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Eberle’s hat trick helps Islanders end skid, beat Red Wings Winnipeg Free Press - February 21, 2020

UNIONDALE, N.Y. - Jordan Eberle had a hat trick and the New York Islanders beat the Detroit Red Wings 4-1 on Friday night to snap a four-game skid. It was the third three-goal game of Eberle's career and his first since April 9, 2017, when he was with the Edmonton Oilers. “Not good enough,” Detroit centre Frans Nielsen, a former Islander, said of the Red Wings' first period. Varlamov was aided by his defence, specifically Devon Toews, whose backcheck eliminated a breakaway chance from Dylan Larkin midway through the second period. He completed the hat trick on a power play with 36.3 seconds left in the game.

Mentions: Scott Johnston, Andrew Smith

Trudeau says time for blockades to end, Indigenous leaders to work with government Winnipeg Free Press - February 21, 2020

...the general public to stand back in respect of the laws being broken, that it can endanger people's lives and endanger their well-being," Manitoba's Brian Pallister said Friday. Ontario Premier Doug Ford issued a statement Friday saying "enough is enough." "The illegal blockades must come down. This is a...

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Andrew Frank

NDP says province wasting health funds by paying consultants for policy Winnipeg Free Press - February 20, 2020

...$1.1 million in fees for a variety of services since 2016. Braid's Ian Shaw heads the province's Health Transformation Office. NDP finance critic Mark Wasyliw decried the use of consultants in place of provincial civil servants. The NDP says the Progressive Conservatives have spent $4.8 million on...

Mentions: Mark Wasyliw, Cameron Friesen

PUBLISHERS WEEKLY Bestsellers Winnipeg Free Press - February 20, 2020

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Mentions: Michelle Richard, Tom Lindsey

Oleksiak breaks 3rd-period tie, leads Stars past Coyotes 3-2 Winnipeg Free Press - February 19, 2020

(AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)DALLAS - Jamie Oleksiak broke a third-period tie with his first goal in 26 games and the Dallas Stars held on to beat the Arizona Coyotes 3-2 on Wednesday night. Dallas is 5-0-1 in its last six games to pull even with Central Division leader St. Louis. Taylor Hall had a power-play goal for Arizona, Christian Fischer also scored in the second period and Raanta stopped 30 shots. Patrice Bergeron scored his 27th goal for the Bruins, who have won four straight and are 10-1-0 in their last 11 games. More AP NHL: https://apnews.com/NHL and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports

Mentions: Andrew Taylor, Andrew Smith

Brian Pallister se prépare à négocier avec Ottawa sur la taxe carbone Ici Radio Canada / CBC Francais - February 19, 2020

...l'opposition néo-démocrate juge que les initiatives annoncées manquent de concret. La critique de l'opposition en matière d'environnement, Lisa Naylor, déplore que les mesures du gouvernement Pallister n'aient aucun impact immédiat. Avec les informations de Patrick Foucault et de la Presse...

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Lisa Naylor

Pallister pledges $150M for new green initiatives Winnipeg Free Press - February 19, 2020

Brian Pallister announced more than $150 million in new green initiatives Wednesday as he stepped up his bid to regain control over carbon tax revenues from Ottawa. However, the premier wouldn’t indicate what price his Progressive Conservative government would be willing to place on carbon, which is a key...

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Lisa Naylor

Teachers work satisfaction slips in shadow of education review: poll Winnipeg Free Press - February 19, 2020

...are a very important part of our education system, although all professions have aspects of their job that are demanding," Education Minister Kelvin Goertzen said in a prepared statement. Goertzen was not made available for an interview Wednesday. MIKAELA MACKENZIE / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS FILES Manitoba...

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Kelvin Goertzen

Pallister still negotiating carbon tax Winnipeg Sun - February 19, 2020

...Premier Brian Pallister is still negotiating a carbon tax with the federal government. While unveiling several new investments in the provincial government’s Made-in-Manitoba Climate and Green Plan, the premier was pushed on the status of the plan’s carbon pricing. The plan had originally included...

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Lisa Naylor

‘They have a voice, doesn’t give them a veto,’ Pallister on blockades Winnipeg Free Press - February 19, 2020

...even more costly, and then we won't ever be able to build anything ever again in this country," he said. NDP environment and climate change critic Lisa Naylor (Wolseley) said instead of complaining about the protesters and the level of dialogue, Pallister should try listening. "What I would like to see is...

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Lisa Naylor

Union pickets Legislature over Dauphin jail closure Winnipeg Sun - February 19, 2020

...and handing out leaflets to government employees at the Manitoba Legislature on Wednesday. They were out trying to get the attention of Premier Brian Pallister and other provincial ministers while bringing awareness to the rest of the Manitoba about the issues surrounding the jail’s impending closure. ...

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Cliff Cullen

Province sees largest monthly employment increase in more than a decade My Steinbach - February 19, 2020

...indicate the highest employment growth in the province since April 2008, evidence that our government is moving Manitoba forward,” said Premier Brian Pallister. “We continue to create a business-friendly environment and our plan to grow the private sector for the benefit of all Manitobans is working.” ...

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Ralph Eichler

Letters, Feb. 19 Winnipeg Free Press - February 19, 2020

...about Manitoba, possibly a statistic he thought of on the fly. In "Premier touts ‘green piece’ for budget" in the same edition, Premier Brian Pallister states, "I would say this is going to be the best budget in 25 years in Manitoba." If people of the province haven’t heard that kind of...

