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Prairie Green Landfill Search Concludes; Crews to Move to Brady Road Site

After private ceremonies honoring Morgan Harris and Marcedes Myran, Manitoba premier commits specialized teams to locate Ashlee Shingoose’s remains

Overview

  • The multi-month excavation at Prairie Green Landfill wrapped up on July 9, completing the search for Morgan Harris and Marcedes Myran.
  • Partial remains of the two women were first recovered in February and officially identified in March by RCMP.
  • Premier Wab Kinew and search team members held private repatriation ceremonies with families on July 14 and 15.
  • Specialized crews and equipment will soon be redeployed to the Brady Road Landfill in hopes of recovering Ashlee Shingoose’s remains.
  • The $40-million search initiative followed Indigenous-led advocacy and government pledges after initial safety and cost concerns.