On November 19, The Winnipeg Chamber was invited to attend the reading of the Provincial Throne Speech, outlining the government’s agenda for the year ahead. The speech addressed broadly Manitobans’ priorities – notably health care, crime/safety, and economic development – but was light on details as are Throne Speeches typically.
Catch a few of our Chamber’s reactions to the speech at:
In responding to provincial plans to focus on retail covenants concerning groceries, Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Loren Remillard said there are more ways the province could be increasing competition.
“What are we doing to create the climate for competition?” Remillard said. “We can play on the edges with legislation, but that really doesn’t address the core issue of why aren’t more businesses in Manitoba.”
The Throne Speech does note a new economic development strategy is forthcoming. While both the Winnipeg and Manitoba Chambers applauded this, we noted more details are needed.
Be sure to register for the December 3rd State of the Province Address with Premier Wab Kinew to learn more about the government’s plans and actions for the year ahead.
December 3 | State of the Province Address – Register Here
If you would like to be involved in The Chambers advocacy efforts, please contact Gwen Black our Policy and Government Relations Manager.
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