Leons Headlines Oct 1: Hundreds gathered at the Riverbank Discovery Centre Tuesday to honour the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation.
-Manitoba government is spending $4M to support Indigenous-led addictions programming creating 1200 treatment spaces.
-Minimum wage rises to $16 today in Manitoba. It’s also up in ON, SK, NS & PEI. Albert is the lowest at $15.
-Tuesday morning EMTs responded to a crash at #1 & #16 intersection, an SUV collided with a transport truck, leaving the car on its side beside a hydro pole. No word on injuries.
-Canada Post strike delays delivery of MPI documents, as thousands wait for statements, cheques & licences while still required to make payments.
-Brandon hotels face room shortages & doubled rates as wildfire evacuations & industrial projects drive the busiest period in years.
-RCMP are investigating after windows smashed & set fires at the A&W and Chicken Chef in Russell early Saturday.
-University students in Brandon struggle to find housing as rising rents leave many with few options.
-Swimming is back in Dauphin today at Kin Aquatic Centre & skating is back at the Sportsplex for the first time since 2023.
-Manitoba legislature fall sitting starts today, debating fines for a former Premier & bills to extended detention intoxicated people.
-Costco trims its Christmas offerings as consumers pull back on spending.
-Business Council of Canada sounds alarm that Canada is in an “investment crisis” and says prosperity can’t be achieved by taking on more debt.
-US government shutdown starts today as nation faces new period of uncertainty.
-US Government takes equity in Canadian company Lithium Americas & its Nevada mining venture with GM as part of a renegotiation of a federal loan.
-Jets fall 3-2 to MN Wild in pre-season action.
Minimum Wage rises in Manitoba. Manitoba workers get a tiny bump today as minimum wage climbs from $15.80 to $16. Manitoba is not the only ones raising the wage, and we talk about what it was when YOU started your work life. Should the wage be more a “liveable wage” than minimum, or should the government just consider taking less tax?
US Government Shutdown & Canadian travelers. The U.S. government shutdown could mean closed offices, delayed passports, and longer lines for Canadians traveling south. Plan ahead unless you like surprises at the border!
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/09/28/travel/government-shutdown-airports-national-parks.html
Canadians & MLB ticket restrictions. Canadians can’t buy MLB tickets in New York anymore, and now the Blue Jays are returning the favor for Americans. Looks like baseball just became a “your side of the border only” game!
Keith and Nicole divorce news. Keith has apparently moved on, and Nicole has officially filed for divorce. Sometimes, life really is stranger than reality TV. At least both of them are financially well off, so money won’t be a sticking point.
Worst tattoo requests. Artists are spilling on the strangest, weirdest, and downright horrifying client tattoo requests. Some ideas are so bad they should come with a parental warning.
https://www.boredpanda.com/are-you-sure-tattoo-designs
72-year-old heavy metal singer. A 72-year-old is crushing it on social media by singing heavy metal covers. Proof that rocking out doesn’t have an age limit!
’90s fast food trends comeback. People are craving ’90s fast food trends again in 2025. Yes, the nostalgia for tiny fries and neon drinks is real!
https://www.tastingtable.com/1982593/90s-old-school-fast-food-trends-bring-back-2025
Wheel of Fortune $1M winner. Another lucky contestant just scored $1 million on Wheel of Fortune. Talk about spinning your way straight into the dream life!
