{"id":600187670,"date":"2026-04-08T02:00:13","date_gmt":"2026-04-08T07:00:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.winnipegfreepress.com\/our-communities\/correspondents\/2026\/04\/08\/learning-laughter-and-friendly-competition"},"modified":"2026-04-08T02:00:13","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T07:00:13","slug":"learning-laughter-and-friendly-competition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.winnipegfreepress.com\/our-communities\/correspondents\/2026\/04\/08\/learning-laughter-and-friendly-competition","title":{"rendered":"Learning, laughter, and friendly competition"},"content":{"rendered":"

Even in the heart of winter, there is no shortage of warmth and connection in Tuxedo. Over the past few months, I’ve had the opportunity to take part in two wonderful initiatives that highlight both the energy of our young people and the spirit of our seniors.<\/p>\n

February is always a special time of year with I Love to Read Month, and I was thrilled to visit schools across Tuxedo, including CanAsia School, École Tuxedo Park, St. John Brebeuf, Carpathia School, and Laidlaw School. Reading alongside students, sharing stories, and hearing their perspectives is always a highlight. These visits remind me that fostering a love of reading helps build confidence, creativity, and a lifelong passion for learning. I want to thank the teachers and school staff who work so hard to create engaging and supportive learning environments.<\/p>\n

I also had the privilege of attending the opening and closing ceremonies of the All Seniors Care Seniors Games at Shaftesbury Park Retirement Residence. This incredible event brought residents together for a week of fun, friendly competition, and connection. From physical challenges to brain-stimulating activities, the games celebrated the importance of staying active and engaged at every stage of life.<\/p>\n

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This year’s theme, “There’s no place like home,” was reflected in the laughter, encouragement, and camaraderie shared throughout the week. It was inspiring to see the enthusiasm and determination of participants. Events like these remind us that healthy aging is not only about physical well-being, but also about connection, purpose, and a sense of community. Thank you to the staff, volunteers, and organizers who made the Seniors Games such a success.<\/p>\n

From classrooms to community celebrations, these moments reflect the very best of Tuxedo. At the same time, our government is continuing to make important investments to strengthen health care across Manitoba. Budget 2026 includes 4,054 net new frontline health-care staff, a goal to make new ER care zones to reduce wait times, and new mental health and alternate level care beds so patients can be seen faster by the right specialists.<\/p>\n

We are also building a new emergency room at Victoria Hospital, investing in Heart Care Manitoba, and improving access to care through initiatives such as a new paramedic pathway, menopause clinic, and Medinav.ca<\/a>. These investments are about ensuring Manitobans can access timely, high-quality care when they need it most. There is more work ahead, and we are committed to continuing this progress for Manitobans in every community.<\/p>\n

As always, please feel free to contact my office with any questions or concerns by calling 204-416-1140, emailing carla.compton@yourmanitoba.ca<\/a>, or visiting us at 1840 Grant Ave. Our staff always appreciate the engagement from our wonderful community.<\/p>

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