Winnipeg, MB – The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service responded to two fires overnight, and a third fire from a previously extinguished fire this morning.

Albina Way Fires

At 11:40 p.m. on Thursday, June 30, 2022, WFPS responded to reports of a fire in the two-storey unit of a one-storey-two-storey duplex in the 100 block of Albina Way.

When crews arrived on-scene, they encountered fire and smoke coming from the building. They launched an offensive attack, declaring the fire under control at 12:33 a.m.

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Winnipeg, MB – Residents are reminded that wading pools will begin opening on a staggered basis tomorrow, July 1, with the following pools:

Winnipeg, MB – At 12:11 a.m. on Thursday, June 30, 2022, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) responded to a report of a fire in a single-storey triplex in the 500 block of Stella Avenue called in by members of the Winnipeg Police Service on patrol.

Once on-scene, fire crews encountered smoke coming from a floor of one of the units. They launched an offensive attack, declaring the fire under control at 12:41 a.m.

No occupants were found in the units and no injuries were reported.

Winnipeg, MB – The City of Winnipeg will begin its Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) treatment program on Monday, July 4, 2022, weather permitting.

The program will target Insect Management Areas:

Winnipeg, MB – At 7:17 a.m. on Wednesday, June 29, 2022, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) responded to an automatic alarm at a commercial building in the 100 block of Cree Crescent.

When crews arrived on-scene, they encountered smoke coming from a manufacturing area. The building’s fire suppression system was activated, which helped to confine the fire. Crews launched an offensive attack, extinguishing the fire. They declared the fire under control at 8:23 a.m..

Winnipeg, MB – The City of Winnipeg is advising that the campaign period for Winnipeg residents seeking election to the Office of City Councillor will begin tomorrow, June 30 at 8:30 a.m.

The 2022 City of Winnipeg Municipal and School Boards Election is scheduled for Wednesday, October 26, 2022. Eligible voters will have the opportunity to cast a ballot for Mayor, Councillor, and School Trustees.

Winnipeg, MB – Today, 26 additional local organizations and businesses joined the City of Winnipeg and the other 196 signatories in their commitment to the ongoing Journey of Reconciliation in Winnipeg by formally becoming partners of Winnipeg’s Indigenous Accord at a signing ceremony held at Oodena Celebration Circle located at The Forks. Today’s signatories bring the total number of Accord partners to 222 and demonstrates a strong community commitment to Winnipeg’s Journey of Reconciliation.

Commitment to road renewal continues to be a priority with nearly 200 projects planned throughout the 2022 construction season

Winnipeg, MB – The City of Winnipeg’s annual road construction program is underway with nearly 200 construction projects planned city-wide. In total, over 175 lane kilometers of infrastructure improvements are scheduled this year.

Winnipeg, MB – At 7:45 p.m. on Sunday, June 26, 2022, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service responded to reports of a vehicle fire at a bungalow in the 200 block of Sansome Avenue.

Once on-scene, crews encountered a well involved car fire in an attached car port that quickly extended to the structure and contents of the port. They launched an offensive attack, declaring the fire under control at 8:01 p.m.

One occupant self-evacuated prior to crew arrival. No other injuries were reported.

Winnipeg, MB – At 7:14 a.m. on Saturday, June 25, 2022, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) responded to reports of a fire at a bungalow in the 800 block of Laxdal Road.

When crews arrived on-scene, they encountered a well-involved fire. They initially launched an offensive attack, but quickly switched to a defensive strategy due to safety concerns.