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, Barry Fleming, will be on the west coast conducting intake and general information sessions on April 23, 24 and 25, 2007.

On April 23, Mr. Fleming will be available between 1:00 and 5:00 p.m. at the Holiday Inn in Stephenville. A general information session, open to the public will be held at the Holiday Inn at 7:00 p.m.

On April 24 Mr. Fleming will be available by appointment between 1:00 and 9:00 p.m. at the Greenwood Inn in Corner Brook.

On April 25 Mr. Fleming will be available by appointment between 1:00 and 5:00 p.m. at the Deer Lake Motel in Deer Lake. A general information session, open to the public will be held at the Deer Lake Motel 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