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    Experts warn Manitobans will have to get used to a fiery future

    May 29, 2025 – The Narwhal –  This spring’s wildfires are some of the most devastating our province has endured, sparking fears the scorching season is merely a prelude of what’s to come.

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    Are solar panels worth the investment? Yes — usually — but it depends where you live

    May 29, 2025 – The Canadian Press – Solar panels have never been cheaper, and the lower upfront cost means homeowners can recoup their investment more quickly, with savings on electricity bills.

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    Canada wildfires: 17,000 forced to evacuate as forest fires rage across Manitoba

    May 29, 2025 – The Independent – Fires force complete evacuation of Flin Flon city near Saskatchewan border after winds shift and pushed flames dangerously close to community.

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    Earth is heading for 2.7°C warming this century. We may avoid the worst climate scenarios – but the outlook is still dire

    May 27, 2025 – The Conversation –  Is climate action a lost cause? The United States is withdrawing from the Paris Agreement for the second time, while heat records over land and sea have toppled and extreme weather events have multiplied.

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    Here’s how people are making buildings more climate resilient

    May 25, 2025 – Schools, communities and municipalities are looking for ways to make their buildings more adaptable.

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    Widespread wildfire smoke prompts air quality alerts in Manitoba

    May 26, 2025 – CBC – Warning in place for southeast Manitoba, special air quality statement in the north.

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    ‘Afraid of the water’? Life in a city that dumps billions of litres of raw sewage into lakes and rivers

    May 10, 2025 – The Narwhal – 10 billion litres of sewage are dumped into Winnipeg’s lakes and rivers each year. Some avoid touching river water altogether — but others say the untreated sewage is not as bad as it sounds.

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    Brokenhead starts heat pump program, creates jobs

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