The Government of Manitoba released its provincial budget in April 2024. KAP was involved in budget consultations and provided comments to the Minister of Finance regarding the upcoming budget. We …

The Winnipeg Metropolitan Region has drafted a long-term regional plan. This is an influential plan which will guide the development of Winnipeg and surrounding areas for years to come. KAP …

The Government of Manitoba announced and presented the Fuel Tax Amendment Act in November 2023. These amendments would temporarily reduce the tax levied on gasoline, diesel and natural gas for motor …

In the past several years the agricultural crown lands leasing program has gone through a number of changes. The ag crown land leasing program is a key pillar in the …

Shortline railways are an important part of Manitoba’s transportation system. Operating and maintaining railways is extremely capital intensive. There exist limited public funds available geared towards shortlines. KAP brought up …

Manitoba farmers continue to bear a large burden with the education property tax. Farms continue to grow in acres and property values continue to rise. This translates into higher property …

Farmers rely on an effective and efficient road network to market their commodities. In Manitoba there exists thousands of kilometers of highways consisting of various allowable maximum vehicle weights. The …

The Department of Agriculture is responsible for administering the Animal Care Act. This piece of regulation sets standards on acceptable care practices for animals in Manitoba. Bill 31 was introduced …

The Department of Agriculture is responsible for administering the Animal Care Regulation. This piece of regulation sets standards on acceptable care practices for animals in Manitoba. The proposed amendments remove …

Manitoba farmers live in rural areas and may be located a significant distance from the nearest police station. In areas of the province crime has been increasing which has been …