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Some parents who have already limited their kids’ access to social media say a proposed government ban would make their efforts to protect their children far more effective. They say their kids face peer pressure to join the platforms, and even have access to computers at school where they can …
Read More »Survey says: Manitoba premier tops approval ratings with 66% – Winnipeg
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Manitoba’s premier is once again at the top of the heap when it comes to provincial leaders’ approval ratings. A new poll from the Angus Reid Institute says Wab Kinew holds a 66 per cent approval rating — a full 20 percentage …
Read More »Manitoba byelection result unlikely to indicate national voting trends: expert – Winnipeg
While the byelection slated for Sept. 16 in Winnipeg’s Elmwood-Transcona riding will be important for residents of that community, a political scientist says it may not be a great predictor of the next federal election. “People like to read a lot into byelections, especially when we’re sort of close to …
Read More »Labour leaders endorse NDP candidate, including the Conservative candidate’s manager – Winnipeg
By The Staff The Canadian Press Posted August 1, 2024 12:20 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size More a dozen labour leaders are endorsing the NDP candidate in an upcoming federal byelection in Winnipeg, including the business manager of the Conservative candidate’s own union. …
Read More »Manitoba Liberal Party’s deputy leader Reaves steps down – Winnipeg
Descrease article font size Increase article font size The Manitoba Liberals have lost their deputy leader. In a statement Wednesday afternoon, Willard Reaves, who had served in the role since November of last year, announced he was stepping down from the position. October’s provincial election saw the Manitoba Liberal Party …
Read More »Longtime Winnipeg councillor drops plans for federal run – Winnipeg
Descrease article font size Increase article font size A Winnipeg city councillor says she’s changed her mind about running for federal office. Coun. Janice Lukes (Waverley West) announced Friday that she’s dropping plans to run in the Winnipeg South riding. Lukes, who has served on council since 2014, said her …
Read More »Deadline almost here to receive voter card for Tuxedo byelection, officials say – Winnipeg
Descrease article font size Increase article font size If you’re planning on voting in next month’s Tuxedo byelection, you have until Thursday to update or register your information. Eligible residents who want to receive a voter card — or those who have out-of-date information on their voter cards — can …
Read More »New Manitoba premier, health minister to talk health care Tuesday – Winnipeg
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Manitoba’s new premier and health minister will be making a health-care announcement from the Manitoba Legislative Building Tuesday morning. Wab Kinew and Uzoma Asagwara are set to deliver a message to frontline workers at 10 a.m. Reforming Manitoba’s health system was a …
Read More »Manitoba premier-designate, cabinet to be sworn in Wednesday – Winnipeg
Manitoba’s premier-designate is set to be sworn in Wednesday morning, along with the rest of his yet-to-be-named cabinet. Wab Kinew, who made history Oct. 3 with the Manitoba NDP’s election victory, will become the first provincial premier of First Nations descent. Lt.-Gov. Anita Neville will conduct the swearing-in ceremony, which …
Read More »New fiscal results could dominate Manitoba election campaign Friday – Winnipeg
By The Staff The Canadian Press Posted September 29, 2023 9:01 am Descrease article font size Increase article font size Manitoba’s finances are likely to take centre stage Friday on the campaign trail for the provincial election next Tuesday. The government is set to release the final results for the …
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