Winnipeg park named after first Filipino member of Parliament

A park in Winnipeg’s St. Vital neighbourhood was officially  named after  the first  Filipino-Canadian elected to  Canada Parliament- Dr Rey Pagtakhan.    The dedication of the park and playground located in 369 Beliveau Road  was held last  Saturday  and was a way to honor Dr. Pagtakhan  for his multiple contributions and service to the community,

Elected as Member of Parliament for Winnipeg North-St. Paul in 1988 and served until 2004.  Dr. Pagtakhan was also invested into the Order of Manitoba in 2017 for his many contributions to medicine, public and community.

Winnipeg Councilor Brian Mayes (St. Vital) recognized Dr. Pagtakhan for his many contributions in the St Vital area in the field of medicine and where he also served as school trustee. Park dedication was long overdue and was delayed for three years due to poor weather and COVID-19 restrictions.