Celebrating community in McPhillips

McPhillips

Happy new year, McPhillips! I’m excited for all that 2026 will bring and wanted to share some of the great moments we’ve had together as we closed out last year.

One of my favourite holiday traditions is delivering poinsettias to seniors and oranges to daycare centres across McPhillips. Even in the middle of a blizzard. Seeing smiles and sharing a few laughs with folks always reminds me why McPhillips is such a special community.

I was also thrilled to attend the residents’ parade at Actionmarguerite St. Joseph. Residents decorated their wheelchairs and walkers and paraded through the building, singing songs, dancing, and even enjoying some karaoke along the way. The energy and creativity in the building was inspiring. It was a powerful reminder of how important it is to create spaces where seniors feel celebrated and connected.

Supporting our growing communities also means planning for the future. Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Lisa Naylor and I recently met with the mayor and council of West St. Paul to discuss that community’s infrastructure needs. West St. Paul continues to grow, and it was great to have productive conversations about how we can work together to ensure infrastructure keeps up with that pace.

Last year, our NDP government announced the opening of Meadowlands School, a major investment in education and child-care for families in McPhillips. Offering both French and English, the school will welcome more than 600 students and include 74 child-care spaces, and construction is slated to begin this winter. Meadowlands School is just one example of how our government is meeting the needs of growing communities. By investing in education and child care we’re giving Manitoba families the tools they need to thrive.

Serving as your MLA for McPhillips is a true privilege. I’m committed to being out in the community, listening to your ideas, learning from your experiences, and working alongside you to make life better for everyone. Thank you to all who have shared your stories, concerns, and suggestions. Your voices shape our NDP government’s work and help guide real results for Manitobans across the province.

As always, my team is here to support you. If you have any questions or would like to get in touch, please feel free to call us at (431) 323-6014 or email jd.devgan@yourmanitoba.ca.

In 2026, I look forward to continuing to work together to build a stronger, more connected McPhillips and a better Manitoba for all.