Government of Canada Invests in Projects to Support Canadian Seniors

May 16, 2013

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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Merv Tweed Recognizes National Mining Week

May 16, 2013

 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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MP Tweed announces funding for Hartney

May 14, 2013

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 announces $272,349 in funding for Canada Summer Jobs 2013 Program in Brandon-Souris

May 9, 2013

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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Canada’s Economic Action Plan 2013

May 8, 2013

May 6, 2013 – Mr. Speaker, it is a pleasure for me to put some comments on the record in regard to today’s topic. It is important that we all recognize that this is about the future of Canada, the future of young people in our communities, and the opportunity to create the growth and ...


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