Inquiry Completes Report on Winnipeg Police HQ Construction
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What happened
A provincial public inquiry into the construction of Winnipeg's police headquarters has submitted its final report to the province. The $2.3-million inquiry examined the city's $214-million purchase and renovation of the former Canada Post warehouse and office tower complex. The report is not expected to be made public until late October.
From cbc.ca
Why it matters
The inquiry reviewed a project that was completed two years late and $79 million over its city council-approved budget. The City of Winnipeg also launched civil lawsuits related to the project.
From cbc.ca
Who's involved
- Canada PostThe former Canada Post warehouse was repurposed for the police headquarters.
- WinnipegThe city conducted the purchase and renovation of the former Canada Post property.
- Winnipeg Police ServiceThe Winnipeg Police Service operates within the jurisdiction of Winnipeg.
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The entities involved
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Canada Post
postal operator in Canada
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Winnipeg
capital and largest city of the province of Manitoba, Canada
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- Wab Kinew and Scott Gillingham publicly supported police decisions made in Winnipeg.
- Elections Alberta is utilizing Canada Post for mailing services.
- Pearson gained management experience at Canada Post while managing a large operation in Vancouver, with Sooke also mentioned.
- Canada Post is currently serving households in both Calgary and Edmonton, while Joël Lightbound has called for measures to stabilize the company.
- Police services operate in Winnipeg, while Michael Weinrath holds the title of professor emeritus at the University of Manitoba.