Leons Headlines May 22: Measles concerns rise among MB parents as officials declare an outbreak. Wednesday the province announced 16 new cases, bringing yearly total to 60.
-Carberry residents plan a protest this evening against a proposed RCUT fix to Hwy1 & 5 intersection.
-Signatures at 2200+ as more people join calls for Parks Canada to reverse its sudden ban on motorized boats in Clear Lake, citing harm to tourism, loss of trust.
-Union for 55,000 workers says Canada Post’s 13.5% wage offer over 4 years “falls short” of their 19% ask. Strike possible after midnight.
-For the first time, the Brandon SD must purchase land for its new school in the city’s southwest, as provincial funding replaces land allocation from developments.
-Traffic delays as reconstruction of 18th street resumes with partial northbound lane closures.
-A 23yr old Wpg man faces hate-related charges after RCMP link him to alleged hateful social media posts.
-MB ethics commissioner finds former premier Stefanson, 2 cabinet ministers acted improperly attempting to advance a mining project after election defeat.
-Brandon is keeping its parking meters for now. Winnipeg is replacing pay stations with a phone app pay system, saving $5M. Concerns over tech issues and access.
-Canada confirms it will join Trump’s $175B Golden Dome missile defence. No cost details yet.
-Monsters & Mayhem Monster Truck Tour stops at Keystone Centre July 25–27 with monster trucks, motocross & Pit Parties before each show.
Winnipeg will remove all city parking paystations by the end of August. They say current technology is outdated and maintenance costs too hight. Starting July 2, drivers must use the PayByPhone app, website, phone line, or prepaid parking booklets. The move is expected to save $1 million annually, as 80% of payments are already digital.
What are “sun-seekers” telling the show? Should all cities be doing this? Do we really need cash anymore?
Tasha Scheepbouwer:
Great idea! Half the time when I put money in, it doesn’t work anyway. About time they removed them.
Brandie Phoenix:
Elderly people already struggle with online systems, and now parking too? Maybe fix the real problem and stop charging for parking at all.
Wendy Smith:
I’d rather pay with cash or my debit card. I won’t set up PayPass on my phone.
Sheila Jason Marshall:
That’s terrible. If I can’t park easily, I won’t bother going.
Rolf Boganes:
Cashless is convenient, but risky in the long term.
Sharon Vryenhoek:
We still need cash.
Amber Rav:
In Victoria, each block has a station that takes cash or app payments. It’s a good system—hopefully Winnipeg does the same.
Connie Vrooman:
Cash is golden! Use it whenever you can.
Jolene Balciunas:
That dollar you spent? Bank fees, service fees—it’s no longer worth a dollar to your local shop.
Sydney Kartanson:
Regina has this system—it’s so frustrating. I had to download an app and load my credit card. Not everyone has a phone or credit card. This is dumb.
Michele Carels:
Apps don’t work for everyone. My dad has a flip phone. And during the Rogers outage, my workplace lost tons of money. Cash matters.
Debbie Kynoch:
Not everyone has a phone—this isn’t friendly!
Melanie Mann Gadsby:
People are being scammed with fake QR codes! My cousin got hit in Winnipeg. Just stick with cash.
NO TAX ON TIPS COMES to the USA: A new policy eliminating tax on tips has been passed, allowing service workers to keep 100% of their earned gratuities. This change means higher take-home pay for waitstaff without deductions. It’s a financial boost for many in hospitality who rely heavily on tips to make ends meet.
Are you still tipping in this tough economy? If so, have you reduced or increased your amount? What’s the going rate for you?
Shannon Balicki:
I always tip, but it depends on how friendly and attentive the service is.
Tracy Murphy:
Tips depend on the service. Poor service won’t get 25–30% from me.
Tasha Scheepbouwer:
Usually 10% and up, depending on the service.
Lori Crooks:
Totally depends—I’ve left nothing for bad service. Otherwise, around 15%.
Gayle Arnie Hogg:
15%.
Bobbie Wright:
I try to tip in cash—whatever I can afford.
Cindy Hainsworth Hutchings:
In places with tip-sharing, not tipping 10% can hurt the whole team.
Amon Rudolph:
I usually don’t tip—no one tips me at my job. Only rare, exceptional service gets one.
Sheryl McLean-Shule:
Anywhere from 18–20%, depending on service—sometimes more, sometimes less.
Monica Lamport:
It really depends. I used to waitress, so good service gets a good tip.
Michele Carels:
I tip 20% because I worked in restaurants for 20 years—but less for poor service.
Mikaila Boucher:
I usually tip $5–10 based on service, not percentage. I don’t tip at mall food courts or drive-thrus. I see both sides—tips help, but they’re also paid an hourly wage like most of us.
Marylou Desbiens:
I believe tipping culture has gotten way out of hand.
Rick Thom:
Minimum 10% and up.
Megan Lelonde:
Usually 15–20%.
Lindsay Nelson:
20%.
Hannah Stoneman:
I tip 10–12%, minimum $5—even for bad service at dine-ins. I don’t like tip prompts at drive-thrus. If $15/hour isn’t enough, aim for better credentials.
Colette Livingstone:
20% minimum. More if the service is excellent. Servers often split tips and don’t earn a living wage. If you can’t afford to tip 20%, maybe don’t eat out.
Brandy Marie:
Depends on the restaurant, food, and service. I usually tip 10–15% for a decent experience.
Then there’s tipping when there’s nobody to tip. Or do you get a refund if you tip at a self check? Or is the money donated? Who gets it exactly?
GET READY TO STAND WHILE FLYING! Standing seats on airplanes might be the next big trend in budget travel, aiming to cram more passengers per flight. While it could mean cheaper fares, critics say it raises serious comfort and safety concerns. If approved, air travel could start feeling more like taking the bus.
Would you eat a cheeseburger from a can? The Swiss canned cheeseburger is a quirky convenience food combining beef, cheese, and condiments in a portable can. Popular among hikers and travelers, it offers a quick, no-prep meal option. Though unusual, it’s praised for its long shelf life and surprisingly decent taste.
