Trail Talking

February was I Love to Read Month, a month-long initiative that promotes the importance of reading and literacy to students. I participated in the festivities by visiting different schools in Dawson Trail, both virtually and in-person, and reading to the students. Every year I look forward to participating in I Love to Read Month. I enjoy interacting with the students, sharing with them the value of reading, and answering their unique and curious questions; it’s a great experience. For the past two years, we haven’t been able to celebrate I Love to Read Month to the same extent we’re used to, but I’m so glad that we were able to begin transitioning back to in-person school visits this year. I had a great time participating in I Love to Read Month this year, and I’m happy I can help encourage reading among Manitoba’s young students.

Now that it is March, my colleagues and I are gathered for another legislative session. One of our main focuses for this legislative session is Budget 2022. Our priorities to strengthen health care and building up our economy will continue. Budget 2022 will also focus on strengthening our essential services to ensure quality healthcare and education, while also improving and upgrading our province’s infrastructure. Earlier in the year, public consultations were held to address the priorities of Manitobans regarding the upcoming budget. The decisions we make as a government impact the lives of all Manitobans, and that is why it is so important to have these public consultations to hear directly from Manitobans about what matters most to them and their families and help us prioritize government investments. I’d like to thank everyone who attended these public consultations and provided feedback.

This year, we have experienced an immense amount of snowfall, and I would like to take a moment to thank the many individuals who have consistently committed their time and effort to keeping our roadways clear and safe. It is greatly appreciated.