The Globe and Mail • May 2 2026

Will farmers go electric as diesel prices rise?

Tony Neale is preparing for this year’s growing season while balancing the usual worries of most farmers: sun, rain, market prices.

But unlike most farmers, the skyrocketing cost of diesel fuel is not as pressing a worry for Mr. Neale.

The Globe and Mail • April 30 2026

Toronto police investigating racism, antisemitism allegations in former homicide chief’s book, Demkiw says

Toronto Police Chief Myron Demkiw says the force is investigating allegations of antisemitism among senior officers made in a book by retired homicide inspector Hank Idsinga.

The Globe and Mail • April 27 2026

Six-year-old girl dies after falling from apartment window, Toronto police say

A six-year-old girl has died after falling from a bedroom window on the 28th floor of Toronto apartment building on Sunday evening.

The Carillon • April 25 2026

Research facilities closing raise concerns among MB farmers

Manitoba farmers and advocates are worried a slew of job cuts and farm research closures announced by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada will drive food prices up and hinder advancements in food sciences.

The Globe and Mail • April 25 2026

Wildland firefighters stare down another busy summer with aging aircraft, strained staff

Canada’s wildland firefighters face aging aircraft, staffing shortages and growing concerns about readiness as they head into another prospective busy summer.

The Globe and Mail • April 22 2026

Former Toronto homicide cop Hank Idsinga takes The High Road

Wherever Hank Idsinga drives around 14 Division, an area in west downtown Toronto that encompasses the charming restaurants of Little Italy, the eclectic streets of Parkdale and the popular Trinity Bellwoods Park, he can recall a story from his time as a cop.

Winnipeg Free Press • March 17 2026

Fuel, fertilizer price spikes pressure Manitoba farmers

Manitoba farmers are facing massive cost increases and staring down uncertain futures during the spring planting season as the ongoing U.S.-Israel war with Iran damages the global movement of fuel and fertilizers via the Strait of Hormuz.

The Projector • March 10 2026

RRC Polytech students approve new fee for RRCSA building

RRC Polytech students have given the green light to the idea of paying up to $25 more each term to support a student association housing and lounge project on the north edge of the downtown campus.

Winnipeg Free Press • January 19 2026

Safe space for sex workers to access supports, socialize in Winnipeg aims to reopen in March

People cooking in the kitchen, lounging or making art, doing laundry and gossiping about clients — that’s what nights used to be like at a Winnipeg drop-in.

Winnipeg Free Press • December 19 2025

City considers reimbursement fund for cabbies stiffed by riders

Cab driver Navkiran Dhillon is on the road 12 hours a day, six days a week, often battling poor weather.
He’s tired of battling passengers who don’t pay, too.
“It makes me feel horrible, but what can I do about it,” Dhillon said during a break from driving Winnipeggers around in a snowstorm earlier this week.

CBC • December 18 2025

Stark Realities of Recovery at Manitoba’s New Detox Facility

Tammy, a former meth user, shares with guest host Chloe Friesen her thoughts on the new 72-hour detox centre and talks about the challenges of overcoming addiction while experiencing homelessness.

Winnipeg Free Press • December 17 2025

Heartwarming rarity cuts through the cold: polar bear mom ‘adopts’ baby cub

As researchers watched polar bears making their way towards Churchill in mid-November, they took note that the mother, who they had observed with a single cub in the spring, had added a second to her travelling party.

Winnipeg Free Press • December 16 2025

‘We can build good things’: grand opening of affordable units near U of M

Raina Alexander has eyes on the “big sister” role as resident manager of 939 Chancellor Dr.
The 95-unit building, built by Paragon Design Build and Bockstael Construction, has one- to three- bedroom suites, with Roseau River Anishinabe First Nation members getting first dibs.

Winnipeg Free Press • December 15 2025

‘Our last move’: single mom thrilled to receive keys to Habitat home

Jacq Roxas traced the walls and countertops with her fingertips as she looked around the space where she put in 300 hours of sweat and “muscle pain.”

CBC • December 8 2025

More Manitoba students using food banks, hampers amid rising costs

Student food banks and holiday hamper programs are seeing record-breaking numbers amid the rising cost of living putting pressure on students. Some food banks say they're having a hard time meeting the demand, and students are trading meals for other expenses.

CBC • December 1 2025

Porch Pirate Strikes in Broad Daylight: One Woman's Warning to Holiday Shoppers

Marian Henry, Director of Program Operations at the Better Business Bureau of Central Canada, shares with host Marcy Markusa her experience of having $200 worth of Christmas gifts porch-pirated and what other homeowners should keep in mind this Cyber Monday.

CBC • November 27 2025

Dozens of neglected birds rescued by Animal Services are now ready for adoption

Zoé Austin, general manager for the Animal Services Agency, shares with host Marcy Markusa the challenges of caring for over 70 seized birds and how the public can adopt the 18 survivors.

Behind The Bar • November 14 2025

Federally sentenced Manitoba women displaced from province and supports

Manitoba women serving federal time are sent to prisons outside the province cutting them off from more family visits and their local support systems.

Winnipeg Free Press • November 7 2025

Amid bail-reform debate, some argue court orders must suit low literacy levels

Several red flags jump off the page when literacy expert Margaret Banasiak examines a Manitoba provincial court bail form.

The Carillon • August 14 2025

Man who tortured pelican and played with its decapitated head sentenced to community service

A Steinbach man who tortured a pelican by force feeding it fish, hitting it, and playing with its dead decapitated body was sentenced at a Selkirk court on July 25.

Winnipeg Free Press • January 3 2025

‘It’s been a horror story’: returning Birchwood Terrace resident

A resident who is moving back into Birchwood Terrace months after the apartment building was evacuated says items were stolen from her suite while she was gone.