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Ralph Eichler

Crosby’s four points leads Penguins past Maple Leafs, 5-2 Winnipeg Free Press - February 18, 2020

PITTSBURGH - Sidney Crosby had a goal and three assists to help the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 5-2 on Tuesday night. Tristan Jarry stopped 34 shots while picking up his 13th win in his last 17 games. Frederik Andersen stopped 19 shots for Toronto, and has allowed 13 goals in his last three starts. BLUES 3, DEVILS 0ST. LOUIS (AP) — Ivan Barbashev scored twice and St. Louis snapped a season-worst five-game losing streak. Nikolaj Ehlers had a goal and two assists and Patrik Laine scored a goal into an empty net and added one assist.

Mentions: Nick Brown, Jeff Anderson

Journée Louis Riel : Métis et Premières Nations à l’honneur au Festival du Voyageur Ici Radio Canada / CBC Francais - February 17, 2020

...rang du défilé en compagnie de son homologue provincial Wab Kinew, du député provincial de Saint-Boniface et chef du Parti libéral du Manitoba Dougald Lamont ainsi que de Paulette Duguay. Les politiciens, Wab Kinew, Jagmeet Singh et Dougald Lamont ont accompagné la présidente de l'Union nationale...

Mentions: Wab Kinew, Dougald Lamont

QMJHL Roundup: Groulx, Wildcats beat Mooseheads for ninth win in a row Winnipeg Free Press - February 17, 2020

MONCTON, N.B. - Benoit-Olivier Groulx had three goals and an assist against his former team and Gabriel Fortier added a goal and two helpers as the Moncton Wildcats beat the Halifax Mooseheads 7-2 on Monday in Quebec Major Junior Hockey League play. Groulx, who was acquired in a trade with Halifax in late December, has 12 goals and 32 points in 19 games with Moncton. Jeremy McKenna, Alexander Khovanov and Elliot Desnoyers also scored for the Wildcats (41-12-1), who extended their win streak to nine games and improved to 14-0-1 in their last 15. D'Artagnan Joly and Jeffrey Burridge found the back of the net for the Mooseheads (18-31-4), who have lost nine in a row.

Mentions: Elliot Macdonald, Jeffrey Anderson

NDP push for Louis Riel recognition as first Premier of Manitoba Winnipeg Sun - February 17, 2020

...NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh joined forces with Manitoba NDP Leader Wab Kinew to make the case to recognize Louis Riel as the first Premier of Manitoba during Festival du Voyageur celebrations on Louis Riel Day on Monday. “Louis Riel was not only the first Premier of Manitoba but someone who laid out...

Mentions: Wab Kinew, Brian Pallister

Alberta skip Laura Walker’s change of heart gets her to first Hearts CTV - February 17, 2020

-- Laura Walker wasn't going to curl with a team this season. So she declined Taylor McDonald's initial invitation to skip a team that included her, Kate Cameron and Nadine Scotland. McDonald tried a second time with the message the team would accommodate any changes in Walker's life. "I said I wasn't going to join a team unless I felt we could win," she said. Walker beat New Brunswick's Andrew Crawford 8-3 on Sunday evening for a third straight win to start the Hearts.

Mentions: Andrew Taylor, Shannon Martin

Alberta skip Laura Walker’s change of heart gets her to first Hearts Winnipeg Free Press - February 16, 2020

- Laura Walker wasn't going to curl with a team this season. Team Alberta skip Laura Walker makes a shot during draw 3 against team Quebec at the Scotties Tournament of Hearts in Moose Jaw, Sask., Sunday, Feb. 16, 2020. So she declined Taylor McDonald's initial invitation to skip a team that included her, Kate Cameron and Nadine Scotland. McDonald tried a second time with the message the team would accommodate any changes in Walker's life. "I said I wasn't going to join a team unless I felt we could win," she said.

Mentions: Andrew Taylor, Shannon Martin

Lightning top Flyers for team-record 11th straight home win Winnipeg Free Press - February 15, 2020

TAMPA, Fla. - Andrei Vasilevskiy stopped 30 shots and the Tampa Bay Lightning set a franchise record for consecutive home wins in a 5-3 victory against the Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday. Ivan Provorov, Claude Giroux and James van Riemsdyk scored for the Flyers, and Carter Hart stopped 19 shots. Darren Helm scored for the Red Wings, who have lost three straight and have the fewest points in the NHL. BLACKHAWKS 8, FLAMES 4CALGARY, Alberta (AP) — Alex Nylander had two goals and Chicago snapped a five-game losing streak with a win over Calgary. Sam Bennett and Elias Lindholm had two goals apiece for the Flames, who have dropped five straight home games.

Mentions: Jordan Fleury, Nick Brown

Manitoba premier accused of racist language in fundraising letter on blockades Winnipeg Free Press - February 15, 2020

...as far as I'm concerned," Lamont said. "He's leaning into the very serious politics of division and verging on hate-mongering." NDP Leader Wab Kinew said he doesn't feel Pallister is racist, but rather is pitting Indigenous and non-Indigenous people against each other for political gain. ...

Mentions: Wab Kinew, Brian Pallister, Dougald Lamont

Pallister accused of racist language in fundraising letter on blockades Global News - February 14, 2020

...Coastal GasLink natural gas pipeline in northern British Columbia are hurting the cause of reconciliation with Indigenous people, Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister said Friday. “What some of the people who have gone overboard in these blockades have done is they’ve weakened the case of reconciliation, not...

