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Manitoba First Nations Police in Sandy Bay recently seized several weapons after executing a search warrant at a home in the community. 

The search warrant was acquired after police received a report of a male driving around the community shooting at dogs. 

One dog was critically injured.

No arrests have been announced. 

Police say while they are aware of a social media video concerning aggressive dogs in the community, this does not justify individuals carrying or using firearms in highly populated areas where children and other community members may be present.

 

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Kayla Gillis, President and Executive Board Member of Canada's National Ukrainian Festival, has stepped down, according a post on the festival's Facebook page on March 31st. 

The post thanks Gillis for her dedication and devotion to the festival for more than 15 years, and says Gillis's strong leadership helped the festival achieve success. 

Though she's stepping down from her board position, the CNUF said Gillis will continue to help the board where she can. 

"Although Kayla has made the very difficult decision to step back as president and executive board member, she will continue to assist and support the board, as much as possible, with both transition and guidance," read part of the post. 

Canada's National Ukrainian Festival is still planning this year's festival, set to take place from July 31st to August 2nd. 

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The Brandon Regional Health Centre's new Critical Care Centre is set to open soon, and could be accepting patients as early as May. 

On Wednesday, Manitoba Health Minister Uzoma Asagwara was at the BRHC to make the announcement, saying the expansion will help Manitobans get better critical care closer to home. 

Treena Slate, Chief Executive Officer of Prairie Mountain Health, said the increased number of beds in the new building will only make care easier. 

"We will have 16 Intensive Care Unit rooms, and an additional 30 medical beds in our Internal Medicine Unit on the second floor of the building. When we open, we will simply move our current ICU, which is 10 beds operating, into the new building, and we will operate 15 internal medicine beds on the second floor...the Intensive Care Unit is just moving from the current Intensive Care Unit to the new one, and we will be adding and opening beds as we are able to depending on staffing," said Slate. 

Slate said PMH doesn't yet have a decision on what they will be doing with the old ICU space in the BRHC. She also said once the Critical Care Centre opens in May, they won't be operating it at full capacity because of staffing limitations, a problem faced at nearly every hospital in Manitoba. 

"We have had positions posted to support opening 15 more beds, and we've had good uptake and interest in applications to that unit," said Slate. 

Despite staffing challenges, Slate said the staff at the Brandon Regional Health Centre are looking forward to opening the new space, which will only mean good things for the hospital. 

"Having single rooms will add to improved care experiences for patients and families, and we'll be able to adhere to infection control standards and protocols in a more effective way than we have in our former setting, so we're all very enthusiastic about it, and the staff are excited to work in this new space," said Slate. 

Construction of the new Critical Care Centre started in the Fall of 2022, and has cost $120 million. 

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Canada Post announced on Monday that they will be continuing with their transformation plan, which was previously submitted to the federal government. 

The plan includes several changes centred around affordability, including the possible end of door-to-door services, and a large-scale transition to community mailboxes. 

Nothing is set in stone yet, but in an emailed statement to CKDM NewsNow, a spokesperson of Canada Post said they'll be working with the federal government on the specifics. 

"We continue to work closely with the government on the details of our proposed transformation plan. At the same time, given the government's direction to begin taking initial steps, we are reaching out to our bargaining agents to consult on our approach to several proposed changes. These proposed changes include converting the remaining addresses that still receive delivery at the door to community maliboxes and modernizing out retail network," read part of the statement. 

The conversion of door-to-door into community mailboxes has been a concern for many people across rural Canada, who rely on Canada Post's door-to-door services. Another group of concern is people with mobility and accessibility issues, who might not be able to get themselves to a community mailbox. 

The Canada Post spokesperson said in the statement that they'll keep those groups in mind, but there is still some concern that Canada Post could prioritize cutting costs over the needs of Canadians. 

"We're committed to moving forward in a thoughtful way the prioritizes service for all Canadians while protecting access to vital postal services in rural, remote and Indigenous communities. We're also committed to treating employees with respect throughout this process," read part of the statement. 

The spokesperson emphasized that Canada Post will continue to update Canadians on any confirmed changes to their services, and will provide as much advance notice as possible to those affected. 

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Winnipegosis RCMP have laid charges after a tense standoff on Monday, which resulted in several residents being evacuated from their homes. 

Shortly after 6:30 AM on Monday, Winnipegosis RCMP recieved a report of a man making threats to others, and that he barricaded himself in his garage with a firearm. 

Neighbours and residents in the adjacent homes were evacuated out of an abundance of caution while the RCMP dealt with the incident. An RCMP Crisis Negotiation Team, Police Dog Services, Emergency Response Team, West District GIS, and the West District Containment Team were all involved in the operation. 

The suspect was safely taken into custody at around 1:45 PM after exiting the building. He faces several charges including assault, resisting a peace officer, and several firearms related offences. He remains in RCMP custody. 

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Graduation at the DRCSS in Dauphin is right around the corner.

Before that, they'll be hosting a fundraising bingo on Saturday at the Dauphin Curling Club. Dubbed 'Super Night Bingo', the doors open at 4:00 p.m. Share the wealth is from 5:00 to 7:00, and regular games follow. 

