Isora Van Dreser

Last night, at the vigil at the Legislature, person after person came forward to the microphone to talk about their loved one who had been killed. It was a stark reminder that we need some fundamental changes in Winnipeg to ensure the safety and security of our citizens.

One person who stood out was Peter Koroma. Representing the black community in Winnipeg, Peter spoke eloquently of the need to ensure we have much better help for newly arrived immigrants and their children so that they do not get involved with gangs.

There are many other changes needed as well, and many other suggestions made which need to be followed through.

Thank you Isora Van Dreser for the effort you and your family and friends made to put on this vigil. I know you are still hurting. I was amazed at your ability to rally people so soon after Philippe's death. Well done.

We all need to come together now and to do our part to achieve a safer Winnipeg.