What’s New
Budget 2013 Protects Families, Economy Against Global Uncertainty, Repeated Flooding
Plan Focused On What Matters Most to Families: Struthers As reported by the Government of Manitoba News Media Services April 16, 2013 Today’s budget will keep building a better Manitoba for today and the...
Budget 2013: Cutting Expenses, Protecting Families and the Economy
Government Commits to Deliver Services More Efficiently As reported by the Government of Manitoba News Media Services April 16, 2013 In Budget 2012, the Manitoba government committed to finding responsible,...
First Nations Treaties honoured at the Legislature
On May 13, 2013, the Manitoba government acknowledged the contribution of First Nation people to the province on “Honouring the Treaties Day,” an annu...
Celebrating Students and Youth Leadership
On May 7, 2013, Youth leaders from across Manitoba were honoured by the Premier, Ministers and MLAs at the “Reception Celebrating Students and Youth Leadership.” Youth Opportunities Minister Kevin Chief emceed and the Premier honoured the volunteers with a rousing...
Celebrating Volunteers & Community Leaders at the Manitoba Legislature
On April 30, Manitoba MLAs were “Celebrating Volunteers & Community Leaders at the Manitoba Legislature”, an event to honour the dedicated citizens who put their time and heart into making our communities the wonderful places they are. Healthy Living Minister...
April 28 is the Day of Mourning and this year, leaders walked through downtown Winnipeg to raise awareness of the annual occasion. The Day of Mournin...
Premier Honours 100 Years of 4-H
On April 23, 2013, 4-H members and leaders from across the province joined Premier Greg Selinger and Members of the Legislative Assembly to celebrate the organization’s 100th anniversary with a “4-H Day at the Legislature.” For 100 years, 4-H programs in rural communities...
The Members of the Legislative Assembly of Manitoba are supporting the Canadian Red Cross Day of Pink today to take a stand against bullying in schools. The annual Day of Pink gives staff, students and other community members a chance to discuss the impact of bullying...
Manitoba to Join Celebration of Queen's Diamond Jubilee
As reported by the Government of Manitoba News Media Services February 2, 2012 Lt.-Gov. Philip Lee and Premier Greg Selinger today announced that Manitoba will join Canada’s other provinces and territories in marking the Diamond...
Volunteers Honoured by Manitoba Legislature
Today Members of the Legislative Assembly voted to honour Manitoba’s volunteers. A resolution, introduced by MLA for Burrows Melanie Wight, called for the recognition of the integral role volunteers play in improving the quality of life for all Manitobans. “A...
The official Portrait of Gary Doer, Manitoba’s 20th Premier, was unveiled today, May 9, 2012, at the Manitoba Legislative Building. At a ceremony this morning, Doer appeared along with his wife and children, whom he thanked for their devotion and sacrifice during his...
NDP and Liberal MLAs Stand up to Defend Successful Made-in-Manitoba Immigration Model
Today, Members of the Legislative Assembly voted to defend Manitoba’s successful immigration model and called on the federal government to reverse its plans to unilaterally terminate their settlement services agreement with the province. Manitoba’s support for newcomers ...
Government Resolution - Federal Centralization of Settlement Services
Hon. Christine Melnick (Minister of Immigration and Multiculturalism): Yes, Mr. Speaker, I move, seconded by the Minister of Culture, Heritage and Tourism (Ms. Marcelino), the following resolution on federal centralization of settlement services: WHEREAS...
Stand up for Manitoba's Provincial Nominee Program
Today, a resolution was presented in the House to defend Manitoba’s extremely successful Provincial Nominee Program. Manitoba’s Nominee program is widely recognized as the best in Canada. Why change a successful program? The Manitoba...
Budget 2012: Focused on What Matters Most to Families
As reported by the Government of Manitoba News Media Services April 17th, 2012 Budget 2012 is a plan to keep Manitoba moving forward through uncertain times, by focusing on the things that matter most to families and by finding...
Public Forums on Crime Prevention begin
The Department of Children and Youth Opportunities will be holding a series of public forums in preparation for a provincial strategy to stop youth crime before it begins. Come and listen to the people on the frontlines in your community and add your thoughts. The...
Lord Selkirk Settlers Honoured by Manitoba Legislature
Today Members of the Legislative Assembly voted to honour the Lord Selkirk Settlers on the Bicentennial of their arrival at the Forks. A resolution, introduced by MLA for Selkirk Greg Dewar, called for the recognition of the role of the Settlers in the creation of the...
