Winnipeg, MB – The preliminary 2021 Balanced Budget Update continues to prioritize record funding into road renewal in Winnipeg.

“Our record investment in roads not only builds on year-over-year funding increases to address our infrastructure deficit, but also makes a significant commitment to the economy and specifically the construction industry during these challenging financial times,” said Jeff Browaty, Chairperson of the Standing Policy Committee on Innovation and Economic Development.

Winnipeg, MB – Building on the decisions made during the multi-year balanced budget process earlier this year, support for public transit is once again prioritized as part of the Preliminary 2021 Balanced Budget Update.

Winnipeg, MB – At 8:47 p.m. on December 2, 2020, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) responded to reports of a fire in a one-storey home in the 900 block of Consol Avenue.

When crews arrived on scene, they encountered smoke coming from the home. Crews launched an offensive attack, declaring the fire under control at 9:31 p.m.

Crews searched the home and no occupants were found. Two dogs were located deceased in the home. No injuries were reported.

The cause of the fire is under investigation. No damage estimates are available.

Winnipeg, MB – 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.

Winnipeg, MB – Building on the decisions made during the multi-year balanced budget process earlier this year, investments in community services continue to be a focus of the Preliminary 2021 Balanced Budget Update.

Winnipeg, MB – 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.

“We can all use little bit more happy in our day and the Winnipeg Wellness Fund is a great way to support community wellness projects that give us some happiness this winter,” said John Orlikow, Deputy Mayor.

City’s financial position significantly aided by COVID-19 Crisis Cash Flow Management Plan and federal Safe Restart funds

Winnipeg, MB – The preliminary 2021 Balanced Budget Update provides significant funding investments into combined sewer overflows, water and sewer main renewals, and a water meter renewal program as part of the $2.3 billion capital investment plan that will help protect the environment and help our city grow into the future.

$37 million in impact fees with accrued interest to be refunded beginning November 30

Winnipeg, MB – The City of Winnipeg will begin issuing impact fee refund payments with accrued interest today.

Parking will be prohibited on snow routes between 2 a.m. and 7 a.m.

Winnipeg, MB – The City of Winnipeg's Annual Snow Route Parking Ban will take effect at 2 a.m. on Tuesday, December 1, 2020. Residents are reminded to not park their vehicles on streets designated as snow routes between 2 a.m. and 7 a.m. until the ban lifts on Monday, March 1, 2021.