Provincial News

WINNIPEG — A member of Manitoba's Opposition New Democrats has raised the prospect of a government "clampdown" on grocery prices if the party wins the election slated for Oct. 3, but has not offered details on how that might be possible.

BUFFALO NARROWS, Sask. — Hundreds of wildfire evacuees in Saskatchewan are to return home as heavy smoke in the northern region appears to have subsided.

WINNIPEG — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau repeated promises Tuesday to update legislation that governs water use while formally announcing the Canada Water Agency is to be headquartered in Manitoba's capital city.

REGINA — The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency is lifting a fire ban across the province after recent rainfall and cooler temperatures helped crews battle wildfires in the northern region.

WINNIPEG — The chief executive officer of Manitoba's auto insurance Crown corporation was let go on the long weekend after an internal review of his conduct, officials said Tuesday.

WINNIPEG — Manitoba Opposition NDP Leader Wab Kinew promised an economically focused, fiscally responsible government if his party wins the Oct. 3 election, although his outline to the Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce was short on details and costs.

WINNIPEG — The relationship between Manitoba Premier Heather Stefanson and Pride Winnipeg showed signs of thawing Tuesday, although she remains under a one-year ban from speaking at the annual rally for the LGBTQ community.

REGINA — Hundreds of people in Saskatchewan are still unable to return home as crews continue to battle wildfires in the province’s northern region.

WINNIPEG — Manitoba Public Insurance has replaced its president and CEO with an interim leader amid a review the province ordered last month of the Crown-owned insurer.

PORTAGE LA PRAIRIE, Man. — The Brooks Bandits defeated the Battlefords North Stars 4-0 on Sunday to win the Centennial Cup for the third consecutive time.