Heather Stefanson

Premier of Manitoba from 2021 to 2023

Born: May 11, 1970

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Overview

Known for

Premier of Manitoba from 2021 to 2023

Significance

Heather Dorothy Stefanson is a Canadian former politician who served as the 24th premier of Manitoba from 2021 to 2023, the first woman in the province's history to hold the office.

Who is Heather Stefanson?

Heather Dorothy Stefanson (born 11 May 1970) is a Canadian former politician who served as the 24th premier of Manitoba from 2021 to 2023, the first woman in the province's history to hold the office. She is the former leader of the Progressive Conservative Party of Manitoba and served as Leader of the Opposition of Manitoba after the 2023 Manitoba election. She was the member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) for the electoral district of Tuxedo until 6 May 2024.

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Sources and further reading

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