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Winnipeg—The Manitoba government’s throne speech commitment to childcare spaces and good jobs is welcomed news for working Manitobans, says Canada’s largest union in the private sector.
“Manitoba’s NDP government has a good record of job creation and strengthening social programs,” said Joie Warnock, Unifor’s Western Director. “Today’s throne speech reflects the values and priorities of Manitobans.”
Highlights of the speech, which sets the direction for the next sitting of the Manitoba legislature, include a $10-billion plan for strategic infrastructure projects, 12,000 new child care spaces, and a renewed commitment to a public inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women.
The Greg Selinger government has also signalled that front-line services will continue to be a priority. The government has promised to support a new facility for Manitobans living with cancer as well as expanding the Women’s Health Clinic.
“Manitobans want a government that builds our great public institutions and focuses on how we take care of each other and help everyone succeed,” said Warnock.
