Released on February 3, 2006
Premier Lorne Calvert today realigned his Cabinet to confirm government's focus as the province enters its second century.
"Our economy is stronger than it has been in decades," Calvert said. "With this to build on, we do not stand still nor lose sight of the sacrifices made by each, to enjoy the 'have' province we are today. Our mission as government, is to seamlessly weave that unbreakable social fabric in all sectors of our society, so that neighbours at every corner, at every crossroad, can enjoy this as a province where there is decent life and equal opportunity for all; a province second to none as a place to live, work and raise a family."
The Premier announced plans to launch one of the most significant undertakings of government since taking over five years ago.
"We will make some fundamental system changes with a new department of Advanced Education and Employment, to improve support and linkages for individuals and their connection to a promising future," he said. "Through building new linkages, and breaking down traditional barriers, we will open doors to opportunity and connect people to employment services and careers in Saskatchewan."
The new cabinet is comprised of:
• Hon. Clay Serby, MLA Yorkton, as Deputy Premier and Minister of Regional Economic and Co-operative Development;
• Hon. Eldon Lautermilch, MLA Prince Albert Northcote, Minister of Highways and Transportation, Minister of Property Management, Minister Responsible for Saskatchewan Transportation Company and Minister Responsible for the Forestry Secretariat;
• Hon. Pat Atkinson, MLA Saskatoon Nutana, Minister of Advanced Education and Employment, Minister Responsible for Immigration and Minister Responsible for Public Service Commission;
• Hon. Eric Cline, MLA Saskatoon Massey Place, Minister of Industry and Resources, Minister Responsible for Investment Saskatchewan Inc. and Minister Responsible for Information Services Corporation of Saskatchewan;
• Hon. John Nilson, MLA Regina Lakeview, Minister of Environment, Minister Responsible for the Office of Energy Conservation and Minister Responsible for Saskatchewan Power Corporation;
• Hon. Maynard Sonntag, MLA Meadow Lake, Minister of First Nations and Métis Relations and Minister of Crown Investments Corporation of Saskatchewan;
• Hon. Buckley Belanger, MLA Athabasca, Minister of Community Resources and Minister Responsible for Disability Issues;
• Hon. Harry Van Mulligen, MLA Regina Douglas Park, Minister of Government Relations;
• Hon. Andrew Thomson, MLA Regina South, Minister of Finance, Minister Responsible for Information Technology and Minister Responsible for SaskEnergy Incorporated;
• Hon. Debra Higgins, MLA Moose Jaw Wakamow, Minister of Learning, Minister Responsible for Literacy, Minister Responsible for Liquor and Gaming Authority and Minister Responsible for Saskatchewan Telecommunications;
• Hon. Mark Wartman, MLA Regina Qu'Appelle Valley, Minister of Agriculture and Food;
• Hon. Glenn Hagel, MLA Moose Jaw North, Minister of Culture, Youth and Recreation, Provincial Secretary, Minister Responsible for Gaming, Minister Responsible for Saskatchewan Government Insurance and Government House Leader;
• Hon. David Forbes, MLA Saskatoon Centre, Minister of Labour and Minister Responsible for Saskatchewan Water Corporation;
• Hon. Len Taylor, MLA The Battlefords, Minister of Health;
• Hon. Joan Beatty, MLA Cumberland, Minister of Northern Affairs and Minister Responsible for the Status of Women;
• Hon. Frank Quennell, Q.C., MLA Saskatoon Meewasin, Minister of Justice and Attorney General;
• Hon. Graham Addley, MLA Saskatoon Sutherland, Minister of Healthy Living Services and Minister Responsible for Seniors; and
• Hon. Kevin Yates, MLA Regina Dewdney, Minister of Corrections and Public Safety and Deputy Government House Leader.
"By assigning responsibility with clear and specific focus and mandates, it is my government's intention to give an even stronger voice to specific areas – appreciative that the future of our province will be defined by young people and hence our need to enable every advantage our society and economy can provide," Calvert said.
"We are steadfast in this pursuit as recently affirmed in our Throne Speech. We dream of a province where no one is left behind on the path to opportunity, a province with an unbreakable social fabric, built on the foundation of diverse and growing communities, in a green and prosperous economy," Calvert added. "It is to the service of Saskatchewan people we commit all efforts of our government. Ours is a vision sharply focused to fulfill our four-year plan."
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