Greg Selinger

Greg Selinger
party leader
Political Party: NDP
Phone: 204-410-3727
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Party leaders square off in last debate before Manitoba election next week

April 14, 2016

CTV News - Still, the candidates vying to become premier, were forced to explain themselves at times during the Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce event Thursday. NDP leader Greg Selinger defended the decision to raise the PST, saying it wasn't his choice alone, he had ...

The results man

April 13, 2016

Winnipeg Free Press - The following day, Pallister insisted he's not a fan of trickle-down economics and turned the concept on its head by claiming that's what the NDP espouses. "Greg Selinger's trickle-down. I'm trickle-up," Pallister insists. "He's saying give me extra ...

Fort Rouge candidates square off in debate on mental health issues, homelessness

April 13, 2016

Winnipeg Free Press - The Fort Rouge riding was formerly held by ex-NDP cabinet minister Jennifer Howard, who was one of the five dissident NDP cabinet ministers who called for Greg Selinger to resign as premier. She has moved to Ottawa. The provincial election is April 19.

The Pollcast: The impact of the Manitoba leaders' debate

April 13, 2016

CBC.ca - A new poll taken just after the debate by Mainstreet Research found that 44 per cent of viewers thought PC Leader Brian Pallister did the better job, followed by NDP Leader Greg Selinger (24 per cent), James Beddome of the Greens (19 per cent) and ...

A look at the parties' economic plans for Manitoba

April 13, 2016

Winnipeg Free Press - Greg Selinger says if you want to know what his promise-a-day campaign will cost, you can look at the March mini-budget, released as a stand-in for a real budget. The fiscal update shocked opposition and media, almost doubling the summary deficit ...

Liberals promise Lake Winnipeg cabinet minister

April 13, 2016

Winnipeg Sun - The last NDP government listed 18 cabinet ministers, positions and portfolios leader Greg Selinger claims must be maintained. Selinger said the ministry of healthy living, for example, does critical work to prevent chronic disease. “Those are fatal ...

Candidates talk education during BTA/BSD debate

April 13, 2016

Brandon Sun - "Prior to Greg Selinger, the two previous premiers committed to the BSD that Maple Leaf would have no impact on the BSD and any increased cost would be picked up by the province. That promise was broken by Premier Selinger … in fact we've seen (the ...

Candidates talk education during BTA/BSD debate

April 13, 2016

Brandon Sun - "Prior to Greg Selinger, the two previous premiers committed to the BSD that Maple Leaf would have no impact on the BSD and any increased cost would be picked up by the province. That promise was broken by Premier Selinger … in fact we've seen (the ...

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Questionnaire Response

Greg Selinger - St. Boniface

1. Why did you decide to run in the 2016 Manitoba election?

When I look at all that we have accomplished over the years, I am deeply optimistic about Manitoba’s future. Our community is growing, more people are moving here and businesses are thriving in Manitoba’s strong economy. I want to ensure this momentum continues and that we continue to look after the most vulnerable members of our community.

 Je suis très optimiste quant à l’avenir de notre province quand je regarde tout ce que nous avons accompli ces dernières années. Nos communautés s’agrandissent, plus de gens déménagent ici et les entreprises prospèrent au sein de notre économie stable. Je veux m’assurer que cet élan continue et que nous prenions soin des personnes les plus vulnérables dans notre société.

2. What experience will you bring to complement your role as MLA?

I’ve enjoyed being part of this community for the last 37 years. Representing families at both the civic and provincial levels has allowed me to know and understand local residents well. I will continue to bring this experience and a strong desire to make sure everyone has opportunities here in Manitoba.

J’apprécie beaucoup faire partie de cette communauté. J’ai eu la chance de représenter les familles ici au niveau municipal et provincial, et ceci m’a permis de vraiment connaitre les résidents locaux. J’apporte ces années d’expérience et un fort désir de faire en sorte que tout le monde ait la chance de participer et de trouver du succès au Manitoba.

 

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

Manitobans look after one another, and it’s that sense of community and that sense of caring that we stand up for as New Democrats. We believe in strong education for all people, providing health care to everyone who needs it, and ensuring good jobs are available to all Manitobans. At the core of our party are values of inclusion, diversity, human rights and the basic principle that everyone matters. This is what we are fighting for in this election.

Les Manitobains se préoccupent l’un de l’autre, et c’est ce sens de communauté et de souci du prochain que nous défendons comme Nouveaux Démocrates. Nous croyons que l’éducation devrait être accessible pour tous, que les soins de santé devraient rejoindre tous ceux qui en ont besoin et que tous les Manitobains devraient pouvoir bénéficier de bons emplois. Les valeurs d’inclusion, de diversité, des droits humains et le principe simple que «chaque personne compte» sont au cœur de notre parti. C’est pour ces raisons que je me suis joint au parti, et ce sont pour ces valeurs que nous nous débattons dans cette élection.

 

4. What key issue(s) / topic(s) would like to stand for in your role as MLA, and why is it important to you?

St. Boniface is home to many young families who want to ensure a bright future for their children. I will continue to invest in schools, expand childcare spaces, and ensure post-secondary education is affordable so that young people have opportunities to build a good life here in our community.

There are also a lot of aging residents here. Health care is very important, which is why we’re investing in hospitals and personal care homes. Access to French language services is also very important to families in St. Boniface.

 Il y a plusieurs jeunes familles à Saint-Boniface qui veulent assurer un avenir prospère pour leurs enfants. Nous continuerons à investir dans nos écoles locales, à augmenter le nombre d’espaces de garderie et à assurer que les frais postsecondaires soient abordables pour que les jeunes puissent bâtir leur vie ici dans notre communauté.

Nous avons aussi bon nombre d’aînés dans notre quartier. Les soins de santé à long et à court terme sont très importants, et c’est pourquoi nous continuons à investir dans les soins de santé, les hôpitaux, les cliniques express et les foyers de soins personnels. L’accès aux services en français est aussi très important pour les familles à Saint-Boniface.

5. What is one thing in particular that you value about the electoral division that you wish to represent?

We have a real cross-section of Manitobans living in St-Boniface — old, young, newcomers and families across the socio-economic spectrum. I want to ensure that this spectacular diversity is represented in the Manitoba Legislature.

Nous avons une vraie diversité de gens qui vivent à Saint-Boniface- ainés, jeunes, nouveaux arrivants, et des familles qui couvrent la gamme socioéconomique. Je veux m’assurer que cette diversité impressionnante soit représentée dans la législature manitobaine.

6. Do you have any other comments regarding your candidacy?

St. Boniface is my home, and I have a deep attachment to all the wonderful people who live here. I had the privilege of representing this neighbourhood in municipal politics, and I’m dedicated to ensuring my neighbours, like all Manitobans, are looked after with the services they need.

Saint-Boniface est mon quartier, et je tiens à cœur toutes les personnes merveilleuses qui y vivent. J’ai eu le privilège de représenter cette communauté au conseil municipal, et je tiens à m’assurer que mes voisins, comme tous les Manitobains, reçoivent les services dont ils ont besoin.