Ryan Rauliuk says the event is a massive fundraiser, and he's looking forward to seeing the community out in full force with some great cash prizes up for grabs.

"Basically, there are four games at $1,000 each, and one game at $500," said Rauliuk. "There are numerous other games with $200 and $250 on your regular games. The main jackpot will be $2,026, which ties in with 2026 Grad."

Cards are three to view for $5, six for $10, or nine for $15. Special games are $2 per card, and a quickie book is $5. 

Rauliuk says there is a potential to raise $12,000. While the main point of the night is to raise money, that's not it.

"It's getting the grads into the community and getting the community out to support," ended Rauliuk. "It's spring and a great time to get out. It's the camaraderie within the community."

There will be a concession on site, and the soon-to-be graduates will be helping throughout the evening.

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Have you ever gotten behind the wheel with earbuds in both ears?

In Manitoba, drivers are prohibited from wearing headphones in both ears while driving. You can wear them in one ear, but not both. Last month, a 34-year-old driver was fined $113 for driving with headphones in both ears.

Sergeant Mark Hume with the Manitoba RCMP says the reason behind the rule is simple.

"Just to be more alert. Hearing sirens, traffic, and things around you," said Hume. "When you have earbuds in, sometimes it affects your senses, and you're not as alert."

So it's illegal to wear headphones in both ears while driving a vehicle, but that's not it. 

"It's the same penalty for having two earbuds while riding a bicycle as well," ended Hume. 

Think one, never two. 

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The Manitoba Angler's Guide for 2026 is now available, with printed copies available later in April wherever you can purchase an angling license. 

This year's guide includes some changes to license fees, as well as size regulations and possession limits. Rod Carberry with Toba Outdoors said usually changes like those are a result of sustainability efforts. 

"I think there's a healthy balance between tourism, economy, sustainability, and they look at those things and make sure that the decisions are made lake by lake, that's why you see the lake-specific regulations out there...there's definitely a thought process out there that says well if I can't take any fish home and put some food on my table, then what's the point in going. They took a hard look at that, yeah it's not the best decision to make for the long term sustainability of like the walleye on Dauphin Lake, but at the end of the day, the balance is that people need to eat too," said Carberry. 

As always, the province added a disclaimer about aquatic invasive species (AIS) to their news release about the angler's guide. Carberry said there are some problems with how the province handles AIS, like understaffed boat inspection stations, but they do well with education. 

"They do a really good job of educating the clean, drain, dry, and promoting that and marketing that, and emphasizing the importance of that, so it does come down to anglers themselves specifically to make sure that they are responsible," said Carberry. 

Over the past week, being spring break, the Manitoba government said people are able to fish without a license, as long as they stay within legal limits, and still adhere to lake-specific closures. Carberry said it's a perfect way to get young aspiring anglers into it. 

"Although youth don't need a license, or if you're under 16 you don't require it, at the end of they day they need somebody to take them, right? So I mean if moms and dads don't have to purchase a license for a little bit, maybe it's a good opportunity to go test the waters, so I'm in support of it," said Carberry. 

Though you're able to fish without a license for spring break, lake-specific closures still need to be followed. As of April 1st, Dauphin Lake and it's tributaries are closed for fishing. A digital copy of the 2026 Manitoba Angler's Guide can be found here. 

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The boil water advisory for Mossey River Municipality and Winnipegosis has been lifted. 

In a Facebook post, they said the advisory had been lifted as of 2:56 PM on Wednesday. 

The advisory was initially put in place after a water main break led to loss of pressure in the water system on March 24th. 

Continue to monitor the Mossey River Municipality's Facebook page for updates. 

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The Dauphin RCMP have charged Paul Davies Pratt of Pine River after a hit and run on Monday. 

The RCMP news release says they responded to a report of a pedestrian hit by a vehicle around 2:25 AM on Monday near Pine River. The pedestrian was taken to a hospital in Winnipeg in critical conditon, and remains in hospital. 

The incident took place on Second Ave. The driver of the vehicle left the scene, and was located hours later and arrested. He is charged with failing to stop after accident resulting in bodily harm, impaired operation of a motor vehicle causing bodily harm, and failing to comply with demand (alcohol).  He is still in custody. 

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Families looking for an Easter weekend activity to do together are encouraged to head to Maamawi Park on Saturday morning.

Assiniboine College's Parkland Campus is hosting their annual Easter Egg-stravaganza hunt beginning at 10 am that morning.

Director Carol Stewart says it is going to be a busy day. 

"It is a full morning with lots of free activities.  There will be the egg hunt of course, and we will also be giving away chocolate bunnies and other vegan and allergy-free treats.  There will also be face painting, games, bouncy castle, and bubbles and chalk.  Plus,  there will also be a cozy firepit for roasting marshmallows.  We usually play some music.  And, all of our friends from Parkland Campus as well as other volunteers will be there to help." 

The egg hunt is for kids aged 12 and under, who are also encouraged to bring their own basket to collect the eggs in.  

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