COVID-19 media releases

March 8, 2022 - City of Winnipeg resuming various in-person inspections and other services

The City of Winnipeg is set to resume various in-person inspections in the coming weeks. Residents will be screened for symptoms prior to their appointments and City employees are required to wear a mask during their visit.

February 25, 2022 - City of Winnipeg now accepting temporary patio program registrations for summer operation

The City is now accepting registrations for summer operation in the temporary patio program that will allow eligible businesses to operate a temporary patio space from April 1, 2022 to October 31, 2022.

February 23, 2022 - City of Winnipeg outlines plan to address anticipated changes to provincial Public Health Orders

The City of Winnipeg has outlined potential changes to its operations, programs, and services in anticipation of the next set of provincial Public Health Orders.

December 22, 2021 - City of Winnipeg suspending various in-home inspections until further notice

Due to the rising number of positive COVID-19 cases in the community, the City of Winnipeg is suspending in-home, non-emergency inspections, effective today, until further notice.

December 20, 2021 - City of Winnipeg announces COVID-19 vaccine requirement for all City staff

Today, the City of Winnipeg announced an expanded COVID-19 vaccine requirement which will now apply to all City employees.

November 10, 2021 - City continues commitment to protecting health and safety during COVID–19

Today, the City of Winnipeg announced two new initiatives in our continued commitment to protecting the health and safety of our residents and employees, in addition to providing an update on the status of the City’s vaccine program.

October 29, 2021 - City of Winnipeg announces education, COVID-19 rapid testing for employees in designated positions

Over the past six weeks, the City of Winnipeg has been rolling out its vaccine program, which requires COVID-19 vaccination for front-line employees who have ongoing contact with vulnerable residents, including children under 12, or work in high-risk settings with direct, ongoing contact with the public.

October 19, 2021 - City proposes COVID-19 Economic Response and Recovery Plan for consideration by Council

The City of Winnipeg is proposing a two-year COVID-19 Economic Response and Recovery Plan for consideration by Council with the tools to guide prioritization of strategies and actions, based on OurWinnipeg principles, to promote job and economic growth, equity and resiliency.

October 18, 2021 - Enforcement of time-limited parking on residential streets resumes November 1

As part of the City of Winnipeg’s response to COVID-19, enforcement of time limits on all residential streets (except those around Deer Lodge Centre) has been relaxed since March 28, 2020.

October 1, 2021 - City extending temporary patio program through winter

The City of Winnipeg is making temporary patio registration available to eligible businesses through the winter with additional operating requirements.

September 14, 2021 - City of Winnipeg announces COVID-19 vaccine requirement for front-line staff

Today, the City of Winnipeg announced a COVID-19 vaccine requirement for front-line employees who have ongoing contact with vulnerable residents, including children under 12, or work in high-risk settings with direct, ongoing contact with the public.

September 2, 2021 - Proof of immunization required at select City of Winnipeg operated facilities, for in-person programming

In accordance with provincial public health orders announced today, proof of immunization is required to visit City-operated pools, fitness and leisure centres, and arenas beginning September 3, 2021.

August 26, 2021 - City of Winnipeg’s Fall Leisure Guide now available

The City of Winnipeg’s Fall 2021 Leisure Guide, Leisure Guide Skating brochure, and Leisure Guide Swimming brochure are now available for viewing online . Registration for all fall activities begins Tuesday, August 31 at 8 a.m. for Winnipeg residents.

August 13, 2021 - City of Winnipeg resuming various in-person inspections and other services

The City of Winnipeg is set to resume a number of services, in accordance with the Provincial Public Health Orders.

August 6, 2021 - Face masks continue to be required in City-operated facilities and vehicles, including Winnipeg Transit

As part of our commitment to protecting the health and safety of our residents and employees, the City of Winnipeg will continue to require face masks in all City-operated facilities and vehicles, including while riding Winnipeg Transit.

July 27, 2021 - Additional City of Winnipeg services set to resume

The City of Winnipeg is set to resume a number of services, in accordance with the Provincial Public Health Orders.

