Hon. Ron Kotyshyn MLA - Swan River

Dear Lord, Ron Kostyshyn is a farmer and knows agriculture, its impact on all Manitobans and Canadians and the world at large. We pray that you provide him and his government in Swan River with insight into what promotes good and sustainable agriculture, both for his constituents and Canadians, but also for the world that relies upon the Canadian farming  industry. Lead him and his government along the path you desire would. We pray this in your Son’s name, Jesus Christ. 

Minister of agriculture, food and rural development

Ron was elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Swan River on October 4, 2011. He was appointed Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives in 2012 and re-appointed to the same department under its new name, the Department of Agriculture, Food and Rural Development, in 2013. Ron also served as Reeve of the RM of Mossey River and on council for two decades.
For the past 26 years, Ron has worked on the family farm consisting of a 200 cow/calf operation with 2560 acres. Born and raised in rural Manitoba, Ron knows that a strong rural economy is key to Manitoba’s success.
He is looking forward to working hard for families and for farmers in the Swan River constituency, and ensuring that Manitobans continue to benefit from a strong government that values the importance of agriculture, health care, education, jobs and infrastructure.

http://todaysndp.ca/mla/ron-kostyshyn

Bidhu Jha MLA - Radisson

Dea Lord, Mr. Bidhu Jha wishes to put his business management skills to work in the Radisson area. We pray that you would enable him to do so. We pray this in your Son’s Holy name, Jesus Christ.

Bidhu Jha, a Winnipeg resident since 1970, was elected as Radisson's NDP MLA in 2003, 2007 and 2011. He has been legislative assistant to the premier and minister of Energy, Science and Technology and was recently appointed as Manitoba's special envoy for international trade. Bidhu participates in several legislative committees on such issues as public accounts and finances, Crown corporations, social services, justice, and community economic development.

He has also received the prestigious Asia Pacific Award of Entrepreneurship from the Asper School of Business (University of Manitoba) and an honourable distinguished community service award by ICHHA, an organization set up to serve humanity. Bidhu is a published poet and writer of short stories and articles. A tireless worker in uniting Canada's diverse communities, Bidhu is a strong voice for equal rights for all.

http://todaysndp.ca/mla/bidhu-jha

Hon. Kerri Irvin-Ross MLA - Fort Richmond

Lord God, Kerri Irvin Ross is a “...community-focused leader...promoting the growth of healthy families and strong communities.”  This too is your concern dear God. We pray that you gift her with great insight in family health and empower her and her team to legislate and enforce the legislation to meet the end that you have in mind for the welfare of her constituents. We pray this in your Son’s name, Jesus Christ. 

Minister of Family Services
Minister of Housing and Community Development
Minister responsible for Persons with Disabilities
Minister responsible for the Status of Women

"My job is to help people in our community imagine the possibilities – to keep looking ahead and finding new ways of building a better future for Manitobans."

BIOGRAPHY

First elected as MLA for Fort Garry in 2003, she has served as Minister of Healthy Living, Minister responsible for Healthy Child Manitoba and Seniors, Minister of Housing and Community Development and was appointed Minister of Family Services by Premier Greg Selinger on October 18, 2013.

Raised in a small farming community in southern Saskatchewan, Kerri and her family moved to Winnipeg over 15 years ago. They established roots in Winnipeg and become a part of many community and school organizations. Kerri accepted a position at the Winnipeg Child Guidance Clinic and through her work as a school social worker she grew increasingly aware of the importance of providing positive opportunities in order to create and maintain healthy communities.

As a community builder Kerri has been recognized for her role in developing crime prevention initiatives and spearheading efforts to improve community recreation facilities. She regularly works with community clubs, parent councils, child care centres, schools, seniors groups such as the Fort Garry Seniors Resource Council and Pembina Active Living 55+, as well as other community initiatives. Kerri is also a strong supporter of groups such as the Fort Garry Historical Society and the Fort Garry Community Network. Her constituency office has become a meeting place for many such groups.

During her three years as Minister of Healthy Living Kerri was responsible for introducing Healthy Child Legislation, implementing Age-Friendly Manitoba, establishing nutrition guidelines for schools, designing new suicide prevention initiatives, expanding the diabetes prevention programs in the North, introducing a new eating disorders program, providing children with low-cost bike helmets, and building on our anti-smoking initiatives.
As Minister of Housing and Community Development, Kerri prioritized a positive experience for tenants, which has led to customer service training for staff, improved security services, and a bed bug remediation strategy for Manitoba Housing properties. She has worked to meet housing needs in Manitoba through a variety of initiatives, which has resulted in hundreds of new units of affordable housing tailored to families, seniors, students and people with disabilities.

