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New NDP Government Uncovers Murder Victims' Remains in Manitoba

9/15/2025

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Manitoba's former Progressive Conservative government withheld a landfill search report for murder victims, citing freedom of information laws.
Families and Indigenous leaders called for a search for victims Morgan Harris and Marcedes Myran.
A 2023 study estimated search costs at $184 million, highlighting feasibility despite toxic risks.
The previous government, under Heather Stefanson, rejected the search based on this study.
The new NDP government began a search in late 2024, uncovering remains at a cost of $18-$20 million.

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Story summary

Manitoba's former Progressive Conservative government withheld a landfill search report for murder victims, citing freedom of information laws.
Families and Indigenous leaders called for a search for victims Morgan Harris and Marcedes Myran.
A 2023 study estimated search costs at $184 million, highlighting feasibility despite toxic risks.
The previous government, under Heather Stefanson, rejected the search based on this study.
The new NDP government began a search in late 2024, uncovering remains at a cost of $18-$20 million.