Colonsay News
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
Politics & Government
Truck company involved in deadly crash shut down by Manitoba government a second time
The fatal Brandon accident in May prompted calls for a crackdown on companies who move jurisdictions or change names to dodge safety regulation
25 soldiers still hospitalized weeks after CFB Wainwright disaster
According to the Department of National Defence, 14 soldiers have been released from hospital since a devastating wildfire killed four and injured 39
Winnipeg Jets’ Brad Lambert clears waivers & loaned to Manitoba Moose
Lambert is going back to the AHL with the Manitoba Moose after not being claimed off waivers.
EPS welcomes city budget but warns $61.6M shortfall could affect critical technology
While EPS and the police commission welcome the city's draft budget, they say there's a significant shortfall when it comes to keeping information technology up to date.
Business & Economy
How much further diesel prices need to fall before Canadian consumers see relief at the grocery store
The cost of diesel went down 13 cents in many parts of Nova Scotia on Wednesday morning to 256.5 cents a litre, with similar price drops across the country.
JetBlue raises checked baggage fees again as jet fuel prices remain high
Fee for first checked bag increases to $50 one way for most economy passengers, up from $39 previously
JetBlue raises baggage fees for a second time as jet fuel prices stay elevated
JetBlue has raised its checked baggage fees for the second time this year, making it more expensive for travellers to check luggage just as the busy holiday travel season gets underway.
Nutrien earnings slide 39% in third quarter
Saskatchewan fertilizer giant misses forecasts as sales in nitrogen division fall and costs increase
The other midterms issue: Florida voted against Canadian snowbirds
Floridians approved an amendment that will shift more of the property-tax burden onto foreign owners