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British Columbia's Ministry of Health says the first suspected human case of bird flu contracted in Canada has been detected in B.C. 

A statement from the office of the provincial health officer says a teenager in the region covered by Fraser Health tested positive for bird flu, and the teen is currently getting treatment at BC Children's Hospital. 

The statement says the positive test was done by the BC Centre for Disease Control, and samples are on their way to Winnipeg's national microbiology lab for confirmatory testing.

The Manitoba Country Music Association is hosting the annual award ceremony this Sunday and Quinton Blair is one of the many local artists nominated to win an award. 

Blair is nominated for Male Artist of the Year, Fay Walker Song of the Year and Single of the Year with the song ‘Someday Sunday’. 

He says that leading up to the big day, he is feeling excited to see everyone. 

Calling all young artists in Altona! Create a piece of artwork inspired by the community, and your design could be printed on official Town of Altona tote bags. Winners will receive a tote bag with their design, filled with exciting prizes.

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers have earned a fifth consecutive trip to the Grey Cup. Kenny Lawler caught three touchdown passes and Brady Oliveira ran for 119 yards and a major as Winnipeg defeated the Saskatchewan Roughriders 38-22 in the CFL’s West Division Final in from of a sold-out crowd at Princess Auto Stadium. Zach Collaros completed 19-of-26 passes for 301 yards and four touchdowns. Evan Holm had four knockdowns and two tackles. The Blue Bombers will face the Toronto Argonauts in the 111th Grey Cup next Sunday in Vancouver.

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers are heading to their fifth consecutive Grey Cup appearance after defeating the Saskatchewan Roughriders 38-22 in front of a sold-out crowd at Princess Auto Stadium.

Quarterback Zach Collaros led the charge with a stellar performance, throwing four touchdown passes, including three to wide receiver Kenny Lawler. Collaros went 19-of-26 for 301 yards, keeping his record spotless with no interceptions.

Lawler was unstoppable, recording four receptions for an impressive 177 yards.

Altona Police Service is looking for help in identifying the individuals in the above and below screen captures from security footage at a local gas station.

According to a post on the department's social media sites, "Altona Police is requesting assistance with the identification of the following subjects who are of interest in a police investigation."

Morden Legion prepares to honour veterans on Remembrance Day

Leading up to Remembrance Day, the Morden Legion has been preparing a series of events to honour veterans and emphasize the importance of remembering those who served.

Funeral For:  Margareta Martens nee Klassen 
Funeral Date: November 12, 2024 
Margareta Martens nee Klassen, 84, of Horndean passed away Thursday, November 7th at Altona Memorial Health Centre. She is survived by her husband Pete, 1 daughter, 1 son, 1 sister, 1 brother, and their families. She was predeceased by 4 sisters and 7 brothers. 
The funeral service for Margareta Martens nee Klassen will be held Tuesday, November 12th at 2pm at Altona Sommerfeld Mennonite Church with burial at Altona Cemetery. 

ERICA SOMMER
Aug. 11, 1944 – Nov. 4, 2024

Contract negotiations resume today in Vancouver in a labour dispute that has paralyzed container cargo shipping at British Columbia's ports since Monday. 

The BC Maritime Employers Association and International Longshore and Warehouse Union Local 514 are scheduled to meet for the next three days in mediated talks to try to break a deadlock in negotiations.

The union, which represents more than 700 longshore supervisors at ports, including Vancouver, Prince Rupert and Nanaimo, has been without a contract since March last year.