Mentions: Wab Kinew, Brian Pallister, Dougald Lamont

WPS is well served by independent scrutiny Winnipeg Free Press - February 14, 2020

...Justice Minister Cliff Cullen continues his long and winding review of the Police Services Act, the relationship between the Winnipeg Police Service and the Independent Investigation Unit of Manitoba continues to burn. Letter of the law: WPS, IIU clash in court Click to Expand Matthew Richards...

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Cliff Cullen

Blockades and the politics of division Winnipeg Free Press - February 14, 2020

...Premier Brian Pallister sent an email this week to Tory supporters entitled: "These illegal blockades." "You’ve probably heard about the highway and rail blockades happening across the country," Pallister wrote in the Thursday evening message, "including the one right here in Manitoba." Echoing...

Mentions: Wab Kinew, Brian Pallister

Pallister defends fundraising letter touting work to remove rail blockades Winnipeg Free Press - February 14, 2020

...straight to your inbox every morning. Sign Up I agree to the Terms and Conditions, Cookie and Privacy Policies, and CASL agreement. Liberal Leader Dougald Lamont initially issued a statement condemning the PC fundraising letter as being "rife with racist remarks." He later amended the statement to say the...

Mentions: Wab Kinew, Brian Pallister, Mark Wasyliw, Dougald Lamont

Manitoba premier accused of racist language in fundraising letter on blockades CTV - February 14, 2020

...email to Progressive Conservative supporters in which he asks for donations to help fight what he calls "two-tier justice." Manitoba Liberal Leader Dougald Lamont says Pallister is inflaming the situation and using racist language such as "two-tier justice" to raise donations. Pallister says the phrase is not...

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Dougald Lamont

Manitoba premier accused of racist language in fundraising letter on blockades CBC Manitoba - February 14, 2020

...Coastal GasLink natural gas pipeline in northern British Columbia are hurting the cause of reconciliation with Indigenous people, Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister said Friday. "What some of the people who have gone overboard in these blockades have done is they've weakened the case of reconciliation, not...

Mentions: Wab Kinew, Brian Pallister, Dougald Lamont

ALDRICH: Feds leaving provinces to do their dirty work Winnipeg Sun - February 14, 2020

...process for the Coastal GasLink natural gas pipeline in B.C., although the elected chiefs and councils approved of the project. Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister said the hereditary chiefs declined the opportunity to be consulted. I’m not 100% sure they knew what they were declining and I don’t think...

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Dougald Lamont

Manitoba Premier Accused of Racist Language in Fundraising Letter on Blockades ChrisD - February 14, 2020

... 49 Shares By The Canadian Press WINNIPEG — Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister says blockades and protests over a natural gas pipeline in northern British Columbia are hurting the cause of reconciliation. The blockades over a Coastal GasLink natural gas pipeline have shut down rail service in much of...

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Dougald Lamont

CFL teams under the microscope after free agency begins Winnipeg Free Press - February 14, 2020

The start of CFL free agency Tuesday gave general managers their first real chance to begin re-tooling their teams for the 2020 season. The Argos solidified their quarterback corps prior to free agency, re-signing McLoed-Bethel Thompson and adding former Winnipeg starter Matt Nichols. LionsGM Ed Hervey had many needs entering free agency with B.C. Calgary StampedersRarely a player on the first day of free agency in previous years, president/GM John Hufnagel addressed his needs early, signing five players alone Tuesday. Before free agency, the GM extended Canadian offensive lineman David Beard and starting quarterback Trevor Harris.

Mentions: David Neufeld, Nick Brown, Jason Smith, Derek Johnson

Premier accused of racist language in fundraising letter on blockades Winnipeg Sun - February 14, 2020

...Manitoba) happens again.” Manitoba’s opposition parties accused Pallister of inflaming the situation with his choice of words. Liberal Leader Dougald Lamont said phrases such as “two-tier justice” in this context are racist. “It was a racist bullhorn, as far as I’m concerned,” Lamont said. ...

Mentions: Wab Kinew, Brian Pallister, Dougald Lamont

Premier touts ‘green piece’ for budget Winnipeg Free Press - February 13, 2020

...Premier Brian Pallister says his government will announce "very significant" changes to its green plan in the province’s forthcoming budget. "I would say this is going to be the best budget in 25 years in Manitoba, and a particularly important aspect of it... is the green piece of that budget,"...

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Jeff Wharton

Acknowledging a meaningful gesture Winnipeg Free Press - February 13, 2020

...not part of the protocol in the legislative assembly and that it would be up to the Speaker and the assembly itself to change that. NDP Leader Wab Kinew wrote Speaker Myrna Driedger in 2017 about incorporating land acknowledgements into daily sittings. More than two years later, there still seems to...

Mentions: Wab Kinew, Myrna Driedger

Dauphin mayor refuses to quit fight to prevent province from closing jail Winnipeg Free Press - February 13, 2020

...in the area. Dowhan said it would ideally be centred on concepts of restorative justice. Aside from a Jan. 31 meeting with Justice Minister Cliff Cullen and the town hall, Dowhan said communication with the province has been virtually non-existent. Despite Cullen telling the Free Press recently the...

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Brad Michaleski, Cliff Cullen

Manitoba won’t shut door on oil pipeline to Churchill: premier Winnipeg Sun - February 13, 2020

...Premier Brian Pallister says he is open to discussing a possible oil pipeline to the Port of Churchill as a way of getting western energy to ocean tankers. The idea has been revived recently by Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe, among others, and comes seven years after Manitoba’s former NDP government...

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Lisa Naylor

Thompson NDP MLA’s successful provincial election campaign cost less than $13,000 Thompson Citizen - February 13, 2020

...NDP MLA Danielle Adams got more bang for her buck in her successful campaign for the Sept. 10 provincial election than her main rival Kelly Bindle of the Progressive Conservative party, who represented the electoral division for one term beginning in 2016, election finance documents show. Adams’s...

