Join The Honorable Kerry-Lynne Findlay
for a Virtual Fireside Chat with
Raquel Dancho
Shadow Minister for Future Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion
Pre-registration is required.
Questions can be submitted in advance to [email protected]
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Articulate, driven, and community-focused. Raquel Dancho is a Member of Parliament for Kildonan-St. Paul, Manitoba. First elected in 2019, she currently serves as Shadow Minister for Future Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion.
In the Manitoba government, Raquel held the positions of Executive Assistant to the Minister of Sustainable Development and Special Assistant to the Minister of Sport, Culture, and Heritage. When the Progressive Conservatives were in opposition in Manitoba, she held the position of Policy Analyst in numerous portfolios including Family Services and Labour, and the Workers Compensation Board. Her ability to advocate for those less heard and implement varying strategies in an efficient and organized manner is what has made Raquel an effective public servant with a deep understanding of the political sphere. Through her passionate spirit, knowledge of the mechanics of government, and first-hand experience serving constituents, Raquel has built a strong reputation as an advocate for Manitobans. |
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From growing up on a rural farm to pioneering her path into politics, Raquel values hard work and personal responsibility. She’s the voice of her community, assuring Ottawa implements a policy that honours her region. Raquel and her fiancé, Scott, both reside in North Kildonan and are proud to call this wonderful community home. |
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The Honorable Kerry-Lynne Findlay MP Kerry-Lynne Findlay served as the Minister of National Revenue, and previously as Associate Minister of National Defence, and Parliamentary Secretary to Justice. She also served as a member of several high-profile Cabinet committees including Treasury Board. Among other achievements, she was awarded the Golden Scissors Award in 2015 by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) for leadership in cutting red tape for small business. |
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| In October 2019, Kerry-Lynne was elected as Member of Parliament for the riding of South Surrey—White Rock. Shortly after, she was appointed as Shadow Minister for the Environment and Climate Change in the Shadow Cabinet of the Official Opposition and is currently named to the Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights. As a lawyer and former judge on the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal, this is her wheelhouse! Kerry-Lynne lives in South Surrey with her husband, Brent. They are the parents of four children, and grandparents of three small boys and one girl. All four of Kerry-Lynne and Brent’s children are UBC graduates. |