Manitoba provincial politicians will be getting raises in the coming years, along with more money for expenses such as office rent and …
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The Manitoba Prosecution Service (MPS) has decided not to pursue charges against the driver involved in the June 15, 2023, bus collision …
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Legislation & ComplianceWorkplace Safety & OHS
Bill to re-establish Manitoba’s Advisory Council on Workplace Safety receives royal assent
Manitoba’s new workplace safety legislation, which re-establishes the Advisory Council on Workplace Safety and Health, has received royal assent. It was one …
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Workplace Safety & OHS
Manitoba mine rescue competition showcases dedication to safety and preparedness
The Manitoba Provincial Mine Rescue Competition held on May 26-27, 2023, in Thompson, was a testament to the dedication and preparedness of …
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FeaturedLabour Relations
Funds and training won’t stop current rural paramedic burnout in Manitoba: union
The province said this week they are making investments to get more paramedics working in rural and northern areas, but the president …
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CompensationFeatured
Child-care professionals in Manitoba getting wage hike as province, Ottawa kick in $10.9 million
The federal and Manitoba governments have announced an increase in funding for the wages of child-care professionals within the province’s licensed child-care …
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Government Policy & Budgets
Manitoba celebrates top journeypersons, adds $1.5 million for apprentice technical training
In a ceremony held at the Manitoba Legislative Building on May 7, the provincial government celebrated the accomplishments of 40 top-performing new …
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Ottawa has announced a new policy aimed at supporting Manitoba’s skilled workforce. Under this new measure, Citizenship and Immigration Canada (IRCC) will …
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Corporate CultureLabour Relations
Toxic workplace revelations at Manitoba Teachers’ Society trigger call for inquiry into leak
By Maggie Macintosh, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter One group of local union presidents wants the Manitoba Teachers’ Society to launch an inquiry into …
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Immigration
Immigrants and international students: Adding rich culture to our colourful human tapestry
Harkirat Singh is a 24-year-old international student hailing from the Punjab state of India. He’s known to his family and friends as …