Mentions: Meagan Jemmett, Darla Contois, Kelly Bindle, Danielle Adams

Pallister To Take Action On Protest Rail Blockades Steinbach Online - February 13, 2020

...have been popping up around Canada as a support to the Wet'suwet'en blockade of a Coastal Gaslink Pipeline in Northern British Columbia. Premier Brian Pallister explains the injunction process. "Over the next few days, the actual application for the injunction will be finalized, and then that will be filed...

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Cliff Cullen

Pallister To Take Action On Protest Rail Blockades Pembina Valley Online - February 13, 2020

...is independent of us. We would hope that this injunction would be granted, and then we could prevent any further disruption." Attorney General Cliff Cullen and his department will be spear-heading and finalizing the application to be submitted. Rail Blockades have been popping up in major cities across...

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Cliff Cullen

Province seeks injunction to end rail protesters’ blockade Winnipeg Free Press - February 12, 2020

...plans to apply for a court injunction to prevent protesters from continuing to disrupt rail traffic on the CN main line in Manitoba. Premier Brian Pallister said Manitoba Attorney General Cliff Cullen has instructed the Justice Department to prepare the application to empower the RCMP to take the...

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Cliff Cullen

Blockade halts rail traffic west of Winnipeg Winnipeg Free Press - February 12, 2020

...prevent protesters from continuing to disrupt rail traffic on the CN main line in Manitoba. Premier Brian Pallister said Manitoba Attorney General Cliff Cullen has instructed the Justice Department to prepare the application to empower the RCMP to take the necessary action to prevent disruptions to rail...

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Cliff Cullen

Critics trigger alarm on ambulance service Winnipeg Free Press - February 11, 2020

...has grown on paper, but the bolstered budget lines haven’t kept up with calls for service on the ground, critics say. A tweet by Health Minister Cameron Friesen last week stated the province had increased funding for the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service by 84 per cent since 2015 — contrary to claims by City...

Mentions: Cameron Friesen, Uzoma Asagwara

Mais oui – visit St. Boniface Museum for free Winnipeg Free Press - February 11, 2020

...the Festival du Voyageur kickoff Friday, he said. "I’m excited about the launch of (the 2020) festival culminating in Louis Riel Day," said MLA Rochelle Squires, the minister responsible for francophone affairs, who attended the museum event. "What makes Manitoba special is everyone has a home in Manitoba."...

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Rochelle Squires

Lightning beat Penguins 2-1 in OT for 8th straight victory Winnipeg Free Press - February 11, 2020

Bouwmeester appeared to be awake and alert as he was being transported out of the arena to a hospital. The 36-year-old Bouwmeester is in his 17th NHL season and has for that time been known for his strong skating and conditioning. He helped the Blues win the Stanley Cup last season and won an Olympic gold medal with Canada in 2014. Bouwmeester was skating in his 57th game this season, the 1,241st of his NHL career. Louis Domingue made 28 saves in getting a start for MacKenzie Blackwood, who had shutouts in his last two starts.

Mentions: Tony Hill, Jordan Fleury

Edmonton Eskimos’ GM Sunderland busy on the opening day of CFL free agency Winnipeg Free Press - February 11, 2020

THE CANADIAN PRESS/ Mark TaylorTORONTO - It was a busy opening day of CFL free agency for Brock Sunderland. And before noon, Sunderland signed American quarterback Logan Kilgore and Canadian defensive tackle Mark Mackie to contract extensions. Traditionally they're not busy when CFL free agency begins but president/GM John Hufnagel told reporters Monday that could change this year. The Argos also landed defensive lineman Alex Bazzie (Edmonton) Craig Roh (Winnipeg) and receiver DaVaris Daniels (Edmonton). — Montreal re-signed veteran American defensive back Ciante Evans and added Americans Tyquwan Glass and Marloshawn Franklin to its secondary.

Mentions: Nick Brown, Derek Johnson

Saskatchewan premier floats idea of oil pipeline to Churchill Thompson Citizen - February 11, 2020

...pipeline to Churchill would require consultation with Manitoba First Nations. “The AMC calls on Saskatchewan Premier Scott and Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister to ensure that First Nations in Manitoba are involved in discussing the development of an oil pipeline to Churchill,” Dumas said. “First Nations...

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Blaine Pedersen

New figures show Manitoba political parties kept a lid on election spending Winnipeg Sun - February 10, 2020

...of what they did in 2016 — $547,000 and $129,000, respectively. Political analyst Paul Thomas said one reason for the lower spending was Premier Brian Pallister’s decision to call the election a year ahead of schedule — at a time when the opposition parties were still rebuilding from the 2016 vote. “I...

Mentions: James Beddome, Brian Pallister, David Nickarz, Lisa Naylor

New figures show Manitoba political parties kept a lid on election spending Winnipeg Free Press - February 10, 2020

...Premier, Brian Pallister speaks to media during day 2 of the Liberal Cabinet Retreat at the Fairmont Hotel in Winnipeg, Monday, Jan. 20, 2020. Manitoba's major political parties all cut their spending in the last election campaign, despite having higher donation and expense limits. THE CANADIAN...

Mentions: James Beddome, Brian Pallister, David Nickarz, Lisa Naylor

New Figures Show Manitoba Political Parties Kept a Lid on Election Spending ChrisD - February 10, 2020

...in the Wolseley seat in Winnipeg. Green candidate David Nickarz spent $28,000 on his campaign — three times as much as what Green leader James Beddome spent in Fort Rouge — but finished second behind New Democrat Lisa Naylor, who spent $29,000. Tory candidates in NDP strongholds in central...

