Manitoba Ombudsman

Manitoba Ombudsman and the Manitoba Advocate for Children and Youth open a shared office in Thompson
Apr 15, 2019
Acting Ombudsman Marc Cormier is pleased to announce the opening of a shared office in Thompson with the Manitoba Advocate for Children and Youth. The office is part of a two-year pilot project to more effectively connect people in Thompson and the north with the ombudsman’s and advocate’s services.
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Manitoba Ombudsman and the Manitoba Advocate release independent investigation reports into the youth justice system
Feb 21, 2019
Manitoba Ombudsman and the Manitoba Advocate for Children and Youth conducted a joint investigation into the use of pepper spray and segregation in youth correctional facilities, with each office examining the issues from the perspectives of their distinct mandates.
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Manitoba Ombudsman releases investigation report on the City of Winnipeg’s Handi-Transit service
Jan 8, 2019
Manitoba Ombudsman has released its investigation report on the City of Winnipeg’s Handi-Transit service, now called Transit Plus. The service provides transportation for approximately 7,500 clients who are unable to use the fixed-route transit system because they are legally blind or have a physical disability that significantly impairs their mobility.
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