Scoreboard/Line-up - Friday, May 2nd
Stride Credit Union pays out $1,000,000 to members
This spring, Stride Credit Union has distributed one million dollars in cash to its members – a significant distribution that reflects the Stride’s growth, stability, and strong financial performance.
“It’s a milestone,” says CEO Brent Budz. “It’s the most that we have ever returned – and it’s going back in cash to members and we’re very excited to be able to do that.”
Nearby municipalities enforce fire bans as wildfire risks escalate
With the nice warm weather hitting us for a wonderful weekend, the province is issuing out bans and restrictions for fires in nearby municipalities.
Multiple rural municipalities in Manitoba have introduced or expanded burning restrictions amid dry conditions, with rules varying by region. The Office of the Fire Commissioner (OFC) urges municipalities to report updates to firecomm@gov.mb.ca as bans roll out.
City Council approves ‘Gladys Cook Way’ to recognize trailblazing community leader
A newly approved street in Portage la Prairie will be named “Gladys Cook Way” in honor of the late Gladys Cook, one of the community’s most respected and influential advocates. Councillor Faron Nicholls says the roadway, at the corner of Crescent Road and Bridge Road, which once housed the Gladys Cook Education Centre, will recognize Cook’s lasting contributions and dedication to the city.
“Design has already started on that road to lead into the southeast development, and it's going to be known as 'Gladys Cook Way,'" says Nicholls.
RCMP note significant thefts in weekly report
The Central Plains RCMP Weekly Report detailed a couple of thefts in the region, one of which is still under investigation.
On April 22, a call came in to Portage la Prairie RCMP regarding a stolen 2005 black Toyota Tacoma pick-up truck in Portage.
The vehicle was later located in in Portage's North end.
Anyone with information regarding the theft is asked to contact the Portage la Prairie RCMP at 204-857-4445.
The investigation is on-going.
On April 26, Amaranth RCMP were called to an address on Road 58 West for an unwanted person.
Former Federal Agriculture Minister Charlie Mayer Passes Away at 89
Charlie Mayer, a prominent figure in Canadian agriculture and politics, has passed away at the age of 89. Born in Saskatoon in 1936, Mayer attended the University of Saskatchewan before purchasing a farm in Manitoba in 1965. He grew grain, potatoes, and raised Simmental cattle, becoming active in the Manitoba Beef Growers Association. Mayer played a key role in opposing the introduction of supply management to the beef industry.
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.
Ice surge wreaks havoc on Delta Beach properties
People born and raised at Delta Beach say the ice comes in like clockwork every year. Though loud and sometimes crashing like an earthquake, the ice forming a ridge along the shoreline is typically harmless.
Moe says he's Canadian but wouldn't stop vote on Saskatchewan separating from Canada
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says he’s a true Canadian but wouldn’t stop a public vote on separating from the country if it came forward.
Moe says residents are allowed to trigger provincial legislation for a plebiscite on the issue.
He says he does not judge people for having different opinions, but says he supports a united Canada.
Saskatchewan law allows the public to bring forward a petition for a plebiscite as long as 15 per cent of eligible voters sign on.
Opposition NDP Leader Carla Beck says Moe should rule out a vote on separation.
Wild pig researchers are using new tracking techniques
Over the years, certain areas in Canada have seen an increase in wild pig populations. Wayne Lees from Squeal on Pigs Manitoba highlights the difficulty in tracking these animals, especially on foot. "In our experience, finding the pigs is the single hardest thing that we have to do. Our situation in Canada is very, very much different than the US under cold climate conditions. We don't have the large numbers of wild pigs that they experience in warmer climates.