Dan Mazier

Daupin - Swan River - Neepawa: Conservative

Name, age, hometown:
Dan Mazier, 57, Forrest, Manitoba.

Tell us about yourself:
Prior to being elected as the Member of Parliament for Dauphin-Swan River-Neepawa in 2019, I ran my family farm and served as the President of Keystone Agriculture Producers. I also served my community as a school trustee, and as a board member for the Mid-Assiniboine Conservation District and the Assiniboine River Basin Initiative. I am also very proud of my work with Elton Energy to promote renewable energy cooperatives in under-served communities. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my wife Leigh and our two adult children. My wife and I both like to garden, golf and travel—especially in our beautiful country of Canada.

What’s one thing that very few people know about you?
Marvel movies are my favourite—the bigger the screen, and the louder the audio, the better.

Why should voters give you their vote?
I was born, raised and worked in our constituency for my entire life. I understand what it means to be a rural Canadian. I understand the importance of community and family to rural Canadians, so I am focused on representing the farmers, ranchers, outdoorsmen, families, community organizations, local businesses, seniors and future generations who proudly call rural Manitoba their home. I am proud of the last two years of work in Ottawa where I spearheaded the issues that are important to the people and the communities I represented. Whether that be working to improve rural internet/cellular services, tackling rural crime, fighting for Canada’s agriculture industry, making life more affordable or standing up for seniors; I always focused on improving the lives of rural Canadians. Ottawa needs someone who is going to speak up for them and their way of life. It really troubles me to see other candidates running to represent our region who do not even live in the constituency. I pledge to always be a strong voice for rural Canadians.

What is your greatest strength? What is your greatest weakness?
Strength: Approachable I truly believe that the seat in Parliament is the people’s seat, not the MPs seat. It is an MP’s duty to represent the people and that means a representative must listen to what their priorities and concerns are so they can take them back to the House of Commons and work for the people they represent. I believe it is important that a representative can sit down with anyone, even those who they may disagree with, to have honest and open conversations on issues that impact them and their community. As a community we are stronger when we work together. Weakness: Potato chips and dip.

Where do you stand on:
The need for more pipelines?
Canada’s energy industry is a bedrock to the Canadian economy and Canadian jobs. A Conservative government will ensure adequate pipeline capacity by getting the Trans Mountain built and make pipelines that bring Canadian oil to export markets a priority. We have some of the cleanest, highest-quality, and most ethicly sourced energy in the world—so as long as the global demand is there, Canada should meet the demand.

The Carbon Tax?
Canada’s Conservatives will repeal Justin Trudeau’s carbon tax while still meeting our targets and reducing emissions by 2030. The most effective way to reduce emissions is to use pricing mechanisms—but not one where the government pockets your money.

The level of the federal deficit and debt?
Life is getting more expensive because of Justin Trudeau’s massive deficits and mounting debt, and the inflation numbers confirm the problem is only getting worse. After six years of stagnation and spending, Canada’s Conservatives have a detailed plan for growth to create good jobs. It’s needed now more than ever. Canada’s economy is shrinking. While every other country in the G7 is growing and picking up speed—the U.S. is growing at 6.6 per cent, the U.K. at 4.8 per cent—Canada’s economy contracted by 1.1 per cent in the second quarter. Canada currently has 3.7 per cent inflation, the highest rate in 20 years. Everything from housing to groceries to gasoline is getting more expensive. A falling economy with rising inflation means Canadians are falling further behind while the cost of living keeps climbing up and up. This is a direct result of Justin Trudeau’s out-of-control spending on things that don’t create any growth. We must get our nation’s finances in order.

Federal support for agriculture?
As a farmer and former president of the Keystone Agriculture Producers, I understand the needs of farmers in this region. Canada’s Conservatives have a comprehensive plan to improve business risk management programs, enhance our supply chains, grow our export market and introduce a much anticipated labour strategy.

We will also work towards greater harmonization of farm product regulations with our trading partners, especially the United States

Our Conservative team is committed to reforming and improving Business Risk Management programs, particularly AgriInvest and AgriRecovery. And we will bring agricultural stakeholders together for a summit-like meeting with the Minister of Agriculture to develop a way forward on insurance programs like AgriStability.

The federal response to the Covid-19 crisis?
It’s clear that Canada was caught unprepared when Covid-19 hit last year. It is the responsibility of the federal government to adequately prepare for emergencies and make sure Canada is resilient in the face of disasters. I don’t think the current government fulfilled their responsibility to protect the health of Canadians.

The state of ethics in our federal government?
Canadians are sick and tired of an unaccountable and scandalous government. It’s time to clean up the mess in Ottawa and enact new anti-corruption laws to ensure that the government works for the people. Trudeau’s constant scandals and ethics violations has made it clear that the current anti-corruption legislation does not go far enough. Canada’s Conservatives will strengthen federal legislation on ethics, lobbying and transparency.

Are we facing a climate crisis?
The risks of climate change are a threat to our nation’s security and prosperity. We are seeing the impact to our farmers and rachers. Any plan to address climate change, must not be an Ottawa-knows-best appraoch and instead one that works for all Canadians, particularly rural Canadians.

Who inspires you?
Anyone who gives back to their community selflessly.

Who are the three people, dead or alive, that you’d love to have dinner with?
My dad, father-in-law and Preston Manning.

