Government of Yukon


FOR RELEASE     #08-165
July 3, 2008


Premier Announces Cabinet Shuffle

WHITEHORSE - Premier Dennis Fentie has shuffled his cabinet.

"Members of cabinet will be receiving new portfolios and responsibilities that will allow them to broaden their knowledge and experience within our government system," Fentie said. "Now, at this point in our second mandate, is the appropriate time to make these changes."

The changes to cabinet ministers' portfolios take effect immediately.

Ministers and their portfolios include:

Premier Dennis Fentie Executive Council Office, Finance
Minister Elaine Taylor Deputy Premier, Environment, Tourism and Culture
Minister Marian C. Horne Justice, Women’s Directorate
Minister Archie Lang Highways and Public Works, Community Services
Minister Glenn Hart Health and Social Services, Yukon Workers’ Compensation Health and Safety Board, French Language Services Directorate
Minister Jim Kenyon Economic Development, Yukon Development  Corporation, Yukon Energy Corporation, Yukon  Housing Corporation
Minister Brad Cathers Energy, Mines and Resources, Yukon Liquor  Corporation, Yukon Lottery Commission
Minister Patrick Rouble Education, Public Service Commission


*Italics indicate new responsibilities.


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Contact:
Matthew Grant
Cabinet Communications
867-633-7961
matthew.grant@gov.yk.ca

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