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Former members of Manitoba legislature received more than $400K in severance

Summary

Former Manitoba politicians who have retired or were defeated in the 2023 election received more than $400,000 in severance and transition payments in the 2024-25 fiscal year. A report from the legislative assembly says the top recipient was former premier Heather Stefanson, who resigned her legislature seat in the spring of last year and received $96,000. Politicians who quit or lose their seats are entitled to severance or transition payments under a formula set in provincial law.

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Global News

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Former members of Manitoba legislature received more than $400K in severance - Winnipeg

A report says the top recipient was former premier Heather Stefanson, who resigned her legislature seat in the spring of last year and received $96,000.

10 days ago·Toronto, Canada

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Manitoba politicians paid $400K in severance on way out of provincial politics last year

Former Manitoba politicians who have retired or were defeated in the 2023 election received more than $400,000 in severance and transition payments in the 2024-25 fiscal year.

10 days ago·Canada

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