Match play golf event returns with strong turnout, new champion
The second edition of the 2025 Portage Match Play golf tournament wrapped up over the weekend with Clark Bolton bringing home the trophy in a tightly contested final. Hosted over three days—Friday through Sunday—the event brought a solid turnout and favourable playing conditions.
Robby Moar, general manager at the Portage Golf Club, says the tournament is still in its early days but is showing promise. Originally introduced last year, the event is meant to grow in both scale and impact.
Bracket-style format adds competitive edge
Scoreboard/Line-up - Tuesday, May 6th
Avian influenza is starting to show up in the Prairies
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is reporting the presence of AI in three non-commercial poultry flocks in Saskatchewan last week, in the RM of Indian Head, the RM of Colonsay, and the RM of Lipton.
To date, one case has been found in a commercial poultry operation in Manitoba in the RM of Wallace.
Previous occurrences have been found in Ontario and Nova Scotia.
Most poultry and egg production operations already have biosecurity measures in place, but producers who maintain small flocks, should look at enhancing their on-farm biosecurity measures.
Carney set to meet with Trump at White House today
Prime Minister Mark Carney will have to navigate a delicate balance during his first in-person meeting with Donald Trump today, following months of the U.S. president targeting Canada with tariffs and taunts.
Carney and Trump will meet at the White House and the prime minister has said he expects "difficult, but constructive" conversations.
Carney has said the meeting will mark the beginning of a larger economic and security agreement between Canada and the United States.
McMunn & Yates celebrates 54 years with limited-time savings event
McMunn & Yates Building Supplies is a cornerstone of the Portage la Prairie community and a trusted name in the construction industry. And right now, they’re pulling out all the stops for their annual MY Big Anniversary Sale. But time is running out. The event, which kicked off April 24th, runs only until Wednesday, May 7th, offering major savings across a wide range of products for both contractors and weekend DIYers.
With over 54 years of service under their belt, McMunn & Yates isn’t just a lumber store — they’re your community builders in every sense.
Canadian cattle industry faces optimism amid trade war concerns
The Canadian cattle industry is experiencing unprecedented profitability, with cattle prices reaching all-time highs. Despite this positive outlook, there are significant concerns about the ongoing trade war with the United States and its impact on the industry's stability.
New facility, new vision: hospital foundation rebrands
The Portage District General Hospital Foundation is preparing for major transformations as it readies for the transition to its new healthcare facility. With the hospital’s construction still on track to be completed at the end of next year, the foundation is laying out a clear plan to align with the evolving healthcare landscape in the region.
Executive Director Tara Pettinger says the shift isn’t just about a new building, it’s about defining a new direction.
New Conservative caucus set to meet in Ottawa as Poilievre pledges to learn, grow
Newly elected Conservatives and returning MPs are set to meet in Ottawa this morning as the party charts its path forward after last week's election loss to the Liberals.
Leader Pierre Poilievre, who lost his bid to continue representing the riding of Carleton after 20 years as the area's MP, will not be in the House of Commons when it opens later this month.
In a video posted on social media Monday afternoon, Poilievre says he has a lot to be thankful for after the election, including an expanded coalition of Conservative voters.
New Manitoba Tory leader says sorry for campaign ads on landfill search
Manitoba's new Opposition leader apologized Monday for election campaign advertisements the Progressive Conservative party ran in the last election that promoted their decision to not search a landfill for the remains of two murder victims.
Obby Khan used his first legislature speech since winning the Tory leadership on April 26 to say sorry to the victims' families and to promise a new tone from his party.
Canterra buys pedigreed seed firm Alliance Seed
Alliance will remain a 'standalone' brand under Canterra ownership.
The lone remaining shareholder in a pedigreed seed company formed by a group of independent grain handling companies in Western Canada is selling that business to another Prairie seed firm.
Canterra Seeds announced May 1 it has acquired Alliance Seed for an undisclosed amount, and will continue to operate Alliance as “a standalone brand under Canterra Seeds’ umbrella, with key staff transitioning to maintain continuity and customer relationships.”