Friday, May 15, 2020 Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service reminds residents to help prevent arsonWinnipeg, MB – The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) reminds residents to take steps to prevent fires in their yards and properties. Each spring, the WFPS sees an increase in the number of fires, particularly those which are determined to be incendiary,

Winnipeg, MB – As Winnipeg residents prepare for summer home renovation projects, the City of Winnipeg has expanded its Permits Online service to allow homeowners to submit digital permit applications for certain types of residential projects. Homeowners can now conveniently apply for permits digitally for outdoor and backyard projects like building a new deck, outdoor

Restoring Services (Phase One) – Beginning May 4 Critical public health measures and travel restrictions remain. Priority elective surgeries have been restarted, diagnostics screening will resume and some non-essential businesses will reopen but must limit occupancy to 50 per cent of normal business levels or one person per 10 square metres, whichever is lower. Services,

The application portal for Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) is now open. How can I apply? There are two ways for Canadians to apply: online with CRA My Account or over the phone with an automated phone service. If applying online or by phone, Canadians will receive a payment by direct deposit or by cheque.

The chief provincial public health officer is issuing orders under The Public Health Act as approved by the minister of health, seniors and active living.  The following measures will be in place as of 12:01 a.m. on Wednesday, April 1, 2020 and must ensure the place of business is closed until 12:01 a.m. on April

COVID-19 BULLETIN #34 Public health officials advise 25 additional probable cases of COVID-19 have been identified as of 9:30 a.m., bringing the total number of lab-confirmed positive and probable positive cases in Manitoba to 64 at this time. Total number of deaths reported in Manitoba remains at one. Public health investigations are underway to determine

MUNICIPAL PROPERTY TAXES If you pay your municipal property taxes through monthly installments, the city of Winnipeg is working on the feasibility of delaying property tax payments for up to 90 days.  This will assist residents, businesses and not-for-profits. Additional information will flow once City Administration completes their report for the consideration of Council. PHARMACARE

INCOME REPLACEMENTS If you’ve lost your income as a result of COVID-19, the Canada Emergency Response Benefit will give you $2,000 a month for up to 4 months.  If you’ve lost your job – whether you worked full time, on a contract, or were self-employed, you will qualify for the benefit. For individuals without paid