July 21, 2021 - Winnipeg Public Library to expand services on Monday, July 26

On Monday, July 26, 2021, the Winnipeg Public Library will expand services at all of its branches in accordance with provincial public health guidelines.

July 7, 2021 - Select City of Winnipeg fitness centres and indoor pools to reopen

The City of Winnipeg is reopening select fitness centres and indoor pools at reduced capacity, and resuming limited indoor programming at these facilities on Monday, July 12, 2021, in accordance with provincial public health guidelines.

June 25, 2021 - City of Winnipeg offering Leisure Guide programming this summer

In the spirit of the new public health orders announced on June 23, as part of a phased-in resumption of service, the City of Winnipeg is offering Summer 2021 Leisure Guide programming, featuring children’s day camps and active living classes. 

June 16, 2021 - City of Winnipeg outdoor pools and wading pools set to open in the coming weeks

The City of Winnipeg is set to open outdoor pools beginning June 25, 2021, and wading pools beginning July 1, 2021 in accordance with current provincial public health orders. To support the resumption of services, we are recalling approximately 360 Community Services Department staff members who were temporarily redeployed or laid off.

June 3, 2021 - City of Winnipeg spray pads to begin opening June 3

In response to extreme heat in the forecast, and in consideration of the Province of Manitoba’s public health orders issued June 2, 2021, the City of Winnipeg will be opening spray pads for residents who need them as an option to provide some relief from the heat.

May 28, 2021 - City opens second intake of COVID-19 Economic Support Grant Program

The City of Winnipeg has opened a second intake of the COVID-19 Economic Support Grant Program in order to assist Winnipeg small businesses and not-for-profit organizations that have been forced to restrict access to their premises due to COVID-19 public health restrictions that came into effect on May 9, 2021 or thereafter.

May 21, 2021 - Temporary changes coming to City of Winnipeg golf courses, parks, open spaces, and playgrounds

In consideration of the changes to the Province of Manitoba’s public health orders announced on May 20, the City of Winnipeg will be instituting temporary changes at our golf courses, parks, open spaces, and playgrounds.

May 19, 2021 - City of Winnipeg resumes Community Service Ambassador program

In an effort to encourage voluntary compliance with the Province of Manitoba’s public health orders, we are resuming our Community Service Ambassador (CSA) program and increasing the number of By-Law Enforcement Officers dedicated to COVID-19 enforcement activities.

May 12, 2021 - Winnipeg Public Library provides contactless holds pickup and return service

The Winnipeg Public Library will begin providing contactless holds pickup and return service at all 20 branches beginning Thursday, May 13, 2021, including at the newly renovated Cornish Library.

May 7, 2021 - City of Winnipeg to suspend services in response to new public health orders

As part of our commitment to ensuring the health and safety of our residents and employees, and in consideration of changes announced this evening to the Province of Manitoba’s public health orders, the City of Winnipeg is suspending all of its recreation and leisure programs and services, including Leisure Guide programming, and closing all City-owned and operated recreation facilities, gyms, indoor pools, arenas, and libraries effective end of regular operations tonight, and until further notice.

April 30, 2021 - Additions to Sunday/holiday bike routes coming soon

The much-anticipated Enhanced Summer Bike Program (formerly Open Streets) is coming soon to a neighbourhood near almost all Winnipeggers.

April 25, 2021 - Public advised of potential COVID-19 exposure at Animal Services Agency

The public is advised of a potential COVID-19 exposure at Animal Services Agency (1057 Logan Ave.) on April 20, 2021, between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

March 16, 2021 - City of Winnipeg reopening indoor pools, offering Leisure Guide programming this spring

The City of Winnipeg’s indoor pools previously closed due to COVID-19 restrictions will begin reopening to members of the public on Monday, March 29, 2021 at 25 percent capacity for aquatic sports groups, lane swimming, aquatic fitness classes, and limited public swimming.

