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Winnipeg Free Press
Oct 9 5:29 PM
Winnipeg South is currently represented by Terry Duguid (Liberal). Terry Duguid won the riding for the Liberals in 2015 with 27,516 of 47,227 votes (58.26%). Gordon Giesbrecht of the Conservatives finished second with 16,417 (34.76%) votes. Brianne Goertzen of the New Democrats finished third with 2,334 (4.94%) votes.
As per the 2016 census, Winnipeg South is home to 99,678 people. That is an increase of 14,138 (16.5%) from 2011. It ranks 242nd overall in population size nationally, and is less populous than the national average of 103,417.
Winnipeg South is younger than average with its average age being 38 compared to the national average of 41.06 and a median age of 36.8 compared to the national median of 41.7. Seniors (65 and older) are 12.8 per cent of the population.
Households in Winnipeg South are richer than average. The median total income of households was $86,404 in 2015. The national average was $73,050. This ranks Winnipeg South as 65th overall in median total household income. The median after-tax income in 2015 was $73,135.
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The Free Press invited all federal candidates to fill out a questionnaire about themselves, the issues affecting their communities, and what they hope to achieve in office.
Ten questions on the issues: Find out how your opinions compare with the candidates hoping to become your next MP.
We’ll then show you how the candidates’ positions compare to yours.
If a party’s position doesn’t appear on the scale below, their candidate did not respond to the question.
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How big of a priority is it to balance the federal budget?
Essential
High priority
Neutral
Low priority
Not important
GRNI would rather have more money in my pocket through tax cuts than have the federal government increase spending on public services.
Strongly agree
Somewhat agree
Neutral
Somewhat disagree
Strongly disagree
GRNIn 2018, about 320,000 immigrants came to Canada. Is that the right number?
Way too many
Too many
About right
Too few
Way too few
GRNIn 2018, about 28,000 refugees came to Canada. Is that the right number?
Way too many
Too many
About right
Too few
Way too few
GRNHow important is it for Canada to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions?
Essential
High priority
Neutral
Low priority
Not important
GRNShould Canada approve the construction of new fossil-fuel pipelines?
Definitely
A few
Maybe
No
Get Canada off oil
GRNHandguns should be banned in Canada.
Strongly agree
Somewhat agree
Neutral
Somewhat disagree
Strongly disagree
GRNTo what extent do you feel there is a need for reconciliation between Canada and Indigenous peoples?
Great need
Some need
Neutral
Low need
No need
GRNSome of Canada’s big cities want the federal government channel funding directly to them for things like transit, rather than sending funding to the provinces to distribute to cities. Is that a good idea?
Great idea
Good idea
Neutral
Bad idea
Terrible idea
GRNThe Canadian government should implement a pharmacare program to cover the cost of prescription drugs.
Strongly agree
Somewhat agree
Neutral
Somewhat disagree
Strongly disagree
GRNThe candidates, as people: Would-be MPs introduce themselves to you and describe their backgrounds, what made them decide to run in this election, and how they hope to solve the problems facing your community.
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Profession: I work for Environment and Climate Change Canada as an Environmental Monitoring Technologist, I measure how much water there is in Rivers.
Education:
I have a Bsc from the University of Manitoba. I graduated from the Environmental Science Co-op program with a Major in Water toxicology
What is the biggest issue facing your community, and how would you address it?
I think that climate change in the biggest issue facing this community. I sit here writing this information just after a strange October snow storm that has caused unprecedented damage to Southern Manitoba's trees and electrical distribution system. Also the only time that the floodway has been put into operation during the fall. Many rivers in South Eastern Manitoba have more flow now than they did in the Spring. The Green Party has plans to end the use of Carbon Dioxide producing fossil fuels, and transition to non fossil fuel forms of energy. Also there is plans to spend more money to help communities be protected from climate change.Why did you decide to run in this election?
I have become disillusioned with the way the Conservative and the Liberals have been running the country off the backs of the middle class and how they argue back and forth along party lines but aren't doing enough to help Canadians. I have always been concerned with the environment and I am concerned about the world we will be leaving for my children and grandchildren.Tell us something about yourself that voters might find surprising.
I stopped eating pork and beef 27 years ago
@PaulBettess
https://www.facebook.com/paul.bettess
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Profession: Melanie has experience working in both the private sector and within all three levels of government. She was proud to have worked alongside the former Conservative Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South as the Chief of Staff leading up to his retirement in October 2015. Immediately following the 2015 election, Melanie was sought out by the office of the Mayor and after the Progressive Conservatives won a majority government, she made the move to the Manitoba Legislature. Melanie was grateful to have the opportunity to serve as political staff with the Minister of Families and most recently with the Minister of Finance. Since 2010, Melanie has been an active member and organizer of the Winnipeg South Conservative Association, including as President.
Education:
Melanie is a certified Educational Assistant. However, she changed her career path after entering politics.
What is the biggest issue facing your community, and how would you address it?
