
Manitoba's First Supervised Consumption Site Fully Opens in Winnipeg
After a series of delays, Manitoba's inaugural supervised consumption site is now fully operational five days a week in Winnipeg, providing a crucial health service.
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After a series of delays, Manitoba's inaugural supervised consumption site is now fully operational five days a week in Winnipeg, providing a crucial health service.

A dispute within a Winnipeg vape business escalated into a kidnapping, highlighting the growing 'grey market' for vape products, which experts say often skirts legal boundaries.

Winnipeg-born Clayton Herman is back in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody, just five weeks after a federal judge ordered his immediate release, with Herman citing a mail delay as the reason.

Two men undertaking a charity ride across Canada to raise awareness for men's mental health had their bicycles stolen in downtown Winnipeg on Friday.
The Buffalo Sabres are being encouraged not to give up on acquiring star netminder Connor Hellebuyck, who is reportedly on the trade block from the Winnipeg Jets.
Canadian director Guy Maddin discussed his acclaimed film 'My Winnipeg' on 'It Happened in Hollywood', ahead of an Academy Museum tribute scheduled for the weekend.
The Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg, Manitoba, has opened an exhibit titled 'Palestine Uprooted: Nakba Past and Present,' drawing strong condemnation from some Jewish groups, including the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs.

Slovenian Prime Minister Robert Golob publicly urged opposition leader Janez Janša to "calm down" after Janša announced plans to revoke Slovenia's recognition of Palestine and move its embassy to Jerusalem. Golob's statement indicates a clear rejection of Janša's proposed foreign policy shift.

The family of a Manitoba woman with Alzheimer's is continuing their fight for court-ordered restitution, more than seven years after a health-care aide stole rings from her finger at a Winnipeg personal care home.
Connor Hellebuyck's journey from playing in a local arena in Waterford Township to becoming a star for the NHL's Winnipeg Jets and an Olympic gold medalist for Team USA is highlighted.

Iranian football fans gathered outside and inside the World Cup stadium to protest the Iranian regime and call for change, with many defying FIFA's ban by displaying the pre-revolutionary flag. The Iranian national anthem was met with a mix of cheers and whistles during the match.

China-based MotoMotion Furniture acquired Winnipeg's Palliser Furniture, months after the Canadian manufacturer complained about unfair Asian trade practices impacting the domestic industry.

A Winnipeg family is speaking out for the first time after a man broke into their home, took hostages, and started a fire before being killed by police, expressing their ongoing shock.

Fast-fashion brand Shein is facing accusations from Indigenous Nations Apparel Company (INAC), a Winnipeg-based Indigenous clothing company, of stealing dozens of its designs.

An international student died from sudden cardiac arrest after donating plasma in Winnipeg, prompting calls for an investigation into the incident.

Manitoba Liquor Marts held a sale of U.S. booze that is set to expire in the fall, marking the first such offering since December and drawing smiles from Winnipeggers.
A new CBC docuseries titled 'Must Love Dogs' will feature Winnipeg couple Brady Oliveira and Alex Blumberg as they highlight stories of animal rescues.
JamRock Security has been recognized as the 2026 Consumer Choice Award winner for alarm systems in Winnipeg, highlighting its service quality in the region.

Animal cruelty charges have been laid against a 17-year-old after he allegedly drove a vehicle over several sleeping geese in a Winnipeg parking lot, killing most of them.

Christine Keilback, a Winnipeg resident, experienced an unexpected incident when she plunged into a large hole located in a city boulevard after returning home from a movie.

The Brokenhead Ojibway Nation has purchased Freed & Freed International Ltd., a century-old Winnipeg clothing manufacturer, seeing new economic and procurement opportunities, as well as job creation.

A lawsuit has been filed against a Winnipeg woman, accusing her of embezzling over $6 million from a non-profit organization. The funds were allegedly used for personal vacations and TikTok coin purchases.

A Winnipeg woman expressed shock and disbelief after her bank's fraud department denied her appeals for a refund, following a scam that resulted in her losing thousands of dollars from her account.

Former provincial minister and city councillor Scott Fielding is facing a sexual assault charge following a months-long investigation by Winnipeg police, accused of sexually assaulting a co-worker in a hotel.

A woman in Winnipeg is disputing a $1,300 overdue cable bill for an account she claims she never opened, leaving her responsible for the charges for months.

A nurse in Winnipeg says Canada's immigration system is undercutting efforts to address a shortage of health-care workers. after his application for permanent residency was rejected on a technicality.

CBC News has learned two people — including a 22-year-old international student — died after giving plasma at Winnipeg collection centres that pay people for their donations.

A jury in Winnipeg has found a man guilty on five counts of second-degree murder in connection with the fatal shooting of five people at a rooming house in 2023.

