Connecting with constituents

Fort Whyte

I hope you’ve had a good summer and are ready to embrace the colder months as we roll out of late fall and into winter. The past season was busy, filled with summer fairs, carnivals, and the many pavilions of Folklorama that brought culture, food, and music to Fort Whyte.

This summer, many community efforts came to fruition, such as the opening of a new dog park in Whyte Ridge. Just a block away from the Whyte Ridge Community Centre, the addition of a dog park in the area makes getting safe off-leash time much more accessible for our four-legged constituents.

Another community staple, the Linden Woods Community Centre hosted the annual Linden Woods Fall Classic, a five- and 10-kilometre race through the park and streets of the Linden Woods community. The participants of the race proved their resilience as, after weeks of sunny days, the weather for race day turned to chilly rain. Nevertheless, the neighbourhood stuck to it, with more than 100 runners participating.

Another exciting event in the constituency was the opening of the newly constructed gazebo at Lindenwood Estates. I was honoured to join residents of the Estates gathered in the Lindenwood Villa common room for a brief reception, featuring greetings from myself and city councillor John Orlikow (River Heights–Fort Garry) before stepping out for a ceremonial ribbon cutting and a picnic in the backyard, including congratulatory cakes. It was an excellent opportunity to sit with some of the older adults in our community and discuss what’s important to them.

Connecting with constituents is the best part about being an MLA. Whether it’s attending community events, meeting with local organizations, or simply listening to your concerns and ideas, I will always be accessible and responsive to the needs of everyone in Fort Whyte. I am honoured to represent our community in the Manitoba Legislative Assembly.

I look forward to continuing our work together to build a stronger, more inclusive, and prosperous city, province, and Fort Whyte. I look forward to connecting with you soon and keeping you up to date. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions. You can reach me at obby@obbykhan.ca or at 204-691-0720.