[October 8, 2024] Environment and Climate Change Minister Tracy Schmidt has been named acting minister of education and early childhood learning in addition to her current role, Premier Wab Kinew announced today.
“Minister Schmidt is a high performer who I know will do great work for Manitoba students,” said Kinew. “I look forward to Minister Altomare’s return and in the meantime, Manitoba parents can trust our government to continue investing in schools and kids’ futures.”
Schmidt will perform ministerial duties on behalf of Education and Early Childhood Learning Minister Nello Altomare, who will temporarily be away from work for medical reasons, noted the premier.
Additionally, Mike Moyes, the member of the legislative assembly for Riel, was appointed as the legislative assistant for both environment and climate change, and education and early childhood learning.
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