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/