Winnipeg news on Friday, October 30, 2026

In Winnipeg on Friday, October 30, 2026: $500M sewage upgrade for North End. Also: Dru Brown starts for Winnipeg Blue Bombers in East semifinal against Toronto Argonauts today; Winnipeg tenants celebrate stronger rent control measures following recent rally and advocacy. Weather: Mostly clear and cool today, ranging from -1 to 7°C with light winds.

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Dru Brown starts for Winnipeg Blue Bombers in East semifinal against Toronto Argonauts today.Global News · Oct 30, 9:46 PM

News & local government

Federal government commits $500 million to upgrade Winnipeg's North End sewage treatment plant.CBC · Oct 30, 10:34 PM
Winnipeg tenants celebrate stronger rent control measures following recent rally and advocacy.CityNews Winnipeg · Oct 30, 10:10 PM
Winnipeg city council now includes record number of women elected in recent municipal election.CityNews Winnipeg · Oct 30, 10:15 PM
Official results confirm 37.8% of Winnipeggers voted in 2026 municipal election.CityNews Winnipeg · Oct 30, 8:29 PM

Safety & emergencies

RCMP urges Manitobans to drive safely following increase in fatal collisions on roads.Global News · Oct 30, 8:26 PM

Events & going out

Winnipeg Comiccon returns Friday with guests from The Office, Pokémon, and Starship Troopers.CTV News · Oct 30, 8:39 PM

Notices, lost & found

Winnipeg yard waste collection ending soon for the season; schedule pickup before deadline.CTV News · Oct 30, 7:40 PM

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