Month: August 2021

Mask use required in all indoor public spaces in Manitoba effective Aug 28.

Manitoba is expanding the vaccine passport benefit for fully immunized individuals that will enable businesses, services and events to be available without capacity limits or public health restrictions as of …

Progress Report on Shared Management of the Cedar Lake Fishery

The Manitoba government, Cedar Lake Fisheries Inc. and Chemawawin Cree Nation have released a progress report on the advancement of the shared, sustainable management of the Cedar Lake Fishery. Recently, …

National Invasive Species Municipal Expenditures Survey

The introduction and spread of invasive species threatens the environment, the economy, and society, including human health. However, the true cost of invasive species to Canadian municipalities remains unknown. For …

First Nations Waste Management Initiative

This initiative provides support to First Nations to develop sustainable waste management systems through modern infrastructure, operations, training and partnerships. Funding is available for a range of waste management activities, …

Zebra Mussels Discovered in Lake Manitoba

The Manitoba government is notifying boaters and watercraft users who use Lake Manitoba to follow all the required steps to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS) following the …

Request for Proposals: Guidance on Contaminant Containment and Remediation Techniques Appropriate to Permafrost Sites

The Canadian Council of Ministers of the Environment (CCME) request for proposals: Guidance on Contaminant Containment and Remediation Techniques Appropriate to Permafrost Sites is open for competition. Closes Sept 7. …

Rock Circle Radio Show

The first episode aired on August 10 on 105.5 NCI FM - The Spirit of Manitoba. Listen to it here!

New MOU between Canada and Manitoba to Protect Lake Winnipeg and Its Basin

Lake Winnipeg is a valuable freshwater resource known for its fisheries, critical habitat for migratory birds, plentiful beaches, and importance to the livelihood of many communities along its shores. On …

Call for Proposals for the Canada Nature Fund for Aquatic Species at Risk

The Minister of Fisheries and Oceans announced a new Call for Proposals for the Canada Nature Fund for Aquatic Species at Risk (CNFASAR) for multiyear projects that take place between …

MEIA Info Bulletin – August 2021

Upcoming News and Events

Public Health Order Changes to Come into Effect Saturday, August 7

Many Sectors to Fully Open with No Restrictions