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3 days ago
- General
- CTV News
‘Come back into play': Wanuskewin bison herd has grown in the past five years
Wanuskewin Heritage Park is marking national bison week by highlighting the cultural and ecological significance of bison. 'Bison are regarded as a keystone species,' said Ian Hnatowich, manager of natural resources and ecology at Wanuskewin. 'Without the bison on this landscape — much like a building would crumble and fail without the keystone — these environments would similarly begin to crumble and fail.' Bison behaviour create conditions and habitats that can benefit other plants and animals. Their waste incubates insect eggs and larvae, which in turn provide food for endangered prairie bird species. As bison roam, they also help spread seeds, and birds use their shed fur for nesting. Nearly 150 years after facing near extinction, bison are making a comeback. In 2019, a small herd of 11 bison was introduced to Wanuskewin. That herd has since grown to more than 50, and their presence is already making a noticeable impact on the landscape. 'We've seen the rejuvenation of several different specific animal species and their populations,' Hnatowich told CTV News. 'We've also seen new species that should be part of this environment start to slowly come back into play.' Bison also hold spiritual and cultural importance for many Indigenous communities. Historically, they were used for a variety of purposes including food, clothing, and ceremonial practices. 'Bison have such a huge history here on the Plains, and they are so intertwined with the history of Indigenous people,' said Jessie Muhlbach, a senior interpretive guide. 'So, when you learn about bison, you're also learning about the land and Indigenous culture.' National bison week encourages people to celebrate the species. 'Because it's national bison week, coming out here and spending time with the bison is a great way to understand Wanuskewin in its complete form,' said Andrew McDonald, co-executive director of Wanuskewin. National bison week runs until Saturday.
CTV News
3 days ago
- CTV News
Majority of violators failing to stop at intersections live nearby, says Barrie Police
A police officer is pictured in his cruiser in Barrie, Ont. (CTV News/Rob Cooper) Officers with the Barrie Police Traffic Unit were out on the streets conducting stop sign enforcement throughout parts of Barrie. A large police presence was spotted on Thursday in the Madelaine and Shepherd Drive area, and Shepherd Drive and West Oak Trail. After conducting enforcement, police confirmed that the majority of the violators failing to stop at these intersections live nearby. Knowing how to stop safely and properly is an important driving skill. The fine in Ontario for failing to stop at a stop sign is $110 and three demerit points. You must come to a complete stop for all stop signs and red traffic lights. Here are a few reminder's for drivers from the Government of Ontario: Railway crossings All railway crossings on public roads in the province are marked with large red and white 'X' signs. Watch for these signs and be prepared to stop. You may also see yellow advance warning signs and large 'X' pavement markings ahead of railway crossings. Some railway crossings have flashing signal and some use gates or barriers to keep drivers from crossing. School crossings Where a school-crossing guard holds up a red and white stop sign, you must stop before reaching the crossing and remain stopped until all people, including the school crossing guard, have cleared the entire roadway. If you have doubts about when it is safe to drive, wait until all the children and the guard have cleared the crossing. Pedestrian crossovers Pedestrian crossovers are designated areas that allow pedestrians to safely cross roads where there are no traffic lights. Drivers including cyclists must stop and yield the right-of-way to pedestrians in the crossover.
CTV News
5 days ago
- CTV News
‘Guess I'm not doing anything': additional thefts by tow truck in Transcona
A tow truck is taking Teah Sawa's van away, seen in her security footage. Uploaded July 15, 2025. (Teah Sawa) Multiple cases of vehicle thefts related to tow trucks have been reported, after CTV News aired an initial report of a stolen truck. On Tuesday, Teah Sawa, a resident of Transcona, reached out to CTV News after a story of a similar vehicle theft in her neighbourhood was published Monday. 'I was getting ready to go to an appointment, and when I walked out, I noticed the van was gone,' Sawa explained. 'I checked the back, it wasn't there, and then I checked the cameras – and sure enough, at about 1:30 a.m., someone had taken it.' In Sawa's security footage, a tow truck stole her van within 10 seconds. 'The tow truck pulled past my van with the equipment already down, and then they just backed into the van, lift it up, and took off with it,' Sawa said. In addition to Sawa's case, another Transcona resident, Maria Welfing, also had her van stolen on Tuesday morning. '6:10 a.m. (Tuesday) morning, I woke up – and like I always do, I open up my curtains and my van's not there. I'm thinking, 'did I actually leave it somewhere else?' I look down the street. No,' Welfing told CTV News. Welfing made a Facebook post about her vehicle, and another neighbour responded. 'It was just a couple streets over from where I live, and it was just right in front of her house.' Welfing cannot be sure, but she told CTV News that she suspects her van was towed as well, given what is happening in the area. In an email correspondence, Winnipeg police confirmed that reports have come in about theft by tow truck. 'Winnipeg Police Service's Property Crimes Unit is aware of reports of vehicle thefts by tow trucks and is actively investigating,' the email read. In the meantime, Sawa is glad that the community is looking out for each other. 'It can be overwhelming, but I think that everyone is doing a really good job just keeping on top of things and communicating what's going on.' Anyone with any information regarding stolen vehicles, including surveillance videos, is asked to call the Winnipeg Police Service at 204-986-6222 or CrimeStoppers at 204-786-8477.
CTV News
11-07-2025
- Business
- CTV News
Youth unemployment rate rises
The youth unemployment rate increased to the highest level in June in almost two decades. CTV's Camille Wilson speaks with students looking for a summer job.
CTV News
11-07-2025
- Business
- CTV News
Trump destroying ‘six decades of economic integration' with tariff threats to Canada: Ham
Watch CTV News U.S. Political Analyst Eric Ham says Trump is in a 'race against China for rare earth minerals' as he continues to put tariffs on trade partners.
