City of Winnipeg

09/09/2025 | Press release | Archived content

Statement from Chief Gene Bowers regarding safety at HSC

Released: September 9, 2025 at 1:54 p.m.

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The Winnipeg Police Service is committed to the safety of our community, and are a participant in discussions as it relates to safety at the Health Sciences Centre. We hope to finalize with the Government of Manitoba how police can contribute to a layered safety plan; however, details are still being worked out.

We are committed to be part of a safety solution at HSC. We will continue to work collaboratively with our partners to ensure the safety of patients, families, staff and those tasked with providing security at the hospital.

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