Jon Gerrard

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River Heights

Incumbent since 1999

Jon gerrard

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Political Party: Liberal

Phone: (204) 272-0815

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Ousted Grit exec may seek top job

Tuesday, 24 July 2012

Winnipeg Free Press - He would be the third person to express interest in succeeding party leader Jon Gerrard, who announced his resignation this spring. Gerrard is remaining as interim leader until the provincial Liberals choose his successor in October 2013. Business consultant ...

Suspended party member Harry Wolbert interested in Liberal leadership

Monday, 23 July 2012

Winnipeg Free Press - He would be the third Liberal to express an interest in the leadership race to succeed Jon Gerrard, who officially announced his resignation this spring. Gerrard is remaining as interim leader until the provincial Liberals choose his successor in early fall 2013.

Ajay Chopra, former Liberal adviser, eyes Manitoba Liberal leadership

Tuesday, 10 July 2012

Global Winnipeg - The party's lone legislature member, Jon Gerrard, announced last November he would step down as soon as a new leader is chosen. The Liberals have slated their leadership convention for the fall of 2013. Nominations have not officially opened, but one ...

Former Winnipegger eyes provincial Liberal leadership

Tuesday, 10 July 2012

Winnipeg Free Press - Chopra, a consultant at the Capital Hill Group in Toronto, is the second person to declare interest in the Liberal leadership in the past two weeks. Jon Gerrard, the MLA for River Heights, has announced he will step down as Liberal leader. His successor will be ...

Former Manitoba Liberal adviser eyes party leadership

Tuesday, 10 July 2012

Updated News - They are still trying to pay off debt from the election campaign and have moved into a cramped office in the legislature. The party's lone legislature member, Jon Gerrard, announced last November he would step down as soon as a new leader is chosen.

Former Winnipegger keen on provincial Liberal leadership

Tuesday, 10 July 2012

Winnipeg Free Press - Jon Gerrard, the MLA for River Heights, has announced that he will step down as Liberal leader. His successor will be chosen in the fall of 2013. Chopra has worked as an assistant to former federal Liberal justice minister Martin Cauchon and served as ...

Ajay Chopra, former Liberal adviser, eyes Manitoba Liberal leadership

Tuesday, 10 July 2012

Brandon Sun - The party's lone legislature member, Jon Gerrard, announced last November he would step down as soon as a new leader is chosen. The Liberals have slated their leadership convention for the fall of 2013. Nominations have not officially opened, but one ...

Ajay Chopra, former Liberal adviser, eyes Manitoba Liberal leadership

Tuesday, 10 July 2012

Winnipeg Free Press - The party's lone legislature member, Jon Gerrard, announced last November he would step down as soon as a new leader is chosen. The Liberals have slated their leadership convention for the fall of 2013. Nominations have not officially opened, but one ...

Manitoba Liberals have first leadership candidate

Monday, 02 July 2012

Updated News - Robert Young, a business consultant, counsellor and Christian fiction writer, is the first candidate in the race to replace Jon Gerrard as head of the beleaguered party. “Doing this is a sacrifice. I've lost enough already. I don't want to say, 'What have I got to lose ...

Man whose son died in 1997 flood aims for leader of Manitoba Liberals

Sunday, 01 July 2012

Brandon Sun - Robert Young, a business consultant, counsellor and Christian fiction writer, is the first candidate in the race to replace Jon Gerrard as head of the beleaguered party. "Doing this is a sacrifice. I've lost enough already. I don't want to say, 'What have I got to lose ...

Questionnaire Response

Jon Gerrard - River Heights

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

I am seeking re-election because in my 13 years in legislature, the need for improvement in our province has never been more vital. Manitoba deserves a strong, honest, determined leader in order to protect our future, the future of our children and that of our children’s children. I am committed to continue using my experience and work ethic as long as it will benefit the province. As a father and a pediatrician who has taught and researched at the University of Manitoba as well as looked after children with cancer, I have seen the problems in health care first-hand and I see a better way forward. With a degree in economics and experience in the federal cabinet, I see how we can better manage the finances of our province to help facilitate job growth, and improve our industries in Manitoba. With long-term experience in dealing with environmental issues, I see a better approach to environmental stewardship in our province. With elected experience at both the federal (4 years) and provincial (13 years) levels of government, I believe I have the background to make a difference for people in Manitoba.

What experience will you bring to compliment your role as MLA?

Along with my 13 years of experience as a MLA for River Heights, I was a Member of Parliament for Portage-Interlake from 1993-1997. During this period I served in the federal cabinet as Minister of Science, Research, and Development as well as Minister of Western Economic Development. I played a major role in advancing the Information Highway and in policy initiatives like the Community Access program to help connect Canadians to the Internet. As Minister of Western Economic Development I strongly supported small businesses and entrepreneurs in Western Canada. I brought forward many initiatives to aid the Community Futures Development Program, including initiatives for Youth Entrepreneurs, for Entrepreneurs with Disabilities, and for mentoring and training business development officers. Additionally, I introduced various approaches to foster innovative businesses in the information technology, environmental technology, and biotechnology.

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

I believe there is so much more that must be done in Manitoba to prepare our province for the future. This is why I am seeking re-election. Crime must to be addressed in our community so people feel safe. More programs for youth and seniors are required. Quality education (from early childhood education to post-secondary) is a priority. I believe we must focus on innovative solutions to health care in our province. Wait times for treatment continue to be a problem that I will work to address. Seniors need care so they can live a healthy and affordable lifestyle. They deserve to have more of a voice and be better taken care of whether they live in a personal care home or in their own home. Municipal issues related to infrastructure need to be addressed, as well as our roads demanding major improvements. A water management strategy needs to be put into place. I welcome the opportunity to work with individuals and groups to achieve benefits for all Manitobans.

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

The environmental issues are part of my party’s platform but possibly what the voters don’t know about me is that I deeply care about the environment and I continue to research and write about bald eagles and their habitat.

Do you have any other comments regarding your candidacy?

I have represented River Heights as the MLA in the legislature for 12 years. During this time our Liberal presence in the Legislature, though small, has accomplished numerous victories in the form of improvements for Manitobans. Legislation initiated by myself and Kevin Lamoureux which has passed includes The Apology Act, The Good Samaritan Act, Legislation to provide for 24 hour access to medical records in hospitals and personal care homes, Legislation to improve reporting of medical errors, legislation to facilitate organ donation and legislation to remove phosphorous from automatic dishwasher detergents. In addition, we have promoted many other measures to address poverty, Jordan’s Principle, to improve understanding, diagnosis, prevention, and help for those with FASD, and to improve health and wellness.

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

My wife and I are River Heights residents and have lived here for many years. I love every part of my community, but one of my favourite things is the arching elm trees on our River Heights streets. I feel they embody the spirit of this wonderful neighbourhood.


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