In a region defined by rural communities, working families, and the realities of life close to the international border, local government isn't an abstract idea. It's personal. For the people who live here, those decisions are part of everyday life — from the roads they travel and the services they rely on, to the economic opportunities that can determine whether families stay, businesses grow, and communities thrive. Today on Cross Border Interviews, we sit down with Municip

Morden is a city that has grown from its agricultural roots into one of Manitoba's increasingly dynamic communities. With that growth comes opportunity — but also the responsibility of making sure infrastructure, services, housing, business, and community life keep pace. Today on Cross Border Interviews, we sit down with City of Morden Mayor Nancy Penner. We'll talk about her experience in municipal leadership, the issues shaping Morden today, and her vision for where this co

Welcome to Cross Border Interviews. Our goal is to create meaningful municipal conversations that inform, connect, educate and strengthen communities from coast to coast to coast in Canada. For this edition of Cross Border Interviews, we spoke with Rural Municipality of De Salaberry , Manitoba Councillor Gaby Tetrault at the 2026 FCM Convention. The R.M. of De Salaberry is a full service community with all the modern amenities one would desire in a natural, safe environment

Welcome to Cross Border Interviews. Our goal is to create meaningful municipal conversations that inform, connect, educate and strengthen communities from coast to coast to coast in Canada. For this edition of Cross Border Interviews, we are honoured to welcome to the show from the City of Portage la Prairie Manitoba Councillor Terrie Porter. Portage la Prairie offers an educated workforce, with over half the population having received post-secondary education. With 40% recei

Welcome to Episode 900 of Cross Border Interviews. This is the show where we dive into the insights of municipal political leaders from across Canada. Our mission is to shine a light on the dedicated individuals who, day in and day out, work around the council table to shape the communities we call home. For this edition of Cross Border Interview, we were at the 2025 Association of Manitoba Municipalities Convention in Downtown Winnipeg where we were speaking with Municipal l

Welcome to Cross Border Interviews. This is the show where we dive into the insights of municipal political leaders from across Canada. Our mission is to shine a light on the dedicated individuals who, day in and day out, work around the council table to shape the communities we call home. For this edition of Cross Border Interview, we were at the 2025 Association of Manitoba Municipalities Convention in Downtown Winnipeg, where we were speaking with Municipal leaders from ac

Welcome to Cross Border Interviews. This is the show where we dive into the insights of municipal political leaders from across Canada. Our mission is to shine a light on the dedicated individuals who, day in and day out, work around the council table to shape the communities we call home. For this edition of Cross Border Interview, we were at the 2025 Association of Manitoba Municipalities Convention in Downtown Winnipeg, where we were speaking with Municipal leaders from ac

Welcome to Cross Border Interviews. This is the show where we dive into the insights of municipal political leaders from across Canada. Our mission is to shine a light on the dedicated individuals who, day in and day out, work around the council table to shape the communities we call home. For this edition of Cross Border Interview, we were at the 2025 Association of Manitoba Municipalities Convention in Downtown Winnipeg where we were speaking with Municipal leaders from acr

Welcome to Cross Border Interviews. This is the show where we dive into the insights of municipal political leaders from across Canada. Our mission is to shine a light on the dedicated individuals who, day in and day out, work around the council table to shape the communities we call home. For this edition of Cross Border Interview, we were at the 2025 Association of Manitoba Municipalities Convention in Downtown Winnipeg, where we were speaking with Municipal leaders from ac