Winnipeg news on Saturday, October 24, 2026
In Winnipeg on Saturday, October 24, 2026: Bombers clinch playoffs; mayoral race tightens. Also: Winnipeg Blue Bombers defeated BC Lions 34–10 yesterday to clinch their final 2026 CFL playoff spot; Mayor Scott Gillingham remains leading mayoral choice despite 19-point decline in a new poll. Weather: Cool Saturday with temperatures between 5–10°C, mostly clear skies, and winds up to 27 km/h.
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Headlines
- Winnipeg Blue Bombers defeated BC Lions 34–10 yesterday to clinch their final 2026 CFL playoff spot.3DownNation ·
News & local government
- Mayor Scott Gillingham remains leading mayoral choice despite 19-point decline in a new poll.CBC ·
- Mayoral candidate Klein pledges property-tax freeze in 2027 with future increases capped at 2.99%.CBC ·
- Winnipeg and Brandon set record early voting numbers as advance polls closed.CBC ·
- First Nations prepare for historic meeting with federal and provincial leaders.Winnipeg Free Press ·
Safety & emergencies
- Pedestrian fatally struck by pickup truck in Winnipeg; incident under investigation.CityNews Winnipeg ·
Sports
- Final regular season week of Winnipeg high school football completed.CTV News ·
- Blue Bombers quarterback Zach Collaros exited playoff-clinching victory with an injury.3DownNation ·
- Wesmen secured a smooth season-opening win with strong scoring performance.Wesmen Athletics ·
Culture & arts
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