officials A developer rejected suggestions Thursday that money he gave to two Winnipeg city officials was a thank you for getting a contract for the city’s new police headquarters. Armik Babakhanians testified ...

The latest on the hq public inquiry :

winnipeg.citynews.ca/2026/02/19/d... #wpgpoli

New study to help assess potential impact of expanding port on Hudson Bay WINNIPEG – The federal government is taking another step toward a potential expansion of the Port of Churchill in Manitoba and increased shipping through the Arctic.

WINNIPEG – The federal government is taking another step toward a potential expansion of the Port of Churchill in Manitoba and increased shipping through the Arctic.

Former Winnipeg bureaucrat questioned at inquiry on money from contractor WINNIPEG — A former chief administrative officer with the City of Winnipeg is facing more questions about money he received from a contractor who was doing business with the city on a major capital pr...

More questions today at the Winnipeg police hq inquiry: www.timescolonist.com/the-mix/form... #wpgpoli

Former Winnipeg bureaucrat grilled over meetings, emails with contract bidder WINNIPEG — A former chief administrative officer with the City of Winnipeg testified Tuesday it wasn’t right of him to meet with a contractor bidding on a major project. Phil Sheegl also said it was s...

Article on today’s inquiry hearing, where the former CAO admitted to a “stupid” conflict and “not right” interactions with contractor: halifax.citynews.ca/2026/02/17/f... #wpgpoli

Jesse Jackson appeared on Sesame Street in 1973.

During his appearance, he led a group of children in reciting his well-known poem “I Am Somebody,” a message focused on self-worth and empowerment

The segment became one of the most memorable celebrity appearances from the early seasons of the show.

Winnipeg police HQ inquiry: Former mayor Sam Katz questioned about money received from contractor Former Winnipeg mayor Sam Katz faced questions at a public inquiry Thursday about money he received from a contractor leading a major construction project that ran over budget. The inquiry is examinin...

Article on today’s appearance by Sam Katz at the police hq inquiry. winnipeg.citynews.ca/2026/02/12/s... #wpgpoli

Manitoba government mulls grocery price measures as inflation continues WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government launched a study Wednesday aimed at keeping groceries affordable, although it's unclear how data would be collected and whether one of its main topics is a reality i...

Manitoba launches study on grocery prices as inflation continues: ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/manitob... #mbpoli

Public inquiry examines cost overruns of Winnipeg police building project WINNIPEG — A public inquiry into cost overruns at a Winnipeg construction project has heard of an unusual change that helped the winning bidder.

Article on the first day of the police headquarters inquiry: www.timescolonist.com/national-bus... #mbpoli

YouTube video by The Canadian Press Winnipeg embraces winter with river trail and warming huts

A little video on Winnipeg’s 7-km river trail, the Nestaweya trail: youtu.be/BJHFs5UDLx8?... #winnipeg

Major energy company interested in Port of Churchill, Manitoba premier says | CBC News Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew said Thursday one of Canada's biggest energy companies is taking a look at the Port of Churchill, though he wouldn't name the company.

Major energy company interested in Port of Churchill, Manitoba premier says @stevelambert.bsky.social
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

Grocers say they’re being squeezed by Manitoba milk-price freeze A group that represents independent grocers says its members are being hurt by the Manitoba government’s freeze on the retail price of one-litre cartons of milk.

Article today: Independent grocers say they’re being squeezed by Manitoba’s milk freeze: www.ctvnews.ca/winnipeg/art... #mbpoli

Manitoba government freezes the price of a litre of milk, eyes more price caps WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government is freezing the maximum price of one-litre cartons of milk for this year and is considering price controls on larger containers. Manitoba is among the few provinces ...

Article tonight: The Manitoba government holds (1-L) milk prices steady and hints again at further milk regulation (but not other grocery products). halifax.citynews.ca/2026/01/14/m... #mbpoli

Manitoba Premier Kinew asks Ontario counterpart Ford to rethink Crown Royal boycott GIMLI — Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew called on Ontario Premier Doug Ford Tuesday to drop plans for a boycott of Crown Royal whisky, and wrote Ford's name on a barrel outside the plant north of Winnipeg ...

Article: Manitoba premier asks for a 180 from Ontario, signs whisky barrels: www.timescolonist.com/national-bus... #mbpoli

Manitoba PC board member suspended over ICE social media post A regional director with the Manitoba Progressive Conservatives had his board position and party membership suspended Monday after posting a social media message that appeared supportive of ICE -- the...

Article: Manitoba Tories suspend a board member over ICE comments. www.ctvnews.ca/winnipeg/art... #mbpoli

Manitoba Tory leadership candidate hit with financial penalties after failing to file campaign paperwork | CBC News One of the two candidates who ran for the leadership of the Manitoba Progressive Conservatives last year is facing a penalty for not filing his campaign financial statement.

Article : Manitoba Tory leadership candidate faces penalty for not filing returns: www.cbc.ca/news/canada/... #mbpoli

Public inquiry into Winnipeg construction project gets more funding WINNIPEG — A public inquiry examining cost overruns on construction of the Winnipeg Police Service’s headquarters is looking at higher-than-expected costs. The Manitoba government has approved $300,00...

Article today: The projected cost for a Manitoba public inquiry is rising: halifax.citynews.ca/2026/01/08/p... #mbpoli

YouTube video by mark saunders David Bowie Impersonates.....

Reading a book on Bowie & been reminded that he was a superb mimic.
Here he is doing Bruce Springsteen, Marc Bolan, Tom Waits, Lou Reed, Anthony Newley, Iggy Pop & Neil Young over over Absolute Beginners.
The guy had a great sense of humour. youtu.be/NrtXFTw2ico?...

No Country For Old Men is a perfect example of silence for all the reasons Andrew states.
You could hear a pin drop in my all classes esp. during the hotel scene.
Too many directors use needle drops as aural wallpaper now.
And don’t start me on Suicide Squad…

Paris court convicts 10 for claiming French first lady was born a man The trial in France is seen as a forerunner to a bigger legal case the Macrons have brought in the U.S. against MAGA influencer Candace Owens for promoting similar claims.

A Paris court found 10 defendants guilty of cyberbullying Brigitte Macron, the wife of President Emmanuel Macron, a victory in the couple’s ongoing legal battles against conspiracy theorists who have spread false claims about her gender and sexuality.

Normally when I hear of a hockey game in Toronto where a team appears to be letting a lead slip away, I assume it’s the leafs.

Incluant le monde a …

YouTube video by MTV News David Bowie Criticizes MTV for Not Playing Videos by Black Artists | MTV News

Not a music video, but perhaps my favourite MTV moment. youtu.be/XZGiVzIr8Qg?...

(Infoman precedes it. Great comedy)

Tonight, if historical numbers hold, more than four million people will watch Le Bye Bye. It’s the kind of viewership not normally matched in English Canada outside of sports championships or the Oscars.

Burton Cummings Theatre reports record attendance in 2025 | CBC News The Burton Cummings Theatre set an attendance record this year in spite of economic pressures that have hampered ticket sales for live music, professional sports and other forms of entertainment.

Burton Cummings Theatre reports record attendance in 2025. Downtown Winnipeg venue ranked No. 92 in world among soft-seat theatres, according to Pollstar
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

Popularity persists for Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew two years into government mandate Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew’s popularity shows little sign of sagging, more than two years after his NDP government was elected.

A year-end look at #mbpoli for a national audience: www.ctvnews.ca/winnipeg/art...