Winnipeg, MB – At 2:38 p.m. on Saturday, November 27, 2021 the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service responded to reports of a fire in an unoccupied, two-storey house in the 500 block of Langside Street.

When crews arrived on-scene, they encountered smoke coming from the house. They launched an offensive attack, declaring the fire under control at 3:34 p.m. A fire watch was established to help prevent re-ignition.

A search of the building was completed and no occupants were found. No injuries were reported.

Winnipeg, MB – At 11:12 a.m. on Saturday, November 27, 2021 the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service responded to reports of a fire in a two-storey duplex in the 400 block of Greenwood Place.

When crews arrived on-scene, they encountered smoke coming from the building. They launched an offensive attack and the fire was declared under control at 11:56 a.m.

A search of the building was completed and no occupants were found. No injuries were reported.

Winnipeg, MB – The Preliminary 2022 Balanced Budget Update continues to prioritize record funding into road renewal in Winnipeg.

“Fixing our roads continues to be a top priority of Winnipeggers,” said Councillor Jeff Browaty, North Kildonan. “Thanks to continued, sustained investments we are finally starting to make progress towards tackling our infrastructure deficit and the Preliminary 2022 Balanced Budget Update proposes to continue those investments.”

Winnipeg, MB – As the City of Winnipeg begins a slow and cautious multi-year recovery from the global pandemic, the Preliminary 2022 Balanced Budget Update puts a focus on the types of capital investments that will support growth. The proposed six-year $2.9 billion capital investment plan will help support population growth, economic growth, and jobs in times of fiscal uncertainty. This investment represents a critical piece of the multi-year Economic Response and Recovery Plan.

Winnipeg, MB – A proposed $20 million of investments are included in the Preliminary 2022 Balanced Budget Update as part of the COVID-19 Economic Response and Recovery Plan. This new funding would help Winnipeg begin a multi-year recovery from the global pandemic.

Winnipeg, MB – The Preliminary 2022 Balanced Budget Update continues to emphasize investments into the protection, enhancement, preservation, and maintenance of Winnipeg’s incredible tree canopy.

“Winnipeggers care about the preservation of our tree canopy and that’s why the Preliminary 2022 Balanced Budget Update reflects that,” said Mayor Brian Bowman.

Winnipeg, MB – Today, at a special meeting of Executive Policy Committee (EPC), the City of Winnipeg’s Preliminary 2022 Balanced Budget Update was tabled. This year’s update will balance the remaining two years of the multi-year balanced budget.

Winnipeg, MB – Earlier today, Council approved the City of Winnipeg’s first-ever Poverty Reduction Strategy (2021 – 2031), a comprehensive plan, co-created with the community, that includes a practical approach to reducing poverty, increasing equity, and incorporating a “culture of caring” in all City endeavours over the next decade.

Motorists urged to park elsewhere when a residential street is scheduled for snow clearing; residents encouraged to Know Your Zone

Winnipeg, MB – Plowing of residential streets will begin Saturday morning to improve the overall condition of residential streets. As a result, a Residential Parking Ban has been declared and will be in effect starting Saturday, November 27 at 7 a.m.

Winnipeg, MB – At 1:03 p.m. on Tuesday, November 23, 2021 the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service responded to reports of a fire in a two-storey, commercial and residential mixed-use structure.

When crews arrived on-scene, they encountered heavy smoke coming from the building. They launched an offensive attack, declaring the fire under control at 1:32 p.m.

All occupants of the building self-evacuated prior to the arrival of crews. One individual was assessed and treated by on-scene paramedics but did not require transport to hospital.