First elected in 2016 as the MLA for Gimli, Jeff Wharton was re-elected to the newly-formed riding of Red River North in 2019 and 2023.

He has previously served as the Minister of Municipal Relations, Minister of Crown Services, and Minister of Economic Development, Investment and Trade.

Born and raised in Winnipeg, Jeff has called the Gimli/Winnipeg Beach area home for most of his adult life and is the fourth generation in his family with ties to Winnipeg Beach. Jeff and his wife Mickey are the proud parents of daughters Melany and Jennifer and loving grandparents of three wonderful grandkids.

Jeff is an entrepreneur, community leader, and long-time resident of Winnipeg Beach. After graduating high school, Jeff embarked on a career in the moving and transportation industry. In 1989, he and his wife Mickey purchased Globe Moving and Storage Ltd. The Whartons successfully grew the business for over 20 years before selling it in 2010. Jeff then opened his own consulting firm, using his entrepreneurial skills to help others nurture and grow their organizations.

Jeff is also experienced at the municipal level, having been elected as a Councillor for the Town of Winnipeg Beach, where he also served 2 years as Deputy Mayor.

As a dedicated volunteer in the community, Jeff has served as President and Vice President of the Lakeside Lions Club, a Director on the Evergreen Basic Needs Board, and a Director on the Gimli Seniors Residence Board.

Jeff is proud to be part of a Progressive Conservative Team that respects taxpayer dollars, works to improve the delivery of front-line services, and creates new opportunities for the next generation of Manitobans.