Tweed announces Government of Canada support for Lieutenant Governor’s Winter Festival in Brandon

January 27, 2012

Brandon, Manitoba – January 27, 2012 – Merv Tweed, Member of Parliament for Brandon-Souris on behalf of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney today announced support for the Lieutenant Governor’s Winter Festival taking place throughout Brandon from February 2-4. “The Lieutenant Governor’s Winter Festival has become an event that brings excitement to the entire ...


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MP Tweed welcomes Dr. Kellie Leitch, Parliamentary Secretary, to meetings with community leaders in Brandon-Souris to discuss jobs and economic growth

January 24, 2012

Brandon, Manitoba  – January 24, 2012 - Dr. Kellie Leitch, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, today on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, is holding discussions with local business, academic and community leaders.  She is seeking advice on how best to ensure that Canada’s economy continues to produce jobs and ...


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Governments of Canada and Manitoba Celebrate 34 New Affordable Housing Units for Seniors in Brandon

January 20, 2012

Brandon, Manitoba - January 20, 2012 – The Governments of Canada and Manitoba today announced $2.03 million in joint funding for a new affordable co-op housing development. The 34 units will enhance housing quality and accessibility for seniors in Brandon. Celebrations took place at a groundbreaking ceremony.  The announcement was made by Merv Tweed, Member of Parliament ...


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Tweed praises South Korea Market Access Announcement by Minister Ritz

January 20, 2012

Brandon Manitoba – January 20, 2012 – Merv Tweed, MP for Brandon-Souris praises the tremendous news for Canadian cattle producers and processors that was announced today by Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz and International Trade Minister Ed Fast. Starting today, Canadian beef under 30 months of age can re-enter the South Korean market. “For the first ...


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Tweed announces Government of Canada’s Investment in Michif Language Classes

January 9, 2012

BRANDON, Manitoba, January 9, 2012 – Six communities from the southwest region of Manitoba will have the opportunity to increase their knowledge and use of the Michif language, thanks to support from the Government of Canada. Funding was announced today by Merv Tweed, Member of Parliament (Brandon–Souris), on behalf of the Honourable James Moore, Minister of Canadian ...


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