Winnipeg, MB - Today, Thursday, June 22, 2017, the City of Winnipeg's Insect Control Branch announced the conclusion of the forest tent caterpillar control program.
In response to the emergence of forest tent caterpillar, elm spanworm and cankerworms, the Insect Control Branch undertook a control program focusing on streets that were at high risk of significant leaf damage.
Winnipeg, MB - Today, Mayor Brian Bowman and Speaker Devi Sharma, joined by former Mayor Susan Thompson, officially unveiled the newly named Susan A. Thompson Building located on the City Hall Campus at 510 Main Street.
Winnipeg, MB - The City of Winnipeg is working to improve safety and flow of traffic at the Plessis Road and Transcona Boulevard/Kildare Avenue West intersection. Winnipeggers are invited to attend an information session to learn about planned construction.
Winnipeg, MB - Today, Winnipeg City Council voted to appoint the members of the first Winnipeg Food Council.
“This is a great opportunity to build on existing strengths, passions and expertise related to food issues in Winnipeg,” said Brian Mayes, Chair of the Standing Policy Committee on Water and Waste, Riverbank Management and the Environment. “I look forward to working with members of the Food Council to develop our Agriculture and Food Strategy.”
The Winnipeg Food Council will include:
Winnipeg, MB - Today, City of Winnipeg employees will celebrate National Aboriginal Day in the City Hall courtyard. National Aboriginal Day recognizes and honours the cultures of First Nations, Metis, and Inuit peoples.
Winnipeg, MB - Tomorrow, Executive Policy Committee (EPC) and Council will be voting on the ratification of the longest, most sustainable negotiated agreement in almost 20 years between the City of Winnipeg and the Winnipeg Police Association (WPA).
Winnipeg, MB - Today, over 80 local organizations, businesses, groups, and individuals joined the City in their commitment to the ongoing Journey of Reconciliation in Winnipeg by formally becoming partners of Winnipeg’s Indigenous Accord at a signing ceremony.
Winnipeg, MB - Over the last year, improvements have been made to the courts at La Fleche Park located at 17 Sinnott Street in Charleswood including a new basketball court, three new pickleball courts and resurfaced tennis courts for park users to enjoy.
“The Charleswood community is sure to love the new amenities at La Fleche Park,” said Charleswood Tuxedo Whyte Ridge Councillor Marty Morantz. “I’m pleased we were able to redevelop this space into a useable, attractive and fun place that will help people of all ages to get active.”
Winnipeg, MB - Southbound Memorial Boulevard from York Avenue to Broadway will be temporarily closed this Wednesday, June 21 from 9:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. for the Centennial Torch Lighting Ceremony.
Pedestrian access will be maintained, and motorists should allow additional travel time to get to their destinations, and use alternate routes.
Winnipeg, MB - The City is advising residents that recycling, garbage and yard waste collection service is still up to one day behind schedule in some neighbourhoods to due to issues with the contractor’s fleet.
The City would like to thank residents for their patience as we work with the contractor to correct the delays.
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