Winnipeg, MB - The City of Winnipeg, in partnership with the Winnipeg School Division, is piloting a new water safety education program called "Swimming Counts" to provide swimming lessons to students as part of their school curriculum.

Winnipeg, MB - The City of Winnipeg's latest Financial Status Report cites a year-end projected surplus in the tax-supported operating budget (General Revenue Fund) of $8.7 million as at November 30, 2017, and represents a $7.0 million improvement over the October projections. The increase in forecasted surplus from October projections is largely due to an improvement in projected net taxes added from new properties to the property tax roll and changes adding value to existing properties such as renovations.

Winnipeg, MB - Water crews are working to repair a large water main break on Dawson Road North between Marion Street and Lagimodiere Boulevard. This water main break was the cause of the closure of Marion Street between Dawson Road North and Lagimodiere Boulevard early this morning.

Winnipeg, MB - Since July 24, 2017, the City has been testing back-in, angled parking stalls on the south side of Bannatyne Avenue between Rorie Street and Waterfront Drive to increase on-street parking spaces in the Exchange District.

By changing the parallel parking stalls to back-in, angled parking, 10 additional parking stalls were added to this section of Bannatyne.

Winnipeg, MB - Winnipeggers are invited to attend an information session to view and provide feedback on the detailed design and construction plans for the Fermor Avenue bridge rehabilitation and roadworks project ahead of work expected to begin in spring 2018.

Winnipeg, MB - Starting this Sunday, January 7 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., the Living Prairie Museum will be open for Snowshoe Sundays on the first and last Sunday of each month through February, weather permitting.

These activity days will be fun for the whole family with free snowshoe rentals. No experience is necessary. Snowshoes are loaned out on a first come, first served basis.

Winnipeg, MB - Winter 2018 Leisure Guide activities are starting soon, but there is still time to register. The Leisure Guide offers exciting options for all ages, including a variety of activities to help you get active and healthy. From Aquatics to Zumba – the Leisure Guide is your one stop shop for winter fun and fitness for the whole family.

Winnipeg, MB – The public is advised that new Transit and Handi-Transit fares take effect on January 1, 2018.

Full and Handi-Transit cash fares will be $2.95. Reduced and Senior cash fares will be $2.45. New rates for tickets and passes will also be in effect January 1, 2018.

2017 bus tickets (plus applicable cash difference) will be accepted until March 31, 2018.

2018 Fares

Winnipeg, MB - The City of Winnipeg is inviting members of the public to come in and warm up in civic facilities during operating hours as extremely cold temperatures continue.

City facilities that can provide a comfortable place to warm-up include City Hall, Winnipeg Public Libraries, swimming pools, and Leisure Centres.

Winnipeg, MB - The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service reminds citizens that even though temperatures have dropped, the winter season can still present fire hazards.

Follow these tips to keep your home and family safe:

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