Winnipeg – Terry Duguid, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South, and James Teitsma, Minister of Consumer Protection and Government Services, announced a joint investment of more than $13.1 million to upgrade ventilation systems in 32 schools and healthcare facilities across Manitoba.
In Winnipeg, 20 schools and healthcare facilities will see upgrades because of this investment. Health Sciences Centre Winnipeg, Manitoba’s provincial tertiary centre for trauma, transplants, burns, neurosciences, complex cancer care and pediatric care, will see upgrades to portions of the building’s Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) control systems and replace portions of the facility’s existing HVAC system. The investment will also allow for replacement of equipment used to manage the facility’s ability to maintain appropriate temperature conditions through all seasons.
At the Saul & Claribel Simkin Centre, a not-for-profit, government-funded facility that honours Jewish values and traditions while welcoming seniors of all backgrounds, this investment will enable the replacement of the kitchen condensing unit – creating a more comfortable environment for residents and staff alike.
Further, through this investment, the Addictions Foundation of Manitoba’s Brandon location, which provides Manitobans with a range of services and supports relating to alcohol, substance abuse and problem gambling, will see upgrades to the building’s HVAC system. This will keep the air fresh and healthy for patients and staff.
By investing in infrastructure, the governments of Canada and Manitoba are growing our country’s economy, building resilient communities, and improving the lives of Manitobans and all Canadians.
“Proper ventilation, heating and cooling are essential to the health and well being of our communities, which is why our government is proud to support these projects. These investments in schools, health facilities, treatment facilities, and emergency services buildings across Manitoba will be able to meet the standard for air quality and ensure environmental temperatures are met.” – Terry Duguid, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South, on behalf of Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities