After serving nearly twenty years in the legislature, Katrine Conroy, the finance minister of British Columbia, has announced her decision not to contest the upcoming provincial election. At 66 years of age, Conroy has expressed her intention to withdraw from her political career in order to dedicate more time to her family. Recognizing the strong connections she has established over the years, she acknowledges the difficulty of parting ways with her colleagues and associates.

During her tenure, Conroy has held various portfolios under the New Democrat government. While she finds it challenging to identify her “greatest accomplishment,” she has conveyed her pride in her efforts to exempt post-secondary tuition fees for former youth in care. Additionally, she has served as the forests minister and has expressed gratitude to Premier David Eby and his predecessor, John Horgan, for their support and leadership.

Having been initially elected in 2005, Conroy has been re-elected on multiple occasions and has been a prominent representative for West Kootenay-Boundary. She reflects on her family’s longstanding involvement in public service, with her late husband having served as an MLA and her own tenure in public office. Despite stepping back from her role in finance, Conroy has committed to fulfilling her responsibilities until her successor is elected.

Over the course of her career, she has also served as the minister responsible for the Columbia Basin Trust, Columbia Power Corporation, and the Columbia River Treaty. Furthermore, Conroy initially served as the critic for seniors and interior economic development while the NDP was still in opposition before the 2017 election.

The announcement of Conroy’s decision has garnered attention both within British Columbia and beyond, marking the conclusion of a significant and illustrious career in public service. The legacy of Katrine Conroy’s dedication and contributions to the province is poised to endure, underscoring the substantial impact she has had over the years.

This report by The Canadian Press was initially published on May 10, 2024.

Sources:
Global News Canada; The Canadian Press

After serving nearly twenty years in the legislature, Katrine Conroy, the finance minister of British Columbia, has announced her decision not to contest the upcoming provincial election. At 66 years of age, Conroy has expressed her intention to withdraw from her political career in order to dedicate more time to her family. Recognizing the strong connections she has established over the years, she acknowledges the difficulty of parting ways with her colleagues and associates.

During her tenure, Conroy has held various portfolios under the New Democrat government. While she finds it challenging to identify her “greatest accomplishment,” she has conveyed her pride in her efforts to exempt post-secondary tuition fees for former youth in care. Additionally, she has served as the forests minister and has expressed gratitude to Premier David Eby and his predecessor, John Horgan, for their support and leadership.

Having been initially elected in 2005, Conroy has been re-elected on multiple occasions and has been a prominent representative for West Kootenay-Boundary. She reflects on her family’s longstanding involvement in public service, with her late husband having served as an MLA and her own tenure in public office. Despite stepping back from her role in finance, Conroy has committed to fulfilling her responsibilities until her successor is elected.

Over the course of her career, she has also served as the minister responsible for the Columbia Basin Trust, Columbia Power Corporation, and the Columbia River Treaty. Furthermore, Conroy initially served as the critic for seniors and interior economic development while the NDP was still in opposition before the 2017 election.

The announcement of Conroy’s decision has garnered attention both within British Columbia and beyond, marking the conclusion of a significant and illustrious career in public service. The legacy of Katrine Conroy’s dedication and contributions to the province is poised to endure, underscoring the substantial impact she has had over the years.

This report by The Canadian Press was initially published on May 10, 2024.

Sources:
Global News Canada; The Canadian Press