Here’s a roundup of what’s open, closed or operating on a reduced schedule in Winnipeg over the Thanksgiving long weekend.
Winnipeg Articles
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew Sticks to French for Third Day in Legislature
Manitoba’s premier spoke almost exclusively in French for the third consecutive day in the legislature on Wednesday in a move welcomed by the province’s francophone community.
Coalition to Rally for Return of 50-50 Transit Funding
A coalition of labour, environmental and community organizations is calling on the province to restore its 50-50 transit operating funding agreement.
Manitoba Labour Board Rules Dynacare Needs Essential Services Agreement
The Manitoba Labour Board has ruled that an essential services agreement is required for Dynacare, overturning a March 2026 signed consent between the company and the Manitoba Association of Health Care Professionals that said none was needed.
Gillingham Targets Winnipeg Garbage Collection in Latest Pitch
Scott Gillingham is promising improved measures to keep Winnipeg cleaner and get replacement garbage and recycling carts to homeowners faster.
Manitoba Hydro Reports $446-Million Net Loss
Manitoba Hydro posted a net loss of $446M for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, up sharply from a $63M loss the year before.
Konrad Narth Named Manitoba PC Leader as Ex-Leader Makes Conspiracy Accusations
Konrad Narth took the reins as interim leader of the Manitoba Progressive Conservatives on Tuesday, while the former party leader accused him of hosting caucus conspirators.
What’s Open and Closed on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
What’s open, closed or operating on a reduced schedule in Winnipeg for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Sept. 30.
Gillingham Pledges to Restore Fall Street Cleanup in 2027
Scott Gillingham says he will bring back the City of Winnipeg’s fall street cleanup in 2027, if he is re-elected mayor.
Manitoba Tory Leader Obby Khan Stepping Down Over Internal Party Fighting
The leader of Manitoba’s Opposition not only quit the top job Monday, he quit the entire Progressive Conservative caucus, leaving it in disarray on the eve of a new sitting.
Kinew Expands Cabinet with New Accessibility, First Responder Roles
Premier Wab Kinew has expanded cabinet with two new ministerial responsibilities focused on accessibility and first responders.
Cost of Living Front and Centre as Manitoba Legislators Return to House Tuesday
Manitoba politicians return to the house Tuesday for a sitting that is expected to focus on affordability, but will begin with questions surrounding the Opposition Progressive Conservatives.











