Manitoba's environment minister, Mike Moyes, has expressed a preference for motorists to voluntarily reduce their speed rather than mandating lower speed limits in Winnipeg and Brandon. The two cities are seeking amendments to the Highway Traffic Act to allow them to set default residential speed limits below the current 50 km/h. Moyes acknowledged various opinions on this issue and noted studies indicating that lower speed limits can lead to improved pedestrian safety. He highlighted the tendency for residents to favor slower limits in their neighborhoods but observed that opinions shift as the area broadens. While he did not explicitly support lowering speed limits, he encouraged Manitobans to drive more cautiously when necessary. The requirement for extensive signage to implement lower speed limits poses a significant financial burden on cities, with estimates of $2 million for Brandon and $10 million for Winnipeg. Mayor Jeff Fawcett of Brandon plans to collaborate with Winnipeg to persuade the province to facilitate speed limit reductions, citing benefits such as lower insurance premiums and reduced serious injuries from collisions. Premier Wab Kinew has indicated that changing speed limits is not a priority for the government, focusing instead on healthcare.