New MLA appointed Shadow Minister for Indigenous relations – Columbia Valley Pioneer

Nov 26, 2024

Newly minted MLA Scott McInnis is appointed Shadow Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation under the watchful eyes of BC Conservative leader John Rustad and Clerk of the Legislative Assembly Kate Ryan-Lloyd. PHOTO SUBMITTED

Columbia Valley Pioneer staff

Newly elected MLA Scott McInnis (Columbia River-Revelstoke) has been given a new portfolio that will see him working closely with Metis and First Nations communities.

McInnis says undertaking the challenging role of Shadow Minister for Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation is a “tremendous honour” bestowed to him by B.C. Conservative leader John Rustad.

“I look forward to working locally and provincially with Indigenous communities and the ministry to advance reconciliation in an impactful way,” McInnis says. “As someone who values relationship building and prosperity for rural communities, this is the ideal file for me.”

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