Mentions: James Beddome, Brian Pallister, David Nickarz, Lisa Naylor

Manitoba’s political parties slashed spending in 2019 election over 2016 totals CBC Manitoba - February 10, 2020

...where parties focused their efforts. The cash-strapped Green party was hoping for a breakthrough in the Wolseley seat in Winnipeg. Green candidate David Nickarz spent $28,000 on his campaign — three times as much as what Green leader James Beddome spent in Fort Rouge — but finished second behind New...

Mentions: James Beddome, Brian Pallister, David Nickarz, Lisa Naylor

Manitoba political parties kept a lid on election spending, new figures show CTV - February 10, 2020

...in the Wolseley seat in Winnipeg. Green candidate David Nickarz spent $28,000 on his campaign -- three times as much as what Green leader James Beddome spent in Fort Rouge -- but finished second behind New Democrat Lisa Naylor, who spent $29,000. Tory candidates in NDP strongholds in central...

Mentions: James Beddome, Brian Pallister, David Nickarz, Lisa Naylor

Man. cattle producers air grievances with province The Producer - February 10, 2020

...keep going up. There’s a balance there, (which) needs to be struck.” Callum and the MBP hope to meet with Manitoba’s agriculture minister, Blaine Pedersen, about more improvements to the Crown Lands leasing program. On Feb. 7, Pedersen announced a new program that may alleviate another concern of...

Mentions: Blaine Pedersen, Ralph Eichler

Bombers need defensive backs but don’t have much left to spend after Jefferson signing Winnipeg Sun - February 10, 2020

While there have been considerable losses, the Winnipeg Blue Bombers still have done a pretty good job of retaining talent after winning the Grey Cup in 2019. The Bombers need to fill the void left by Rose and Sayles on defence, there’s no doubt. The question now is who can they sign and for how much after inking Jefferson to a two-year deal worth $520,000 on Monday? They likely would have been in on receiver DaVaris Daniels (Edmonton) had they not signed Jefferson, but likely don’t have the cap room now. But it might wind up being an uneventful free agency day for Bombers general manager Kyle Walters.

Mentions: Andrew Taylor, Derek Johnson

Premier Brian Pallister doesn’t attend U.S. trade summit CTV - February 9, 2020

...premiers met in Washington to discuss a variety of topics with U.S. officials including trade, infrastructure, and economic growth. But Manitoba's Brian Pallister didn't attend the event. “The Premier was unable to attend the National Governor’s Association meeting in Washington that is being attended by...

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Mark Wasyliw, Dougald Lamont

The Latest: ‘Parasite’ wins best picture Academy Award Winnipeg Free Press - February 9, 2020

The film won four Oscars on Sunday, including best director for Bong and best international film. 7:20 p.m.Roman Griffin Davis arrives at the Oscars on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2020, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Bong Joon Ho accepts the award for best original screenplay for "Parasite" at the Oscars on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2020, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Bong Joon Ho accepts the award for best director for "Parasite" at the Oscars on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2020, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. After the shortest awards season in decades, the 92nd annual Academy Awards will get underway Sunday evening at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.

Mentions: Michelle Richard, Andrew Taylor, Tom Lindsey

First Nations want input on flood outlet Winnipeg Free Press - February 9, 2020

...also provincial politicians, while NDP MLA Amanda Lathlin and Liberal Leader Dougald Lamont were there, Indigenous and Northern Affairs Minister Eileen Clarke was a no show. IRTC executive director Karl Zadnik later said Clarke sent word she was sick with the flu but "why wasn’t there a plan to have...

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Amanda Lathlin, Dougald Lamont, Eileen Clarke

‘Cats,’ ‘Madea’ and ‘Rambo’ lead 40th annual Razzie nominations CTV - February 8, 2020

"Cats" may have gotten tossed in the litter box by several critics, but it was purrrrrfect for the Razzies. The highly anticipated, big-budget musical led the nominations for the 40th annual Golden Raspberry Awards, which released its lists of finalists Saturday, a day ahead of the Oscars. Also racking up multiple noms were "Tyler Perry's A Madea Family Funeral," "Rambo: Last Blood," the 2019 version of "Hellboy" and "The Haunting of Sharon Tate." Rebel Wilson scored two nominations, for Worst Supporting Actress in "Cats" and Worst Actress in "The Hustle." Perry is competing in part against himself, as he is nominated twice in the Worst Supporting Actor category for characters he plays in "A Madea Family Funeral."

Mentions: Jason Smith, Andrew Smith

Letters, Feb. 8 Winnipeg Free Press - February 8, 2020

...in Dauphin (Letters, Feb. 6) I am a lawyer in Dauphin and would like to contribute to this discussion. There is a fundamental problem with Premier Brian Pallister’s point of view when he pits economic development against the Dauphin jail and the justice system. The jail is not a business. It and the justice...

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Brad Michaleski

UMSU president and VP meet with provincial ministers The Manitoban (UofM) - February 7, 2020

...and the UMSU membership-at-large. Meetings were held with Progressive Conservative (PC) MLA and Minister for Economic Development and Training Ralph Eichler, and NDP MLA and official opposition critic for Economic Development and Training Jamie Moses. Sweeping changes to the way international student...