The average family is struggling to get by. They are paying more in taxes and saving less. Thanks to Justin Trudeau, he has raised taxes on 80% of middle-class Canadians and introduced a carbon tax that has subsequently raised the cost of everyday essentials like home heating, gas and groceries. And if he gets re-elected, costs are expected to increase; from the price of gas to the anticipated 50% tax on the sale of your home to the tax hikes on small businesses (to increase by as much as 73%), Justin Trudeau cannot be trusted to help Canadians. Only Andrew Scheer and the Conservative Party can be trusted to put more money in the pockets of all Canadians to help them get ahead, so they can starting spending less and saving more. We’ve promised to introduce the Universal Tax Cut, saving the average couple $850. We’ll take the GST off home heating costs, make maternity benefits tax-free, introduce Children’s Fitness and Arts and Learning tax credits, expand the Age Credit to benefit seniors, boost the government-matching to RESP’s to help parents save for their children’s education, and introduce a Green Home Renovation tax credit for green home improvements. These are all common-sense measures to help families get ahead, and not just get by.Why did you decide to run in this election?
I am running to make a difference in Winnipeg South and it would be an honour to serve our community. I have been hearing from many that life is getting unaffordable; I want to see Winnipeg residents not just get by, but start getting ahead. The Conservative party has a plan to make that vision a reality.Tell us something about yourself that voters might find surprising.
Melanie and her husband Jim are very proud that their son, Patrick, is following in his father’s footsteps to become a member of the military. Their daughter, Caitlin, is not far from taking the first steps to achieving her career goals of becoming a veterinarian technician.
https://www.wpgsouthconservative.ca/
https://twitter.com/melanielmaher
https://www.facebook.com/melaniemaherwpgsouth/
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Age: 47
Profession: I am an information technology analyst, specializing in database systems. I have worked in this capacity at Manitoba Public Insurance for almost 20 years.
Education:
Along with several technical certifications related directly to my career, I have a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Manitoba where I studied politics - focused on international relations, and sociology.
What is the biggest issue facing your community, and how would you address it?
Climate change is putting everything we value at risk. We need to tackle this crisis or everything else may become irrelevant. Our plan is to invest in clean energy, invest massively in and electrify public transit, help retrofit homes and businesses, and put more zero emissions vehicles on the road.Why did you decide to run in this election?
I've always been politically active, but it took a specific alignment of factors including my personal finances, family situation and ability to dedicate time and resources to allow me to run. I have always aspired to give back to my community in this way. Now I have finally been able to make it happen.Tell us something about yourself that voters might find surprising.
I'm a huge board game geek. My collection is quite extensive and one of my hobbies is board game design. I have published 3 board games, two of my own design and one for another designer. I own a lot of dice.Read Less
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Profession: Since 2015, I have represented Winnipeg South as the Member of Parliament. Support for families, youth employment, the University of Manitoba and restoring the health of Lake Winnipeg have been among my top priorities. As a Parliamentary Secretary, I advocated for gender equality and I helped deliver the new tax-free Canada Child Benefit to help families with the cost of living. Before being elected as an M.P., I worked in a variety of jobs dedicated to public service. As a City Councillor, I launched Winnipeg’s first ever government-led Blue Box Recycling Program. As Manitoba’s Clean Environment Commissioner, I recommended the Red River Floodway Expansion and directed the first ever Manitoba Climate Change Task Force. I was the founding CEO of the International Centre for Infectious Diseases. I also created a company, Sustainable Developments International, which taught me about the opportunities and struggles of a small business.
Education:
Master of Environmental Design (Environmental Science): University of Calgary, Alberta Bachelor of Science in Biology (Hon): Carleton University, Ottawa, Ontario
What is the biggest issue facing your community, and how would you address it?
Every day I learn about the issues facing this community, through knocking on thousands of doors and attending a full range of events and gatherings. The Cost of Living / Affordability is a top issue. The Liberal government has brought in cost saving programs like the Climate Action Incentive Rebate and the Middle Class Tax Cut. I will follow through on items in the Liberal re-election platform like a further tax cut that will save the average family $600 per year. I will stand against Conservative cuts to vital services that will cost families money. The issue of Climate Change is very important to residents of Winnipeg South. Our Liberal government enacted an ambitious, achievable plan to lower carbon emissions, and I will continue to push all levels of government to do more. As well, I will help residents deal with the effects of climate change that we are already seeing. A re-elected Liberal government will bring in low-cost National Flood Insurance and introduce an Employment Insurance Disaster Assistance Benefit.Why did you decide to run in this election?
I’m running in this election to keep serving the people of Winnipeg South. I’m committed to this community and am dedicated to helping its progress continue. I’m proud of our Liberal government’s record, creating more than a million new jobs and taking real action on climate change. We’ve accomplished a lot, but there is much more to do. By running again, I want to help ensure that Canada does not return to a Conservative government that will cut vital services for citizens and roll back progress on the environment.Tell us something about yourself that voters might find surprising.
People might not know that I am a huge sports fan, particularly football and curling. I played football in high school and spent much of my youth at the curling rink with my family (my father is Don Duguid, Canadian and World Curling Champion and past broadcaster for CBC and NBC).
https://terryduguid.liberal.ca
@terryduguid
https://www.facebook.com/terryduguidmp
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