Jim Rondeau
2011 Manitoba Election Archive
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Incumbent since 1999
Jim Rondeau incumbent
Political Party: NDP
Phone: (204) 669-6444
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Province moves to crack down on auto repairs
Friday, 27 April 2012
Brandon Sun - Ken Gigliotti / Winnipeg Free Press Premier Greg Selinger and Consumer Affairs Minister Jim Rondeau announce they plan stricter regulation of auto-repair shops. Ever get ripped off by a car-repair guy? Lousy work? Outrageous bill?
Province moves to crack down on auto repairs
Friday, 27 April 2012
Winnipeg Free Press - Consumer Affairs Minister Jim Rondeau said it's anticipated the office will deal with more complaints as Manitobans learn about the new measures, which are likely to take effect in about a year. Quebec, Alberta and Ontario have similar legislation.
Manitoba drivers to be protected from surprise car repair bills
Friday, 27 April 2012
Global Winnipeg - "A lot of the shops already have that in practice, we're just bringing some up that aren't doing that best practice," said Healthy Living Minister Jim Rondeau. "It's degrading when they do that," said Claude Lemoine, owner of Degagne Motors.
Don't be afraid of the mechanic: 'Toba
Friday, 27 April 2012
Winnipeg Sun - ... misunderstandings between repairers and consumers, but can also put consumers in a position where they do not receive all the information they need to make informed choices,” said Healthy Living, Seniors and Consumer Affairs Minister Jim Rondeau.
New cellphone legislation unveiled
Friday, 27 April 2012
Carman Valley Leader - “We've listened to Manitobans and we're responding with some of the best consumer protection in Canada for cellphone contracts,” said Healthy Living, Seniors and Consumer Affairs Minister Jim Rondeau. “These new rules will ensure Manitobans will have ...
New service will help in buying or selling a home
Thursday, 26 April 2012
mySteinbach.ca (blog) - This announcement was made by Healthy Living, Seniors and Consumer Affairs Minister Jim Rondeau. “Thousands of legal transactions affecting land ownership occur every month,” said Rondeau. “Manitobans need fast access to information that enables them ...
Province opts to protect Manitobans from unfair car bills
Thursday, 26 April 2012
Portage Daily Graphic - Healthy Living, Seniors and Consumer Affairs Minister Jim Rondeau said that the increased sophistication of cars make it hard for consumers to understand what's exactly involved with repairs. "Our plan will take what many businesses do already as good ...
New rules to protect Manitobans against unfair carrepair bills
Thursday, 26 April 2012
Brandon Sun - The increased sophistication of vehicles can make it difficult for consumers to understand what is involved with repairs, says Consumer Affairs Minister Jim Rondeau. The province is introducing new rules to protect vehicle owners against unfair repair ...
New rules to protect Manitobans against unfair carrepair bills
Thursday, 26 April 2012
Winnipeg Free Press - Premier Greg Selinger and Consumer Affairs Minister Jim Rondeau made the announcement this morning at a car repair shop on Marion Street. The new protections would require: that consumers be given an estimate for repairs, the final cost to be within a ...
Land title documents now available online
Wednesday, 25 April 2012
Winnipeg Free Press - Healthy Living, Seniors and Consumer Affairs Minister Jim Rondeau said Documents Online allow people to search, view, download and print documents in the Property Registry database. Documents Online currently contains more than 1.5 million documents, ...
Questionnaire Response
Jim Rondeau - Assiniboia
Why did you decide to run in the 2011 Manitoba election?
I want to continue to improve the area, with improvements to heathcare facilities, additional affordable seniors housing, fixing local parks and recreational facilities.
What experience will you bring to compliment your role as MLA?
I represent the riding by living and growing up in the area, attending over 100 community events every year, and having unlimited energy and enthusiasm
Is there anything in particular you would like to change in our province? In your electoral division?
Accessible healthcare, affordable housing, and more youth programs.
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