Manitoba to provide wildfire update Thursday afternoon

The Manitoba government is set to provide the latest update on the province’s ongoing wildfire situation. A number of provincial officials will speak to media at 12:45 p.m. Thursday, including Natural Resources Minister Ian Bushie, Transportation and …

Improved weather helps crews fight wildfires in Manitoba's north, east

Weather conditions in areas with wildfires are improving for firefighters, with cooler temperatures and increased humidity, but officials say they will continue fighting the blazes for some time.  The change in conditions, with moderate to low winds, has …

Manitoba launches campaign to recruit health-care workers from U.S. states facing political challenges

The Manitoba government has launched a campaign to attract health-care workers from U.S. border states as the province continues to face medical staffing shortages and political tensions have some American medical professionals looking north. The …

Wildfire evacuee numbers climb above 17,000 in Manitoba, premier says

The number of wildfire evacuees in Manitoba has increased, with more likely as a handful of communities remain on alert. "The numbers have continued to grow. We were saying 17,000. I think we can safely assume it's north of that number now," …

Manitoba Day of Caring Radiothon takes place today

Posted Today At 9:00am by S. O'Brien As wildfires continue to displace families and threaten communities across Manitoba, broadcasters from across the province are coming together today for a province-wide Radiothon in support of the Canadian Red Cross …

Busting bin myths: What really happens to your recycling in Manitoba

June 5th is World Environment Day. For the past five decades, this global event has celebrated environmental protection by raising awareness and promoting action to make the world healthier. Yet, even with these efforts, skeptics and those not recycling- …

Hudbay Responds to Wildfires in Manitoba

Hudbay Minerals said it continues to respond to the evolving wildfire situation in northern Manitoba and is working closely with local authorities to ensure its employees remain safe as well as comply with the regional wildfire evacuation orders for Snow …

‘A great Canadian story’: Métis singer-songwriter explores family legacy, Manitoba town’s collapse in new EP

A seventh generation Métis singer-songwriter is sharing the highs and lows of her family’s past and her town’s legacy through new original music. Brandi Vezina says her new EP “Grit & Glamour” is a personal reflection. “You see some different parts and …

Snow Lake put on evacuation alert as north Manitoba wildfire threatens town

However, he isn't able to confirm anything. "We don't have the capacity to be looking at individual properties and giving updates on that," he said. The Flin Flon fire joined earlier this week with one near Sherridon, which was itself …

Temporary shelter opens for pets of Manitoba wildfire evacuees