The following statement was read in the House of Assembly today by the Honourable Krista Lynn Howell, Minister of Municipal and Provincial Affairs:

Mr. Speaker, I want to congratulate the Professional Municipal Administrators on their annual convention last week. This year’s theme was Leading through Turbulent Times.

I was pleased to address their virtual conference and recognize the work they do each and every day for our communities. Sessions at the conference included effective municipal policies; diversity, inclusion and equity; and a presentation from my department on municipal elections.

Mr. Speaker, I want to extend a heartfelt congratulations to the 52 recipients of the Long Service Awards presented at the convention. This year more categories were added for eligible municipal employees, recognizing those with 10 to 50 years of service.

The Long Service Awards acknowledge the critical role municipal administrators play in municipal government and the contributions they make to their communities and to our province. Thank you for your service.

It has been a challenging time as we navigate all the stages of the pandemic. The leadership displayed by Professional Municipal Administrators and from our community leaders has shone through.

I ask all Honourable members to join me in congratulating the Professional Municipal Administrators and this year’s recipients of Long Service Awards for their work and dedication to the people of the province.

Thank you.