The province and Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs have started the process of hiring workers to help search a landfill for the remains of two victims of a serial killer. It’s believed the remains of Morgan Harris and Marcedes Myran were taken to Prairie Green landfill north of Winnipeg in the spring of 2022.
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New regulations to allow Manitobans to grow up to 4 pot plants in their homes won’t kick-in until early in the new year. A key part of the legislation is ensuring seeds and starting materials are purchased from licensed retailers. Once the regulations are approved – the government will gather public feedback.
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Assiniboine College has been awarded a bronze medal for Indigenous education. They received the recognition from the World Federation of Colleges and Polytechnics at its annual world congress.
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Canada’s fertility rate has hit an all-time low – 1.26 children per woman in 2023. Stats-Canada attributes the low rate to the pandemic, which had many families putting off having children, also the high cost of living – and changes to lifestyles and the workplace.
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We won’t be using a digital loonie anytime soon. The Bank of Canada says it doesn’t see a compelling case for moving forward with a digital dollar – and is scaling back plans. It says any future decisions on bringing in digital currency is in the hands of Parliament.
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The Conservatives first attempt to topple Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government has failed – but more votes are on the horizon. The NDP and Bloc joined the Liberals in voting against the non-confidence motion.
At least two more votes are expected before Christmas.
