Media Releases
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Groundbreaking ceremony celebrates beginning of construction on new Freight House Recreation Centre spray pad
Winnipeg – At an event this morning, Mayor Brian Bowman and Councillor Mike Pagtakhan officially broke ground on the new Freight House Recreation Centre spray pad. “Spray pads are a ... Read more
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NEW OSBORNE VILLAGE SAFETY PROGRAM RECEIVES FUNDING SUPPORT
WINNIPEG – a new foot patrol ambassador program being established by the Osborne Village Business Improvement Zone (BIZ) will benefit from $30,000 in civic support during its initial year of ... Read more
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‘BUY LOCAL’ MOTION TO BE INTRODUCED AT EXECUTIVE POLICY COMMITTEE TODAY
WINNIPEG – A motion directing the Public Service to implement a ‘buy local’ procurement procedure will be tabled at this morning’s Executive Policy Committee Mayor Brian Bow... Read more
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Sixteen firefighter recruits graduate from Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service’s 10-week orientation and training period
Graduates from Recruit Class #1801 will begin service starting the week of April 16, 2018 Read more
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City of Winnipeg recognizes 911 call takers and dispatchers during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
Winnipeg – The City of Winnipeg is celebrating the important work of our Winnipeg Police Service (WPS) and Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) 911 call takers and dispatchers for National ... Read more
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City launches free Wi-Fi on buses pilot project
Winnipeg – Today, the City of Winnipeg launched a year-long pilot project which will provide free Wi-Fi to Winnipeg Transit passengers on 12 buses, on various routes throughout the city. ... Read more
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APPLICATION WINDOW FOR KID MAYOR CLOSES TODAY
WINNIPEG – Today is the last day to apply to become Winnipeg’s first Kid Mayor, Mayor Brian Bowman announced today. Kid Mayor is a fun, educational initiative aimed at building a gre... Read more
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WINNIPEG TO BECOME HOME TO WORLD’S FIRST OFF-LEASH CAT PARK
WINNIPEG – Winnipeg will become an even greater international destination with the construction of the world’s first off-leash cat park Mayor Brian Bowman announced today. “An ... Read more
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WINNIPEG’S STRONGEST DAYS ARE HERE
WINNIPEG – Four key themes were outlined today by Mayor Brian Bowman in this year’s State of the City address to maintain the city’s strong momentum and continue the city’s ... Read more
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Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service introduces new Voluntary Transport to Drop-In Shelters Protocol to improve safety for at-risk individuals
New protocol uses existing resources in partnership with Winnipeg Regional Health Authority, Downtown Winnipeg BIZ, Main Street Project and The Salvation Army Read more