Winnipeg, MB – Members of the community welcomed a new play structure in Harbourview Park at a grand opening event today. The new play structure, which replaces the former play structure that was destroyed by arson in 2017, was designed to include nautical and natural water’s edge features to compliment the park’s water-side character. Favourite
Winnipeg, MB – Residents are invited to attend free, family programming at the Living Prairie Museum, 2795 Ness Ave., on Thursdays this summer. Theme Days take place on Thursdays, July 11 to August 22, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Activities include a presentation on a prairie topic followed by an activity. The one-hour programs
Winnipeg, MB – The City of Winnipeg is inviting residents to enjoy aquatic fun this week as all heated and unheated outdoor pools will open on Friday, June 28, weather permitting. Heated Pools: Fort Garry Lion’s St. Vital Westdale Both the Kildonan Park Outdoor Pool and the Transcona Aquatic Park opened for the season on
Winnipeg, MB –The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) reminds residents to obtain their fireworks permits in advance of the upcoming July long weekend. The free permits are required for the lighting of all consumer fireworks. All permits are reviewed by the WFPS Fire Prevention Branch. The permit application is available online or at the Fire
Winnipeg, MB – Today, City of Winnipeg employees will celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day. This day recognizes and honours the cultures of First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples. “It is an absolute pleasure to recognize the significant contributions Indigenous people have made to Canada, Manitoba, and Winnipeg on National Indigenous Peoples Day,” said Mayor Brian Bowman.
New Opportunities for Engagement Moving on Marion Street The City of Winnipeg is planning to undertake a new transportation study that will identify potential cost-effective improvements to safety, transportation, access, and community development and livablity on Marion Street from Lagimodiere Boulevard to St. Mary’s Road. Please take a moment to provide feedback before the new transportation study
Winnipeg, MB – Winnipeg Transit plans to install six large panels with graphics to decorate Stadium Station, located beside Investors Group Field at the University of Manitoba, as part of the Southwest Transitway project. Winnipeggers are invited to vote for their favorite of four proposed themes: sports, entertainment, nature, and Winnipeg landmarks. The themes can
Winnipeg, MB –Registration for the annual TD Summer Reading Club begins today at all Winnipeg Public Library branches. Children up to age 12 are invited to visit any library branch to register and pick up a free bilingual reading kit that includes activities and a calendar to track reading time. “The TD Summer Reading Club
Input will scope study prior to Request for Proposal (RFP) Winnipeg, MB – The City of Winnipeg is planning to undertake a new transportation study that will identify potential cost-effective improvements to safety, transportation, access, and community development and livability on Marion Street from Lagimodiere Boulevard to St. Mary’s Road. Moving on Marion Street will
Wildland, brush and grass fires are preventable Winnipeg, MB – With hot, dry conditions combined with high winds, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) is once again reminding residents to follow important fire prevention strategies to reduce the risk of wildland, grass, and brush fires. In Winnipeg, these types of fires are typically wind-driven ground