November 3, 2014
Premier Selinger Announces Changes to Cabinet
Changes to the provincial cabinet will ensure a renewed focus on growing Manitoba’s economy, creating jobs and opportunities for young people, and protecting front-line services, Premier Greg Selinger announced today.
“Manitobans have elected a dedicated, diverse and experienced group of government MLAs, representing every region of our province, with experience in a wide variety of fields,” said Premier Selinger. “I am pleased to appoint my new cabinet today, drawing from the strengths of our talented team. Our government will remain focused on the priorities of all Manitobans – creating jobs and opportunities, investing in infrastructure and protecting the services families count on.”
Changes to the provincial cabinet include new faces and changes to current ministers’ responsibilities:
- Greg Dewar, minister of finance;
- Sharon Blady, minister of health;
- James Allum, minister of justice;
- Kevin Chief, minister of jobs and the economy;
- Drew Caldwell, minister of municipal government;
- Kerri Irvin-Ross, minister of housing and community development, minister responsible for persons with disabilities;
- Eric Robinson, minister responsible for Manitoba Hydro;
- Peter Bjornson, minister of education and advanced learning;
- Deanne Crothers, minister of healthy living and seniors;
- Melanie Wight, minister of children and youth opportunities.
The changes will see the number of cabinet ministers reduced to 18 from 19.
The premier also acknowledged the work of those leaving cabinet today.
“I wish to thank each for their contributions toward building a better province. I look forward to meeting with my new cabinet this week.”
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