May 20, 2024 | Treaty 1 and Dakota Territory, Homeland of the Red River Métis, Winnipeg - Today, Carla Compton was elected as the next MLA for Tuxedo. The election is a historic win — the first time the NDP has won the seat since its creation, and the first time since 1971 that a governing party in Manitoba has flipped a seat in a byelection.

“Today’s win proves that the PCs can no longer take any constituency for granted,” said NDP leader Wab Kinew. “Families across the province are united behind our positive vision for one Manitoba. For Tuxedo, Carla will be a strong voice in our government as we rebuild health care and make life more affordable.”

Prior to being elected, Compton worked as a hemodialysis nurse for over 18 years. She will bring her experience on the front lines to work alongside Wab Kinew and the NDP team to rebuild health care.

“After 40 years of PCs, I’m honoured to have been elected as the first-ever NDP MLA for Tuxedo,” said Compton. “As a nurse, I have watched PCs cuts to health care hurt my patients and drive my colleagues out of the system. Together with Wab Kinew, we will work to rebuild health care and make life better for Manitoba families.”

The NDP has committed to rebuilding health care by investing in 1,000 new health care workers, opening new neighbourhood clinics, and reopening the Victoria ER.

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March 18, 2025 | Treaty 1 and Dakota Territory, Homeland of the Red River Métis, Winnipeg -

Treaty 1 and Dakota Territory, Homeland of the Red River Metis, Winnipeg MB – Tonight, NDP Leader Wab Kinew welcomed Shannon Corbett as the newly elected MLA for Transcona.

“Shannon is going to be an incredible MLA. An educator, a volunteer, Transcona born and bred,” said Kinew. “She’s going to embody that blue collar work ethic that makes this community so special. Together we’re going to bring more seniors care and a new school to Transcona families.”

“This has been an incredible experience and I’m so honoured to join the team that is making a real difference in the lives of Transconians and Manitobans,” said Corbett. “I’m proud to pick up the torch lit by our former MLA and my friend Nello Altomare. I can’t wait to get to work on behalf of the families of Transcona.”

Voters in Transcona voted overwhelmingly for Shannon Corbett and the NDP, and their plan to bring more seniors care and a new school to the community.

July 24, 2025 | Treaty 1 and Treaty 2, Spruce Woods, MB – Today, the Manitoba NDP announced Ray Berthelette as their candidate in the Spruce Woods byelection. A former correctional officer and lifelong Westman advocate,  Ray is stepping up to give rural families a strong voice.

“I care about this community and I want the best for families here,” said Berthelette. “Wab Kinew and his  team are listening to rural Manitoba and Brandon. They understand the challenges we face and they’re investing in a brighter future for us — like more doctors, better roads, safer communities and a lower cost of living. The PCs took the people of Spruce Woods’ votes for granted and used it to make cuts to our hospitals, our schools and our roads. This time, vote for a seat at the decision makers’ table and have your voice heard.”

Born and raised in rural Manitoba, Ray has seen the damage done to his community under PC cuts — fewer doctors in the region, shuttered emergency rooms, roads in disrepair and deep cuts to rural classroom. Alongside Wab Kinew, he’s ready to staff up health care, invest in Highway 2, build a new Prairie Innovation Centre to create good jobs and keep costs low for families. Whether it’s improving access to health care, repairing roads and infrastructure, or supporting young people who want to stay and build their lives here, Ray is ready to get to work.

“Ray has deep roots in this community and a strong track record of leadership. He’s exactly the kind of voice Spruce Woods needs a voice that understands the value of hard work, local priorities, and rural pride,” said NDP leader Wab Kinew.

With Ray on the ballot, the Manitoba NDP is focused on showing up for rural Manitobans, not with slogans, but with solutions.

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