March 11, 2021 - City of Winnipeg changing library holds pick-up service, select arenas to reopen March 15

On Monday, March 15, the City of Winnipeg is changing holds pick-up service at its libraries and reopening select arenas.

March 5, 2021 - Mayor Bowman Announces Plans to Honour the Lives of Winnipeggers Lost to COVID-19

Today, Mayor Brian Bowman announced plans for a temporary memorial that will honour the Winnipeg lives lost as a result of the pandemic.

March 4, 2021 - City of Winnipeg extending temporary patio registration program

The City of Winnipeg is extending the temporary patio registration program through the upcoming summer season.

February 24, 2021 - City of Winnipeg fitness facilities to re-open for limited service, additional libraries to open and extend hours of operation

The City of Winnipeg is reopening a number of recreation and leisure facilities previously closed due to COVID-19, and recalling approximately 75 temporary, part-time employees who were previously laid off to support the reopening of these facilities.

February 3, 2021 - Winnipeg Public Library opening additional branches for contactless holds pick-up and returns

The Winnipeg Public Library will begin reopening all of its branches beginning March 1, 2021 for contactless holds pick-up service and returns, with the exception of the Cornish Library which is closed for renovations.

January 27, 2021 - Winnipeg Public Library to recall employees to improve contactless pick-up service

Due to the popularity of the Winnipeg Public Library’s contactless pick-up service, the City of Winnipeg is recalling 91 temporary, part-time employees who were laid off due to COVID-19 closures. The affected employees are anticipated to return to work beginning February 8, 2021.

December 21, 2020 - City launches Winnipeg COVID-19 Economic Support Grant Program

The City of Winnipeg has launched the Winnipeg COVID-19 Economic Support Grant Program in order to assist Winnipeg small businesses and not-for-profit organizations that have been forced to prohibit access to their premises due to COVID-19 public health restrictions effective November 12, 2020 or thereafter.

December 2, 2020 - Counselling supports added for paramedics and firefighters in recognition of the stress caused by the pandemic

In recognition of the added toll the pandemic is taking on our Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) first-responders working on the front-lines, the preliminary 2021 Budget Update adds $250,000 for counselling and other supports.

December 2, 2020 - Preliminary 2021 Budget Update proposes the creation of Winnipeg Wellness Fund to address physical, mental and emotional distress caused by the pandemic

A Winnipeg Wellness Fund has been proposed as part of the preliminary 2021 Balanced Budget Update that would support community initiatives to help reduce the physical, mental, and emotional distress caused by the pandemic.

November 27, 2020 - $3 Million COVID-19 Economic Support Grant Program will provide assistance to businesses and not-for-profit organizations

A $3 million grant program is being proposed as part of the preliminary 2021 Balanced Budget Update to assist Winnipeg small businesses and not-for-profit organizations ordered to temporarily cease operations or close their physically accessible locations by the provincial government’s public health orders that took effect on November 12, 2020.

November 25, 2020 - City of Winnipeg reopening limited library services & postponing Winter Leisure Guide

On October 31, all City-owned and operated recreation facilities, gyms, indoor pools, arenas, and libraries were closed until further notice due to the Winnipeg Metropolitan Region being elevated to Critical (Red) on the provincial Pandemic Response System.

November 10, 2020 - Playgrounds, skate parks, and other outdoor recreation amenities to close in response to COVID-19

As part of our commitment to ensuring the health and safety of our residents and employees, and in consideration of Winnipeg being elevated to Critical (Red) in the Province of Manitoba's Pandemic Response System, the City of Winnipeg is closing all City-owned and operated playgrounds, skate parks, and recreational sports fields effective immediately.

October 30, 2020 - City of Winnipeg’s response to Critical (Red) status

As part of our commitment to ensuring the health and safety of our residents and employees, and in consideration of Winnipeg being elevated to Critical (Red) in the Province of Manitoba’s Pandemic Response System, the City of Winnipeg is suspending all of its recreation and leisure programs and services, including Leisure Guide programming, and closing all City-owned and operated recreation facilities, gyms, indoor pools, arenas, and libraries effective Saturday, October 31 until further notice.

