2022 Winnipeg Election Results

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Markus Chambers

Candidate in the St. Norbert - Seine River Councillor Candidates race.

Markus can be reached on social media, or at [email protected].

Their response to our candidate questionnaire can be read below.

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Questionnaire Response

Markus Chambers - St. Norbert - Seine River

What got you into politics?

Winnipeg is a progressive, dynamic and diverse city, my foray into politics seeks to preserve all things good about our city, mitigate the negative and move us towards the potential this city has.  Winnipeg’s greatest strength is the resiliency of its people.  Working in collaboration with communities and stakeholders will provide opportunities for us to flourish as a city while being able to assist our most vulnerable.

What experience will you bring to compliment your role as (Mayor / Councillor / School Trustee)?

My 30 years working for the provincial government at various levels, plus my previous four years as a city council will position me to continue leading my ward and our city in a positive direction.  I am a collaborator and execute plans quickly and as efficiently as possible.  My ability to team build means all voices around the council table will be consulted and views considered as we make the best choices for our city.

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?

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion as well as better value for dollar (transparency and accountability of council as well as our public service) will be my main focus in the second term of service.

Do you have any other comments regarding your candidacy?

I am acclaimed so I know I will be able to implement my vision in support of the growth of our city.

News that mentions Markus Chambers

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Mayor shakes up Winnipeg Police Board

January 26, 2023

CBC Manitoba - ...a former Progressive Conservative MLA who works for Stars Ambulance, becomes vice-chair in place of Scharfstein. St. Norbert-Seine River Coun. Markus Chambers remains as chair. Gillingham and Aboriginal Council of WInnipeg president Damon Johnston also remain on the board. The province appoints two people...

Jours fériés : les employés de la Ville de Winnipeg pourraient bientôt avoir plus de choix

January 25, 2023

Ici Radio Canada / CBC Francais - ...d’une forme de discrimination culturelle . Le maire de Winnipeg, Scott Gillingham, et le président du comité des droits de la personne, Markus Chambers, déclarent qu’ils appuieront cette motion. Les jours fériés, les jours d’observation et les célébrations qui sont importants pour les...

City ponders letting employees pick own stat holidays to reflect culture

January 24, 2023

Winnipeg Free Press - ...we celebrate and they are important to people in their religious expression or their cultural expression.” –Winnipeg Mayor, Scott Gillingham Markus Chambers, the chairman of council’s human rights committee, said he also supports the initial motion for more flexible stat days but further study is...

Winnipeg poised to ask province to allow workers to switch up statutory holidays

January 24, 2023

CBC Manitoba - ...moves to executive policy committee and then council as a whole in February. Both Winnipeg Mayor Scott Gillingham and human rights committee chair Markus Chambers (St. Norbert-Seine River) said they will support the motion. Dr. Rehman Abdulrehman, a clinical psychologist who specializes in cross-cultural...

Police chief asks for $1.8M to hire more 911 staff

January 24, 2023

Winnipeg Free Press - ...board, but the source of the money has not been decided. The upcoming draft city budget will be published next month. Police board chairman Coun. Markus Chambers told reporters the board has discussed the matter, but it’s part of the ongoing budget process. Asked whether the police service should find the...

Winnipeg Police Chief floats solution to ensure 911 calls are answered faster

January 24, 2023

CTV - ...million for 18 new positions. “It’s enough of a concern that I’m asking for additional resources,” said Smyth. Winnipeg Police Board Chair Markus Chambers says the matter will be on the table as part of the budget process. The city budget is expected next month. “We’re looking at the need and how...

Winnipeg police chief seeks $1.8M to hire more 911 operators, dispatchers

January 24, 2023

CBC Manitoba - ...this year alone, he explained. Informally, city council's executive policy committee has already approved the additional funding, said Coun. Markus Chambers (St. Norbert-Seine River), who chairs the Winnipeg Police Board. But it's not clear yet where the money will come from. City council finance chair...

Keep it simple, city – Winnipeg Free Press

January 13, 2023

Winnipeg Free Press - ...so many bylaws and (there were) so many questions… It’s complicated for me and I’m working in this realm every day,” she said. Coun. Markus Chambers echoed the sentiment that using plain language is becoming increasingly important because Winnipeg’s population growth primarily comes from...

Itinérance, femmes autochtones assassinées, sécurité : les défis du maire de Winnipeg

December 29, 2022

Ici Radio Canada / CBC Francais - ...venir , a déclaré Scott Gillingham lors d'un entretien de fin d'année à la mi-décembre. Selon le président du Conseil de police de Winnipeg, Markus Chambers, de tous les problèmes auxquels la Ville est confrontée, l’itinérance est la principale préoccupation . Je pense que c'est devenu une crise,...

Homelessness a priority for Winnipeg mayor, councillors ahead of January planning retreat

December 29, 2022

CBC Manitoba - ...interview in mid-December. Of all the issues facing the city, homelessness is the primary concern, according to St. Norber-Seine River Coun. Markus Chambers. "I think it's become a crisis in the sense that it's contributing to a lot of the other issues that we're seeing, especially in the downtown...