Bill 64 proposed sweeping changes that would dissolve English-language school boards and centralize decision-making with government, relying heavily on parents and guardians to volunteer their time instead of paid trustees. 0:40Goertzen says "many good things" arose out of the K-12 review that formed the basis of Bill 64, but he acknowledged the legislation was at odds with the review. A lawn sign seen in Winnipeg on July 24 voices opposition to Manitoba's Bill 64, the Education Modernization Act. (Darin Morash/CBC)In addition to Bill 64, four other government bills delayed by the NDP will not move forward. In his first few hours as premier, Goertzen spoke with Grand Chief Arlen Dumas with the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs, Association of Manitoba Municipalities president Kam Blight, Manitoba NDP Leader Wab Kinew and Winnipeg Mayor Brian Bowman.

Source: CBC News September 01, 2021 18:01 UTC