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Speech from the Throne in Manitoba lays out New Democratic Party’s agenda

Premier Wab Kinew outlines plans for affordable housing, healthcare, and climate action

Manitoba’s New Democratic Party (NDP) government laid out its agenda in the Speech from the Throne on 23 March 2023, outlining plans for affordable housing, healthcare, and climate action.

Affordable housing

The government plans to invest $500 million in affordable housing over the next four years. This investment will help to create 10,000 new affordable housing units, and repair and renovate 5,000 existing units.

The government will also work with municipalities to develop new zoning and planning policies that encourage the development of affordable housing.

Healthcare

The government plans to invest $2 billion in healthcare over the next four years. This investment will help to reduce wait times for surgeries and other medical procedures.

The government will also work to improve access to mental health services, and to reduce the cost of prescription drugs.

Climate action

The government plans to invest $1 billion in climate action over the next four years. This investment will help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and to create jobs in the clean energy sector.

The government will also work with businesses and communities to develop a plan for a just transition to a clean energy economy.

Other priorities

In addition to these key priorities, the government also plans to invest in education, childcare, and infrastructure.

The government will also work to improve the lives of Indigenous people, and to promote reconciliation.

Conclusion

The Speech from the Throne sets out an ambitious agenda for the NDP government. If the government is successful in implementing its plans, it will make a significant difference in the lives of Manitobans.