Winnipeg, MB – Councillor Matt Allard (St. Boniface) has been appointed to Executive Policy Committee (EPC) replacing outgoing member Councillor Marty Morantz (Charleswood-Tuxedo-Whyte Ridge) Mayor Brian Bowman announced today.

Winnipeg, MB – The City of Winnipeg is accepting applications to be a member of the Vehicles for Hire Advisory Committee. The City recognizes the need for ongoing dialogue to ensure vehicles for hire issues are dealt with in a manner most relevant to passengers and those working in the industry. Advisory committee members will discuss vehicles for hire and provide their input directly to the Winnipeg Parking Authority.

Winnipeg, MB – To kick off International Compost Awareness Week on Sunday, May 6, 2018, the City of Winnipeg is giving away free compost at all three 4R Winnipeg Depot locations. Residents will have the opportunity to take home up to 100 litres of compost per vehicle that they can use for their lawns, gardens and plants, while quantities last.

Winnipeg, MB - The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service reminds all residents that all open-air fires are temporarily prohibited due to the extreme dry weather conditions in the Winnipeg area which increases the risk of dangerous fires, such as grass, brush, and wildfires. The ban has been extended to fires in approved outdoor receptacles on public or private property.

The ban will be lifted when environmental conditions improve.

Winnipeg, MB - To accommodate the Winnipeg Whiteout Street Party, along with associated set-up and take-down, the following streets will be closed from 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 3 until 1:00 a.m. on Friday, May 4:

Winnipeg, MB - Mayor Brian Bowman announced today that 14 City-owned community centres will receive funding for renovations.

“The City of Winnipeg’s Community Centre Renovation Grant is making a positive difference in our communities through investing in important gathering places,” said Mayor Brian Bowman. “I’m pleased to see investments in improvements and upgrades through this grant so Winnipeggers can continue to enjoy these spaces well into the future.”

Winnipeg, MB - At an event this morning, Mayor Brian Bowman and Councillor Mike Pagtakhan officially broke ground on the new Freight House Recreation Centre spray pad.

“Spray pads are a great way to cool off during Winnipeg’s hot summer months,” said Mayor Brian Bowman. “A spray pad at Freight House Recreation Centre will provide an affordable recreation option for summer activities for families and children, and I am pleased we were able to support its construction this year.”

Winnipeg, MB - The City of Winnipeg announced today that the campaign period for Winnipeggers seeking election to the Office of Mayor is officially open.

The 2018 City of Winnipeg Municipal and School Boards Election will be held on Wednesday, October 24, 2018. Eligible voters will have the opportunity to cast ballots for Mayor, Councillors, and School Trustees.

Winnipeg, MB - Due to dry weather conditions in the Winnipeg area which increase the risk of dangerous fires, such as grass, brush and wildfires, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) reminds all residents that all open-air fires are temporarily prohibited.

Winnipeg, MB - Due to low ground moisture and high winds in the city, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service is placing a temporary ban on issuing open-air burn permits in order to prevent the accidental spread of fire, as per The City of Winnipeg - Fire Prevention By-Law No. 150/2004. This ban will be lifted as soon as environmental conditions improve.