What’s the one album you’d take with you on a desert island?
1984, Van Halen

If elected, what do you hope to accomplish in the next term?
Support for seniors. Seniors have been completely neglected by the government and are struggling to make ends meet on limited fixed incomes. I am focused on helping seniors. Canada’s Conservatives will work to help seniors stay in their homes by boosting the home accessibility tax credit, protecting pensions, and lowering taxes. Agriculture. Agriculture is the bedrock to Canada’s rural economy and our vibrant communities. It is imperative for the government to provide support to Canadian farm families through increased stability and certainty. As a farmer who understands the importance of agriculture to our constituency, I will always prioritize our region’s ag industry. Rural Connectivity. Rural Canadians still do not have adequate cellular and internet service. Additionally, Canadians continue to pay some of the highest prices in the world for internet and cell phone service. It’s time for a government that takes the side of consumers and connects all Canadians. Affordability. The cost of everything is going up - grocery bills and gas prices have skyrocketed. With inflation at the highest level in 20 years and rising, families are struggling to make ends meet. The government must make life more affordable for Canadians. Recovery. Canadians deserve a comprehensive and detailed plan to get our country back on track. We need to support a recovery plan that will support all regions and all sectors of our economy. Canadians have lost their jobs, watched their local businesses close, and experienced new mental health challenges in their lives. Recovery is the number one priority.

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Weekly Photo Gallery

Last Wednesday at around 8 pm, the Whitewood Fire Department responded to a semi crashing into a commercial building on the east side of Whitewood. The accident knocked the power out to the town of Whitewood for over six hours.

The paving of Ellice Street in Moosomin during the week of October 12, 2020.

Enbridge’s Al Sawatzky presents a $25,633 cheque to Moosomin Mayor Larry Tomlinson alongside (left to right) Catherine Mannle of the rec department, CAO Paul Listrom, Councillor Murray Gray, Rec Director Mike Schwean, Steve Loney of Enbridge, Councillor Chris Davidson, Councillor Ron Fisk, Tera Harper of Borderland Co-op, and Councillor Garry Towler.

Three blocks of Ellice Street in Moosomin were being paved last week all the way from Park Avenue to Windover Avenue.

Doug Windrim heading to his first tee. Above Doug Windrim admiring the course before teeing off during game number 102 of the year.

Kendry Lewis, left, and Cohen Haines, right, set up an iced tea stand on Main Street in Moosomin on Saturday, Oct. 3, selling iced tea to people passing by for $1 a cup.

Steven Bonk became the first official candidate in the Moosomin constituency when he filed his nomination papers at the returning office in Moosomin Wednesday.

The Moosomin Community Theatre is set to open after Thanksgiving weekend with Covid-19 restrictions in place.

The Moosomin Generals Girls football team hosted the Yorkton Lady Gridders for a game on Friday, September 25 in what was their second game of the season.

After no dance classes for a year, dance is back in Moosomin, with classes being held on Monday evenings at the Sportsplex.

People lined up for burgers at the Esterhazy Fire Department Family Barbecue on September 22, 2020

Harvest is wrapping up across southeast Saskatchewan and southwest Manitoba. This photo of harvest in the Fairmede district was taken by Elize Steyn and entered in the World-Spectator’s harvest photo contest.

This group photo of the McNaughton High School grad class of 2020 was created/edited by Casey McCormac and Kadence Meredith. Casey was also the photographer of the individuals. The photo was created because students could not pose for a group grad photo due to Covid-19.

Parks and Rec director Mike Schwean getting the rink ready for the winter.

The scene outside the Moosomin Co-op C-Store where Borderland Co-op had its third annual Fuel Good Day. This year they supported KidSport, an organization that helps cover the cost of kids’ sport program registration and equipment.

Teachers from MacLeod Elementary school meeting their student on the first day of school at the new Meet Points to help ensure classes stay together.

Josh from Esterhazy riding his bike across a beautiful sunset sky. This photo was submitted by Tammy MacDonald as part of the World-Spectator’s Summer Fun photo contest.

Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe was in Moosomin Wednesday to announces that Moosomin will receive almost $400,000 in MEEP funding from the provincial government, in addition to about $600,000 in provincial revenue sharing for 2020 and $163,000 in Safe Restart funding.

The newly renovated community area in front of the Moosomin Legion.

On the last evening that the D.A. Mackenzie Aquatic Centre was open in Esterhazy, they hosted a puppy swim. Many dogs decided to come and donate their entry fee to the Esterhazy dog park.

The continuous pour on the south headframe at K3, part of the $3 billion expansion of Mosaic Esterhazy’s K3, was completed Friday, September 4, 2020.

Baya and Teddy Apperley flying a kite at Moosomin Lake.

Enbridge wraps up line 3 work in area. Near Kelso, the last piece of land along the 1,070-km Line 3 replacement pipeline right of way has been reclaimed to pre-construction condition or better.

New headframe taking shape: The continuous pour is under way on the south headframe at K3, part of the $3 billion expansion of Mosaic Esterhazy’s K3.

Trick or treaters making the rounds at Moosomin Regional park on August 15.

Councillor Murray Gray at the site of Moosomin’s new community garden which will open in 2021.

The slip form is being poured for the south headframe at the K3 expansion at Esterhazy. Rising at 6.5 inches an hour in a continuous pour, it will take 24 days to reach its full height. The north headframe at K3, at 380 feet, is the tallest structure in Saskatchewan.

Yorkton-Melville MP Cathay Wagantall with Conservative leadership candidate Dr. Leslyn Lewis, who visited the Yorkton-Melville riding Monday. Wagantall had earlier expressed her support for Dr. Lewis for the Conservative leadership.

Bob Heintz with his VLT jackpot that he won at the Kipling Motor Inn on August 7.

Two tornadoes and several intense storms hit the region last week. This photo of the August 7 tornado was taken by Donna Gagnon over Oak Lake. That tornado took the lives of two teens from Melita.