June 13, 2022
Whiteshell News
CP Train Derailment Near Ontario Border
On June 11, a CP train derailed approximately 3 km’s east of Caddy Lake. Manitoba Wildfire Service responded to a small wildfire resulting from the derailment. Clean up has begun from the train derailment that occurred. Thanks to Paul Wanke for the photos
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June 10, 2022
Roads and Highways, Safety Alerts, Water Levels
WHITESHELL WATER UPDATE: JUNE 10
Manitoba Parks provided the following update today with the following highlights. Parks staff were in the Betula Lake area today checking on infrastructure, water continues to slowly recede along the highway and Betula Lake itself. Recreational facilities in the area remain above lake level and are high and dry. Repairs were completed on PR 309 […]
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June 9, 2022
Roads and Highways, Safety Alerts, Water Levels
WHITESHELL WATER UPDATE: JUNE 9
Manitoba Parks provided the following update today. Whiteshell Provincial Park: June 9, 2022 A local state of emergency has been declared for Whiteshell Provincial Park on May 20, 2022 due to rising water levels within the park. As of June 10 at 1pm the closure will be rescinded for the following areas only: Sylvia Lake, […]
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June 9, 2022
General News
MANITOBA GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCES FREE PROVINCIAL PARK ACCESS, FREE FAMILY FISHING THIS WEEKEND
Visitors Should Carefully Check Conditions and Monitor Closures Before Heading to Provincial Parks: Minister Manitobans are encouraged to venture outside this weekend to enjoy free provincial park access and free family fishing Environment, Climate and Parks Minister Jeff Wharton announced today. “Spanning more than four million hectares of land and water, Manitoba’s provincial parks have […]
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June 8, 2022
Roads and Highways, Safety Alerts, Water Levels
WHITESHELL WATER UPDATE: JUNE 8
Manitoba Parks provided the following update today. A couple of new/ updated items: – We expect to have more details tomorrow regarding a phased re-opening for the areas along the Winnipeg River. – Information around beaches have been updated to be clearer regarding their status in the park. Swim lines are not at beaches but […]
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June 8, 2022
Whiteshell News
Manitoba Parks Laborer Job Postings
Environment, Climate and Parks, Eastern Region, is seeking qualified individuals to fill a Labourer/Operator 2 position located at the South Whiteshell Transfer Station. An eligibility list may be created for similar positions in the South Whiteshell and will remain in effect for up to 12 months. Click the links below to see the position description […]
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June 8, 2022
Whiteshell News
New Hydro Project Planned at Pointe du Bois
In early April, MB Hydro informed WCA of a new project Manitoba Hydro is planning to increase Pointe du Bois Generating Station’s supply of renewable, dependable electricity and enhance our transmission capacity in the area, so they can get the most value of Manitobans’ investment in this over 110-year-old energy asset. The following update was […]
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June 7, 2022
Roads and Highways, Safety Alerts, Water Levels
WHITESHELL WATER UPDATE: JUNE 7
Manitoba Parks provided the following update today Whiteshell Provincial Park: June 7, 2022 A local state of emergency has been declared for Whiteshell Provincial Park on May 20, 2022 due to rising water levels within the park. Developed areas at Betula Lake were closed on May 21, 2022. This closure area was expanded (May 24) […]
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