Mentions: Jamie Moses, Ralph Eichler

AL West teams at the start of spring training Winnipeg Free Press - February 7, 2020

He's Outta Here: Manager AJ Hinch, RHP Gerrit Cole, RHP Will Harris, C Robinson Chirinos, OF Tony Kemp. Going campin': The Astros enter the spring reeling from a sign-stealing scandal that cost manager AJ Hinch and general manager Jeff Luhnow their jobs. He's Here: INF-OF Tony Kemp, C Austin Allen, LHP T.J. McFarland, 2B Ryan Goins, RHP Zach Lee, C Carlos Perez. He's Outta Here: 2B Jurickson Profar, RHP Blake Treinen, LHP Ryan Buchter, RHP Homer Bailey, LHP Brett Anderson, RHP Tanner Roark. He's Here: Manager Joe Maddon, 3B Anthony Rendon, RHP Dylan Bundy, RHP Julio Teheran, C Jason Castro, RHP Matt Andriese.

Mentions: Jeff Anderson, Jason Smith

AL East teams at the start of spring training Winnipeg Free Press - February 7, 2020

With less than a week to go before spring training, the Red Sox still did not have a replacement. Toronto Blue JaysManager: Charlie Montoyo (second season). Despite the blossoming young core and improved pitching staff, playoff contention in the top-heavy AL East likely remains out of reach. Baltimore OriolesManager: Brandon Hyde (second season). He's Here: SS José Iglesias, INF Pat Valaika, INF Richard Ureña, RHP Brandon Bailey, RHP Kohl Stewart, RHP Travis Lakins, RHP Michael Rucker, RHP Kohl Stewart, RHP Cole Sulser.

Mentions: Jason Smith, Andrew Smith

NL East teams at the start of spring training Winnipeg Free Press - February 7, 2020

The Nationals head to spring training with mostly the same squad that won the World Series. FILR - In this Dec. 17, 2019, file photo, Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg smiles during a baseball media availability at Nationals Park in Washington. The Nationals head to spring training with mostly the same squad that won the World Series. Girardi arrives with a winning pedigree, having led the Yankees to three AL East titles, six post-season appearances and a World Series championship. Mattingly will spend spring training sorting out prospects for a rotation that should be the team's strength.

Mentions: Dave Wheeler, Jason Harper, Jeff Anderson, Jason Smith, Andrew Smith

Services en français au Manitoba : indicateur fiable demandé La Liberte - February 7, 2020

...Michel LAGACÉ Un rapport publié la semaine dernière par la ministre responsable des Affaires francophones, Rochelle Squires, fait le point sur les services en français au Manitoba en 2018-2019. Le rapport décrit la mise en oeuvre des plans de 34 entités publiques, y inclus les ministères et les...

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Rochelle Squires

150e anniversaire du Manitoba : les Métis organiseront leurs propres célébrations Ici Radio Canada / CBC Francais - February 7, 2020

... La province travaille depuis plusieurs années sur les célébrations du 150e anniversaire du Manitoba. Le premier ministre manitobain, Brian Pallister, avait même en partie justifié le déclenchement anticipé des élections provinciales par cet anniversaire. Le président de la MMFFédération...

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Cathy Cox

Metis Federation will hold own Manitoba 150 celebration after being excluded from official planning: president CBC Manitoba - February 7, 2020

...negotiated by Métis leader Louis Riel in 1870 — has been in the works for more than a year and a half. The anniversary was one of the reasons Brian Pallister cited for calling an early election in 2019, with the premier saying he wanted to avoid government advertising restrictions imposed during the...

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Pallister skips trade summit for ‘family time’ Winnipeg Free Press - February 6, 2020

Brian Pallister is enjoying time with his family instead of joining a delegation of Canadian premiers this weekend in Washington, where trade will be top of mind. A spokeswoman for Pallister confirmed Thursday he would not attend. She said the premier was "enjoying some time away with his family." Five of his...

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Students cut and prepare for new careers The Producer - February 6, 2020

...sq. foot facility since November. “I’m thrilled to be in a facility like this and see the potential here,” said Manitoba Agriculture Minister Blaine Pedersen, who spoke at the grand opening Jan. 22. “This new facility will ensure there’s a steady stream of qualified individuals to work in our (meat)...

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Raptors beat Pacers, win a franchise-record 12th straight Winnipeg Free Press - February 5, 2020

Pascal Siakam scored 25 points, Terence Davis had 11 and Fred VanVleet added 10 to help the Raptors earn their 12th straight home win over Indiana. Malcolm Brogdon scored 24 points and Justin Holiday added 22, but the Pacers lost their third straight. Gordon Hayward added 23 points and Jaylen Brown finished with 18 to help the Celtics win their fifth straight. Collin Sexton scored 23 points and Kevin Love had 20 for the Cavaliers, who have lost 12 of 13. Dillon Brooks had 18 points for Memphis, which played without forwards Jae Crowder and Solomon Hill.

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A pipeline through the Port of Churchill mentioned as Saskatchewan creates committee on pipeline expansion CTV - February 5, 2020

...it hopes there would be meaningful engagement with First Nations and Manitoba. “The AMC calls on Saskatchewan Premier Scott and Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister to ensure that First Nations in Manitoba are involved in the discussions for the development of an oil pipeline to Churchill. First Nations in...

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The 2020 Viterra Championship Steinbach Online - February 5, 2020

Mike McEwen, Reid Carruthers, Derek Samagalski and Colin Hodgson begin defense of the Viterra Championship they won in 2019 at Tundra Oil & Gas Place in Virden on the 4 p.m. draw Wednesday at the Eric Coy Arena in Winnipeg. After a so-so start to the curling season, the West St. Paul foursome is currently ranked fourth in Canada and fifth in the World. McEwen said this season has been a much smoother ride and a lot more stable compared to a pretty chaotic 2019. Combined with that stability, guys seem to be a lot more comfortable in our routines and what we’ve been building. This week it's Mike McEwen turn as his team has a chance to win a second straight Viterra Championship.

