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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Cancer drugs get 100% coverage
Thursday, 19 April 2012
Winnipeg Sun - "This budget will help patients focus on their health rather than worrying about the financial burden expensive cancer drugs have on their lives and families," said Premier Greg Selinger. Manitoba is following Saskatchewan's lead in offering the full ...
Province hits the road on infrastructure
Thursday, 19 April 2012
Carman Valley Leader - In the face of criticism over the governing NDP's latest spending blueprint for infrastructure, Premier Greg Selinger said Wednesday that the new provincial budget is putting about $589 million into road improvements and related upgrades.
Manitoba to make major investments in roads and bridges
Thursday, 19 April 2012
mySteinbach.ca (blog) - This announcement was made by Premier Greg Selinger. “We know that building and improving our roads and bridges is a priority for families and it's essential to a strong and growing economy,” said Selinger. “That's why, over the last several years, ...
But NDP promised no new taxes, Tories say
Thursday, 19 April 2012
Brandon Sun - A statement made during a debate in last fall's election campaign is coming back to haunt Premier Greg Selinger. The opposition reminded Selinger Wednesday he promised not to raise taxes during a leaders' radio forum on Sept. 12.
Province to prod feds on immigrant settlement
Thursday, 19 April 2012
Brandon Sun - A spokesman for Premier Greg Selinger said the government will seek all-party support for the resolution. "We believe taking management of this program away from Manitoba and moving it to Ottawa will take away the successful local focus and put our ...
NDP hits back on infrastructure cash
Thursday, 19 April 2012
Brandon Sun - Leading the charge were Premier Greg Selinger and Infrastructure and Transportation Minister Steve Ashton, who said the province will spend a record $589 million this year to fix the province's roads and highways. They also outlined the province's 2012 ...
Promise Made, Promise Broken
Thursday, 19 April 2012
mySteinbach.ca (blog) - Premier Greg Selinger wasn't being truthful with Manitobans during last October's provincial election when he said the provinces finances were in good shape and there would be no need to raise taxes to reduce the deficit. What we learned Tuesday is ...
Selinger, Ashton tout infrastructure plan
Thursday, 19 April 2012
Brandon Sun - ... kilometres of roadway will be repaired and an increased emphasis on constructing a road on the east side of Lake Winnipeg to Manitoba's north will take place, Infrastructure Minister Steve Ashton said, while being backed by Premier Greg Selinger.
No miracles visible in latest NDP budget
Thursday, 19 April 2012
Brandon Sun - Premier Greg Selinger wants to blame the federal government's flatlined transfer payments for much of Manitoba's financial woes. While that's generally untrue when it comes to the health-care transfer and Canada Social Transfer, we do agree that the ...
Flood damage pushes Manitoba spending up for road construction, bridge repair
Thursday, 19 April 2012
Global Winnipeg - Premier Greg Selinger says spending is up due in part to flood damage from last year that needs to be repaired. Some municipalities have complained that they're not getting a fair share of the money, and that most of the spending is on provincial ...
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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