The Manitoba government says a community-driven initiative paved the way for upgrades to a road in north Winnipeg.

Premier Wab Kinew announced the completion of work on Mollard Road Thursday, alongside municipal relations Minister Glen Simard, and said efforts by area residents — particularly members of the local Sikh community — to call for improvements were directly linked to the project.

“A year and a half ago, we promised to repave Mollard Road and build a walking path,” said Kinew.

“Today, thanks to the advocacy of the Sikh community, that promise is a reality. This project makes it safer for all families to come together (and) strengthens our entire province.”

The project came to fruition after new facilities, including a library and community centre, were built in the area, and

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