George Buri

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George Buri

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Political Party: Liberal

Phone: (204) 727-3156

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NDP vows to make city an education destination

Saturday, 24 September 2011

Brandon Sun - Brandon West Liberal candidate George Buri suggested the party would also commit to more money for bursaries and added he would personally like to see Brandon University have more masters programs. “We need more programs, we need more professors,” he ...

What is the Green party smoking?

Saturday, 24 September 2011

Brandon Sun - Liberal candidate George Buri: “I am appalled by some of the campaign tactics used in this election, particularly by the New Democratic Party with their campaign of slander and lies against other parties. I want to keep a higher tone. ...

Caldwell criticizes candidates who fail to show at forum

Saturday, 24 September 2011

Brandon Sun - While all Brandon candidates were invited two weeks in advance to participate in an afternoon forum at the Brandon Friendship Centre, only NDP candidates Jim Murray and Drew Caldwell and Liberal candidates George Buri and Shaun Cameron showed up. ...

Brandon West Crime issues dominate

Thursday, 22 September 2011

Brandon Sun - Liberal candidate George Buri pledged he would push for using one per cent of the provincial sales tax for infrastructure spending. “I don't think we can afford to increase the PST because people are already taxed too much and we need to get taxes down ...

Local candidates have their say on med school

Tuesday, 20 September 2011

Brandon Sun - Brandon West Liberal candidate George Buri said a medical school at Brandon University would be a good idea. "I think you need to make sure you have the academic offerings currently that will lead to the establishment of that school," Buri said. ...

Caldwell, Murray defend affordable housing spending

Tuesday, 20 September 2011

Brandon Sun - Both Liberal candidates Shaun Cameron and George Buri suggested that the key to affordable housing is not building fancy units, but in implementing either co-operative or “sweat equity” housing models. “It's been shown that 44 per cent of women that ...

Rotarians roll down the campaign trail

Saturday, 17 September 2011

Brandon Sun - After responding to the question — for him, it's patient-friendly health care — George Buri (Brandon West, Liberal) actually told the crowd: “That's basically the main talking points on this policy.” •Jim Murray (Brandon West, NDP) has memorized a lot ...

Manitoba Votes 2011 Education issues focus of candidate forum

Friday, 16 September 2011

Brandon Sun - In attendance were Brandon East candidates Drew Caldwell (NDP), Mike Waddell (PC) and Shaun Cameron (Liberal), Brandon West candidates Jim Murray (NDP), Reg Helwer (PC) and George Buri (Liberal) and Spruce Woods candidates Cory Szczepanski (NDP), ...

NDP candidates optimistic about win

Thursday, 15 September 2011

Brandon Sun - Murray is running against PC candidate Reg Helwer, Liberal candidate George Buri and Communist Party candidate Lisa Gallagher. All candidates, plus those in the nearby rural constituency of Spruce Woods, will square off at the Victoria Inn tonight, ...

Fleury, Gallagher enter local races

Wednesday, 14 September 2011

Brandon Sun - Also running in Brandon West is NDP candidate Jim Murray, Progressive Conservative candidate Reg Helwer and Liberal candidate George Buri. Green candidates have also registered last-minute in a pair of Westman-area constituencies, as Signe Knutson and ...

Questionnaire Response

George Buri - Brandon West

Why did you decide to run in the 2011 Manitoba election?

The Liberal platform appealed to me because it is a platform designed for people, to improve their lives. Liberals care and Liberals put people first. The Party has a leader who is honest and caring.

What experience will you bring to compliment (sp, complement) your role as MLA?

I have over 30 years of teaching – high school, adults, Faculty of Education, and theatre. I was a school trustee and I have been the Artistic Director of 7 Ages Productions for 14 years. I am highly organized and I get things done.

Is there anything in particular you would like to change in our province? In your electoral division?

When I see Manitobans living in third world conditions, I am saddened. Infrastructure and opportunities must be provided for those who need the most help.

What is one thing you stand for that is not a part of your political party's platform?

We have to find a way for everyone, not just those who have money, to use and experience some of the facilities that were built partly or wholly with public money. That includes ballet, theatre, concerts, and sporting events. The public subsidizes but many can never experience any of these events directly.

Do you have any other comments regarding your candidacy?

Democracy can only be healthy if people take an active role as voters and candidates, or engage in meaningful discussion. By running in this election, I am giving something back to the community and contributing to the democratic process. I believe that I am not so much a politician as an ordinary person who wants to help make this society stronger.

What is your favourite location in the electoral division you are currently a candidate for?

The Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium – I have spent a good portion of my life there as a director, actor, and producer.


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