The federal government is moving forward on a $267 million research laboratory in Winnipeg to better prepare for future disease outbreaks. “This is a big deal for our city, for our province, a big deal for life sciences in Canada. And this facility is going to help protect the nation, and help protect the world.” “This is a major investment in Winnipeg and a strong vote of confidence in the expertise that already exists here,” said Winnipeg Mayor Scott Gillingham. “This is the kind of major federal investment we want to see more of in Winnipeg,” said Gillingham.