First Nations leaders in Manitoba are demanding an investigation after they say an Indigenous man was beaten by a security guard at a downtown Winnipeg Dollarama store.

Winnipeg police issued an Amber Albert on Friday for a two-year-old they say was last seen being taken from a home wrapped in a blanket.

The Olympic gold medal-winning U.S. men's hockey team visited President Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday afternoon and later received about a two-minute bipartisan standing ovation during hi

Tenants in a Winnipeg apartment building are fighting a proposed 78 percent rent increase, which they say follows only 'mainly cosmetic' building upgrades.

A Winnipeg man, who self-identified as 'extremely racist' in social media posts, has pleaded guilty to advocating genocide and wilfully promoting hatred against Muslims and Jews.

A key philanthropist behind the Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg has announced her family is pausing financial support due to concerns regarding an exhibit on the displacement of Palestinians.

The emergency 911 service is currently experiencing an outage across all Manitoba communities, with the exception of Winnipeg, following a disruption at the Brandon dispatch center.

Search warrant documents indicate that a man accused of multiple arsons in Winnipeg last year was carrying a notebook detailing 'future potential targets,' including a health minister's office and the CBC, upon his arrest.

Top Winnipeg doctors issued a confidential letter in March, warning that urgent-care centers might close and another patient death was inevitable unless immediate changes were implemented, indicating hospitals were nearing 'disintegration'.

Winnipeg police have initiated a 10-day crackdown targeting open drug use and trafficking, reporting over 100 interactions and two dozen arrests, while clarifying the effort is not about 'criminalizing addiction'.

Canada's only Biosafety Level 4 laboratory, the National Microbiology Laboratory in Winnipeg, is once again searching for new leadership as Jason Kindrachuk confirms he will step down as vice-president on June 28.

A Winnipeg-born Canadian citizen has been released from US immigration detention after spending seven months in what was described as a 'hellhole.' The individual's release follows a prolonged period of detention.

Winnipeg police are warning that violent, nihilistic extremism targeting children online is an 'escalating threat' across Canada and globally, urging parents to recognize warning signs.

Video game giant Ubisoft has closed its studio in Winnipeg, resulting in the layoff of approximately 65 employees.

Winnipeg is experiencing a severe drug epidemic, with first responders reporting 66 opioid calls in a single day, highlighting the overwhelming impact of the overdose crisis on the city.
Wrapture Beauty Academy has been recognized as the 2026 Consumer Choice Award winner for Esthetics Schools in Winnipeg.

Winnipeg police arrested 33 individuals, including members of a Mexican cartel and Hells Angels, and seized over $37.2 million worth of cocaine, meth, and fentanyl in what they describe as Manitoba's largest drug bust.

Palestinians in Gaza and across the world marked the 76th anniversary of Nakba Day, commemorating the 1948 mass expulsion and displacement from their homes. The day saw renewed calls for the right of return and international acknowledgment of the historical event.

Winnipeg-based clothing retailer Warehouse One is set to liquidate all 128 of its stores, including its Bootlegger brand, marking a significant event in the Canadian retail sector.

Christine Keilback recounted her experience of falling through the ground on her boulevard and getting stuck in a previously undiscovered hole in Winnipeg, Canada.

Paris-based MMM Film Sales has acquired international rights for "Winnipeg: Seeds of Hope," an animated feature inspired by a Pablo Neruda-chartered refugee ship, ahead of its world premiere at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival.
A 55-year-old man, Jason Paul Rindall, has been charged in Winnipeg with advocating for genocide and threatening the Canadian prime minister with death.

Boeing announced plans to invest $36 million in composite aerospace manufacturing research and development projects at its Winnipeg facility.
A geologist in Winnipeg, earning $117,000 annually, is reportedly preparing to sell his first home. The story highlights personal finance and real estate trends in the region.

Health Canada has concluded that two deaths occurring after plasma donations in Winnipeg were not connected to the donation process itself. The federal health regulator's assessment found no evidence of machine malfunction, stating that the equipment performed as expected.

A lawsuit has been filed against a Winnipeg hospital and medical professionals, alleging that a "massive overdose" of a potent sedative led to a man's cardiac arrest and permanent brain damage two years ago.
The Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Winnipeg Jets 5-4 in a shootout, with Crosby and Rakell scoring the decisive goals.
Loved ones seek answers after 22-year-old student dies while donating plasma at for-profit site in Winnipeg The Globe and Mail
The youngster could hit the ground running in Winnipeg.
NFI Group hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open New Flyer’s new all-Canadian build facility located in Winnipeg.

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Winnipeg police are scheduled to provide updates on their investigations into a series of threats made against schools in the city.

The Winnipeg native also provided services to the industry with her companies Baer Animation and Baer Animation Camera Services.

The U.S. State Department announced its decision to close the consulate in Winnipeg, Canada, as part of broader cost-saving measures by the Trump administration affecting several foreign missions.