A strong supporter of community economic development, she has championed the department’s partnership with Warm Up Winnipeg/BUILD and other community based employment training programs which has resulted in reduced energy and water costs for Manitoba Housing Properties and job experience for hundreds of worker with barriers to employment. She believes in the power of Co-op Development for Manitoba, and champions grassroots empowerment and neighbourhood revitalization through Neighbourhoods Alive!.
Kerri enjoys working with government departments, community groups, and citizens to support vibrant, healthy communities across Manitoba.

http://todaysndp.ca/mla/kerri-irvin-ross

Jennifer Howard MLA - Fort Rouge

Dear Lord, because of her disability Jennifer Howard learned early on that a good governance will support the well being of its constituents. She was a recipient of this goodness and chooses to see the good in her community, visually in the parks and pools, the friendliness of people in Osborne Village, the neighbourhood’s cultural diversity and more. We pray that she is empowered by your grace not to be deceived in her perceptions, to protect her to see genuinely as you see her community, and to act and mobilize her government to pursue and make the necessary changes required to fulfill your sovereign will for her constituents. We pray this in your Son’s name, Jesus Christ, the Almighty and only God.

Jennifer was elected MLA for Fort Rouge in 2007, later serving as the Vice-Chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee. In November 2009, she was appointed the Minister of Labour and Immigration and Minister responsible for Persons with Disabilities, Workers Compensation Board and the Status of Women.

Jennifer was re-elected on October 4, 2011 and was appointed Minister of Family Services and Labour. On October 18, 2013, Premier Greg Selinger appointed Jennifer the Minister of Finance, as well as Minister responsible for the Civil Service Commission, Minister charged with the administration of the Crown Corporations Public Review and Accountability Act and Minister responsible for Persons with Disabilities.
Jennifer Howard is a well-known and credible advocate who has worked in the community and government on issues such as poverty, health care, neighbourhood safety and equality for women.

Prior to her appointment, Jennifer held a number of public positions, including:

• Executive Director of the Women’s Health Clinic
• Chairperson of the Manitoba NDP Status of Women Committee
• Positions with the Prairie Women’s Health Centre of Excellence and the Manitoba Action Committee on the Status of Women
• Policy advisor to Premier Gary Doer on health care issues
• Founding Member, South Osborne Neighbourhood Safety Association

Jennifer is a life-long Manitoban—born and raised in Brandon where she graduated from Brandon University. She moved to Winnipeg in 1998.

Jennifer has served on the Boards of numerous organizations, including the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba, the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (Manitoba), the Rainbow Resource Centre and the University of Winnipeg’s Board of Regents.
Jennifer was named a Woman of Distinction in 1999 by the Brandon YWCA. She has also received a Community Builder Award from LAMBDA, the gay and lesbian business and professional organization.

Jennifer is a keen reader, theatre-goer and singer with a community choir - the Rainbow Harmony Project.

http://todaysndp.ca/mla/jennifer-howard

Reg Helwer MLA - Brandon West

Dear Lord, Reg wants our government to be tough on crime, to have better control on spending, to improve investments in education and create opportunities for young people. We pray that in all these areas he will be provided with the insight, power and energy to mobilize his constituents to fulfil each and everyone of these areas of concern and that you only open doors for improvements as you see fit. We pray this in your Son’s holy name.   

Reg’s vision is for a government that gets tough on crime, controls spending, makes investments in education and creates opportunities for young people.  Reg  is very committed to his community and has spent many hours volunteering and serving in the following roles:

- 30 years coaching community sports
- YMCA Campaign Co-Chair
- Past President, Brandon Chamber of Commerce
- Past Vice Chair, Brandon University Board of Governors
- Past President, Brandon University Students’ Union

Reg has a very strong commitment to Business and Education:

- Past President, Canadian Association of Agri Retailers              
- Partner, Shur Gro Farm Services  
- M.Sc. Agricultural Economics, Purdue University             
- B.A. Political Science, Brandon University

Reg Helwer’s values are – family, hard work and integrity.  Reg & Anysley have been married for twenty-five plus years and have four children – Jessica, Andrew, Carolyn and Adam.

Reg was first elected to the Manitoba Legislature as the member for Brandon West in the Provincial Election October 4, 2011. In his first session as an MLA he was critic for Manitoba Hydro, MPI and active member of Public Accounts.

