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Partially Treated Wastewater Overflow Winnipeg River

Please be advised that between the evening of September 16 and morning of September 17 the City’s Wastewater Treatment Plant experienced an overflow of partially treated wastewater into the Winnipeg River due to heavy rainfall and pump failure.  The overflow was diluted by the heavy rain flows coming into the Wastewater Treatment Plant, and then further diluted by the River waters. 

The City immediately reported the overflow to the appropriate regulatory bodies upon learning of the event and...

Brushing Work on James Road

Please be advised brushing work has started on James Road and will be carried out over the next two weeks, September 18 to October 2, 2024.

There may be traffic delays. Motorists and pedestrians are reminded to obey the signs and traffic controls. Use caution when heavy equipment is working. 

We appreciate the public’s patience and cooperation during this maintenance work.

Second Street South Fire Hydrant Work

Please be advised that Second Street South between Chipman Street and Fourth Avenue South will be closed from Monday, September 23, to Thursday, September 26, to complete a fire hydrant replacement.

Detour routes will be in place.

We thank the public for their patience during this maintenance work.

Precautionary Boil Water Advisory for Minto Drive and Minto Crescent

Please be advised that the Precautionary Boil Water Advisory for Minto Drive and Minto Crescent has been issued as of the evening of September 17, 2024.  

All water from taps should be boiled for at least one minute if it is used for human consumption. Once boiled the water can be stored in the refrigerator in a clean food-safe container and should be used for other activities where it may be ingested. 

The advisory shall remain in effect until a notice of rescind is issued. 

For information regarding...

Railway Street Road Works

Please be advised that road works will be completed on Railway Street from 1405 Railway Street to 1439 Railway Street starting Monday, September 16, for the next four weeks.

Two lanes of traffic will be maintained during this time.

Motorists are reminded to obey the signs and traffic controls, and use caution when heavy equipment is working.

We thank the public for their patience and cooperation during this work.