Manitoba unveils $1.5M Downtown Safety Initiative for Winnipeg
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The Manitoba government announced a nearly $1.5 million initiative to enhance public safety in downtown Winnipeg, premier Wab Kinew announced on Tuesday.
The Manitoba government announced a nearly $1.5 million initiative to enhance public safety in downtown Winnipeg, Premier Wab Kinew announced on Tuesday.
“Our team is listening to people and businesses who’ve shared their ideas on how to make Winnipeg’s downtown safer and what approaches they feel are working,” said Kinew.
“This action plan would not be possible without the work of our partners at the city and the groups on the ground who work to make our communities safer. When we work together, we can help ensure Winnipeg’s downtown is a place for everyone to enjoy.”
Manitoba is allocating the money this year and next year to support a comprehensive action plan with key initiatives including:
“N’Dinawemak is excited to continue to work with the Manitoba government to deliver services that directly respond to the needs of our relatives,” said Frank Parkes, executive director, N’Dinawemak.
“Today’s announcement to continue to invest in much needed additional health and mental health resources and supports at N’dinawemak will undoubtably improve relative care and wellbeing at the shelter. We look forward to working with the province in the delivery and facilitation of these additional supports.”
In addition, the Downtown Community Safety Partnership, has introduced a new integrated system with the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) that allows the two organizations to co-ordinate calls through shared radio systems and computer-aided dispatch.
“Ensuring downtown is a safe place for everyone demands the commitment of all levels of government and community partners working together,” said Mayor Scott Gillingham, City of Winnipeg.