With the newly elected Leader Brian Pallister, Reg will be the critic for Justice and Attorney General; Constitutional Affairs & MPI.  He will also be the Chair for the Public Accounts Committee.

http://www.reghelwer.com/

Cliff Graydon MLA - Emerson

God you know that Cliff Graydon “...is dedicated to promoting services and supports that allow all Manitobans to enjoy healthy lifestyles...ensuring that seniors can maximize and enjoy their independence”. We pray that he is able to recognize fully these concerns in accordance to your will and mobilize  his constituents to fulfil your will in the area of healthy living.. 

Cliff Graydon was born and raised in Arnaud and has spent the past 30 years farming grain and purebred Charolais cattle. Cliff has held various critic portfolios during his time in office including: MPI; Liquor Control; Lotteries; Gaming and Agriculture as well as Entrepreneurship Training and Trade.

He was a founding member of the Manitoba Cattle Producers Association and served on its board of directors. He has also served as a member of the Stuartburn Piney Agricultural Development Association and the Prairies East Sustainable Agricultural Initiative.

Cliff and his wife, Rose Ellen, live in the Woodmore area and have two children, Amy and Warren, a daughter-in-law Venessa and three lovely grandchildren, Bailey, Colby and Reneé.

http://www.cliffgraydon.ca/

Kelvin Goertzen MLA - Steinbach

Lord God we pray for Kelvin Goertze in Steinbach, that he, his family and those he associates with both personally and professionally, friends  and colleagues, at home, in his neighbourhood and at work, all receive godly revelation of what you want accomplished in the Steinbach  community. We pray this in your Son’s name, amen.   

Born and raised in Steinbach, Kelvin has deep roots in South Eastern Manitoba. Whether helping out on his grandfather's farm in the Pansy/Grunthal area or volunteering at the Mennonite Museum in Steinbach, Kelvin's parents taught him the value of hard work.

Following his graduation from the Steinbach Regional Secondary School in 1987, Kelvin enrolled in the University of Manitoba, ultimately earning his Honours degree in Commerce and a Bachelor's degree in Law. During this time he paid his way through University working evenings and weekends at what was then Penner Foods.

Early on, Kelvin realized the importance of community involvement in building a successful and compassionate province. He has served as Vice-President of Southeast Helping Hands Food Bank and of the Steinbach Arts Council and has been a Director for several other organizations. Kelvin is currently a member of the Southeast Rotary Club which raises money for worthwhile local causes. In 2007, Kelvin received the HOPE (Helping Other People Everywhere) medal from the Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario Lions Foundation in recognition of his community volunteer activities.

In addition to working in a major financial institution and with a property development company, Kelvin worked for several years as the Executive Assistant to former Steinbach MLA's Albert Driedger and Jim Penner. He also served as the Special Assistant to the Deputy Minister of Culture, Heritage and Citizenship, and was the first Legislative Intern to be elected to the Manitoba Legislature.

In 2003, Kelvin became the youngest MLA ever elected in the Steinbach Constituency. In 2007, Kelvin was re-elected MLA for the Steinbach Constituency achieving 83% of the vote, the highest in the history of the riding.

Since his election to the Manitoba Legislature, he has served in several senior positions for the PC Caucus including Health Critic and Education Critic. Currently, Kelvin is the Justice Critic and House Leader for the Progressive Conservative Caucus.

In 2008, Kelvin graduated from the Bowhay Institute for Legislative Leadership Development (BILLD) which is conducted in Madison Wisconsin for emerging leaders in the midwest part of Canada and the United States.

Kelvin enjoys writing and has published several articles including in the Asper Review of International Business and Trade Law. In 2006 he published a book on the life of former Steinbach MLA, Jim Penner, entitled "A Life Well Lived."

In 1997, Kelvin married Kim Hiebert from New Bothwell and have one son Malachi who was born September 30, 2006. They have been members of Southland Community Church in Steinbach for the past 13 years.

http://www.kelvingoertzen.com/

Jon Gerrad MLA - River Heights

God we pray for Mr. Gerrard. He is concerned for children, their welfare and a sound budget to meet such needs and others. We pray that he would have a Godly perspective in all things. We pray that you will enable him with all power and might to legislate and enforce changes needed to deal with child poverty and the like and for families who need funding and help. We pray this in Christ’s holy name.

