Eric Robinson
2011 Manitoba Election Archive
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Incumbent since 1993
Eric Robinson incumbent
Political Party: NDP
Phone: (204) 794-3428
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Maloway wins NDP nomination for Elmwood
Thursday, 11 August 2011
Winnipeg Free Press - Robinson is the daughter of provincial Aboriginal Affairs Minister Eric Robinson, who used to sit with Maloway in the provincial NDP caucus. The Liberal candidate in Elmwood is health-care aide Anthony Dratowany. The Progressive Conservatives have yet ...
NDP nomination meetings this week
Tuesday, 09 August 2011
Winnipeg Free Press - To add some drama to this race, Robinson is the daughter of provincial Aboriginal Affairs Minister Eric Robinson, who used to sit with Maloway in the provincial NDP caucus. Maloway said Monday he's confident he'll win the nomination and win the ...
'Everything I've ever worked for is here'
Saturday, 06 August 2011
Brandon Sun - Aborginial Affairs Minister Eric Robinson said the province backs the evacuation and sees the search for a new reserve as a top priority, along with the $100-million channel to drain flood water. "The community is damaged, no matter how you look at it. ...
'Everything I've ever worked for is here'
Saturday, 06 August 2011
Winnipeg Free Press - Aborginial Affairs Minister Eric Robinson said the province backs the evacuation and sees the search for a new reserve as a top priority, along with the $100-million channel to drain flood water. "The community is damaged, no matter how you look at it. ...
$100 million emergency channel won't save chronically flooded First Nation ...
Thursday, 28 July 2011
Winnipeg Free Press - Eric Robinson says dropping the level of the two swollen lakes by almost a metre isn't enough to save the Lake St. Martin First Nation, which has been plagued by flooding for decades. "Lake St. Martin is pretty well a writeoff," Robinson said in an ...
Province foots aboriginal health bills
Saturday, 23 July 2011
Winnipeg Free Press - "We've been assuming a lot more responsibility for many programs than we have in the past," said Manitoba Aboriginal and Northern Affairs Minister Eric Robinson. "What are we going to say? Are we going to turn down people who need help? ...
Evacuees urged to revisit Gypsumville offer
Saturday, 23 July 2011
Winnipeg Free Press - Manitoba Aboriginal Affairs Minister Eric Robinson urged Lake St. Martin flood evacuees to take a second look at land and houses in Gypsumville until a new permanent reserve can be created. "The province can't simply make a decision, and the federal ...
Close races bring out voters
Saturday, 23 July 2011
Winnipeg Free Press - Solidly NDP since 1969, represented by aboriginal leader Elijah Harper and now cabinet minister Eric Robinson. An easy win for the NDP since 1969. NDP MLA Gerard Jennissen got 77 per cent of the vote in 2007. Cabinet minister Steve Ashton has held the ...
Lake St. Martin lives in limbo as feds dither: chief
Thursday, 21 July 2011
Winnipeg Free Press - Manitoba Aboriginal Affairs Minister Eric Robinson said the province is doing all it can to help the beleaguered community. But while the province has taken the lead, Robinson said Ottawa is responsible for First Nation people and can't ignore the ...
Northern First Nations take water plea to premiers
Thursday, 21 July 2011
Winnipeg Free Press - Manitoba Premier Greg Selinger was not available to discuss the issue Wednesday, as he was in the meeting, but provincial Aboriginal Affairs Minister Eric Robinson said Manitoba has been championing the issue at the federal level for months. ...
Questionnaire Response
Eric Robinson - Kewatinook
Why did you decide to run in the 2011 Manitoba election?
I am running to represent the constituents of Keewatinook to provide equal access to services for all. As the largest and most isolated riding in the province with the highest percentage of First Nations and aboriginal residents, we face great challenges. With experience, fortitude and action, we will continue to advance our issues without jeopardizing what matters most - our Treaty and Aboriginal Rights. The Canadian Wheat Board is responsible for over 90% of the crops shipped through the Port of Churchill all of which is at risk because of the Conservatives.
What experience will you bring to compliment your role as MLA?
I ensure that First Nations and Aboriginal issues are addressed, embraced and championed in the public sphere. As MLA since 1993, I am honored to defend, support and promote our customs, beliefs and practices in the constituency of Kewatinook.
Is there anything in particular you would like to change in our province? In your electoral division?
Access to employment & education, housing, health care, water quality & opportunities for our youth.
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