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Former Conservative MP and cabinet minister Chuck Strahl has died at the age of 67.

Strahl was first elected in 1993 and represented the B.C. riding of Chilliwack–Fraser Canyon until his retirement in 2011.

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre called Strahl a "dear friend" in a social media post Wednesday.

"Chuck's unwavering commitment to our movement and his deep love for Canada were part of everything he did," Poilievre said.

"He was a man of principle, integrity and compassion, and a foundational member of our Conservative party."

Joey Matulovich and two relievers combined on a one-hit shutout as the Winnipeg Goldeyes (48-35) defeated the Sioux Falls Canaries 7-0 at Blue Cross Park Wednesday evening. It was the Winnipeg pitching staff’s league-leading tenth shutout of the campaign.
 
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A recently released international report says Canada's temporary foreign worker program is a "breeding ground" for contemporary slavery.

The final report by a United Nations special rapporteur who visited Canada last year says a power imbalance prevents workers from exercising their rights.

A worker's status is dependent on a closed work permit that is specific to their employer. If an individual is fired, they may be deported from Canada. 

Workers are subject to a wide range of abuses and aren't always aware of their rights, the report says. 

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security says people seeking asylum at the border with Canada will have less time to consult a lawyer before making their case, as President Joe Biden's asylum halt makes its way to Canada’s doorstep. 

Biden announced sweeping changes mostly targeted at the U.S. border with Mexico in June, as the issue remains a thorn in the Democrats' side ahead of the November election. The new procedural changes, which the department confirmed Tuesday, will affect migrants crossing into the U.S. from Canada.

Audiences won’t need a spoonful of sugar to make Rainbow Stage’s next production any more appealing.  

Expect a supercalifragilisticexpialidocious show when Mary Poppins makes her return to the iconic domed theatre in Kildonan Park.  

“(Mary Poppins) returns when you need her most,” says Rainbow Stage Artistic Director Carson Nattrass.    

Last staged over a decade ago, the production starring everyone’s favourite nanny serves as the ideal foil to the first-ever world-premiere that kicked off the 70th anniversary Rainbow Stage season, according to Nattrass.  

A man is recovering in hospital after being stabbed on a Winnipeg Transit bus early Tuesday evening. 

Winnipeg police say the victim, a man in his 30s, was stabbed during an unprovoked altercation with a male and female suspect on a bus near Main Street and Selkirk Avenue at around 5 p.m. yesterday. 

The man was transported to hospital in unstable condition and has since been upgraded to stable. 

There is no word on the description of either suspect. The Major Crimes Unit has taken over the investigation and is working to learn more about the suspects.

A Winnipeg-based organization supporting people living with intellectual disabilities celebrated a special milestone this week. 

DASCH Foundation, a non-profit organization and foundation that supports children, youth, and adults with intellectual disabilities by providing safe, inclusive community housing, celebrated 50 years with a community barbecue, cultural displays and games on Tuesday. 

A Winnipeg mother has taken a difficult situation and is now using it to help others.  

Cristine Stacey, a domestic abuse survivor and single mother of two young girls spends her time helping provide necessities to families in need. 

From clothing drives to backpack drives, Stacey has found a way to give back and get the community involved. 

Over 50 volunteers are participating in a special Blitz Build for Habitat for Humanity this week in Winnipeg. 

It's part of the 2024 General Volunteer build which started Tuesday and will continue through Friday. 

"The build site was buzzing with energy as these amazing volunteers came together to make a difference," said Habitat for Humanity in a statement on social media. "We’re building more than just homes—we’re building memories and friendships that will last a lifetime. Stay tuned for more updates throughout this exciting week!"

The Winnipeg Goldeyes (47-35) scored six times in the seventh inning to snap a 6-6 tie and went on to defeat the Sioux Falls Canaries 13-6 at Blue Cross Park Tuesday evening. The Goldeyes now sit alone atop the West Division standings, one game better than the Canaries. The last time Winnipeg was in sole possession of first place this late in the season was August 23, 2020.