A Muslim organization reported that bullet holes were discovered in the windows of a Winnipeg mosque after it was targeted by gunfire on Wednesday night while people were inside.

A couple in Winnipeg has become unintentional hosts to chimney swifts, a threatened migratory bird species. The birds have taken up residence in their 91-year-old home.

A coalition of civil society groups is challenging a Canadian federal cabinet minister and Jewish organizations over their criticism of an exhibit on Palestinian displacement at a national human rights museum in Winnipeg.

First Nations leaders in Manitoba are raising serious concerns about the quality of care Indigenous people receive, following a Little Grand Rapids chief's 13-hour wait in pain at a Winnipeg hospital.

A severe storm struck Winnipeg on Monday night, leaving a trail of destruction in the city's southwest, including the partial collapse of a house.

Winnipeg Jets General Manager Kevin Cheveldayoff has confirmed that the team is 'listening' to trade offers for three-time Vezina Trophy winner and Olympic hero Connor Hellebuyck, following critical remarks made by the goaltender.

A trustee for the Canadian Museum for Human Rights has resigned from the Winnipeg facility's board due to an upcoming exhibit on displaced Palestinians, which he described as 'one-sided'.

The animated feature film 'Winnipeg, Seeds of Hope,' chronicling the humanitarian voyage chartered by Pablo Neruda, is set to compete in the Contrechamp section of the Annecy Animation Film Festival.

One quarter into Winnipeg's mayoral campaign period, incumbent Scott Gillingham has not yet made any election promises, drawing attention to his campaign strategy.

Documents reveal that staff at a plasma collection facility in Winnipeg failed to terminate a procedure despite a machine alert, leading to the death of a 22-year-old woman who later went into cardiac arrest.

Winnipeg high school students Matea Thiessen Unger and Adetooni Adegoke won a national cooking competition in Montreal, securing their spot in a global competition in Paris.

Winnipeg police reported an "exchange of gunfire" after a man took three teenagers hostage inside a St. James home. Officials were attempting to arrest the suspect when the incident occurred.
Former Auburn quarterback Payton Thorne has left the Winnipeg Blue Bombers and been placed on the suspended list, putting his CFL career on hold.
The Winnipeg Jets have reportedly reached a critical juncture regarding their star goalie, Connor Hellebuyck, who is seeking improvements within the team.
Some Canadian schools, including one in Winnipeg, are replacing traditional Mother's and Father's Day celebrations with International Families Day to promote diversity and inclusion.

The search site at a Winnipeg-area landfill, where the remains of First Nations women Morgan Harris and Marcedes Myran were recovered, has been officially decommissioned.

The City of Winnipeg announced it will begin repairs on a hole in the Wolseley area on Thursday, days after firefighters rescued a woman who had been trapped in it for approximately 40 minutes.

Residents of a 55-plus social housing complex in Winnipeg express concerns over safety and deteriorating living conditions, which they attribute to new tenants with a history of homelessness.

A Winnipeg man, previously accused of threatening the Prime Minister, now faces charges of advocating genocide and the willful promotion of hatred.

A Winnipeg resident, Rob Berkowits, is honoring his father, who was among the survivors depicted in one of the most famous photographs from a Second World War concentration camp. Berkowits learned of his father's presence in the iconic photo when he was in his twenties.
The Philadelphia Flyers achieved a decisive 7-1 victory against the Winnipeg Jets, with a veteran forward reaching a new NHL career milestone during the game.

Health Canada has placed new terms and conditions on plasma donation company Grifols' centers following multiple failed inspections that revealed 'recurring, systemic deficiencies,' while also reviewing two deaths in Winnipeg linked to the company, leading to new restrictions in Canada.

The New Democratic Party (NDP) is holding a convention in Winnipeg to elect a new leader, who will be tasked with revitalizing the party after it reached a historic low point.

Search warrant documents reveal that Winnipeg police received an informant's tip about a "dirty cop" helping a drug trafficker 15 years before the eventual arrest of disgraced officer Elston Bostock.

Paid plasma could be banned in Manitoba, the province's health minister said after two fatal adverse reactions at Winnipeg collection centres were reported to Health Canada.

A Winnipeg woman killed in a bus crash while on vacation is being remembered as a determined, caring and selfless mother who always offered a helping hand to those who needed it — whether it be volunteering or rescuing stray cats.

A Winnipeg man has been charged with making threats against Prime Minister Mark Carney on social media and inciting hatred against Jewish and Muslim communities.

A Winnipeg resident, who endured years of pain and an inability to eat solid foods due to a long waitlist for jaw surgery, is now mostly recovered after finally undergoing multiple procedures in Saskatchewan.

A will drafted in Winnipeg, Canada, in 1977 has led to years of bureaucratic complications for relatives due to its complex and outdated nature.