Record Investment in Northern HighwaysI was pleased to, recently as Minister of Infrastructure and Transportation, announce a further historic investment in highways in Northern Manitoba. Continue reading
Modernizing Our Liquor LawsOur provincial government has introduced sigificant changes to Manitoba’s liquor laws. This will result in administrative savings for taxpayers, renew commitment to public safety, social responsibility, community input and modernize our liquor laws. Continue reading
New Thompson Detox Unit AnnouncedI was pleased to join with Healthy Living Minister Jim Rondeau to announce that a new detox facility will be opened at the AFM facility in Thompson.
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Elijah Harper will be MissedLike many Northern Manitobans I was saddened to hear of Elijah Harper’s recent passing.
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Investing in Northern Health CareWe are once again investing in health care in Northern Manitoba.
I was pleased this past Friday to announce that Northern communities now have access to the best in X-ray technology following the replacement of radiography equipment in Thompson, Gillam and Lynn Lake. This was made possible through $1 million in funding from the Manitoba government as part of its ongoing plan to renew and upgrade medical equipment across the province. Continue reading
Working to Ensure Every Manitoban Can Access a Family Doctor by 2015Our provincial government is supporting 15 more medical residencies and expanding doctor recruitment incentives as part of an initiative to ensure every Manitoban can access a family doctor by 2015. Continue reading