Trail Talking

Our Manitoba PC government continues to make important investments in local infrastructure. August saw some major announcements affecting infrastructure support directly in Dawson Trail.

Most recently, I had the opportunity to help announce provincial funding to replace roofing and a boiler for schools in Ile des Chenes and Lorette. These projects, which include necessary health and safety-related upgrades, will help ensure the children of Dawson Trail will have a positive learning environment.

The Manitoba Government is investing a total of $53.7 million in education infrastructure renewal projects across the province as part of planned capital spending of over $92.4 million in 2017-18 for public school infrastructure projects across the province. The projects will be completed within a timeframe of six to 24 months following the award of tenders and start of construction.

Earlier in August, I also had the opportunity to make a formal announcement in the RM of Ritchot, along with newly appointment mayor Chris Ewen, regarding another $2.5 million infrastructure investment our Manitoba PC government is making in the area. The funding will make it possible to upgrade the regional water supply for Ile des Chenes, St. Adolphe and Ste. Agathe, in order to meet increased demands due to population growth in the Rural Municipality of Ritchot.