Executive Council
July 22, 2014

Premier Announces Minister Responsible for Francophone Affairs

The Honourable Tom Marshall, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, today announced the appointment of the Honourable Tony Cornect as Minister Responsible for Francophone Affairs. This is in addition to his recent appointment as Minister of Tourism, Culture and Recreation.

“As the first Newfoundland and Labrador-born Francophone appointed to Cabinet, Minister Cornect will bring a depth of knowledge and experience to this portfolio as a passionate advocate for the province’s Francophone culture, heritage and issues.”
- The Honourable Tom Marshall, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador

Responsibility for Francophone Affairs was most recently held by the Honourable Susan Sullivan, Minister of Innovation, Business and Rural Development.

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Media contacts:

Milly Brown Director of Communications Office of the Premier 709-729-3960 millybrown@gov.nl.ca

Kevin Guest Press Secretary Office of the Premier 709-729-4304, 730-2320 kevinjguest@gov.nl.ca

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