Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with Manitoba Premier Heather Stefanson to offer his congratulations on her successful leadership bid and for being sworn in as Premier, becoming the first woman in the province’s history to hold this office.
The Prime Minister and Premier spoke about the importance of working together to ensure a strong economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and make progress on shared priorities, including health care, reconciliation, immigration, and infrastructure investments.
The two leaders underlined the need to alleviate pressures in the health care system and work hand in hand with Indigenous groups to advance reconciliation efforts. They also emphasized the critical role of immigration in addressing labour market shortages, and committed to collaborate to accelerate infrastructure projects across the province.
The Prime Minister and Premier reiterated their commitment to a strong relationship between both governments. They looked forward to working together for the benefit of Manitobans and all Canadians.
SOURCE Office of the PMO
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