WINNIPEG — The city plans to rename the Administration Building, located at 510 Main St., after Susan Thompson, Winnipeg’s first woman mayor.
Mayor Brian Bowman is introducing the motion at the Executive Policy Committee (EPC) Wednesday.
“As we celebrate the 100th anniversary of Nellie McClung helping women win the right to vote, it is fitting that we also honour a historic first for women at the municipal level,” Bowman said.
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“Former Mayor Thompson was the first woman to be elected Winnipeg’s mayor, and recognizing her by renaming the administration building after her will ensure this achievement is honoured for many more years to come.”
Thompson was Winnipeg’s 40th mayor and served two terms in the position from 1992 to 1998.
Following the vote at EPC, the recommendation will head to council Nov. 16.
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