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The 2020 Viterra Championship Pembina Valley Online - February 5, 2020

Mike McEwen, Reid Carruthers, Derek Samagalski and Colin Hodgson begin defense of the Viterra Championship they won in 2019 at Tundra Oil & Gas Place in Virden on the 4 p.m. draw Wednesday at the Eric Coy Arena in Winnipeg. After a so-so start to the curling season, the West St. Paul foursome is currently ranked fourth in Canada and fifth in the World. McEwen said this season has been a much smoother ride and a lot more stable compared to a pretty chaotic 2019. Combined with that stability, guys seem to be a lot more comfortable in our routines and what we’ve been building. This week it's Mike McEwen turn as his team has a chance to win a second straight Viterra Championship.

Mentions: Jason Smith, Matt Wiebe

Hundreds march in Dauphin to protest looming jail closure CBC Manitoba - February 5, 2020

...of people marched in the streets of Dauphin on Tuesday to rally against the impending closing of the correctional centre. Manitoba Justice Minister Cliff Cullen announced last month that the jail, which employs 80 people from Dauphin, would close at the end of May. Michelle Gawronsky, president Manitoba...

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School division byelection rolls on, despite warning from province Winnipeg Free Press - February 4, 2020

...There are currently 37 public school boards in the province, each with a number of democratically-elected trustees. Education Minister Kelvin Goertzen has repeatedly hinted at amalgamation, raising the subject during the same news conference in which he announced the review — the first of its...

Mentions: Mark Wasyliw, Lisa Naylor, Kelvin Goertzen

Protest held over closure of Dauphin jail Winnipeg Sun - February 4, 2020

...new jail to replace the aging correctional facility. It did not happen, though the city donated land for the project. In December, Justice Minister Cliff Cullen said they were not going to replace the jail, and on Tuesday he told the Winnipeg Sun the need was not there for the project. “We have committed...

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Cliff Cullen

Dauphin jail closure could punish Tories at polls Winnipeg Free Press - February 4, 2020

...in the next general election. On Monday, more than 500 people jammed a recreational services facility, where they booed the local PC MLA, Brad Michaleski. Some called for his resignation. A union-organized rally was to have taken place late Tuesday in a bid to get the government to change its mind on...

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Support for Dauphin jail continues as residents rally CTV - February 4, 2020

...chanting, "Save our jail". Representatives from the Manitoba Government and General Employees' Union showed up to the event as well as NDP Leader Wab Kinew and Liberal Leader Dougald Lamont. Both leaders spoke to the crowd. Many residents who work at Dauphin Correctional Centre say they fear what this...

Mentions: Wab Kinew, Dougald Lamont

Angry protesters hold rally in Dauphin over jail closure CTV - February 4, 2020

...at the rally. FUTURE GENERATIONS AFFECTED BY CLOSURE While no representatives from the province were in attendance at the rally, opposition leader Wab Kinew, and Liberal leader Dougald Lamont both spoke, condemning the province’s decision to shutter the jail. Grand Chief Eugene Eastman of Treaty Two...

Mentions: Wab Kinew, Brian Pallister, Brad Michaleski, Dougald Lamont

Dauphin residents look for options to fill void left by shuttered jail CTV - February 4, 2020

...is a correctional facility focused on rehabilitation that will keep all the people in the region working,” Kinew said. Manitoba Liberal Leader Dougald Lamont also condemned the government’s decision to close the jail. The province previously announced it would be spending $11 million to renovate and...

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Dauphin residents look for options to fill void left be shuttered jail CTV - February 4, 2020

... In 2013, the NDP provincial government promised to rebuild the correctional centre in Dauphin, with a higher rated capacity. On Monday, NDP Leader Wab Kinew renewed his party’s commitment to build a new centre in the area. “Rather than closing the jail, putting all these people out of work and...

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Jets share Byfuglien memories, dismiss absence as a distraction Winnipeg Free Press - February 4, 2020

The last chapter of Byfuglien's time with the Jets may have been less than ideal for all parties involved. But for a can't-miss player like Byfuglien, how is it possible to move on without him so quickly? Josh Morrissey (left) says Byfuglien was a mentor to him in his first season with the Jets in 2016. You're kind of nervous and maybe you're taking shorter shifts than I would now," Morrissey recalled. You just wish happiness and healthiness for him and his family and that's about it," Scheifele (left) said of Byfuglien.

Mentions: Andrew Taylor, Andrew Frank

Winnipeg School Division byelection to stay on schedule despite province asking for delay CBC Manitoba - February 4, 2020

...Division board have been vacant since the provincial election in September 2019. (Gary Solilak/CBC) The wards 3 and 4 trustees, Mark Wasyliw and Lisa Naylor, were elected MLAs in the provincial election in September 2019; the board informed the province then that it planned to hold a byelection in March....

Mentions: Mark Wasyliw, Lisa Naylor, Kelvin Goertzen

‘We may not ever recover’: More than 500 pack Dauphin, Man., meeting over jail closure CBC Manitoba - February 3, 2020

...103 year old facility no longer meets modern correctional needs and the decision to close it was not taken lightly. Progressive Conservative MLA Brad Michaleski was booed as he took the microphone, with many gathered hoping the province would reverse its decision. (Riley Laychuk/CBC) The gathering was tense...

