Manitoba news

Here are some recent news stories from Manitoba, Canada:

Politics

• Manitoba's Progressive Conservative government has introduced a new budget that includes a 1.5% increase in the provincial sales tax and a freeze on income taxes. (CBC News)
• The Manitoba government has announced plans to increase funding for mental health services and add 100 new mental health professionals to the province's workforce. (Global News)

Crime

• A 25-year-old man has been charged with second-degree murder in connection with the death of a 22-year-old woman in Winnipeg. (CTV News)
• A Winnipeg police officer has been charged with assault and breach of trust after an investigation into allegations of excessive force. (Winnipeg Free Press)

Health

• Manitoba has reported its first case of COVID-19 in over a month, with a person in their 20s testing positive for the virus. (CTV News)
• The Manitoba government has announced plans to increase funding for home care services and add more home care workers to the province's workforce. (Global News)

Economy

• A new report suggests that Manitoba's economy is growing at a slower pace than expected, with GDP growth expected to be 1.5% in 2023. (Winnipeg Free Press)
• The Manitoba government has announced plans to invest $10 million in a new program to support small businesses and entrepreneurs in the province. (CTV News)

Environment

• Manitoba has announced plans to increase its efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, including a goal to reduce emissions by 30% by 2030. (Global News)
• A new report suggests that Manitoba's lakes and rivers are facing a growing threat from invasive species, including zebra mussels and Asian longhorned beetles. (Winnipeg Free Press)

Sports

• The Winnipeg Jets have signed a new contract with star forward Kyle Connor, keeping him with the team through the 2027-28 season. (Winnipeg Sun)
• The University of Manitoba Bisons have won their first Canada West championship in 20 years, defeating the University of Calgary Dinos in the men's hockey final. (Winnipeg Free Press)