Manitoba’s legislature erupted in chaos Nov. 2025, with MPs trading insults over personal issues and policies, prompting Speaker Lindsey’s rebuke and apology after calling a colleague a "Pinocchio."

Manitoba’s provincial legislature descended into disorder during a heated November 2025 session, with members from both the governing New Democrats and opposition Progressive Conservatives exchanging personal attacks over issues including dietary habits, past criminal records, and transgender rights. Speaker Tom Lindsey condemned the conduct as shameful and embarrassing, especially with students present, and reprimanded a member for calling another a "Pinocchio," a breach of parliamentary rules, though later apologized after opposition pushback. Despite multiple interventions, shouting and heckling continued, with both parties blaming each other for the breakdown in decorum. The legislature was scheduled to adjourn for winter break the following Thursday.