2022 Winnipeg Election Results
Janice Lukes
Candidate in the Waverley West Councillor Candidates race.
Janice can be reached on social media, or at [email protected].
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Questionnaire Response
Janice Lukes - Waverley West
What got you into politics?
long story. I grew up in the country, at a time where so many people volunteered at the local hall or at school, or in 4-H clubs. My mom was the most amazing volunteer. I credit much of my desire to give back – to her.
Later in life, when I found out I was having triplet boys, I started looking at my neighbourhood through ‘a mother’s eyes’ and saw many deficiencies. no pathways, few playstructures, no spray pad – etc. I started working with many volunteer groups to see if other’s wanted to improve our neighbourhood. I joined far too many committees to learn more about the neighbourhoods.
I became certified in fund development, and started raising money for groups, for active & safe routes to school, for school playground improvements, for city wide cycling & walking pathways, for many projects at the St Norbert Farmers Market, for history and heritage projects, and for bio-retention systems. I worked with levels of government to secure funding for many projects, and through this work, I was encouraged by other elected officials – to run for City Councillor in the St Norbert – South Winnipeg ward. So I did.
What experience will you bring to compliment your role as (Mayor / Councillor / School Trustee)?
I will bring over 20 years of community work to draw on as Councillor, eight of those years as a Councillor. The role of Councillor is one that is most connected to the people and neighbourhoods.
I have travelled to many countries throughout the world and would never have imagined that I am now working with residents – from Indonesia, India, Nepal, Vietnam and so many more countries that I visited. Its an incredible connection to have with residents. Waverley West ward is one of the most multi cultural and diverse areas of Winnipeg – I want to bring continued awareness to the richness of our community, and to celebrate the freedom and life we have here in Winnipeg.
What are some issues that you would like to stand for in your role as (Mayor / Councillor / School Trustee), and why are these issues important to you?
Do you have any other comments regarding your candidacy?
I’ve been a Councillor for two terms (eight years) serving the residents of south Winnipeg. It is an incredible honour to work with so many amazing individuals to make our community safer and stronger, and to continue improving our quality of life here in Winnipeg.
News that mentions Janice Lukes
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Consultant delivers dozens of ideas for areas inside 11 city-owned golf properties
March 31, 2023
Winnipeg Free Press - ...plan,” the report notes. It adds that cost estimates and consultations would also need to be completed before any changes are made. Coun. Janice Lukes stressed none of the ideas are “set in stone,” with the report basically offering a “baseline” of options that council can pursue if it...
‘Nature of the beast’: Calls grow to address icy Winnipeg sidewalks – Winnipeg
March 30, 2023
Global News - ...to stay at home for the winter. Story continues below advertisement The city’s snow-clearing policy is based on a system, according to Coun. Janice Lukes. The more foot traffic in an area, the higher priority it has in getting cleared. Lukes said there is only so much the city can do. She said a...
Council votes yes on police HQ lawsuits settlement
March 23, 2023
Winnipeg Free Press - ...John Orlikow, Vivian Santos and Jason Schreyer voted in favour of the inquiry; Gillingham joined Couns. Jeff Browaty, Markus Chambers, Shawn Dobson, Janice Lukes, Brian Mayes, Sherri Rollins and Devi Sharma to oppose it. Gillingham said he didn’t support that vote because the scope of the proposed inquiry...
City’s 311 wait times remain high, but heading in ‘positive direction’
March 21, 2023
Winnipeg Free Press - ...minutes and 22 seconds, just shy of the 11:42 average the previous year. That compares to much lower waits of 5:27 in 2020 and 2:56 in 2019. Coun. Janice Lukes, who has called for customer service improvements for years, said the issue warrants immediate attention. “311 is essentially the frontline....
No money for new bus shelters, Winnipeg Transit officials tell committee
March 16, 2023
CBC Manitoba - ...in shelters. 'Service is terrible' Some areas of Winnipeg, especially newer parts of the city, have a lack of shelters, said Waverley West Coun. Janice Lukes. City rules don't require developers to include transit infrastructure like shelters, which leaves many riders in those areas out in the open while...
Final vote to rename Bishop Grandin Boulevard on horizon
March 13, 2023
Winnipeg Free Press - ...all the children, survivors that came before us, the children that never made it home.” Couns. Sherri Rollins, Brian Mayes, John Orlikow and Janice Lukes joined the mayor to vote in favour of the changes. However, one member rejected the idea, expressing concern renaming a busy boulevard could create...
‘We need to send that strong message’: EPC votes down Tartan Towing settlement agreement
March 13, 2023
CTV - ...the risks of going to court, including potential legal costs, plus the city wants to maintain a working relationship with Tartan. Last week Coun. Janice Lukes (Waverley West), a member of the mayor’s Executive Policy Committee (EPC), questioned why the city is not asking for the full amount. Now,...
Mayor’s inner circle yanks proposed settlement with company that charged for nonexistent tows
March 13, 2023
CBC Manitoba - ...to pay back $446,000 over the next two years. When a recommendation to adopt that settlement came forward to city council, Waverley West Coun. Janice Lukes denounced the plan. Several of her colleagues followed suit. Lukes asked Winnipeg chief administrative officer Michael Jack why the city would want...
Councillors open to going to court after Winnipeg billed $1.1M for tows that never happened
March 13, 2023
CTV - ...recouping less than half of the $1.1 million to avoid court and legal costs, and to maintain a working relationship with Tartan. Last week, Coun. Janice Lukes, a member of the mayor’s executive policy committee (EPC), questioned why the city is not going after the full amount. EPC is set to vote on the...
Winnipeg’s public works committee weighs study on $1 transit fare, funding for active transportation
March 3, 2023
CBC Manitoba - ...1505, which represents Winnipeg Transit drivers, told the committee reducing fares could cut down on conflicts with passengers. But committee chair Janice Lukes questioned whether Winnipeg Transit can afford that, considering it's already facing a budget shortfall of $54 million in 2022. "It might not be...