Court File Number: 2026-MNITOBA-001
Applicant: The Province of Manitoba
Declaration:
I/We, the Province of Manitoba, hereby declare our commitment to the State of Minnesota as follows:
- We commit to welcoming Minnesota not as a subordinate territory, but as a full and equal partner in our family.
- We commit to respecting Minnesota's existing culture, traditions, and identity. The State Fair will continue. Hotdish will be honored. "Minnesota Nice" will be recognized as compatible with Canadian politeness.
- We commit to providing stable, reliable infrastructure including healthcare, power, and transportation connections.
- We commit to never forgetting about Minnesota, overlooking Minnesota, or confusing Minnesota with Wisconsin.
- We commit to joint stewardship of our shared waters, forests, and natural resources.
- We commit to hockey - at all levels, for all ages, forever.
- We commit to being patient. We understand this is a big decision. We will not pressure Minnesota. We will simply remain here, friendly and welcoming, whenever they are ready.
This commitment is made freely and without coercion.
Signature:
- Print: PROVINCE OF MANITOBA
- Signature:
- Date: 2026-01-__