Improving health-care in River Park South

Seine River

I’ve been hearing from many families in River Park South and across Seine River about what matters most to them. Again and again, I hear how important it is to have a health-care system that is reliable, accessible, and there when folks need it.

That’s exactly what our NDP government is focused on delivering for Manitobans.

One of the most important steps forward is the launch of MediNav, a new online tool that helps you find and book same-day or next-day medical appointments at participating clinics. Instead of waiting in an emergency room for non-emergency care, you can now book an appointment quickly and get the care you need, when you need it.

Create an account today at: www.medinav.ca.

We are also modernizing how Manitobans access their health information with the introduction of Manitoba digital health card. You can now carry your health card right on your phone, making it easier than ever to access care.

You can apply online at: www.gov.mb.ca/health/mhsip/digitalhealthcard.html.

At the same time, we are making real investments in health care in south Winnipeg.

We are moving forward with construction of a new emergency room at Victoria Hospital, a project that will expand access to care for families in our growing community. This new ER will include additional inpatient beds, increased diagnostic capacity, and a high-observation unit to better support patients when they need it most.

None of this progress would be possible without the people who deliver care every day. Since October 2023, our government has added more than 4,000 net new health-care workers across Manitoba, including 317 doctors. This means that Manitoba is now leading the country in access to primary care physicians.

As we look ahead, I encourage residents of River Park South and all of Seine River to take advantage of these new tools and improvements. These are meaningful steps forward, but we know there is more work to do. Rebuilding health care takes time, and we remain committed to listening to front-line workers and putting patients first every step of the way.

As always, I am honoured to serve as your MLA for Seine River. My office is here to support you, and I welcome your questions, concerns, and feedback at any time. You can reach my office by phone at 204-221-7576 or by email at billie.cross@yourmanitoba.ca.

I look forward to continuing this work together and to building a stronger, more accessible health-care system for everyone in our community.