Afton Berg

After a tragic loss in the wild, a new guest has arrived at the Wildlife Haven Rehabilitation Centre.  

Caring for all creatures 

Zoe Nakata, executive director at Wildlife Haven, says their facility treats a variety of critters in need. In 2025 alone, Wildlife Haven has cared for over 177 different species. 

“Baby otters, baby pelicans, eagles and owls. All sorts of animals,” Nakata explains. 

Thousands of Manitoban children are heading back to school this week, including here in Portage la Prairie.

Whether they walk, skate, bus, bike, or get dropped off; Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) is reminding motorists to be cautious of the increased road activity.  

A new school year and reuniting with friends is an exciting time for children across the province, and MPI wants everyone to be safe as they head to and from school,” says Maria Campos, vice-president & chief customer and product officer at MPI. 

Gas prices jumped early this week to 145.9 cents per litre.  

This recent spike in gas prices in Manitoba — and across parts of Western Canada — is largely due to an unexpected shutdown at the British Petroleum (BP) Refinery in Whiting, Indiana.  

As wildfires rage across the province, the environmental impact is being felt in every corner of the ecosystem, including one vital link in our food chain. 

Curtis Oude Voshaar, local beekeeper at OV Honey Farms, is witnessing firsthand how smoke is affecting his bees, their behaviour and honey production. 

As wildfires rage across the province, the environmental impact is being felt in every corner of the ecosystem, including one vital link in our food chain. 

Curtis Oude Voshaar, local beekeeper at OV Honey Farms, is witnessing firsthand how smoke is affecting his bees, their behaviour and honey production. 

Southeast Cancer Support Services (SCSS) is launching a new initiative called Wishes of Hope.  

The program focuses on granting wishes for children with cancer in the Southeast area — whether that be a new toy, a bedroom makeover, meeting a hero, or going on an exciting experience. 

All about hope 

Executive director of SCSS, Cindi Rempel Patrick, says the program is meant to bring joy to the children.