Over the course of the last 3 days, we have had the privilege to meet and discuss with members from the Liberal, Progressive Conservative and New Democratic parties of Manitoba. During these lunchtime meetings, youth parliament members had the opportunity to pose questions relating to each party’s policies and political stances on environment, budgets and …
Today cabinet stepped back in multiple ways, allowing backbenchers to have their chance in the spotlight. Backbenchers started the day with breakfast and conversation in the legislature, which allowed our ministry of labour a much needed sleep-in after days of preparing meals! Breakfast was followed by a very candid question and answer session with former …
By the second day of session, members got to know each other better, and friendships began to blossom. I had the opportunity to ask several backbenchers what they were most enjoying so far. Their answers, I’m sure, will surprise and delight. One member remarked that they enjoyed listening to the creative inaugural speeches of their colleagues. …
Today was our first day of the 98th winter session. We had the honour of being joined in the house by An