October 29, 2020 - Public advised of potential COVID-19 exposures on Winnipeg Transit

Manitoba Health, Seniors and Active Living has indicated of potential COVID-19 exposures on Winnipeg Transit on Tuesday, October 20 and Wednesday, October 21.

October 28, 2020 - Public advised of potential COVID-19 exposure on Winnipeg Transit

Manitoba Health, Seniors and Active Living has indicated of a potential COVID-19 exposure on Winnipeg Transit on Tuesday, October 20.

October 27, 2020 - WPS Members Test Positive for COVID-19

Two members of the Winnipeg Police Service have tested positive for COVID-19. The officers work in Central Division at the downtown Headquarters Building at 245 Smith Street.

October 26, 2020 - Public advised of potential COVID-19 exposures on Winnipeg Transit

Manitoba Health, Seniors and Active Living has indicated of potential COVID-19 exposures on Winnipeg Transit on Friday, October 16, Saturday October 17, and Sunday October 18 on route 55.

October 24, 2020 - Public advised of potential COVID-19 exposures on Winnipeg Transit

Manitoba Health, Seniors and Active Living has indicated of a potential COVID-19 exposure on Winnipeg Transit on Wednesday, October 21.

October 23, 2020 - Public advised of potential COVID-19 exposure on Winnipeg Transit

Manitoba Health, Seniors and Active Living has indicated of a potential COVID-19 exposure on Winnipeg Transit on Friday, October 16.

October 19, 2020 - Public advised of potential COVID-19 exposures on Winnipeg Transit

Manitoba Health, Seniors and Active Living has indicated of potential COVID-19 exposures on Winnipeg Transit on Monday, October 5.

October 16, 2020 - City of Winnipeg suspending various in-home inspections until further notice

Due to the rising number of positive COVID-19 cases in the community, the City of Winnipeg is suspending in-home, non-emergency inspections, effective Monday, October 19, 2020 until further notice.

October 15, 2020 - Public advised of potential COVID-19 exposures on Winnipeg Transit

Manitoba Health, Seniors and Active Living has indicated of potential COVID-19 exposures on Winnipeg Transit on Monday, October 5 and Tuesday, October 6.

October 11, 2020 - Public advised of potential COVID-19 exposures on Winnipeg Transit

Manitoba Health, Seniors and Active Living has indicated of potential COVID-19 exposures on Winnipeg Transit on Friday, October 9.

October 5, 2020 - Fire Prevention Week goes virtual amid COVID-19 considerations

The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) invites all residents to mark Fire Prevention Week, October 4 to 10, by learning more about kitchen and fire safety on a new webpage with interactive safety resources for all ages.

October 2, 2020 - Public advised of potential COVID-19 exposure on Winnipeg Transit

Manitoba Health, Seniors and Active Living has indicated a bus passenger who has since tested positive for COVID-19 rode Transit on two occasions.

September 29, 2020 - City to assess and collect penalties and interest for late payments of various fees and fines

Effective October 1, 2020, the City of Winnipeg will begin assessing and collecting penalties and interest for late payments of various fees and fines, including for ambulance bills, parking tickets, and water bills, among others. This does not apply to penalties for unpaid property and business taxes, as these can still be paid late until November 30, 2020 without penalty.

September 22, 2020 - Public advised of potential COVID-19 exposure on Winnipeg Transit

Manitoba Health, Seniors and Active Living has indicated a bus passenger who has since tested positive for COVID-19 rode Transit on two occasions.

September 21, 2020 - Public advised of potential COVID-19 exposure on Winnipeg Transit

Manitoba Health, Seniors and Active Living has indicated a bus passenger who has since tested positive for COVID-19 rode Transit on Tuesday, September 15.

