Manitoba Politics and Government

Manitoba Politics and Government
Author: Paul G. Thomas
Publisher:
Total Pages: 470
Release: 2010
Genre: History
ISBN:

Manitoba Politics and Government brings together the work of political scientists, historians, sociologists, economists, public servants, and journalists to present a comprehensive analysis of the province's political life and its "mutual fund model" approach to economic and social policy that mirrors the nature of its citizens.

We’re Going to Run This City

We’re Going to Run This City
Author: Stefan Epp-Koop
Publisher: Univ. of Manitoba Press
Total Pages: 296
Release: 2015-09-11
Genre: History
ISBN: 0887554733

Stefan Epp-Koop’s "We’re Going to Run This City: Winnipeg’s Political Left After the General Strike" explores the dynamic political movement that came out of the largest labour protest in Canadian history and the ramifications for Winnipeg throughout the 1920s and 1930s. Few have studied the political Left at the municipal level—even though it is at this grassroots level that many people participate in political activity. Winnipeg was a deeply divided city. On one side, the conservative political descendants of the General Strike’s Citizen’s Committee of 1000 advocated for minimal government and low taxes. On the other side were the Independent Labour Party and the Communist Party of Canada, two parties rooted in the city’s working class, though often in conflict with each other. The political strength of the Left would ebb and flow throughout the 1920s and 1930s but peaked in the mid-1930s when the ILP’s John Queen became mayor and the two parties on the Left combined to hold a majority of council seats. Astonishingly, Winnipeg was governed by a mayor who had served jail time for his role in the General Strike.

Politics in Manitoba

Politics in Manitoba
Author: Christopher Adams
Publisher: Univ. of Manitoba Press
Total Pages: 258
Release: 2008
Genre: History
ISBN:

Politics in Manitoba is the first comprehensive review of the Manitoba party system that combines history and contemporary public opinion data to reveal the trends that have shaped the province of Manitoba. The book details the histories of the Progressive Conservatives, the Liberals, and the New Democratic Party from 1870 to 2007.

The Public Servant's Guide to Government in Canada

The Public Servant's Guide to Government in Canada
Author: Alex Marland
Publisher: University of Toronto Press
Total Pages: 129
Release: 2018-12-21
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 148759478X

The Public Servant’s Guide to Government in Canada is a concise primer on the inner workings of government in Canada. This is a go-to resource for students, for early career public servants, and for anyone who wants to know more about how government works. Grounded in experience, the book connects core concepts in political science and public administration to the real-world practice of working in the public service. The authors provide valuable insights into the messy realities of governing and the art of diplomacy, as well as best practices for climbing the career ladder.

Understanding the Manitoba Election 2019

Understanding the Manitoba Election 2019
Author: Royce Koop
Publisher: Univ. of Manitoba Press
Total Pages: 40
Release: 2019-09-26
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 0887558615

To be released on September 26, 2019, two weeks after the election, this open-access publication will provide early analysis and insights into the decision that Manitoba voters have made. Published in association with the University of Manitoba’s Duff Roblin Chair in Government.

Dictionary of Manitoba Biography

Dictionary of Manitoba Biography
Author: J.M. Bumsted
Publisher: Univ. of Manitoba Press
Total Pages: 288
Release: 1999-12-10
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 0887553184

Manitoba has been at the crossroads of many of the important debates and events in Canadian history. From the early fur trade to the Riel Rebellion to the Winnipeg General Strike, Manitobans have frequently played crucial roles in Canadian and sometimes world history. Until now, there has been no comprehensive, contemporary source for information on the many Manitobans who have left their mark on history and society. Dictionary of Manitoba Biography fills this gap, with biographical sketches of over 1700 Manitobans who have made an impact in politics, the arts, sports, commerce, agriculture, and society. It is an invaluable resource for scholars, students, and general readers interested in Canadian history. Particular emphasis has been placed on reflecting Manitoba's ethnic and social diversity, and on including men and women who were notable in their own day but have now been forgotten. Many entries also refer the reader to additional references for further reading. More than a reference book, Dictionary of Manitoba Biography is also a fascinating work of history in its own right, which presents the full and colourful scope of over 300 years of people in Manitoba history and social life, from premiers and mayors to nightclub owners and sports heroes.

Geographical Names of Manitoba

Geographical Names of Manitoba
Author: Manitoba. Manitoba Conservation
Publisher:
Total Pages: 348
Release: 2000
Genre: History
ISBN:

This volume contains approximately twelve thousand entries with information on the history & origin of Manitoba geographical names, for both populated areas and natural features. Entries include a National Topographic System map reference to indicate the approximate location.

Retiring the Crow Rate

Retiring the Crow Rate
Author: Arthur Kroeger
Publisher:
Total Pages: 282
Release: 2009
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN:

Retiring the Crow Rate is an exacting study in the process of changing an entrenched public policy that many in the West saw as their birthright. It is also a rewarding work of memoir and a tribute to Jean-Luc Pepin's prowess as an engaging politician. Arthur Kroeger's deft narration of the events which led to the end of the "The Crow" in the early 1980s also reveals his character as an exemplary public servant.