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The Free Press invited all provincial 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 MLA.
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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The provincial government says consolidating Winnipeg’s six acute care hospitals down to three will improve overall medical care for patients. Is that the right move?
Great idea
Good idea
We’ll see
Not a good idea
Terrible idea
PCHow much control should the provincial government have over the operations of Crown corporations like Manitoba Public Insurance and Manitoba Hydro?
Hands-off
Not much say
50/50
Some oversight
Direct supervision
PCThe Pallister government plans to eliminate the deficit by 2022. Should balancing the books be a priority?
Essential
High priority
Neutral
Low priority
Not important
PCIn Budget 2019, the provincial government spent approximately $350 million on highways. The construction industry says we need to invest more. Is $350 million the right amount?
Way too little
A little under
About right
A little too much
Way too much
PCThere have been calls to install safe consumption and/or injection sites in Manitoba, so that people with addictions can consume or inject drugs in a space with medical supervision and more readily available access to addiction services. Are these sites a good idea?
Urgently needed
A good idea
Not sure
Not necessary
A bad idea
PCHow important is it for the provincial government to take steps to address climate change?
Urgent
Important
Neutral
Not important
Unnecessary
PCWill a carbon tax influence consumer behaviour, such as encouraging people to drive less or make their homes more efficient?
Definitely won't
Probably won't
Not sure
Probably will
Definitely will
PCI would rather have more money in my pocket through tax cuts than have the provincial government increase spending on public services.
Strongly disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Strongly agree
PCManitoba’s K-12 education system is currently undergoing a review of curriculum and spending models. How much control should school boards have when it comes to making education budgets?
Total control
More control
Current system
Less control
No control
PCHow much do you consider a candidate’s personal history - before they entered politics - when deciding who to vote for?
Not at all
Very little
Neutral
Somewhat
A lot
PCThe candidates, as people: Would-be MLAs introduce themselves to you and describe their backgrounds, what made them decide to run for office, and how they hope to solve the problems facing your community.
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Age: 52
Profession: MLA for Seine River Formerly Social Services Counselor
Education:
Multiple university degrees in Counseling and Therapy, Political Sciences and Addictions
What is the biggest issue facing your community, and how would you address it?
Affordability. That is why the PC Team has put forward our $2020 tax plan to continue to make life more affordable for Manitoban’s.Why did you decide to run for office?
I have been an advocate for women and children. I believe that continuing as an advocate in Seine River; I can bring constituents concerns to our government.Manitoba is marking its 150th anniversary next year. Suggest one way we can make it a memorable occasion.
Showcase the cultural groups who have helped make Manitoba the strong and diverse province it is.Tell us something about yourself that voters might find surprising.
I am one brown belt away from achieving my black belt in Karate.
http://www.janicemorley-lecomte4mla.com
https://twitter.com/JaniceMLPCSeine
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Profession: Climate Change Researcher and instructor at the University of Winnipeg.
Education:
PhD in Natural Resources and Environmental Management from University of Winnipeg.
What is the biggest issue facing your community, and how would you address it?
Access to healthcare for the urban and rural parts of Seine River. We have such a huge geographical space, with urban and rural homes, farms, and apartments. I will join our NDP Team to stop Pallister from cutting our healthcare system any further, and work to represent the needs of this constituency as they arise.Why did you decide to run for office?
I decided to run in the election because I was extremely disappointed in the policy direction of province. I wanted to see change, and I believed that my extensive experience in evaluating the impacts of environmental policy would be invaluable in the Legislative Assembly. I wanted to be involved in the policy decisions at the provincial level, and this is why I am running. 2. Why should a voter consider electing you to represent them? I am passionate, and I am determined to represent the constituents of Seine River. As a single mom, the challenges I have faced are quite common among my constituents – finding affordable childcare or even access to recreational activities for my children. I understand that life is difficult for many of us as everyday working-class families, and I promise to put the needs of my constituents first, whilst fighting for a better future for us all. 3. What key issue(s) / topic(s) will you stand for in your role as MLA, and why are these important to you? I will be fighting for improvements in our healthcare and public education systems. I am also an advocate for policy that pushes us as Manitobans to lower our carbon footprint. I want a better future for my kids, as well as yours. Healthcare cuts and increasing classrooms sizes aren’t the answer to that. As an educator, I believe that we need to invest more money in public education. As a climate change researcher, I want policy that makes it easier for my constituents make both greener choices and adapt environmentally-sustainable lifestyles. 4. Do you have any other comments regarding your candidacy? I have faced a lot of bigotry when canvassing, and while this is horrible, it has been a huge motivation for me. I am hopeful that my candidacy will make it easier for other visible minorities to run for office one day. And I want it to be normalized, so that the next time a person of color comes knocking on your door, you’d take a second and hear what they have to say.Manitoba is marking its 150th anniversary next year. Suggest one way we can make it a memorable occasion.
By reminding everyone that the what makes Manitoba worth celebrating is it's people. We need to acknowledge and appreciate each others' values, cultures, and differences in our everyday lives, and during this celebration.Tell us something about yourself that voters might find surprising.
I will be fighting for improvements in our healthcare and public education systems. I am also an advocate for policy that pushes us as Manitobans to lower our carbon footprint. I want a better future for my kids, as well as yours. Healthcare cuts and increasing classrooms sizes aren’t the answer to that. As an educator, I believe that we need to invest more money in public education. As a climate change researcher, I want policy that makes it easier for my constituents make both greener choices and adapt environmentally-sustainable lifestyles. I have faced a lot of bigotry when canvassing, and while this is horrible, it has been a huge motivation for me. I am hopeful that my candidacy will make it easier for other visible minorities to run for office one day. And I want it to be normalized, so that the next time a person of color comes knocking on your door, you’d take a second and hear what they have to say.
http://www.durdanaislam.ca/
https://www.facebook.com/durdanaforseineriver
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Age: 44
Profession: I'm the owner of CostWise Business Consulting. I provide assistance to businesses hoping to control Telecom and Data expenses. We also provide business telecom equipment.
Education:
I went to Booth College to pursue my Bachelor of Science in Social Work and left to pursue a job opportunity in Los Angeles, where I stayed for just under 5 years. Upon returning to Winnipeg, I have obtained several technical certifications that led me to start my own telecom and data consulting business.
What is the biggest issue facing your community, and how would you address it?
From what people are telling me at the doors is that they are extremely upset and concerned with the changes that have been made to health care. For Seine River Constituency, I would advocate to reopen the Victoria General Hospital Emergency Ward.Why did you decide to run for office?
I come from a family that has always taken an active interest and participated in a variety of ways toward enhancing our community. Like my parents, I believe it is important to get involved and to help people.Manitoba is marking its 150th anniversary next year. Suggest one way we can make it a memorable occasion.
It will be important to have many community events throughout the year that showcase our diversity and love for our province.Tell us something about yourself that voters might find surprising.
As a small business owner, many people might be surprised to find out that I am a Liberal. Also, they might be surprised to know that I spent five years working in the US for a non-profit organization working with youth to help them understand how to “say no” to drugs and how to make good decisions in their lives. I am a small business owner, who has also worked for a youth non-profit organization. I understand both sides of the political pendulum and consider myself to be a centrist Liberal.
https://www.manitobaliberals.ca/jamesbloomfield
https://www.facebook.com/JamesBloomfield4MLASeineRiver/
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