September 20, 2020 - Public advised of potential COVID-19 exposure on Winnipeg Transit

Manitoba Health, Seniors and Active Living has indicated a Winnipeg Transit passenger has tested positive for COVID-19.

September 18, 2020 - Winnipeg Public Library to expand services beginning Monday, September 21

On Monday, September 21, 2020, Winnipeg Public Library will expand services at all of its branches to include collection browsing, limited computer use, self-pick-up of holds, and printing and photocopying.

September 12, 2020 - Public advised of potential COVID-19 exposure on Winnipeg Transit routes

Manitoba Health, Seniors and Active Living has indicated a bus passenger who has since tested positive for COVID-19 rode Transit on multiple occasions between August 31 and September 2.

September 9, 2020 - Public advised of potential COVID-19 exposure on Winnipeg Transit bus

Based on information provided by Manitoba Health, including time, date and location, Winnipeg Transit has confirmed a potential exposure to COVID-19 on a bus on Tuesday, September 8, 2020.

September 9, 2020 - City releases Financial Status and Forecast Report to June 30, 2020 and updated economic analysis on impacts of COVID-19

The City of Winnipeg has released the Financial Status and Forecast Report to June 30, 2020 and also updated its analysis of the potential economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on Winnipeg.

September 4, 2020 - City of Winnipeg offering reduced Leisure Guide programming this fall

The City of Winnipeg is offering reduced Leisure Guide programming this fall.

September 2, 2020 - City employee tests positive for COVID-19

A City of Winnipeg employee in the Public Works Department has tested positive for COVID-19.

August 28, 2020 - Additional City of Winnipeg recreation and leisure facilities to re-open, services expanded

Beginning Tuesday, September 8, additional recreation and leisure facilities previously closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic will re-open.

August 28, 2020 - Face masks required in City-operated facilities and vehicles, including onboard Transit vehicles

As part of our commitment to ensure the health and safety of our residents and employees, effective Saturday, August 29, 2020 the City of Winnipeg is requiring that all individuals entering City-operated facilities or using City vehicles, including Winnipeg Transit or Winnipeg Transit Plus, must wear a face mask as a means to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 in our community.

August 4, 2020 - City of Winnipeg reopening additional facilities and wading pools

As of July 30, all staff from the Community Services Department who were temporarily laid off as a result of COVID-19 have been recalled. The final group of recalls was completed enabling the City to reopen a number of recreation facilities.

July 17, 2020 - City of Winnipeg recalling employees in preparation for resumption of Transit service

Due to a steady increase in Transit ridership over the past few weeks, the City of Winnipeg will immediately begin recalling the approximately 120 Winnipeg Transit Operators and 41 Operators-in-Training who were temporarily laid off to prepare for the resumption of summer Transit service.

July 17, 2020 - Registration for swim & fitness blocks for Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex & Pan Am Pool now open

Starting today, you can register for two-hour public swim, lap swim and fitness blocks at the Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex and Pan Am Pool.

July 7, 2020 - City of Winnipeg recalling additional employees in preparation for resumption of more services

The City of Winnipeg will be recalling approximately 195 Community Services Department employees to prepare for the resumption of additional services.

June 30, 2020 - City outdoor pools and wading pools set to begin opening on July 3

Select outdoor pools and wading pools are scheduled to open to the public as early as July 3, with staggered openings for locations throughout the city.

June 25, 2020 - City of Winnipeg to resume limited day camps, extend temporary patio registrations

Select City of Winnipeg summer day camps for preschool, children and youth are expected to start the week of July 6. Registration for limited day camps will begin on Friday, June 26 at 8 a.m.

June 19, 2020 - Several City of Winnipeg services set to resume June 22

The City of Winnipeg is set to resume a number of services effective June 22, in accordance with the Province of Manitoba’s Restoring Safe Services plan.

June 16, 2020 - Several City of Winnipeg services and programs set to resume in the coming days and weeks

The City of Winnipeg is set to resume a number of services and programs in the coming days and weeks, in accordance with the Province of Manitoba’s Restoring Safe Services plan.

