The Honourable Dwight Ball, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, today announced the appointment of Michelle Watkins as Deputy Minister of the Labrador Affairs Secretariat, Executive Council, effective immediately.

Ms. Watkins has worked in Labrador for more than 25 years. She has worked with the Provincial Government since 2002, most recently as Director, Labrador Affairs Secretariat.

A bio for Ms. Watkins can be found in the backgrounder below.

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“I welcome Ms. Watkins to this important role. She has intimate knowledge of Labrador issues having lived and worked in the area for decades. The people of the region will be well served as she assumes the deputy minister position.”
Honourable Dwight Ball
Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador

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BACKGROUNDER

Biographical information for Michelle Watkins

Michelle Watkins started her career in Labrador over twenty-five years ago and has held leadership roles in both the public and non-profit sectors. She has served the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador since 2002. Her service has focused on Labrador and most recently as Director, Labrador Affairs Secretariat.

Ms. Watkins holds a Master of Business Administration from Saint Mary’s University and a Bachelor of Arts from Acadia University. She has served on a number of government committees and volunteered with several organizations including the Labrador North Chamber of Commerce, Melville Mantas Swim Team and Early Childhood Development Association.

Ms. Watkins resides in Happy Valley-Goose Bay with her husband and daughter.