Leons Headlines Sept 17: BREAKING NEWS-Manitoba is ending the twice-yearly clock change immediately and will remain on Central Daylight Time year-round, meaning there will be no clock change on November 1, 2026.
-The elimination of Fall Back/Spring Forward means MB Summers will stay untouched, with early mornings and long evenings in the SUN, however what changes it 10am winter sunrises & daylight until 5pm in Winter, so Winter mornings are going to be VERY Dark.
-Overnight Bell-operated 911 services went down across parts of Canada including MB; service was fully restored less than an hour later.
-Some MB parents are raising concerns the new health curriculum introduces sex ed & gender topics earlier, including in kindergarten prompting a renewed “parental rights” debate.
-Dauphin’s mobile CT scanner to open Sept. 23.
-PMH says 10 new international physicians will work this fall in Killarney, Minnedosa, Carberry, Russell, Swan River & Rossburn/Shoal Lake.
-Westman RCMP received 79 calls for service in just 6 days Sept. 6–12.
-A 44yr old ND arrested Saturday after he fled from CBSA at the Canada-U.S. border at Emerson.
-CBSA says 111 people have been removed from Canada in an operation targeting people linked to extortion, including 30 in the Prairie Region.
-Trump says Canada becoming an EU associate member could be considered a ‘hostile act’; PM says Canada welcomes the ambition to become the EU’s first associate member.
-Jets suspend Connor Hellebuyck for failing to report to training camp after requesting a trade, the team will hold a 10:30 a.m. press conference in Winnipeg.
Canada’s PM Adresses the EU Parliment and the world takes notice. Mark Carney is in Europe pitching a much deeper Canada-EU relationship, including the possibility of Canada becoming the bloc’s first “associate member.” The idea would mean closer cooperation in areas like defence, critical minerals, AI, energy and digital trade.
US Reaction — Trump. Donald Trump has reacted strongly to the idea of Canada becoming an EU associate member, calling the proposal “laughable” and warning Europe could face very serious tariffs if he considers the move hostile. The comments add another layer to the already tense trade relationship between Canada, the U.S. and Europe.
US Reaction — Democrats. Democrats are also weighing in as the Canada-EU proposal becomes another point of debate in Washington over America’s relationship with its northern neighbour. The bigger question is whether closer Canadian ties with Europe change the economic and strategic balance between Canada and the United States.
“I Changed My Mind on the EU Deal” In my heart I know my path will hopefully lead me to a beach and palm tree, and what started as a California dream pivoted to Texas. Now after intially forming a negative reaction, Spain may be something for me to consider. Warm, friendly and could be Visa free for work and travel, it might just be more friendly to Canadians and quite frankly, WAY LESS Hassle and stress. AND THE BEACHES. Have you SEEN THE BEACHES?!?!?!
Tim Hortons + WestJet. Tim Hortons coffee is officially going airborne, with a new Flight Roast designed specifically for drinking at 35,000 feet coming to WestJet flights November 30. And in 2027, Tims Rewards and WestJet Rewards members will be able to link their accounts and earn WestJet points on eligible Tim Hortons purchases.
Nerf Roller Coaster — West Edmonton Mall. West Edmonton Mall is getting a brand-new Nerf-themed roller coaster in Galaxyland, replacing the legendary Mindbender that closed in 2023. The really cool part is that riders will eventually be able to choose between a family-friendly Core mode and a more intense Quantum mode with bigger twists, inversions and higher speeds.
Fast & Furious Coaster — Universal Studios Hollywood. The new Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift has officially opened at Universal Studios Hollywood, giving the franchise its own high-speed outdoor roller coaster. It features four launches, multiple inversions and speeds of up to 72 mph, with riders even sitting in vehicles inspired by cars from the movies.