June 11, 2020 - Winnipeg Public Library to partially reopen five additional branches and expand services and hours of operation

On Monday, June 22, five additional Winnipeg Public Library (WPL) branches are set to partially reopen.

June 11, 2020 - City’s annual bicycle auction to be held online this year

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s unclaimed bicycle auction will be held online. 

June 2, 2020 - City of Winnipeg spray pads to begin opening June 3

The City of Winnipeg is opening 18 of its 21 stand-alone spray pads beginning Wednesday, June 3, in accordance with the Province of Manitoba’s Restoring Safe Services plan.

May 26, 2020 - Winnipeg Public Library provides holds pick-up service at Millennium, Henderson and Pembina Trail branches

The Winnipeg Public Library has released details of the first phase of restored services in response to the Province of Manitoba’s Restoring Safe Services plan by reopening three branches for holds pick-up service only.

May 1, 2020 - City offers temporary patio approvals to local restaurants for participation in first phase of restored services

The City of Winnipeg has released details of a temporary patio approval process available for local restaurants in response to the Province of Manitoba’s Restoring Safe Services plan.

May 1, 2020 - Annual water meter reading program cancelled

Due to concerns about COVID-19, the City of Winnipeg Water and Waste Department’s annual water meter reading program has been cancelled for 2020.

May 1, 2020 - City of Winnipeg announces measures to enhance local food security

During this global pandemic, it is important to ensure that Winnipeggers continue to have access to fresh, local food.

April 30, 2020 - City of Winnipeg to resume some services

The City of Winnipeg is announcing the resumption of some services, in response to the Province of Manitoba’s Restoring Safe Services plan which was released yesterday.

April 29, 2020 - Winnipeg Transit providing protective masks to operators and inspectors

In an effort to promote the health and safety of its employees, Winnipeg Transit is providing all of its operators and inspectors with reusable, washable protective masks to use while on shift.

April 24, 2020 - City expanding temporary bicycle/active transportation routes effective May 5 to May 29

In an effort to assist with social distancing requirements during the COVID-19 pandemic, the City is further extending its annual bicycle and active transportation route schedule and expanding the temporary routes to include five new streets.

April 22, 2020 - Winnipeg Transit announces service reductions

The City of Winnipeg remains committed to maintaining essential services while balancing the health, safety, and well-being of our employees and residents; however, the City also needs to be a responsible trustee of public funds and ensure prudent spending of taxpayers' money.

April 21, 2020 - City releases economic analysis and cash flow plan for the COVID-19 pandemic

Report to advise Council on potential implications on Winnipeg

April 17, 2020 - City develops new resources to inform residents of spring cleanup operations

New website with interactive map and updates to Know Your Zone app will help residents know when crews are scheduled to clean their residential streets

April 16, 2020 - United Way, City of Winnipeg, and A & O: Support Services for Older Adults Inc. partner to support older Winnipeggers

While the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact everyone in our city, the City of Winnipeg, United Way Winnipeg, and A & O: Support Services for Older Adults Inc. are announcing a new partnership to provide additional support for older Winnipeggers.

April 15, 2020 - Closure of City-owned and operated recreation centres, pools, arenas, and libraries leads to temporary lay-offs

The City of Winnipeg remains committed to maintaining essential services while balancing the health, safety, and well-being of our employees and residents; however, the City also needs to be a responsible trustee of public funds and ensure prudent spending of taxpayers’ money.

April 14, 2020 - City updates processes to accommodate electronic meetings of Council and Committees of Council

Following adoption of a motion at the Special Meeting of City Council on April 3, Council will temporarily hold electronic meetings of Council and Committees of Council through April and May.

April 14, 2020 - Update on the City's COVID-19 enforcement measures

The City's Community Service Ambassadors (CSAs) and By-Law Enforcement Officers conducted 234 patrols in City of Winnipeg parks, open spaces, and athletic fields throughout the city since Saturday, April 11.