BIOGRAPHY

Jon Gerrard’s diverse career offers a multitude of strengths to his leadership position. As a scientist and researcher, medicine has been a dominant thread in his career. Gerrard’s lifelong passion for politics encouraged a career change where yet again, he has daily opportunities  to make a difference.

Jon was born in 1947. Dr. Gerrard obtained a BA in Economics from the University of Saskatchewan (1967), MD from McGill University, Montreal (1971), and Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota. In 1976, Dr. Gerrard received his Certificate in Pediatrics from the American Academy of Pediatrics. He became a fellow of the Royal College of Canada (pediatrics) in 1982.

Gerrard is an internationally recognized researcher and physician. He has a rich publication history that explores medicine, science and the environment. From 1985 to 1992, Gerrard led a multidisciplinary team in the care and treatment of Manitoba children with cancer as head of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology at Children’s Hospital in Winnipeg.

Jon Gerrard’s political career began when he was elected as the Member of Parliament for Portage-Interlake. While on Parliament Hill his positions as Secretary of State for Science and Technology (1993 – 1997) and Western Economic Diversification (1996 – 1997) provided him with opportunities to promote research, technology, economic growth, job opportunities and a better future for Canadians. Dr. Gerrard made the switch to provincial politics in September of 1999, when he was elected MLA for River Heights.
Gerrard has been a strong voice for the Liberal perspective in the legislature. His unique perspective, creative problem solving skills, down to business approach and extraordinary work ethic make him an exceptional and responsive MLA.

A diverse background including science and technology, health care and education, economics and the environment is an invaluable resource to bring to the office of the leader. Jon’s understanding and experience of Manitoba’s rural and urban life and knowledge of politics and government management in cabinet and federal arenas set him apart.

http://jongerrardmla.ca/

Dave Gaudreau MLA - St. Norbert

God we pray that Dave Gaudreau would have an increased passion for good education, health care and an improved pension system. Enable him to make the changes required in these areas in a way that honours you and  your church and all the citizes of the St. Norbert district. Reveal to him and his constituents all the Godly implications of these areas of concern and how to best meet people’s educational, health and aging issues.

Dave was first elected MLA in October 2011 and is building on the progress made in St. Norbert under former NDP MLA Marilyn Brick.  With his energy and community connections, Gaudreau is  providing strong representation for the families of St. Norbert as your newly elected NDP MLA in Premier Greg Selinger’s government.

A journeyman welder by trade, Dave completed his apprenticeship program at Keewatin Community College in The Pas (now University College of the North) where he graduated as apprentice of the year. He most recently worked for the City of Winnipeg and completed a program in industrial supervision at Red River College.

Dave and has been active in the labour movement and has been an active volunteer who has organized fundraising events for Osborne House and W.I.S.H., an organization in St. Norbert that provides housing and supports to women and children affected by domestic violence.
As a parent, Dave knows how important a high-quality education is to children and their families in St. Norbert.  Dave is a passionate defender of our health care system and believes we must keep recruiting and training doctors and nurses and continue to invest in our health facilities for the future.  He also recently started working on a campaign to improve Canada's pension system to ensure seniors can retire with dignity rather than live in poverty.

http://todaysndp.ca/mla/dave-gaudreau

Hon. Drew Caldwell MLA - Brandon East

God, we ask that you give wisdom and support to Hon. Drew Coldwell. Be with the people of Brandon East, as they are represented well. Continue to fill him with compassion for your people and to be aware of all that you want him to accomplish. We ask all these things in your name Jesus, Amen.

Minister of Municipal Government

"I’m proud to work for Brandon East to deliver funding for new infrastructure, health care, education and our neighbourhoods – so we can keep Brandon moving forward. I am equally proud that Brandon East is always open to help all people in times of need."

Drew is a strong representative for Brandon, working for improved health care, great schools, affordable housing and more opportunities for young people. He has served as Minister of Education, Training and Youth, and Minister of Family Services and Housing. He is currently the legislative assistant to Premier Greg Selinger.

Before his election to the Manitoba Legislature, Drew was a three-term city councilor for the historic downtown Rosser Ward in Brandon. He was first elected to Brandon City Council in 1992, re-elected in 1995 and acclaimed in 1998. He was a founding director of the Brandon Regional Health Authority. Drew also served elected terms on the Board of Directors of the Association of Manitoba Municipalities, the Manitoba Association of Urban Municipalities and the Union of Manitoba Municipalities.

http://todaysndp.ca/mla/drew-caldwell

Stuart Briese MLA - Agassiz

God, bless Stuart Briese's time and help him know you are working alongside him. Guide his every decision and help him to care about the things that you do.

