Winnipeg, MB – Today, the City of Winnipeg launched a new, faster, and more convenient method to register your bicycle with the introduction of an online component to its existing bike registry service.

Winnipeg, MB – Northbound Tuxedo Avenue between Corydon Avenue and Edgeland Boulevard will be closed for crane work from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday, April 22. Southbound Tuxedo Avenue will remain open while work is underway.

Pedestrian access will be maintained, and motorists should allow additional travel time to get to their destinations, and use alternate routes.

For Transit re-route and schedule information, visit winnipegtransit.com or contact 311.

Winnipeg, MB – Winnipeg's recreation and parks services and infrastructure contribute to the enjoyment and quality of life for residents and visitors. The City is facing some difficult challenges in maintaining its aging infrastructure and making new investments to meet future needs. As Winnipeg continues to grow and change, the need to make strategic, forward-thinking decisions to ensure the City can deliver high-quality recreation and parks services is essential.

Winnipeg, MB – On Sunday, April 22, at 10 p.m., crews will begin the annual city-wide spring cleanup. The entire street network, including back lanes, will be swept over the next five to six weeks. Work will initially focus on the downtown area, major routes, bridges and overpasses.

Winnipeg, MB – This year's curbside yard waste collection program will begin the week of April 30 for homes in yard waste collection area "A" and the week of May 7 for homes in yard waste collection area "B". Residents can also drop off yard waste for free at the Brady, Pacific or Panet 4R Winnipeg Depots.

Yard waste is collected at the curb once every two weeks, on the same collection day as recycling and garbage, and will continue until November.

Winnipeg, MB – Southbound Donald Street between Portage Avenue and St. Mary Avenue will be closed to accommodate the Winnipeg Whiteout Street Party, along with associated set-up and take-down, from 10:00 a.m. on Friday, April 20 until 1:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 21.

Motorists should allow additional travel time to get to their destinations, and use alternate routes such as Main Street and Osborne Street.

Winnipeg, MB – A motion directing the Public Service to implement a 'buy local' procurement procedure will be tabled at this morning's Executive Policy Committee Mayor Brian Bowman announced today.

“To support Winnipeg’s growth into the future, we must protect Winnipeg’s long-term competitiveness,” said Mayor Brian Bowman. “This means finding ways to continue supporting our local businesses who are a vital part of a growing and thriving economy.”

Winnipeg, MB – At a graduation ceremony this afternoon, Mayor Bowman was joined by Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) Chief, John Lane, to celebrate the success of the City’s 16 new firefighters from Recruit Class #1801.

“Congratulations to all the graduates of the WFPS Recruit Class #1801,” said Mayor Brian Bowman. “We are very grateful for the commitment each of you have made toward helping your fellow citizens. It takes a special kind of person to dedicate themselves to a career like this and Winnipeg is very proud of all you've accomplished. ”

Winnipeg, MB - The intersection at St. Matthews Avenue and Empress Street has been closed in all directions to pedestrian and vehicular traffic due to a suspected natural gas leak. Emergency crews are on scene with Manitoba Hydro.

Motorists and pedestrians should avoid the area, allow additional travel time to get to their destinations, and use alternate routes.

Winnipeg, MB – Southbound Donald Street between Portage Avenue and St. Mary Avenue will be closed to accommodate the Winnipeg Whiteout Street Party, along with associated set-up and take-down, from 10:00 a.m. on Friday, April 13 until 1:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 14.

Motorists should allow additional travel time to get to their destinations, and use alternate routes such as Main Street and Osborne Street.