News - Kelvin Goertzen

Steinbach MLA and Justice Minister Kelvin Goertzen, announced that the Manitoba government is providing one-time funding of nearly $55,000 dollars to Marymound Inc. to make upgrades to existing space to enhance the safety of youth detained under the Intoxicated Persons Detention Act (IPDA).

Steinbach MLA and Justice Minister Kelvin Goertzen announced that the Manitoba government has appointed 11 Manitoba lawyers as Queen’s counsel to recognize their extraordinary contributions to the practise of law.

Premier Heather Stefanson welcomed three new members and a well-respected former member into the provincial cabinet today and unveiled new and reframed portfolios to address the ongoing challenges posed by COVID-19, plan for economic growth and recovery, and better focus on the priorities of all Manitobans.

The Manitoba government is adding new drugs to the provincial formulary making Trikafta for cystic fibrosis (CF) and HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) available to those who meet eligibility for the treatment.

Premier and government house leader Kelvin Goertzen announced that the fall sitting of the third session of the 42nd legislature has concluded, having completed the final stages of implementing Budget 2021 and passing important legislation to protect and improve the services Manitobans rely on.

Premier Kelvin Goertzen has announced that the Manitoba government has introduced legislation that would designate the polar bear as an official provincial emblem.

Additional acute care in-patient beds and expanded medical capacity, including a new renal dialysis unit, are part of a significant expansion and renovation that will reflect Bethesda Regional Health Centre’s importance as a district hub in Manitoba’s health-care system and provide care that is closer to home for many residents in southern Manitoba.

Premier Kelvin Goertzen announced that in partnership with the Manitoba government, the Manitoba150 Host Committee will complete a legacy project that will populate the empty alcoves located in the Manitoba Legislative Building with unique sculptures that portray Manitoba’s natural provincial emblems, designed and produced by local Manitoba artists.

At a ceremony at IG Field on September 14, 2021, Premier Kelvin Goertzen invested the Grey Cup-winning 2019 Winnipeg Blue Bombers into the Order of the Buffalo Hunt.

Interim Premier Kelvin Goertzen has appointed Families Minister Rochelle Squires to serve as deputy premier, along with other additional changes to several cabinet roles and responsibilities.