Stu has been the MLA for Ste. Rose since May 2007 and will be the Progressive Conservative candidate for the new Agassiz Constituency in the October 4, 2011 provincial Election.

Stu has four grown children and one grandchild. He owned and operated a mixed farm in the Neepawa area for many years.

Stu served on the RM of Langford council for 20 years and served as director, vice president and president of the Association of Manitoba Municipalities. He also served three years as a director on the board of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities.

Stu has been critic for Family Services and the critic for Local Government and Emergency Measures Organization. He has also served as critic for Advanced Education. Stu is also Deputy Caucus Chair.

http://www.pcmanitoba.com/stuart_briese_mla

Erna Braun MLA - Rossmere

God, be with Hon. Erna Braun. Give her your wisdom and thank you for her desire to see our next generation raised in a way that is pleasing to you. Give her continued compassion and energy as she works with children's initiatives.

Minister of Labour and Immigration

Erna was first elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Rossmere in 2007. She was appointed Minister of Labour and Immigration by Premier Greg Selinger on October 18, 2013.

A long-time resident of North Kildonan, Erna attended Springfield Heights School and River East Collegiate. The North Kildonan Community Club was a centre of activity where Erna played on the girls’ softball team, attended many teen dances and skated on the ice rinks in the winter.

Erna attended the University of Manitoba where she received a Bachelor of Home Economics. In her final year, she worked with a women’s community group helping them learn to sew for their children. This sparked an interest in teaching and she enrolled in the Faculty of Education, where she earned her Teaching Certificate, followed by a Bachelor of Education.

Erna’s teaching career has spanned 34 years, with 31 spent in the Winnipeg School Division. Erna has taught Home Economics – Clothing, Child Development, Family Studies and Nutrition. Her last teaching assignment was at the Adolescent Parent Centre, an alternative program in which young mothers are able to complete their high school education.

An active member of the teaching profession, she served on the executives of the Manitoba Home Economics Teachers’ Association and The Winnipeg Teachers’ Association (WTA). Erna was elected WTA President in 1989-90 and 2005-2007. She also served on the Provincial Executive of The Manitoba Teachers’ Society during the late 1990s. Erna was also recognized for her work on curriculum and was seconded for three years in the mid-1990s to the Department of Education as Curriculum Consultant for Home Economics and Skills for Independent Living.

Erna is a member of the First Mennonite Church. She has had a long-standing commitment to her church, having been a Sunday School teacher in the past. Currently, Erna is a member of the women’s group “Evergreen Circle” as well as the Ministerial Council as Head Deacon.

Erna served as NDP caucus chair from June 2008 until 2011. She also chaired the Special Committee for Senate Reform of the Legislative Assembly.

http://www.yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/mla?constituency=Rossmere

Hon. Sharon Blady MLA - Kirkfield Park

God, Thank you for the stand that Hon. Sharon Blady has given in representing and caring about smaller community healthcare. Help her to be able to have sway, with your help, in getting changes made so that small towns have the Dr. and health care that is needed.

Minister of Health

Sharon was elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Kirkfield Park on May 22, 2007 and was re-elected on October 4, 2011. She was appointed Minister of Healthy Living and Seniors by Premier Greg Selinger on October 18, 2013.

Sharon has deep roots in the community, where she attended Buchanan Elementary, Hedges Junior High and Silver Heights Collegiate. She is proud to be raising her two boys in the neighbourhood, where they have attended École Bannatyne, Golden Gate and Silver Heights/Sturgeon Heights Collegiate.

Sharon has taken on various additional roles since being elected. She served on several government committees, including as president of the Manitoba section of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Francophonie (L’assemblée parlementaire de la Francophonie). She was also an Energy Committee member for the Midwestern Legislators' Conference.

Prior to her election, Sharon was an educator, decolonization scholar and published author, focusing on the art, history and gender relations of First Peoples in Canada and working for social justice for women and Aboriginal peoples. Sharon has over 15 years’ experience teaching at post-secondary institutions across Canada, including teaching in the Joint Baccalaureate Nursing Program and the Inner City Social Work Program at the University of Manitoba. She also designed and taught introductory courses for the Gender and Women’s Studies Program at Brandon University.

