Manitoba Premier Advocates New Hudson Bay Port Trade Expansion

April 15, 2025, 12:21 pm

The Manitoba premier has proposed establishing a second port on Hudson Bay to boost trade with European nations. Meetings with European representatives underline the government’s intention to expand the province’s maritime infrastructure and drive economic growth. The proposal is aimed at enhancing trade routes and creating new commercial opportunities while leveraging the strategic location of Hudson Bay. This initiative marks a significant move toward strengthening regional commerce and diversifying market access.

theglobeandmail.com / Manitoba premier touts increased trade with Europe, possible second Hudson Bay port

winnipegfreepress.com / Manitoba premier touts increased trade with Europe, possible second Hudson Bay port

thestar.com / Manitoba premier touts increased trade with Europe, possible second Hudson Bay port

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Manitoba Redirects Expiring Hydro Export Contracts to Domestic Projects

April 14, 2025, 2:21 pm

Manitoba’s government is taking steps to repatriate energy by not renewing its expiring hydroelectric export contracts with the United States. Multiple reports describe how provincial directives, led by Premier Wab Kinew, are freezing some electricity exports to redirect power toward Canadian projects. The measure is part of a broader policy shift aimed at bolstering local energy supplies and supporting domestic infrastructure investments.

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nationalobserver.com / Manitoba to repatriate hydroelectricity from US

cbc.ca / Manitoba 'repatriating' some hydro exports from U.S. to power Canadian projects instead

theglobeandmail.com / Manitoba freezes some electricity exports to U.S., plans to turn northward

thestar.com / Manitoba freezes some electricity exports to U.S., plans to turn northward

winnipegfreepress.com / Manitoba freezes some electricity exports to U.S., plans to turn northward

globalnews.ca / Manitoba to redirect U.S. hydro exports to Canadian projects: Kinew

winnipegfreepress.com / Manitoba to redirect hydro exports from U.S. to Canadian projects

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Manitoba legislature considers daily "O Canada" in chamber

April 10, 2025, 1:21 pm

The Manitoba legislature is weighing a proposal to add the singing of “O Canada” to its daily routine, following the current practice of beginning sessions with a prayer and land acknowledgment. Supporters feel this change would reinforce national unity and pride, while opponents question its impact on established parliamentary tradition. The discussion highlights broader debates on national symbols and cultural practices in governmental proceedings.

torontosun.com / Manitoba legislature looks at having ’O Canada’ sung daily in chamber

globalnews.ca / Manitoba legislature looks at having ‘O Canada’ sung daily in chamber

thestar.com / Manitoba legislature looks at having 'O Canada' sung daily in chamber

4 stories from 4 sources in 5 days ago ... #politics #provincial #culture #manitoba #parliament +

Canada imposes strict matching auto tariffs as industry braces impact

April 3, 2025, 9:22 pm

Two reports focus on Canada’s swift policy response to U.S. auto tariffs. The federal decision to impose matching tariffs on American vehicles comes as consumers and the domestic auto industry prepare for significant market shifts. The coverage examines the potential economic fallout and the government’s efforts to shield local interests.

winnipegfreepress.com / Race against tariffs: consumers, auto industry brace for impact

theglobeandmail.com / Carney says Canada will match U.S. auto tariffs

thehub.ca / ‘The liberal democratic world order is under attack’: Darrell Bricker on Canadians’ changing attitudes to free trade in the face of Trump’s tariffs

thestar.com / Manitoba premier says federal tariff retaliation is supported across the board

theglobeandmail.com / Carney announces 25% tariffs on U.S.-made vehicles not compliant with CUSMA

9 stories from 6 sources in 12 days ago ... #provincial #economy #trade #us-relations #global-trade +