Public backlash leads Manitoba to reverse controversial amendments to autism bill

Backlash from the autism community has caused the province to reverse amendments to a bill that would have excluded adults from Manitoba's autism strategy.   Minister of families Nahanni Fontaine said Friday her office has received over 70 emails over …

Manitoba judge strikes claims against North West Company in proposed class action over grocery subsidy money

Play Listen to this article Estimated 5 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. A Manitoba judge has struck …

Mushroom foraging season brings opportunities in southeastern Manitoba

Southeastern Manitoba’s sandy soils and pine forests offer plenty of places for mushrooms to grow, and this fall’s warm, moist conditions have made for a decent season.  Donna Kurt, president and founding member of the Manitoba Mushroom Society, says …

Film documents journey of Mennonites who left Manitoba for Paraguay

With 18,000 students in 59 government-funded schools, independent schools are playing an increasingly important role in Manitoba. Many of these schools are religious schools like The King’s School, Dasmesh School, Springs Christian Academy, Mennonite …

One busy beaver’s appetite prompts tree protection along Manitoba Expressway

A beaver has taken a bite out of Moose Jaw’s urban forest, leaving one ash tree felled and another awaiting removal along Manitoba Expressway as city crews wrap vulnerable trees to prevent further damage. MOOSE JAW, Sask. — A beaver has taken a bite out of …

Manitoba bans one-to-one online communications between school employees and students

The Government of Manitoba has reportedly banned one-to-one online communications between school employees and students on unmonitored platforms. Education and Early Childhood Learning Minister Tracy Schmidt made the announcement Friday, saying that school …

It's a classical music edition of Made in Manitoba with the debut of Fierbois

Welcome to the latest episode of Made in Manitoba. Tonight we're focusing on classical music with the first-time appearance of the duet Fierbois. Oboist Caitlin Broms-Jacobs and pianist Madeline Hildebrand make up the group, and both join us to …

Manitoba reverses course on autism strategy bill amendments after backlash from families

Manitoba bans teachers from texting, messaging students over social media

Play Listen to this article Estimated 5 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. The Manitoba government is …

Freedom Mobile rolls out improved wireless plans in Manitoba

Freedom Mobile has changed its plans in Manitoba to further resemble those in its other three markets: Alberta, British Columbia, and Ontario. The move comes roughly a year after parent company Quebecor announced it had purchased wireless spectrum in …