Doug Jansen
Practical Experience
Community Involvement
A Willingness To Listen
I have always believed that a strong community is built by people who are willing to get involved, listen, and contribute where they can.
I am seeking election in Ward 2 because I would like to continue contributing to Ninette in a new way. I value open communication, careful decision-making, responsible use of public resources, and making sure residents have an opportunity to be heard.
Over the years, I have had the opportunity to serve our area through organizations including the Pelican Lake Round Table, the Ninette Community Club, and the Pelican Lake Agricultural Society. During my term as Chair of the Pelican Lake Round Table, we commemorated Terry Fox Park and A Hill For Looking. I have also worked in local business, education, infrastructure, construction, and project management.
I look forward to speaking with Ninette residents, hearing what matters to you, and sharing more about the issues and priorities I would bring to council.
About me
I grew up in Cypress River and attended high school in Glenboro, so rural Manitoba has always been home to me.
In 1988, I moved to Winnipeg to attend Red River Community College, now RRC Polytech, where I graduated with a Civil Technology Diploma in Structural Engineering. I then spent about eight years living and working in Winnipeg and Vancouver. Those years gave me valuable experience in larger cities, but when it came time to raise a family, rural Manitoba was where I wanted to be.
In 1996, we moved to an acreage just south of Ninette with the children attending school in Ninette and Killarney. Our family became deeply connected to the communities, schools, neighbours, and organizations that make this area such a good place to live.
For 30 years, this has been my home. I understand the value of strong rural communities because I have lived it—as a resident, a parent, a neighbour, and a local volunteer.
My roots here run deep, giving me a strong appreciation for the people and places that make Ninette home.
Experience Managing Infrastructure
I currently work for Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure as the Northern Roads Manager for the Province. My work involves managing winter roads and all-season road development in Northern Manitoba. This involves overseeing budgets and contracts, and working with engineers, contractors, communities and other government departments.
Projects require detailed planning such as design criteria, budget constraints, environmental approvals, heritage requirements and many other issues that must be worked through before construction begins.
Managing approximately $20 million a year in projects and programs has given me practical experience in budgeting, planning, working with government, and getting projects from an idea through approvals and into construction.
That experience has given me a good understanding of how government works—and how important it is to ask questions, follow through and make responsible use of public money.
Local volunteer and community service
- Chair — Pelican Lake Round Table: tourism, tradeshows, and brochure publication.
- Treasurer — Ninette Community Club.
- Security volunteer — Pelican Lake Agricultural Society.
- Ninette business experience as owner/manager of Jansen General Store and Custom Computers & Design
- Civil Technology Diploma in Structural Engineering.
- Project management experience in roads, flood response, culverts & bridges and infrastructure.
- Teaching experience with Red River College and adult education.
- Experience with project coordination, budgeting, contracts, public communication, and working with contractors and communities.
Ward 2
Topics and Positions
Roads & Infrastructure
Take care of roads, drainage and other infrastructure before small problems become expensive ones. Plan repairs based on safety, condition, use and long-term cost.
Municipal Spending
Spend carefully and make sure residents get good value for their tax dollars. Plan ahead, avoid unnecessary costs and explain major spending decisions clearly.
Community Services
Support services and facilities that people use and value. Look at cost, accessibility, maintenance needs and opportunities to work with local groups.
Growth & Local Economy
Support local business, tourism, housing and new development where it makes sense. Encourage growth that fits the community and can be supported by local infrastructure.
Communication & Accountability
Keep residents informed and make it easy to understand what council is doing. Listen to concerns, explain decisions and provide clear information about how public money is being used.
Long-term Planning
Plan for the future instead of only dealing with problems as they come up. Look ahead at roads, equipment, facilities and other costs so the municipality can be better prepared.
Experience at a glance
Practical background
- Infrastructure management
- Small-business ownership and management
- Teaching, public speaking, and adult education
- Technical, design, survey, and information-technology experience
Get in touch
Advance Voting: Tuesday October 20, 2026