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Monday July 23, 2018

Tonight was a great night of meeting people from within and outside Winnipeg as I canvassed the downtown area of Fort Rouge/East Fort Garry.

I was able to chat with a fellow who works for Great West Life and who has travelled all around the world. He was walking from Osborne Village and planned to use the concourse to get back to the Fairmont Hotel @fairmontwinnipeg. I shared the plans for the Osborne walking bridge and its location. When asked about Portage and Main he vocalized that he especially appreciated using the underground concourse in the winter time as he only has to be outside for one block in the cold for his walk to work. He also had a few suggestions regarding how to improve the signage and he offered his opinion that the unique shape of the intersection means that it is not set up to be a classic 4 corner pedestrian walking intersection. It was a great conversation and I ended by suggesting that he try Mitzi’s Chicken Finger Restaurant, one of the best family owned downtown restaurants. Shirley and her staff do an amazing job every time.

I was able to speak with a member of the Downtown Biz Enviro-Team. I was extremely impressed with his positive attitude regardless of the challenges he faces in his work. This is a credit to his team and work ethic. The group does an amazing job in all the seasons. @DowntownWinnipegBiz

My next stop was the IdeaMill on the 3rd floor of the Millennium Library on Donald Street. This is an absolutely wonderful public facility. In the past I used to go to the Centennial Library to study for school and to play chess on the 2nd floor. More recently the Library has been a good place for office workers to have their lunches in the wonderful outdoor green space area. The purpose of today’s visit was to recieve a tour of the IdeaMill and to lend my support to these initiatives. I was able to meet with Arron, a helpful member of the planning team, for an extensive tour of the IdeaMill which is very impressive. Winnipeg needs places and ideas like this to help us grown and develop.

Tourism is an important part of downtown Winnipeg. I speak from experience as a past rickshaw operator where I served as an unofficial ambassador and tour guide of our wonderful city. It is important to make people feel welcome, safe and entertained in our downtown. Tonight I was able to speak with a wonderful couple from Moncton, NB. It was lovely to hear their thoughts on downtown. They offered that they thought it might be a good place to move to and of course I agreed and did my best to highlight the reasons why.

I also had the opportunity to listen to a group of Winnipeg Transit drivers. Winnipeg Transit serves an important function for citizens to commute to and from work and to travel with their families within the city. It is made up of an amazing group of people who not only drive the buses but who also act as informal city ambassadors and tour guides. I strongly support this amazing group of people who are helping to transport thousands of people. Having been a past 12 hour and then 10 hour shift worker, I can appreciate the hard work that they do.

Saturday July 21, 2018

Summer time is really for the kids.  A big part of being a parent is finding fun and positive activities for your child to do.  This weekend, my son met up with friends at the Fort Rouge Leisure Center on Osborne Street for Car Town.  For those that are not familiar with Car Town, it’s a program run by the city to give kids a brief overview of the rules of the road and then offers an opportunity to drive battery operated mini cars.  It’s a fun experience for an hour and the kids each receive a Car Town driver’s license.  I appreciate the the instructors’ approach with the kids, both positive and helpful.  If you would like to take your kids or nephews/nieces you can find further information in the leisure guide. You can register online or by calling 311. I whole heartedly support activities like this in our community.   We also recommend having an ice cream at Bridge Drive In (BDI) @BridgeDrivein afterwards….just remember cash only.  Cheers!

Saturday July 21, 2018

Summer time is really for the kids. A big part of being a parent is finding fun and positive activities for your child to do. This weekend, my son met up with friends at the Fort Rouge Leisure Center on Osborne Street for Car Town. For those that are not familiar with Car Town, it’s a program run by the city to give kids a brief overview of the rules of the road and then offers an opportunity to drive battery operated mini cars. It’s a fun experience for an hour and the kids each receive a Car Town driver’s license. I appreciate the instructors’ approach with the kids, both positive and helpful. If you would like to take your kids or nephews/nieces you can find further information in the leisure guide. You can register online or by calling 311. I whole heartedly support activities like this in our community. We also recommend having an ice cream at Bridge Drive In (BDI) @BridgeDrivein afterwards.

Cheers!

I would like to extend a huge thank you for the first campaign contributions! Cheers to Stan M. and Judy Thompson.  Judy is my mother and a long time city employee having retired from the Winnipeg Public Library after 24 years. She has always been there for us and I am very grateful for her support.

Judy and Stan will receive their rebate of 75% in the 2019 summer. For those who are not aware the City of Winnipeg has a rebate program for civic elections. You can receive up to 75% on your donations. Both Stan and Judy donated $100 to the campaign and will receive $75 back, therefore only costing them $25.00. You can see more information on the rebate program on my website – Campaign Contributions

That brings our campaign to $800.00.  Let’s keep those donations coming in.  Your donations will make a huge difference for us to be successful. Thank you.

I recently visited a great gem in our ward this July; the Wildewood Golf Course. Carved out of the Fort Garry Forest, this nine-hole course is an important asset in our area. Unfortunately my day was cut short due to lightning and rain but I look forward to going back in the future!

Community recreation spots and green spaces within our neighborhoods are important to the health and wellness of everyone. I am a strong supporter of city park recreation initiatives in Winnipeg. Municipal golf tournaments on our public courses are not only a great way to bring newcomers into our neighborhoods; but a way to participate together in an activity that leads us towards an active future.

In the rain at Wildwood Golf Course

Golfers walking back in the rain

Wildwood Hole 9

Hole 2 in the rain

Walking back after the course was close due to rain and lightening

Hello and welcome to my website for the 2018 Winnipeg Civic Election.

I believe very much in our community of Winnipeg and in its future potential. I have therefore as of June 30, 2018, registered as a candidate for the diverse ward of Fort Rouge and East Fort Garry. The election is scheduled for October 24, 2018. You can vote on that day or in advance polls prior to the election day.

The past 5 years have seen an amazing amount of growth and change within Winnipeg and throughout the world. We have many advantages and infrastructures that give us a great jumping off point for business, community and culture. We need to continue to properly leverage our resources to the advantage of all sectors.

With your support I will ensure that Winnipeg continues to be a progressive city now and moving forward. I am looking forward to speaking with constituents within the Fort Rouge and East Fort Garry to help identify the issues and concerns that matter most within the riding and our city.

If you would like to speak with or get in contact with me, please feel free to reach out by phone at 204-272-9555 or by email at VoteMichaelt@shaw.ca.

I welcome the chance to listen and to find out more about the issues that are important to you.

Thank you,

Michael Thompson

Hello and welcome to my website for the 2022 Winnipeg Civic Election.

I believe very much in our community of Winnipeg and in its future potential. I have therefore as of September 20th, 2022, registered as a candidate for the diverse ward of Fort Rouge and East Fort Garry. The election is scheduled for October 26th, 2022. You can vote on that day or in advance polls as of Oct 3rd prior to the election day.

The past 5 years have seen an amazing amount of growth and change within Winnipeg and throughout the world. We have many advantages and infrastructures that give us a great jumping off point for business, community and culture. We need to continue to properly leverage our resources to the advantage of all sectors.

With your support I will ensure that Winnipeg continues to be a progressive city now and moving forward. I am looking forward to speaking with constituents within the Fort Rouge and East Fort Garry to help identify the issues and concerns that matter most within the riding and our city.

If you would like to speak with or get in contact with me, please feel free to reach out by phone at 204-272-9555 or by email at VoteMichaelt@shaw.ca.

I welcome the chance to listen and to find out more about the issues that are important to you.

Thank you,

Michael Thompson