Help Shape Manitoba's Poverty Reduction Strategy
Official title: Poverty Reduction Strategy Consultation
Manitoba is updating its poverty reduction strategy and wants to hear from you. The province is required by law to review this plan every five years. They're looking for ideas on how to better support vulnerable Manitobans and increase social inclusion.
Why This Matters
Know someone struggling to make ends meet? This strategy affects how Manitoba supports its most vulnerable residents. Whether it's access to housing, food security, or social services, the decisions made here could change lives in your community.
What Could Change
Manitoba's poverty reduction programs and funding priorities could shift based on this feedback. New supports for vulnerable groups like children, seniors, and people with disabilities may be introduced. The strategy will guide provincial policy for the next five years.
Key Issues
- How can Manitoba better support its most vulnerable residents?
- What approaches would increase social inclusion in Manitoba?
- What are the needs of demographic groups dependent on family or community care?
How to Participate
- Complete the anonymous survey to share your views on poverty reduction. It takes about 10-15 minutes.
- Share your ideas on how to reduce poverty in Manitoba.
- Mail your written feedback to Poverty Reduction Strategy, 267-114 Garry Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3C 4V4, or email lspb@gov.mb.ca.
What Happened
The consultation has concluded and a 'What We Heard' report has been published summarizing the feedback received.