Saskatchewan’s 24th Lieutenant Governor will be Bernadette McIntyre after being appointed to the position by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Friday.
She takes over for Russ Mirasty, who was sworn in on July 17, 2019.
“[Mirasty] will continue in the role until the date of the installation, which will be announced shortly,” a release on the province’s website said.
McIntyre is highly regarded for her community service record, leadership and volunteerism, the release says.
McIntyre was the CEO at the Wascana Centre Authority and held senior positions with Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI) and served on many boards of directors and planning committees, the release said.
“Organizations having benefitted from her leadership include the University of Regina, Access Communications, the Regina Airport Authority, SaskSport, Canadian Curling Association, Sandra Schmirler Foundation, Highland Curling Club, Queen City Marathon and the …