Greg Selinger
2011 Manitoba Election Archive
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Incumbent since 1999
party leader
Greg Selinger incumbent
Political Party: NDP
Phone: (204) 930-4232
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Manitoba deeply saddened by death of Layton
Tuesday, 23 August 2011
Global Winnipeg - “He stepped down last month, revealing he had a new form of cancer but vowed to fight it,” said NDP Manitoba Premier, Greg Selinger. At the Manitoba legislature, flags were lowered in his honour and friends and complete strangers shared their sorrow in ...
Manitoba premier says Canadians hoped Layton would beat cancer
Monday, 22 August 2011
Winnipeg Free Press - WINNIPEG - Manitoba NDP Premier Greg Selinger says Jack Layton's death comes as a shock because Canadians expected the tough politician to win his battle with cancer. Layton died at his Toronto home this morning at the age of 61. ...
Leaders to meet in first debate Wednesday
Monday, 22 August 2011
Winnipeg Free Press - MTS said this morning that NDP Premier Greg Selinger, Tory leader Hugh McFadyen, and Liberal leader Dr. Jon Gerrard have agreed to debate from 9 to 11 am at the Radisson Hotel, 288 Portage Ave. The debate will focus on, but not be limited to, ...
Health care, economy and crime key issues in upcoming election
Monday, 22 August 2011
CJOB - ... voters.. and this morning he files this report. CJOB has the first of three leaders debates this Wednesday morning. The focus is on education with Greg Selinger, Hugh McFadyen and Jon Gerrard all joining Richard in a two-hour debate beginning at 9 am.
Point Douglas park too good to be true?
Monday, 22 August 2011
Winnipeg Free Press - City and provincial sources confirmed not only has there been no work done on a specific park plan and design, there is no evidence it's a pressing concern for current Premier Greg Selinger. "The province has indicated that it's not a top priority for ...
Flood of unplanned spending busts provincial budget
Sunday, 21 August 2011
Carman Valley Leader - Premier Greg Selinger has previously stated he expects Ottawa to pay for 90% of the emergency channel, which would leave another $10 million to add to the provincial bill. In its budget this past spring, the government predicted a $464-million ...
Making Life More Affordable
Saturday, 20 August 2011
mySteinbach.ca (blog) - Premier Greg Selinger and your NDP MLAs have a plan that will make life easier for all Manitobans. Since 1999, we've provided nearly half a billion dollars in personal tax cuts for families. We've reduced property taxes by $269 million. ...
New dikes get the green light from province Advance protection for fall, spring
Saturday, 20 August 2011
Winnipeg Free Press - "We're doing everything we can to move it along," Premier Greg Selinger said this week. "It just makes sense to do it now, to do it properly." The fast-tracking of dike projects comes as Lake Winnipeg communities continue to stockpile sandbags and ...
The medium and the message
Saturday, 20 August 2011
Brandon Sun - Premier Greg Selinger (NDP), Opposition Leader Hugh McFadyen (Progressive Conservative); Liberal Leader John Gerrard and Green Party Leader James Beddome. This election is going to come down to the wire. Every seat will count. Every vote will count. ...
Flood costs hit Manitoba hard
Friday, 19 August 2011
Interlake Spectator - Premier Greg Selinger has previously stated he expects Ottawa to pay for 90% of the emergency channel, which would leave another $10 million to add to the provincial bill. In its budget this past spring, the government predicted a $464-million ...
Questionnaire Response
Greg Selinger - St. Boniface
Why did you decide to run in the 2011 Manitoba election?
Our government has made a lot of progress since the 90’s and I think if we work together we can achieve much more. I want families to have access to health care, quality education, good jobs, and feel safe in their communities.
What experience will you bring to compliment your role as MLA?
As a resident of St. Boniface for over 30 years and having raised my two sons in this community I feel passionate about St. Boniface's wonderful and unique qualities as a neighbourhood and its contribution to making Manitoba the wonderful province it is.
Is there anything in particular you would like to change in our province? In your electoral division?
Health care accessibility, opportunities for young people, recreational infrastructure, quality education & keeping Manitoba Hydro publically owned.
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