Manitoba election: NDP raised and spent more money than Tories

WINNIPEG –

New numbers show Manitoba's New Democrats raised and spent more money than the Progressive Conservatives during last year's election campaign.

Documents filed with Elections Manitoba show the NDP raised just under $971,000 in contributions, fundraising and other income on its way to victory.

That was about $307,000 more than the Tories raised.

The NDP also outperformed their opponents, with $1.8 million in expenses and transfers to candidates compared to $1.5 million for the Tories.

The election saw the Tories lose power after seven years in power as the NDP won 34 of the 57 seats in the legislature.

The Liberals, who lost one seat, raised $120,000 and spent $183,000.

This Canadian Press report was first published on April 16, 2024