US EditionRic McIver chosen as new Speaker of the Alberta Legislature
- Ric McIver, MLA for Calgary-Hays and former Minister of Municipal Affairs, was chosen on Tuesday to serve as Speaker of the Alberta Legislature following his resignation from the cabinet position.
- McIver’s election followed Nathan Cooper’s recent resignation as Speaker to become Alberta’s envoy to Washington, D.C., prompting the legislature to vote for a successor.
- McIver secured the position of Speaker by winning a majority vote over NDP MLA Heather Sweet and was then traditionally escorted to the Speaker’s seat by Premier Danielle Smith and NDP House Leader Christina Gray in a ceremony reflecting a long-standing parliamentary custom.
- McIver said he is 'humbled by the opportunity' and committed to non-partisanship and upholding legislative traditions while noting he broke tradition by addressing Sweet by name during his speech.
- McIver’s appointment indicates continuity in Alberta’s legislature amid shifting roles, and Premier Smith expressed confidence he will serve with fairness and respect in this key position.
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Long-Time Minister McIver Elected as Alberta Legislature Speaker
Alberta Municipal Affairs Minister Ric McIver has resigned from cabinet and taken on the role of speaker in the Legislative Assembly. McIver replaces Nathan Cooper, who left the role of speaker to become the new U.S. envoy for the province. McIver was voted into the speaker’s role on May 13, defeating Opposition NDP MLA Heather Sweet for the job. Premier Danielle Smith announced McIver’s departure on social media just hours before congratulating…
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Alberta cabinet minister Ric McIver resigns post as Speaker vote looms
EDMONTON - Alberta Municipal Affairs Minister Ric McIver has resigned from cabinet amid speculation he will run for the vacant position of Speaker of the house.
·Peterborough, Canada
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