Manitoba’s NDP government caught in fiscal squeeze during first year
Manitoba’s NDP government, approaching the first anniversary of its election victory, is facing a fiscal squeeze as it tries to fulfil promises to cut living costs, give more money to public sector workers and eliminate chronic deficits.
As Manitoba’s NDP government nears the first anniversary of its election win, it is grappling with financial pressures while working to meet its commitments to reduce living expenses, increase funding for public sector employees, and address longstanding deficits.
Premier Wab Kinew has indicated that some fiscal restraint will be necessary.
