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MIKE DEAL / FREE PRESS Winnipeg Mayor, Scott Gillingham, speaks during the press conference. WPS Chief Gene Bowers discusses the results of June’s 10-day drug enforcement activities, and the next steps they will be taking in coordination with community and government partners, during a press conference that was held at Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre located at 445 King Street, Thursday morning. Other speakers included David Bowman, Director of Organizational Development & Support, WPS, Jackie Anderson, Executive Director, Ka Ni Kanicihk, and Mayor Scott Gillingham, City of Winnipeg. Reporters: Chris Kitching and Joyanne Pursaga 260806 - Thursday, August 06, 2026.