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Kevin Klein Promises 15-Day Demolition Approvals If Elected

By Drooid · Oct 3, 2026, 8:02 PM UTC · How we work

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Kevin Klein pledged to approve demolition applications within 15 days if elected.
He will ask Manitoba to amend law so the city can seize derelict properties faster.
Klein said Winnipeg seized 48 vacant properties in four years but holds no titles.
Mike Vogiatzakis pledged city will fund 25 % of the $8.75-million, 100-unit supportive housing project.
Don Woodstock promised to ban council members’ self-promotional advertising paid with public funds.

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Kevin Klein pledged to approve demolition applications within 15 days if elected.
He will ask Manitoba to amend law so the city can seize derelict properties faster.
Klein said Winnipeg seized 48 vacant properties in four years but holds no titles.
Mike Vogiatzakis pledged city will fund 25 % of the $8.75-million, 100-unit supportive housing project.
Don Woodstock promised to ban council members’ self-promotional advertising paid with public funds.