News release

Premier Announces Cabinet Changes

Protocol Office

Premier Darrell Dexter, today, May 10, announced changes to the provincial Cabinet.

Graham Steele will become Minister of Economic and Rural Development and Tourism and Nova Scotia Business Incorporated.

Maureen MacDonald will become Minister of African Nova Scotian Affairs.

"Both Graham and Maureen will bring strong leadership and experience to their new portfolios," said Premier Dexter. "I am grateful to these trusted colleagues for their willingness to assume these important roles."

Changes to Executive Council are effective immediately.