Minister announces appointments to MMSB Board of Directors

Environment and Conservation Minister Tom Osborne today announced three new appointments to the Multi-Materials Stewardship Board�s (MMSB) Board of Directors. The new board members are: Paul Hanlon, St. John�s; Hal Cormier, Corner Brook; and Maisie Clark, Campbellton.

Minister Osborne said, "Government values the advice given by members of the MMSB Board of Directors who play an important role in our efforts to ensure a clean and healthy environment throughout Newfoundland and Labrador. We believe these individuals will make a valuable contribution to MMSB and I wish them success in their new roles."

The new board members are appointed for a three-year term.

Other members of the MMSB Board include chair and CEO John Scott, Paul Dean, John Patten, Edward Delaney, Dr. Bassem Eid, Catherine Barrett, Derm Flynn and Don Hann.

Departing members of the board were also commended today by Minister Osborne. "I would like to take this opportunity to also thank outgoing members for their contribution to MMSB and wish them continued success in the future."

MMSB is a provincial Crown agency which reports to the Minister of Environment and Conservation. Its mandate is to support progressive waste management practices in the province, with a particular focus on waste diversion, recycling and public education, in order to ensure a clean and healthy environment throughout Newfoundland and Labrador.

Media contact: Sonia Glover, Communications, (709) 729-2575, 685-6612

BACKGROUNDER

Paul Hanlon is currently a senior supervisor with Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro. Mr. Hanlon has been working with Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro since 1986. He is an experienced supervisor and business analyst with comprehensive skills in analysis, strategic planning and project implementation. He has completed numerous accounting and business courses in the Commerce (Co-op) Business Program. Mr. Hanlon is also a volunteer with the Capital Development Alliance Board.

Hal Cormier is currently a scheduling planner with Corner Brook Pulp and Paper Limited (CBPP) and has been with the company since 1990. Mr. Cormier has also worked as laborer and papermaker with CBPP. He is director of the Corner Brook Triathlon Committee and ITU World Cup, as well as a ski instructor and coach at Marble Mountain, Ski White Hills.

Maisie Clark is the mayor of Campbellton and known as a dedicated member of society promoting health and well being of all persons and their environment. Ms. Clark is knowledgeable in environmental issues and is involved in various environmental activities in her community. She is the recipient of Newfoundland and Labrador Volunteer Medal Award. Other activities include a member of North Haven Manor Advisory Committee Central West Health Board, public relations advisor to the Road to the Isles Association, the Girl Guides of Canada Area Commissioner for central east area, a Girl Guide provincial trainer and a Duke of Edinburgh advisor.

2005 04 22                                          4:00 p.m.