http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/home News, statements and photos from the Manitoba NDP MLAs en-us http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/newsArticle?articlePageID=733 Season’s greetings and the very best in the new year. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/newsArticle?articlePageID=723 Season’s greetings and the very best in the new year. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/newsArticle?articlePageID=724 Season’s greetings and the very best in the new year. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/newsArticle?articlePageID=725 Season’s greetings and the very best in the new year. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/newsArticle?articlePageID=726 Season’s greetings and the very best in the new year. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/newsArticle?articlePageID=727 Season’s greetings and the very best in the new year. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/newsArticle?articlePageID=728 Kevin Chief, MLA for Point Douglas is inviting constituents to attend a pre-budget consultation meeting to help prepare for Budget 2012. 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The public... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/newsArticle?articlePageID=697 Season’s greetings and the very best in the new year. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/newsArticle?articlePageID=698 Season’s greetings and the very best in the new year. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/newsArticle?articlePageID=699 Season’s greetings and the very best in the new year. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/newsArticle?articlePageID=700 Season’s greetings and the very best in the new year. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/newsArticle?articlePageID=702 Season’s greetings and the very best in the new year. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/newsArticle?articlePageID=703 Season’s greetings and the very best in the new year. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/newsArticle?articlePageID=704 Season’s greetings and the very best in the new year. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/newsArticle?articlePageID=705 Season’s greetings and the very best in the new year. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/newsArticle?articlePageID=706 Season’s greetings and the very best in the new year. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/newsArticle?articlePageID=707 Season’s greetings and the very best in the new year. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/newsArticle?articlePageID=694 Read about the great programs, services and events offered in St. Vital. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/popup?tp=statement&site=c&state=987 Mr. Speaker, it is a great honour for me to rise today to speak for the first time in this Chamber. Before I get started with the formal part of my speech,... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/popup?tp=statement&site=c&state=978 Mr. Speaker, last week the Southdale Community Centre held the 26th Annual Dyna-mite Cup for hockey players aged eight to 10. The tournament has a... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/popup?tp=statement&site=c&state=967 Mr. Speaker, I would like to recognize the significant accomplishments made by Cranberry-Portage resident Tracy Anderson towards sustainable northern... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/popup?tp=statement&site=c&state=974 Mr. Speaker, as an MLA-elect earlier this month, I attended a community consultation meeting for the Weston LIFT program at Cecil Rhodes School. LIFT stands... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/popup?tp=statement&site=c&state=972 Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Mossey River Growing Project in efforts in a fight to end hunger around the world. Located along No. 20... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/popup?tp=statement&site=c&state=981 Mr. Speaker, earlier this month Canadians celebrated National Foster Family Week, a time to recognize foster families and their dedication toward children... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/popup?tp=statement&site=c&state=969 As you know, during this election a number of constituencies’ boundaries were changed. In St. James we gained a number of streets in Winnipeg’s West... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/popup?tp=statement&site=c&state=968 Mr. Speaker, last week I had the pleasure to attend the Seven Oaks School Division Bright Futures Student Exhibition evening, along with the honourable... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/popup?tp=statement&site=c&state=980 I’d like to honour today the memory of a dedicated leader of our Winnipeg Portuguese community, Manuel Guerra, who passed away from cancer last December. Manuel,... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/popup?tp=statement&site=c&state=973 Mr. Speaker, in ideal situations, community groups and businesses come together to build spaces that work for all of us. Recently, there was a great... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/popup?tp=statement&site=c&state=991 Mr. Speaker, before I proceed in my written speech, I want to congratulate you on your election and, of course, we’re very happy with the way that you... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/popup?tp=statement&site=c&state=970 Mr. Speaker, I’m proud to have grown up in our historic North End. Selkirk Avenue, in particular, has played an important role in the history of... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/popup?tp=statement&site=c&state=983 Mr. Speaker, there is a remarkable young girl that I would like to recognize today. Rheanne Millet is a grade 6 student at Holy Ghost School, and she and... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/popup?tp=statement&site=c&state=989 Mr. Speaker, recently I attended the 13th Annual Institute of Cardiovascular Science Awards on behalf of our Premier (Mr. Selinger). The ceremony was part... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/popup?tp=statement&site=c&state=985 Mr. Speaker, I can finally say I made it. I want to begin by congratulating you, as all of us have done, on your new office, and I wish you well in your... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/popup?tp=statement&site=c&state=984 Mr. Speaker, this week I had the great pleasure of attending, along with the member for Rossmere (Ms. Braun), the Annual Spiritual Care Fundraising Dinner... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/popup?tp=statement&site=c&state=979 Mr. Speaker, on October 24, 2011, a northern community lost a valuable community leader, and I rise today to pay him tribute. Clarence Edward Smith... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/popup?tp=statement&site=c&state=993 Mr. Speaker, I’d like to thank you and my fellow members on both sides of the House for being present for my first speech. Congratulations to all new... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/popup?tp=statement&site=c&state=966 Mr. Speaker, the constituency of Flin Flon has some of the most majestic, awe-inspiring, natural beauty in all of Manitoba. Whether you enjoy hiking,... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/popup?tp=statement&site=c&state=976 Mr. Speaker, I rise today to acknowledge the wonderful season the Winnipeg Phoenix Soccer Club has been having. The club’s many different boys’... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/popup?tp=statement&site=c&state=992 Mr. Speaker, I am honoured to speak today for the first time in the Manitoba Legislature, a unique, historic and awe‑inspiring place. The honourable... