Premier announces appointment

Premier Roger Grimes today appointed Robert Warren as assistant deputy minister of Parks, Natural Areas and Wildlife with the Department of Tourism, Culture and Recreation based in Corner Brook.

"Mr. Warren�s extensive career in the public service makes him well suited to take on the challenge of ADM of Parks, Natural Areas and Wildlife in Corner Brook," said the Premier. "Mr. Warren�s appointment is part of the government�s strategy to enhance delivery of services in cultural and natural heritage with the senior position now being located at the western region headquarters."

Mr. Warren will begin his new position immediately.

Media contact: Karen McCarthy, (709)729-4781

Biography - Robert Warren

Robert Warren received his early education in Corner Brook and St. John's before attending Memorial University. Following university he began working for the public service. Robert has served the service for 29 years in a variety of different capacities. His most recent position was director of aboriginal land claims with the Department of Labrador and Aboriginal Affairs. Prior to this he was director of land management for the Crown Lands Branch and chair of the Interdepartmental Land Use Committee. Robert has devoted his career to resolving land use and resource management issues. He served for seven years on the Wilderness and Ecological Reserves Advisory Council and was also involved in developing policies aimed at strengthening the outfitting industry. Robert and his wife Doreen have two sons, Mark and Mike, and a daughter Julia.

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