A strong educational system will provide all children with a quality education to ensure their development into productive and fulfilled citizens. Through business-education partnerships, increased technology usage and a concentration on learning skills, the elementary and secondary systems will support the demands of the workforce. The post-secondary education system should be accessible, affordable and retain a balance between skill development and acquiring knowledge. Committed and skilled young people are key to Manitoba s future. It is important to ensure that Manitoba s youth, including those of Aboriginal decent, obtain the right skills, knowledge and attitude to make a positive contribution to society.
Healthy communities are key to Manitoba s future.
They establish a sense of trust and stability and improve the quality of life for residents which, in turn, supports economic development. Empowering residents, forming community networks, building capacity among communities to take responsibility for their future and identifying common goals are critical to building healthy communities. Developing a networked society is key to Manitoba s future. An integrated and proactive health care system is key to Manitoba s future. A challenge for Manitoba will be the maintenance of a first-class health cars system as the population ages.