Work has started at Prairie Green Landfill near Winnipeg in the search for the remains of Morgan Harris and Marcedes Myran – victims of a serial killer. The government says a heated search facility at the landfill is almost complete, and materials above the targeted zone are being moved. Workers will begin sifting through that material in December.
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A new report suggests around 10.3 million Canadians are exposed to dangerous radon gas inside their homes. It forms naturally when radioactive metals break down in rocks, soil and groundwater – and is the second-largest contributor to lung cancer worldwide. It’s recommended you install a radon detector – and take measures to remove the gas.
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You’re being encouraged to dig into your closet and donate warm winter wear you no longer need to Coats for Kids. The United Way in Manitoba says requests are already pouring in, and they could use donations of gently used coats, ski pants, toques and mittens for both children and adults. In Brandon, you can donate at this weekend’s Wheat Kings games.
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A recall has been issued for certain clothing items sold at Giant Tiger stores over high levels of lead. The affected products include two-piece shorts sets from ‘Real Love Girls’ sold between May and October. Health Canada says the buttons on the shorts contain lead in excess of allowable limits.
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The Manitoba government is looking to add more liquor outlets inside food and grocery stores. The kiosks, called C-Stores, would be operated and staffed by Liquor and Lotteries employees. Right now, the province is looking for information from potential suppliers about building the stores.
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The Bank of Canada cut its key interest rate by a half a percentage point on Wednesday to 3.75% – the 4th cut in-a-row. It gives immediate relief to Canadians with variable interest rates – and is also good news for those with mortgages coming up for renewal.
