The Office of the Citizens� Representative is an independent Office of the House of Assembly with jurisdiction to investigate and mediate complaints about provincial government departments, agencies, crown corporations and commissions.

The Citizens� Representative for Newfoundland and Labrador, Mr. Barry Fleming, will be in Gander and Grand Falls-Windsor conducting intake and general information sessions on June 6 and 7.

On June 6, Mr. Fleming will be available by appointment between 1:00 and 5:00 p.m. at Sinbad�s Hotel and Suites in Gander. A general information session, open to the public will be held at the same location at 7:00 p.m.

On June 7 Mr. Fleming will be available by appointment between 1:00 and 5:00 p.m. at the Mount Peyton Hotel in Grand Falls-Windsor. A general information session, open to the public will be held at the same location at 7:00 p.m.

Persons wishing to discuss their complaint in confidence are asked to set up an appointment by calling 1-800-559-0079.

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Media contact:
Kim Terrio
Office Administrator
Office of the Citizens' Representative
House of Assembly
Province of Newfoundland and Labrador
709-729-7647
Fax: 709-729-7696

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