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Government of Canada Invests in Projects to Support Canadian Seniors
May 15, 2013-Brandon, MB-Seniors in Melita will soon have new opportunities to volunteer, mentor younger generations and help raise awareness of elder abuse thanks to funding through the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP). Merv Tweed, Member of Parliament for Brandon-Souris made the announcement today on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources ...
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Government of Canada Invests in Improvements to Melita’s Community Infrastructure
May 16, 2013- Melita, MB – Today, Merv Tweed, Member of Parliament for Brandon—Souris, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced support for the Southwestern Manitoba Regional Library under the Government’s Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund (CIIF). “The library has been providing programs and services for the community ...
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Merv Tweed Recognizes National Mining Week
May 16, 2013-Brandon, MB — Today, Merv Tweed, MP for Brandon-Souris celebrated National Mining Week by recognizing the many contributions that mining makes in Manitoba. “Mining’s economic impact can be felt in every region of Canada — from exploration companies in remote areas, to equipment suppliers in small towns, to the stock exchanges in our ...
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Government of Canada Invests in Projects to Support Canadian Seniors
May 15, 2013-Elkhorn, MB-Seniors in Elkhorn will soon have new opportunities to volunteer, mentor younger generations and help raise awareness of elder abuse thanks to funding through the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP). Merv Tweed, Member of Parliament for Brandon-Souris made the announcement today on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources ...
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MP Tweed announces funding for Hartney
May 14, 2013-Hartney, MB– Merv Tweed, Member of Parliament for Brandon-Souris, Today announced an investment of $50,000 to the community swimming pool reconstruction project in Hartney. As a result of the Government of Canada’s Enabling Accessibility Fund, the Town of Hartney will be able to build accessible washrooms and construct an exterior ramp to the ...
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Tweed Congraluates Brandon and Westman for Landing WestJet Service
May 13, 2013-Brandon, MB– Today, Merv Tweed, Member of Parliament for Brandon—Souris congratulated Brandon and all of Western Manitoba for being selected by WestJet as a destination for its new regional air service. “This announcement today by WestJet is exciting news for all of Westman,” said MP Tweed. “The fact that Brandon was chosen as ...
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Tweed announces $272,349 in funding for Canada Summer Jobs 2013 Program in Brandon-Souris
Brandon, Manitoba May 9, 2013 – Merv Tweed, MP for Brandon-Souris announced the approval of $272,349 that will fund 70 positions in the Canada Summer Jobs 2013 Program for Brandon-Souris. “Our Government’s ongoing commitment to youth skills training and employment is creating opportunities for local students,” said MP Tweed. “Canada Summer Jobs 2013 has created positions ...
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Tweed launches call for proposals to increase opportunities for women in non-traditional roles
May 3, 2013 – Brandon, MB – On behalf of the Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Public Works and Government Services and Minister for Status of Women, Merv Tweed, Member of Parliament for Brandon-Souris, today announced a call for projects to increase opportunities for women in non‑traditional roles, as part of a Call for Proposals to ...
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Government of Canada invests in safety with new funding for grade crossing improvements in Brandon-Souris
May 2, 2013, Brandon, MB — Merv Tweed, Member of Parliament for Brandon-Souris, today announced that the Government of Canada is providing $282,760 in funding to improve safety at two railway crossings in Brandon-Souris. The crossing at Provincial Road 305 near Carberry will receive funding for the addition of gates, LED lights and constant warning ...
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MP Tweed Presents Diamond Jubilee Medal to Darrick Jones
Baldur, MB - April 27, 2013- Merv Tweed, Member of Parliament for Brandon-Souris, was proud to present the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee medal to Darrick Jones. “Mr. Jones is deserving of this recognition for his many contributions to his community and to the sport of Baseball,” said MP Tweed. “It is my honour to present this prestigious ...
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