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‘It took us by complete shock’: Hundreds of Dauphin residents attend town hall focused on jail closure CTV - February 3, 2020

...to provide other employment options if possible. READ MORE: Closure of Dauphin Correctional Centre 'devastating': City of Dauphin Justice Minister Cliff Cullen did not attend the meeting, but sent Dave Wright, the deputy minister of justice. Wright said while many of the residents’ concerns were heard,...

Mentions: Wab Kinew, Brad Michaleski, Dougald Lamont, Cliff Cullen

Province brings in the experts on protein strategy Manitoba Cooperator - February 3, 2020

...representatives and academics that it hopes will help inform Manitoba’s protein strategy going forward. Last January, then agriculture minister Ralph Eichler (now the minister of economic development and training) announced the Manitoba Protein Advantage. The strategy set goals around increased processing...

Mentions: Blaine Pedersen, Ralph Eichler

Judicial investigation could allow fresh look at police HQ scandal CBC Manitoba - February 3, 2020

...city council to call a public inquiry into the police headquarters scandal and other controversial real estate transactions. Squires and Premier Brian Pallister said because there were no charges laid in the police investigation into the headquarters project, there is no reason to call a public inquiry. ...

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Rochelle Squires

The Latest: Calais Campbell chosen NFL Man of the Year Winnipeg Free Press - February 1, 2020

(AP Photo/David J. Phillip)Jacksonville Jaguars edge rusher Calais Campbell has won the Walter Payton Man of the Year award. The award recognizes an NFL player for outstanding community service activities off the field, as well as excellence on the field. 6:35 p.m.Lamar Jackson joins Tom Brady as the only unanimous choices for The Associated Press NFL Most Valuable Player award. 5:52 p.m.Michael Thomas has become only the second wide receiver to win The Associated Press NFL Offensive Player of the Year award. Thomas edged Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson 19 votes to 17 in balloting announced at NFL Honors.

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Eichel scores in overtime as Sabres beat Blue Jackets 2-1 Winnipeg Free Press - February 1, 2020

Buffalo Sabres forward JAck Eichel (9) and goalie Carter Hutton (40) celebrate a 2-1- victory following the overtime period of an NHL hockey game against the Columbus Blue Jackets, Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020, in Buffalo, N.Y. (AP Photo/Jeffrey T. Barnes)BUFFALO, N.Y. - Jack Eichel scored 36 seconds into overtime, and the Buffalo Sabres stopped Columbus' six-game win streak with a 2-1 victory over the Blue Jackets on Saturday. Carter Hutton made 22 saves for his irst win since a 4-3 overtime victory against San Jose on Oct. 22. Playing their first game since Jan. 21, the Panthers were shut out for the first time this season. STARS 3, DEVILS 2, OTNEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Joe Pavelski scored 1:39 into overtime to lift Dallas over New Jersey. Arizona has lost all three games out of the break, including back-to-back overtime games at home.

Mentions: Jordan Fleury, Jeff Anderson, Jason Smith, Andrew Smith, Jeffrey Anderson

OHL: McCourt stars in OT as Firebirds beat Otters 4-3; Flint wins six straight Winnipeg Free Press - January 31, 2020

FLINT, Mich. - Riley McCourt completed his hat trick 3:57 into overtime as the Flint Firebirds edged the Erie Otters 4-3 on Friday in Ontario Hockey League action. —-67'S 5 BULLDOGS 2HAMILTON — Marco Rossi's goal 14:08 into the third period was the winner as Ottawa skated past the Bulldogs. — Pavel Gogolev scored twice as Guelph downed the Wolves. Daniil Chayka, with the winner, Jacob Roach and Jacob Maillet also scored for the Storm (24-18-5). — Philip Tomasino and Kyle MacLean both scored twice as the Generals drubbed Peterborough.

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Progress made on plant upgrades Winnipeg Free Press - January 31, 2020

...they’re working together to reduce the amount of phosphorus that flows into Lake Winnipeg, polluting it. Conservation and Climate Minister Sarah Guillemard went to city hall Friday for a news conference with Mayor Brian Bowman — not with any money for the $1.8-billion north end sewage treatment plant...

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Lisa Naylor, Sarah Guillemard

Un plan provisoire pour réduire la pollution au phosphore dans le lac Winnipeg Ici Radio Canada / CBC Francais - January 31, 2020

La province du Manitoba et la Ville de Winnipeg se sont mises d’accord sur un plan provisoire pour réduire la pollution au phosphore dans le lac Winnipeg. La pollution au phosphore est l'une des principales raisons de la prolifération d’algues bleu-vert toxiques sur les plages du lac Winnipeg. Il estime que traiter les eaux usées de la ville de Winnipeg est la solution la plus facile pour diminuer la pollution au phosphore. Le problème de la pollution au phosphore est relié au fait que la taille du bassin versant du lac Winnipeg est très grande, au-delà d’un million de kilomètres carrés. Par conséquent, l’eau relâchée dans la rivière Rouge, et qui rejoint ensuite le lac Winnipeg, contient trois fois plus de phosphore que la limite autorisée.

Mentions: Brian Pallister, Lisa Naylor, Sarah Guillemard

City, province unveil interim phosphorus reduction plan Winnipeg Sun - January 31, 2020

...to help pay for their end of the project, with the assumption the other two levels of governments will kick in their share. Environment minister Sarah Guillemard would not commit to any funding on Friday. “We would not be encouraging all levels to be working at a faster table if we weren’t prepared to...

Mentions: Lisa Naylor, Sarah Guillemard