Sharon brings her experience as an activist and a mother to her role as MLA for Kirkfield Park. With her involvement on parent councils and the Block Parent program, as well as with social justice and environmental groups like the University of Manitoba Recycling and Environmental Group and the Western Canada Wilderness Committee, she has brought energy and commitment to providing a better future for our children, our community, and our planet.

http://yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/mla?constituency=Kirkfield%20Park

Hon. Peter Bjornson MLA - Gimli

God, be with hon. Peter Bjornson working with the people of Gimli. Give him favor with the people and help him to be a Godly representation for them.

Minister of Education and Advanced Learning

“I care about what you care about. Making life affordable, creating opportunities and making sure services are there when you need them.”

Peter Bjornson was elected in the June 2003 general election, re-elected in 2007, and again in 2011. He was appointed the Minister of Education, Citizenship and Youth by Premier Gary Doer in 2003 and re-appointed after the 2007 election. In November 2009, he became Minister of Entrepreneurship, Training and Trade under Premier Greg Selinger. Finally, on October 18, 2013, he was appointed Minister of Housing and Community Development.

A teacher by profession, Peter devoted 13 years of his life to his students before entering politics. Peter's involvement at the scholastic level has included coaching volleyball and basketball, assisting with student council, and participating in the drug and alcohol policy, school improvement, and discipline committees. A teacher advocate and member of the Evergreen Teachers' Association Executive, Peter served as president in 1996.

Peter has also served as a councilor for the Town of Gimli where he gained valuable experience in local governance. During his term from 1998 to 2002, Gimli saw many improvements made and initiatives undertaken such as upgrades to recreational facilities and other infrastructure projects, including the harbour park development and a new public works facility. During his term, Peter was a key player in the historic municipal merger between the Town and RM of Gimli. There was also a reduction in municipal taxes during his time on council. A young entrepreneur, Peter ran a successful small business for 15 years.

During his six years as Minister of Education, Peter substantially advanced Inclusive Education and Aboriginal Academic Achievement initiatives and initiated the Education for Sustainable Development grant program. He also increased funding for a number of important programs and put forth many innovations in curriculum and resource supports, including Safe Schools, Assessment for Learning, mandatory physical education and nutrition policies, amongst many others.

Peter was raised in a household where community service wasn't unique or exceptional, but expected. He has served on the Gimli and District Restitution and Reconciliation Committee for Youth Justice and was president of the Kinsmen Club of Gimli. Peter was also co-chair for two Kinsmen projects that raised capital funds for a new health centre. Furthermore, Peter has represented the town of Gimli on the Gimli Recreation Society, the Icelandic Festival Committee, the Gimli Youth Advisory Board, the Western Canada Summer Games, the Gimli Fire Committee, the Gimli Harbour Committee and the Canada Day Committee. He also served as chairperson of the Parks and Recreation Committee.

Peter's innovative teaching methods, curiosity, and desire for excellence have been recognized through numerous awards such as the Queen's Jubilee Medal, the Governor General's Award for Excellence in Teaching Canadian History (2000 & 2003) and the Prime Minister's Award in 2001. Peter's awareness of history and its impact on our province as well as events that may shape our future make him an excellent MLA to represent the constituency of Gimli.

http://www.yourmanitoba.ca/caucus2010/mla?constituency=Gimli

Hon. Steve Ashton MLA - Thompson

God, we ask that you be with Steve Ashton and help him know how to help in the native community that he works with. We pray that they will feel heard and respected and find peace with the missing women situation that is so prevalent. We pray protection over them. 


Minister of infrastructure and transportation
Minister responsible for emergency measures

"Our infrastructure is key to our future economic growth. With CentrePort Canada the Port of Churchill, our world class airports, rail lines and highway links we have the opportunity to transform Manitoba into an international hub of trade and transportation."

Steve was first elected to the Manitoba Legislature in 1981. He has been re-elected eight consecutive times. Before Premier Greg Selinger appointed Steve as the Minister of Infrastructure and Transportation, he served as the Minister of Conservation, the Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs and Minister responsible for Emergency Measures, and in November 2003 he was named Minister of Water Stewardship, a department solely committed to water issues and the first such department to be created in Canada.
Steve is also the minister responsible for Emergency Measures, and has worked hard to protect homes and communities from last year’s historic flooding.

More About Steve

• Received a B.A. (Hon.) in Political Studies at the University of Manitoba and a M.A. in Economics from Lakehead University
• Has lived in Thompson since 1967 – his wife Hari Dimitrakopoulou-Ashton is a college instructor
• Has two children – Niki, the MP for Churchill and Alexander, an instructor with the University College of the North in Thompson.

http://www.steveashton.ca/