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Dr. Wade Abbott and his research team at AAFC Lethbridge are embarking on a groundbreaking study aimed at unlocking new possibilities for the humble field pea, a crop primarily known for its use in food production.

The project will explore underutilized aspects of the legume, including its protein, starch, and fibre, with an eye on developing new food and non-food products that could benefit both the agricultural and industrial sectors.

The U.S. based Mighty Oaks Foundation brought its faith-based leadership programming to Canada for the first time over the weekend, with men's focused events in Altona and Gretna. Retired Marine Commander Jeremy Stalnecker and Retired Navy SEAL Senior Chief Luis Rivera led the sessions for the non-profit dedicated to helping veterans, first responders and spouses recover from PTSD.

Recent increases in school taxes have put a dent in the Manitoba government’s estimate of how many homeowners are better off under its new tax-credit system.

"We have seen some unexpectedly high increases from school divisions," Finance Minister Adrien Sala said in an interview.

If you've got a pad mount transformer in your yard, Manitoba Hydro wants you to keep one thing in mind this spring.
    
As sump pumps start gurgling to life, homeowners are being reminded to direct those hoses away from the green electrical boxes sometimes found in yards.
    
According to the Crown utility, Hydro crews have spotted several transformers with puddles around them and, while the units are designed to be safe even when wet, it says standing water can corrode the equipment requiring costly repairs and causing power outages. 
    

Blair Mahaffy has been announced as the Green Party candidate for Provencher in next month's federal election.

Mahaffy is a lifelong resident of southeastern Manitoba. Born in Winnipeg, he spent summers in the Whiteshell, raised a family in Lorette, and now lives at West Hawk Lake. As a software developer, Mahaffy works with small, independent retailers across Canada. He also does some work as a horseback riding trail guide. 

Manitoba goaltender Raygan Kirk has had a terrific season with the PWHL's Toronto Sceptres and the rookie has enjoyed every moment of being a professional hockey player.

Coming out of college, Kirk admits that getting used to the schedule has been a lot of fun but it has taken some time to get accustomed to it all. "It's been a lot of fun so far, it's flown, it's crazy to think playoffs start in May, but it's been a lot of fun but I really can't get over just how fast it's all flown by."

 “We've been very encouraged by seeing even grandparents coming in to get machines ready for their grandchildren, encouraging the generations ahead to also expand in this craft.” 

That’s what Marge Redekopp, co-owner of Triple-S Sewing Machines with her husband Corny, says about the pair’s new family-run business in Winkler that is about to celebrate its grand opening on April 15th.  

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is promising to tighten financial transparency rules for elected officials — and is using that promise to take aim at Liberal Leader Mark Carney.

Poilievre told a press conference in Ottawa on Sunday that if his party forms government, he'll ban what he calls "shadow lobbying."

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre promised to cut red tape and step up support for veterans Saturday, while Liberal Leader Mark Carney pledged to make visiting national parks and museums more affordable for Canadian families.

Poilievre unveiled his party's plan for veterans during a press conference in Nepean, the suburban Ottawa community that contains the neighbouring ridings where he and Carney are running. 

Carney did not have any public events scheduled. NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh's itinerary shows he will hold an evening event in Timmins, Ont.