NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release Office of the Premier 2020PREM0015-000103 Jan. 22, 2020 Premier Horgan shuffles cabinet

VICTORIA ʹPremier has made changes to cabinet that reflect government͛s commitment to a strong, sustainable and innovative economy that benefits people and communities throughout .

͞These ministers will work hard every day to deliver sustainable economic growth that provides good jobs, a better quality of life and a stronger province for people in every region. I am confident they will put their knowledge and energy to work for people, as we focus on building an economy that works for everyone,͟Premier Horgan said.

Anne Kang has been appointed Minister of Citizens͛Services. Kang will connect more rural, remote and Indigenous communities with high-speed internet, creating jobs and opportunities for people and businesses. Kang will continue the work to modernize government procurement, so that more local, small and medium-sized companies can do business with government more efficiently.

Michelle Mungall has been appointed as Minister of Jobs, Economic Development and Competitiveness, formerly the Ministry of Jobs, Trade and Technology. Mungall will continue to promote B.C.'s tech sector, economic growth in communities around the province and support business competitiveness. Mungall will be responsible for trade, and engage with industry associations and major sectors on government's approach to quality economic growth.

Bruce Ralston has been appointed Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources. Key priorities include implementation of ministry initiatives supporting CleanBC ʹgovernment͛s plan for climate action ʹand in so doing, support innovation and development in the clean technology sector, including renewable energy and carbon capture and storage. Ralston will also oversee BC Hydro and make sure B.C.͛s wealth of clean, renewable electricity powers the province into the future. Ralston will continue to serve as lead minister for consular affairs.

͞British Columbia has tremendous advantages,͟Premier Horgan said. ͞We have rich, natural resources, innovative technologies, skilled entrepreneurs and a competitive business environment. Our government has shown that investing in services people need and making life more affordable grows our economy and helps B.C. remain resilient. We͛re going to keep working for people and make sure our economy works for everyone, in every region.͟

A full list of the Executive Council follows in a backgrounder. With these appointments, B.C.͛s cabinet remains gender balanced. Contact: Jen Holmwood Press Secretary Deputy Communications Director Office of the Premier 250 818-4881

Connect with the Province of B.C. at: news.gov.bc.ca/connect BACKGROUNDER For Immediate Release Office of the Premier 2020PREM0015-000103 Jan. 22, 2020 Executive Council of the B.C. government

John Horgan, Premier

Melanie Mark, Minister of Advanced Education, Skills and Training

Lana Popham, Minister of Agriculture

David Eby, Attorney General

Katrine Conroy, Minister of Children and Family Development

Katrina Chen, Minister of State for Child Care

Anne Kang, Minister of Citizens͛Services

Rob Fleming, Minister of Education

Bruce Ralston, Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources

George Heyman, Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy

Carole James, Minister of Finance and Deputy Premier

Doug Donaldson, Minister of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development

Adrian Dix, Minister of Health

Scott Fraser, Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation

Michelle Mungall, Minister of Jobs, Economic Development and Competitiveness

George Chow, Minister of State for Trade

Harry Bains, Minister of Labour

Judy Darcy, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions

Selina Robinson, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing

Mike Farnworth, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General

Shane Simpson, Minister of Social Development and Poverty Reduction

Lisa Beare, Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture , Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure

Contact: Jen Holmwood Press Secretary Deputy Communications Director Office of the Premier 250 818-4881

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