The Honourable Dr. Andrew Furey, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, today provided a statement on the appointment of Iris Petten to the Senate of Canada.

“I extend my heartfelt congratulations, on behalf of the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, to Ms. Petten on her appointment to the Senate.

Ms. Petten, a resident of Port de Grave, has a long and distinguished career in which she has made valued contributions to the province – she’s been a community volunteer, entrepreneur, and a senior executive with more than 35 years of experience in the fishing industry. She has also served as a member of the Board of Regents of Memorial University.

I look forward to working with Ms. Petten in her position as Senator to advance matters of importance to Newfoundlanders and Labradorians.”

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