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/popup?tp=statement&site=c&state=971 Mr. Speaker, there are five very talented students from the Swan Valley Regional Secondary School that I would like to recognize: Teagan Markin, Breanna... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/popup?tp=statement&site=c&state=977 During the recent election campaign, Mr. Speaker, the government recommitted itself to improving the health and well-being of Manitobans in Brandon... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/popup?tp=statement&site=c&state=975 Mr. Speaker, this year thousands of Manitobans have experienced unprecedented levels of flooding. Damage to homes, farmland, roads and cottages was... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/popup?tp=statement&site=c&state=990 First of all, Mr. Speaker, congratulations on your recent elections, and we look forward to working with you. I am pleased to rise to second the... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/popup?tp=statement&site=c&state=986 Mr. Speaker, first, I would like to congratulate you on your election. I am so grateful for the opportunity to represent and assist the people... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Wolseley&id=1862 Pictured here with Rob is Kevin Vandal Executive Manager Agape. Rob and Kevin were nominees in the Urban Community Food Champions category. Congrats to... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Burrows&id=1915 Doug Martindale, Ed Shore, Melanie Wight and Hon. Steve Ashton http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Burrows&id=1916 Melanie making pancakes at Lord Nelson School http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Burrows&id=1912 Melanie is pictured here with her daughter Mikaela http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Burrows&id=1913 Melanie and her daughter with the Premier and his wife. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Burrows&id=1914 Melanie Wight with Hon. Steve Ashton and Doug Martindale. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Fort Rouge&id=1904 Jennifer is pictured here with Winnipeg's Contemporary Dancers. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Fort Rouge&id=1905 At the Legislative Assembly Open House held on December 10 2011, the Manitoba MLA Choir ended their show stopping performance with a hearty chorus of "We... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Riel&id=1906 Greendell Park Community Centre Breakfast with Santa http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Fort Rouge&id=1903 Thank you to the children from River Avenue Co-op Day Nursery for helping decorate the tree in my office! http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Fort Rouge&id=1902 I presented a grant of $2,000 to the Tec Voc Safety Game creative team and principal Gordon Crook. Tec Voc is one of 10 schools selected to receive grant... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Riel&id=1907 Chris with Mark Zoldy and family at the Legislature Open House http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=St. Vital&id=1901 From top left, clockwise: Emma and Lionel Piche (www.magomago.ca); Emma with her balloon friend Rudolph; Wendy Fawcett, Nancy and Donna Jubinville. Digital... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=St. Vital&id=1898 From top left, clockwise: Nancy and Jamie Moses, Nancy and Colette Sabourin-Dorge, Nancy with Marilyn, Ana, KD and Hannah. Digital images courtesy of Salvatore... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Burrows&id=1908 From Left to Right: Doug Martindale, Ed Shore, Melanie Wight MLA for Burrows and Hon. Steve Ashton http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Brandon East&id=1895 Drew takes the oath of office to become the MLA for Brandon East http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Kildonan&id=1896 Dave signs the oath of office to become the MLA for Kildonan http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Gimli&id=1890 On October 19th Peter took the oath of office to become the MLA for Gimli. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Minto&id=1891 Andrew joins his colleagues for the Oath of Office ceremony. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Minto&id=1892 Premier Greg Selinger offers Andrew his hearty congratulations. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=St. Vital&id=1887 On October 19th, Nancy took the oath of office to become the MLA for St. Vital. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Wolseley&id=1888 On October 19th, Rob took the oath of office to become the MLA for Wolseley. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Thompson&id=1889 On October 19th Steve took the oath of office to become the MLA for Thompson. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Logan&id=1886 Flor and Premier Greg Selinger at the building site of the Human Rights Museum http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Minto&id=1893 Andrew takes the oath as MLA for Minto with Patricia Chaychuk, Clerk of the Legislative Assembly. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Minto&id=1894 Andrew signs the Oath of Office. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Logan&id=1882 Flor takes the oath of office as the MLA for Logan http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Logan&id=1881 Flor signs the oath of office as the MLA for Logan http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Kirkfield Park&id=1879 On November 10th Sharon took the Oath of Office to become the MLA for Kirkfield Park http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Logan&id=1878 MLA Flor Marcelino participates at the Manito-Ahbee Pow Wow grand entrance and speaks to the international competition participants. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Logan&id=1870 Flor is pictured with seniors from her constituency who visited her at the Legislative Building. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Tyndall Park&id=1867 Ted with his wife Corie at the oath office ceremony http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Tyndall Park&id=1866 Ted congratulated by his new Contituency Assistant-Helen http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Tyndall Park&id=1868 Ted takes the Oaths as MLA for Tyndall Park http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Tyndall Park&id=1869 Ted signs in as MLA for Tyndall Park http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Fort Rouge&id=1865 I was officially sworn in as the MLA for Fort Rouge on October 19th, here is a picture from that day http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Wolseley&id=1863 Rob touring Wolseley in a Mitsubishi's i-MiEv in one of the two cars the province is currently testing. For more info on Manitoba's electric road map... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=Wolseley&id=1864 In partnership with the Manitoba Government the U of W is testing out a Low-Speed Vehicle - a small electric truck – at its downtown campus as part of... http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=St. Boniface&id=1855 Premier Greg Selinger is sworn in as MLA for St. Boniface. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=St. Boniface&id=1856 Premier Greg Selinger is sworn in as MLA for St. Boniface. http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=St. Boniface&id=1857 Oath of Office Ceremony http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=St. Boniface&id=1858 New MLA for Swan River: Ron Kostyshyn http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=St. Boniface&id=1859 New MLA for Fort Garry-Riverview: James Allum http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/photos?constituency=St. Boniface&id=1897 New MLA for St. James: Deanne Crothers