April 9, 2020 - City of Winnipeg issues new order within City-owned parks and launches Community Service Ambassadors program

Today, the City of Winnipeg launched the new Community Service Ambassador (CSA) program, which will see City employees deployed in City-owned public spaces to provide information to residents on COVID-19 and the measures being recommended by Manitoba Health, beginning Saturday, April 11, 2020.

April 3, 2020 - Winnipeg declares state of local emergency

Today, Council voted unanimously to declare a state of local emergency for Winnipeg in response to the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic.

April 3, 2020 - Council Approves Unprecedented Relief Plan on Property and Business Taxpayers to Ease Financial Burden of Covid-19 on Property and Business Taxpayers

At a Special Meeting of Council today, efforts to ease the financial burden of COVID-19 on Winnipeg homeowners and businesses were approved by Council.

April 2, 2020 - Winnipeg City Hall closed to the public

The City of Winnipeg remains committed to maintaining essential services while balancing the health, safety, and well-being of our employees and residents. We are acting on the advice of experts and taking their instructions seriously.

March 31, 2020 - City opening bicycle/active transportation routes effective April 6 - May 3

The City of Winnipeg remains committed to maintaining essential services while balancing the health, safety, and well-being of our employees and residents.

March 28, 2020 - 2020 School Trustee By-Election officially cancelled

In accordance with section 119(3) of the Municipal Councils and School Boards Elections Act, the Senior Election Official has declared the results of the School Trustee By-Election for Winnipeg School Division Wards 3 and 4 to be invalid.

March 27, 2020 - City of Winnipeg COVID-19 Update #4

The City of Winnipeg remains committed to maintaining essential services while balancing the health, safety, and well-being of our employees and residents.

March 27, 2020 - Statement from Mayor Brian Bowman in Response to the First Local Loss of Life Related to Covid-19

Statement from Mayor Bowman in response to the first local loss of life related to COVID-19.

March 24, 2020 - Mayor Bowman Announces COVID-19 Business Task Force

Today, Mayor Brian Bowman announced the establishment of the Mayor’s COVID-19 Business Task Force to consider the COVID-19 related impacts being felt by our business community.

March 20, 2020 - City continues to reduce non-essential services

The City of Winnipeg remains committed to maintaining essential services while balancing the health, safety, and well-being of our employees and residents.

March 18, 2020 - City suspends non-essential in home appointments and further reduces non-essential services

The City of Winnipeg remains committed to maintaining essential services, while balancing the health, safety, and well-being of our employees and residents.

March 17, 2020 - Extra precautions put into place to accommodate public delegations presenting to Executive Policy Committee

In response to recent measures recommended by Manitoba Health, Seniors and Active living (Manitoba Health), the City of Winnipeg is taking extra precautions during tomorrow’s meeting of the Executive Policy Committee (EPC), specifically as it relates to public delegations appearing to speak on the City’s Preliminary 2020-2023 Operating and Capital budgets.

March 17, 2020 - 2020 School Trustee By-Election suspended until further notice

In consultation with the Winnipeg School Division, and in accordance with section 102(1) of the Municipal Councils and School Boards Elections Act, the Senior Election Official has declared voting for the School Trustee By-Election for Winnipeg School Division Wards 3 and 4, to be suspended at all voting locations.

March 14, 2020 - Proactive rescheduling of Council and Committee meetings in response to COVID-19

In response to COVID-19 and in an effort to better align with measures being taken by the Provincial Government, Council and Committee meetings over the coming weeks will be rescheduled, Mayor Brian Bowman announced today.

March 14, 2020 - City of Winnipeg’s response to COVID-19

The City of Winnipeg remains committed to maintaining essential services for our residents, while balancing the health, safety, and well-being of our employees and residents.

March 12, 2020 - Statement from Mayor Brian Bowman in Response to the First Presumptive Positive Case of COVID-19 in Winnipeg

Statement from Mayor Bowman in response to the first presumptive positive case of COVID-19 in Winnipeg.

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