News - Manitoba NDP

May 06, 2020

NDP Propose Provincial Medical PPE Stockpile

The Manitoba NDP is demanding that the provincial government maintain an adequate stockpile supply of medical personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.

May 04, 2020

In Memory of Eugene Kostyra

The NDP mourns the loss of Eugene Kostyra, life-long activist, leader and former provincial Finance Minister.

April 30, 2020

Kinew Urges Pallister to Back Off Plan for More Job Cuts

Wab Kinew, Leader of the Official Opposition, called on the Pallister Conservatives to reverse their plans to force thousands of layoffs and wage cuts while beginning to re-open the economy.

April 28, 2020

NDP Call For Supports for Municipalities

Manitoba NDP Critic for Municipal Relations, Matt Wiebe, is urging the Pallister government to provide more funding and relaxed rules for municipalities during the COVID-19 pandemic in order to maintain services for families and protections for workers.

April 28, 2020

NDP Call For Crown Rent Relief for Beef Producers, Support for Livestock Industry

Today the Manitoba NDP called for financial relief for beef producers and urged the Pallister Government to reverse crown rent increases of 100% or more. The NDP also called for urgent action for the livestock industry that is facing a one-two punch: a major decline in demand in restaurants and...

April 27, 2020

Pallister Cuts More Than 4,600 Jobs In One Month During Pandemic

Wab Kinew, Leader of the Official Opposition, called on the Premier to immediately recall the Legislature so questions can be answered about the more than 4,600 jobs cut since the start of April and the Premier’s plans for further job cuts and salary reductions.