View From the Legislature

The growth of the southeast part of Manitoba brings both opportunities and challenges. The positive aspects of continued growth are that residents can benefit from the vibrancy of a developing region and the services and opportunities that come with it.

The increase in violent crime in recent months across Canada has resulted in the increased seizure of guns that are used in the commission of crime.

This week it was announced that former Member of Parliament, Anita Neville, will become the next Lieutenant Governor (LG) of the Province of Manitoba.

On Friday of last week, I joined members of the Manitoba RCMP at their headquarters in Winnipeg for a press conference to unveil a new provincial RCMP policing initiative that has already garnered some significant results.

Manitoba is known for its strong and diverse line-up of summer festivals and events. After long months of winter, it is something that Manitobans look forward to and we share those experiences with the many people who come to the province to take them in as well.

This long weekend will feature several events across the province that highlight the best of what Manitoba is and who Manitobans are.

Over the past few years, in every jurisdiction in North America, there has been an increase of theft of precious metals.

For the past several years I have had the opportunity and pleasure to be elected as the co-chair for the U.S. Midwest-Canada Relations Committee.

Over the past few week’s students, both in high school and at the post-secondary education levels, have been engaging in traditions and celebrations to mark the end of this portion of their education.

As Canadians from all parts of the nation celebrate Canada Day, there is much to be thankful for.