The Rainbow Resource Centre is holding a rally in support of the International Day Against Homophobia on Thursday, May 16, at the Manitoba Legislature. The call to action is “Say No to Bullying a...
Building safer communities is not just about cracking down on crime but also making sure that Manitobans feel safe in their homes and in their communities. It takes a multi-pronged approach including increased policing and prosecution, successful crime prevention programs,...
Rien n’est plus important pour le succès futur de nos enfants que l’éducation. C’est pourquoi nous prenons des mesures à long terme pour protéger la qualité de l’éducation au Manitoba, même en cette période économique difficile. Nous poursuivons notre...
We are developing Canada’s first registry of people who abuse vulnerable adults including people with disabilities. We are the first Manitoba government to create the position of Minister responsible for Persons with Disabilities. In March 2011,...
Having access to quality child care is critical to Manitoba families. Working together with parents, advocates, workers and others, we have redefined child care in this province as a vital institution that should be available to all Manitoba families. We have...
Recent statements in the House
International Day against Homophobia
Mr. Speaker, tomorrow is International Day against Homophobia. First marked in 2006, this rallying event offers an opportunity for everyone to come together in support of the LGBTTQ community. We are all too familiar with heartbreaking stories of youth suicides...
Mr. Speaker, to emergency responders in Winnipeg, the term “status4” means “on the scene.” However, Status4 has also come to be known throughout the city, province and country as an inspiring community-driven non-profit organization that is making a positive difference...
Reach for the Top: Vincent Massey Collegiate
Mr. Speaker, today I want to share some exciting news about a superb accomplishment by a group of young people in Fort Garry-Riverview. The Vincent Massey Collegiate Reach for the Top team won the Silver Medal at the recent provincial tournament and has qualified for the Reach...
Student Art Show in Kirkfield Park
Mr. Speaker, Kirkfield Park is blessed with many talented young people. I'm always astounded by the incredible athletes, musicians, artists, actors and thinkers that are sharing their gifts with the community in many different ways, and I've had the chance to speak in this House...
Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the efforts of an agency that supports people with intellectual disabilities to work, participate and contribute to the community. Mr. Speaker, SCE LifeWorks is a St. James non-profit organization that helps people with intellectual disabilities...
WHEREAS Nick Ternette was a political activist, journalist and volunteer widely known throughout Manitoba for dedicating over 40 years to being an advocate for social justice, participatory democracy and human rights; and WHEREAS Nick Ternette spoke strongly for the...
Fifth Anniversary of the Filipino Nurses Recruitment Mission
Mr. Speaker, 2013 marks an anniversary that is special to the Filipino and health care communities. Five years ago, nurses were recruited from the Philippines to work in Manitoba. More nurses were needed across the province, especially in rural areas. A strong partnership...
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate an exciting development in my home community of Brandon. Yesterday WestJet announced that it is coming to the Wheat City of Canada. Starting this fall western Manitobans will have access to daily non-stop flights to and from Calgary through...
I rise in the house today to provide an update on the extraordinary event that took place in the community of Ochre River over the weekend. Strong winds caused a massive ice shift early Friday evening on Dauphin Lake resulting in ice pushing up onto Ochre Beach along...
Mr. Speaker: I rise today to acknowledge Manitoba Day, which was this past Sunday May 12th. It was the 143rd anniversary of the province of Manitoba. There were numerous displays and events that occurred yesterday and over the weekend in recognition of Manitoba Day...
Mr. Speaker, this morning and throughout the day we have come together at the Legislative Assembly of Manitoba, on Treaty 1 land, to celebrate Treaties Day in Manitoba. Today we honour Treaties 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 10 which were signed by our ancestors between 1871 and 1906. In...
Mr. Speaker, there are numerous reasons why St. Norbert is one of the greatest places to live in Manitoba. Integral to the strength of our community is its successful business sector, and I'm pleased to inform the House that entrepreneurs in St. Norbert are now members of a business...
Mr. Speaker, Brandon is privileged to be home to a vibrant cultural community. I'm proud to rise in the House today and recognize a distinguished born and raised Brandonite who has done us proud on the world stage. This past month, violinist James Ehnes was awarded a 2013 Juno...
