Ottawa’s temporary fuel‑tax pause takes effect today, cutting gas by about 10 cents per litre and diesel by four cents until Labour Day to ease rising pump prices. The Conservatives say the break should run until year‑end and are calling for additional federal fuel policies to be rolled back.
Peguis First Nation has declared a state of emergency as rising temperatures push the Fisher River higher. Chief Stan Bird says an evacuation plan is being finalized and is urging residents to stay calm as conditions develop.
Tensions escalated again in the Strait of Hormuz after Iran re‑restricted ship traffic just hours after signalling openness. U.S. forces continue enforcing a naval blockade, leaving global shipping unsettled as ceasefire talks stall.
Manitoba’s population grew by 17,558 people last year, a 1.18% increase that pushed the province past 1.5 million residents. StatsCan says international migration remains the main driver, offsetting losses to other provinces, while Alberta led the country in net interprovincial migration.
Canada’s inflation rate rose to 3.3% in March, up from 2.4% in February, driven largely by oil‑price spikes linked to the Iran conflict.
Manitoba added 45 new measles cases last week, bringing the province to about 60% of Canada’s total. Westman’s numbers remain lower, but health officials warn the region is not in the clear.
Brandon’s spring street‑sweeping program is underway, running 6–8 weeks and clearing hundreds of loads of winter sand. Residents are reminded to watch for no‑parking signs to avoid tickets or towing. CLICK HERE for more information on when routes will be cleaned.
Green‑bin collection resumes the week of April 28, despite many residents already starting spring yard work in the warm weather.
Brandon is one of six cities selected for Speed Skating Canada’s Medals on Tour. A public skate with Olympic medalists Valérie Maltais and Anders Johnson takes place tomorrow at 5 p.m. at the Sportsplex, with autographs to follow.
Today is the final day to register for Brandon’s free City‑Wide Yard Sale, happening May 22–23 west of 18th Street and May 29–30 east of 18th. Get more details on how to register here.
