Fixing Healthcare’s Staff Shortages

With spring officially in season and summer not too far away, I am eagerly anticipating the warm weather and sunny days that are just around the corner. With that being said, I am also looking forward to all of the fun local festivals and events that come along with the nicer weather, the first one being the Lorette Family Fun Days from June 2nd-4th. I am excited to attend these local events over the coming weeks and months, participate in the festivities, chat with constituents, and take part in the community fun.

On April 12, I hosted another one of my regular Coffee With Bob events. This time it was held at the Dawson Trail Motor Inn in Lorette. It was nice to chat with constituents and just be out and about in the community. I look forward to hosting my next Coffee With Bob soon.

I’d like to take the time to highlight some important initiatives that the Manitoba government is implementing to help heal healthcare.

Healthcare staffing shortages are an issue faced by governments around the world. That’s why PC MLAs support the $200 million dollar health human resources action plan, which will bring in 2,000 more healthcare professionals to Manitoba.

We are investing in rural healthcare infrastructure, and expanding the services Manitobans rely on.

Unlike the NDP, who permanently closed 16 rural ERs last time they were in government, our PC gov- ernment is ensuring healthcare will be there when you need it.

We know healthcare can’t be fixed overnight, but our team has a plan to get the job done and heal the healthcare system.

For more updates and information, visit my website at boblagasse. com. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact my constituency office at ca.lagasse@ outlook.com or 204-807-4663.

Bob Lagassé, MLA for Dawson Trail