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Home » News » Boeing Commits $36 Million for R&D Facility in Winnipeg April 17, 2026 2:23 PM | News In this Sept. 30, 2020, file photo, a Boeing 737 Max jet prepares to land at Boeing Field following a test flight in Seattle. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP-Elaine Thompson) Boeing has announced a $36 million investment in research and development at its Winnipeg facility, focused on advancing composite aerospace manufacturing over the next decade.

Winnipeg’s mayor and some city councillors are proposing to freeze water and sewer rates in 2027 using higher-than-expected revenues from 2025. Councillors Jeff Browaty (North Kildonan) and Ross Eadie (Mynarski) , with the support of Mayor Scott Gillingham, will bring a motion to executive policy committee on April 21 outlining how to allocate the 2025 water and sewer surplus.

Home » News » Manitoba Motorcycle Ride for Dad Returns May 30 April 17, 2026 10:44 AM | News Riders depart Earls Polo Park in the 17th annual Manitoba Motorcycle Ride for Dad on Saturday, May 31, 2025. This year’s ride will take place on May 30. (CHRISD.CA FILE) The countdown is on to the 18th annual Manitoba Motorcycle Ride for Dad next month, as organizers kicked off the six-week awareness campaign on Friday.

A Winnipeg woman is facing charges following alleged hydro meter tampering in the city’s Glenwood neighbourhood. Winnipeg police launched an investigation in late March 2026 after Manitoba Hydro reported a customer’s meter had been tampered with, resulting in stolen electricity. According to police, a load limiter had been installed on the home’s meter on March 12 due to non-payment, restricting power usage to essential heating during the winter months.

Home » The Canadian Press » Winnipeg Jets Fall in Season-Ending 6-1 Loss to Sharks By Judy Owen, The Canadian Press San Jose Sharks’ Will Smith (back left) scores on Winnipeg Jets goaltender Eric Comrie (1) during first-period NHL action in Winnipeg, Thursday, April 16, 2026. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/John Woods) Macklin Celebrini set a San Jose Sharks’ franchise record for points in a season after a goal and pair of assists in a 6-1 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on Thursday.

Home » News » Tri-Hospital Dream Lottery Launches with Record-Breaking Prizes April 16, 2026 12:47 PM | News Stefano Grande, president and CEO of Children’s Hospital Foundation of Manitoba, Karen Fowler, president and CEO of St. Boniface Hospital Foundation, and Jonathon Lyon, president and CEO of Health Sciences Centre Foundation, at the launch of the 2026 Tri-Hospital Dream Lottery on Thursday, April 16, 2026.

UNIQLO’s first Winnipeg store will open in CF Polo Park on May 15. (UNIQLO / HANDOUT) Global apparel retailer UNIQLO is set to open its first Winnipeg location next month. The new store, located at CF Polo Park, will officially open its doors at 10 a.m. on May 15. Spanning more than 18,000 square feet, the space will feature the brand’s LifeWear clothing line for men, women and children.

The Winnipeg Goldeyes are hosting a retro concert night at Blue Cross Park this summer, featuring tribute acts dedicated to ABBA, the Bee Gees, and the music of Billy Joel and Elton John. Retro Revival at the Ballpark will take place Friday, July 17, featuring three acts: Arrival from Sweden: The Music of ABBA, The Australian Bee Gees, and Kyle Martin’s Piano Man.

Home » News » Red Cross Ramps Up Flood Preparations in Peguis First Nation April 15, 2026 3:10 PM | News Volunteers from national humanitarian aid organization Team Rubicon, who are helping with flood prevention in Manitoba’s Peguis First Nation, are shown in this undated handout photo. The veterans and first responders are helping with sandbagging in the flood-prone community.

(CITY OF WINNIPEG / FILE) The City of Winnipeg has kicked off its annual spring cleanup, with dedicated crews already deployed downtown for a four-week blitz ahead. Outside of the core area, the city-wide effort begins April 19, with more than 300 pieces of equipment and approximately 500 workers sweeping the entire street network over six weeks. The city says the cleanup will include roadways, bridges, sidewalks, pathways, boulevards, medians, and municipal parks.