Alexander Hickman facts for kids
Thomas Alexander Hickman (born October 19, 1925 – died January 11, 2016) was an important Canadian person who worked as a lawyer, a politician, and a judge. He was born in a place called Grand Bank, Newfoundland. He spent many years helping the people of Newfoundland and Labrador.
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Who Was Thomas Alexander Hickman?
Thomas Hickman was a very busy person who had several important jobs. He was a lawyer, which means he helped people with legal matters. He also became a judge, making fair decisions in court.
A Life in Public Service
From 1966 to 1979, Thomas Hickman was a member of the Newfoundland and Labrador House of Assembly. This is like being a representative for the people in the government. He worked hard to make laws and decisions for his province.
Important Roles in Government
During his time in government, Mr. Hickman held many different jobs, called "cabinet positions." Each job was about helping a specific part of the province:
- Minister of Justice and Attorney General: This role meant he was the chief legal advisor for the government. He helped make sure laws were fair and followed.
- Minister of Health: In this job, he was in charge of healthcare for everyone in Newfoundland and Labrador. He worked to make sure people had good medical care.
- Minister Responsible for Intergovernmental Affairs: This role involved working with other governments, like the Canadian federal government or other provinces, to solve problems and make agreements.
- Minister of Finance: As Minister of Finance, he managed the province's money. He made decisions about how money was spent and collected.
- Minister of Education: In this position, he was responsible for schools and learning. He helped make sure students received a good education.
Later Years
Thomas Hickman passed away on January 11, 2016, when he was 90 years old. He is remembered for his long career serving the public in Newfoundland and Labrador.
