February 28, 2020
Province Announces Appointment to Mental Health Review Board
James Lowry is being appointed to the Mental Health Review Board, Health, Seniors and Active Living Minister Cameron Friesen announced today.
“The Mental Health Review Board hears applications about decisions related to the admission and treatment of patients in a designated psychiatric facility,” said Friesen. “This will ensure reviews continue to be heard in a timely fashion and ensure patients have access to the care they need.”
Lowry served with the Toronto Police Service for 33 years and previously served in the Canadian Armed Forces Army Reserve. He is currently a criminal defense lawyer with James Edward Lowry Law, practising in Winnipeg and Ontario.
The minister noted this appointment is part of the Manitoba government’s efforts to continue to refresh the agencies, boards and commissions of the province, ensuring that Manitobans continue to be represented in these important positions by highly qualified and enthusiastic individuals.
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