Working for Our Community. Leading with Experience.

Meet Georgina

I was born and raised in Winnipeg and have spent most of my life living and working in River Heights Fort Gary ward. I attended Grosvenor Elementary School and Churchill High School before earning degrees in Theatre and Fibre Arts from Concordia University. I later pursued graduate studies in at Cranbrook Academy of Art in Michigan, but home—and family—called me back to Winnipeg.
For more than 40 years, I have been actively involved in grassroots organizations, neighbourhood initiatives, and civic issues. I believe strong communities are built by people who step forward, work together, and find practical solutions.
For the past 15 years, I have worked alongside the residents of River Heights–Fort Garry, helping navigate City Hall, solving local issues, and advocating for neighbourhood priorities. My work at city hall, along with previous work and volunteer experiences with other levels of government has provided me with valuable skills and knowledge on how to bring people together and deliver results.
Community service has always been at the centre of my work. I served for more than 15 years on the Board of Westminster Housing Society, where I helped lead fundraising and governance efforts during a period of significant growth that expanded affordable housing and launched the Good Street housing project.
Earlier in my career, I spent more than a decade teaching drama through community arts programs, beginning at Prairie Theatre Exchange. I continue to believe that the arts, recreation, parks, and community centres create opportunities for people of all ages to connect and thrive.
Outside of work, I'm a lifelong volunteer with the Winnipeg Folk Festival, where I helped develop the now-famous "Tarp Shuffle."
I believe my purpose is to help build community. Whether it's improving parks, supporting local businesses, creating affordable housing, or cutting through bureaucracy at City Hall, I'm committed to making meaningful, lasting improvements for the neighbourhoods we call home.Highlights
-Lifelong Winnipeg resident with deep roots in the ward
-More than 40 years of community leadership and volunteer service
-Over 15 years advocating for River Heights–Fort Garry residents
-Former Board member, Westminster Housing Society
-Community arts educator with over a decade of teaching experience
-Longtime Winnipeg Folk Festival volunteerAchievements
-Helped deliver the Ash Street Pocket Park in partnership with the Academy Road BIZ.
-Supported improvements to Wellington Crescent amenities.
-Advanced plans for the new rink and park improvements at Sir William Osler Park.
-Led the development of interpretive content for the Bill and Helen Norrie Library, ensuring Indigenous history and contributions to the neighbourhood were meaningfully recognized.
-Worked with community stakeholders to improve the Linden Woods Community Centre playground.
-Helped expand affordable housing through Westminster Housing Society, including the Good Street project.

My Vision For River Heights - Fort Garry

Endorsements

"I know I can always count on her to respond, answer questions, and genuinely help our neighborhood. From major concerns to fixing the small local issues, she is focused on the nuts and bolts of public service and always delivers."
- Greg Braun, Linden Woods Resident

"City Hall can be complex, but Georgina has the experience and the knowledge required to effectively champion our community’s needs. She understands municipal processes inside and out, which allows her to hit the ground running and get things done where it matters most. Her track record speaks for itself, and her leadership is exactly what we need."
- Neil Duboff

“You are the only City official that was always responsive, got back to us and agree or disagree on the topic, willing to be accountable. Our city needs an effective, decisive, strategic Mayor and Council. Go for it!”
- Robert Murdoch

“I have known Georgina since growing up together in Crescentwood. Later I came to know her as John Orlikow’s right-hand at City Hall and I got the sense that she deeply understood the tectonic plates of municipal politics. In this next administration we will need strong councillors like Georgina to remind the administration of the civic values that are our tradition. She’s got my vote for sure!”
-Noam Gonick, Crescentwood Resident

"I am proud to endorse Georgina Sabesky for City Councillor. Having worked closely with Georgina for many years, I know firsthand the depth of experience she brings from her direct involvement in city administration.
She does not just understand how City Hall works; she knows how to make it work for the people. Georgina has consistently been a vital liaison and a trusted go-to person for our neighborhood bridging the gap between residents and municipal government.
Her exceptional communication skills, combined with her dedication to public service, make her the exact leader our community needs. I have full confidence that Georgina will be a powerful, effective voice for us on City Council."
-Greg Boak, Past President, Linden Woods Community Centre

"Georgina Sabesky combines exceptional intelligence with a clear, realistic vision for our city. She understands municipal jurisdictions inside and out, knowing exactly how to turn local improvements into broader investments. Objective, articulate, and deeply thoughtful, Georgina knows how to start at the community level to make River Heights thrive."
-Lynne Fineman, Resident

"I fully support Georgina Sabesky for City Council. She brings an objective, analytical mind and a deep mastery of how local government operates. Georgina focuses on achievable goals, recognizing that small, targeted changes yield major long-term benefits. Her articulate leadership and smart vision will make our community truly thrive."
-Susan Boulter, River Heights Resident