WINNIPEG — The federal government is providing nearly $185 million to help fund two hydro projects in Manitoba.
Federal Government Provides Millions for Clean Energy Projects in Manitoba
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Manitoba Hydro Articles
Gas Leak Prompts Evacuation of Crestview Homes
WINNIPEG — A gas leak early Wednesday prompted the evacuation of several homes in a Crestview neighbourhood.
Manitoba NDP Would Freeze Hydro Rates for a Year If Elected
WINNIPEG — Manitoba’s Opposition New Democrats promised to freeze hydroelectricity rates for one year if they win the election slated for Oct. 3, although any final decision on rates rests with the province’s independent energy regulator.
Manitoba Energy Strategy Includes Wind Power and Off-Peak Persuasion
WINNIPEG — Manitoba is looking at boosting wind power and encouraging conservation — perhaps by charging customers different rates at peak hours — as part of a new long-term energy plan at Crown-owned Manitoba Hydro.
Manitoba Hydro Reaches Tentative Agreement with Union
WINNIPEG — Manitoba Hydro has reached a tentative agreement with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 2034.
Manitoba Hydro Braces for Potential Workers’ Strike
WINNIPEG — Manitoba Hydro electrical workers could walk off the job after their union rejected the public utility’s latest contract offer.
Manitoba Hydro Among Employers Fined by Province
Manitoba Hydro has been fined by the province over an injury to a worker during an incident four years ago.
Arcing Electrical Lines Spark St. Boniface Grass Fire
WINNIPEG — A grass fire Sunday afternoon in the St. Boniface Industrial Park was caused by arcing electrical lines.
Manitoba Hydro Asks PUB for Reduced Rate Hike
WINNIPEG — Manitobans could be seeing a smaller increase in their utility bill than originally planned next year.
Manitoba Suspends New Cryptocurrency Operations, Citing High Energy Demand
WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government is temporarily halting any new connections of cryptocurrency operations to the hydroelectric grid, citing a potential for overwhelming energy demands and low economic return.
Section of Osborne Street Closing for Construction
WINNIPEG — A section of Osborne Street is closing this weekend to accommodate construction.
Manitoba Government Cuts Crown Utility Fees, Could Keep Energy Rates Low
WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government is sharply cutting fees it charges its Crown-owned energy utility in a move that could keep electricity rates down with an election less than a year away.
