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Bill McKnight
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| Minister of Energy, Mines, and Resources | |
| In office January 4, 1993 – June 24, 1993 |
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| Prime Minister | Brian Mulroney |
| Preceded by | Arthur Jacob Epp |
| Succeeded by | Bobbie Sparrow |
| Minister of Agriculture | |
| In office April 21, 1991 – January 3, 1993 |
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| Prime Minister | Brian Mulroney |
| Preceded by | Don Mazankowski |
| Succeeded by | Charles Mayer |
| Minister of National Defence | |
| In office January 30, 1989 – April 20, 1991 |
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| Prime Minister | Brian Mulroney |
| Preceded by | Perrin Beatty |
| Succeeded by | Marcel Masse |
| Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development | |
| In office June 30, 1986 – January 29, 1989 |
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| Prime Minister | Brian Mulroney |
| Preceded by | David Crombie |
| Succeeded by | Pierre Cadieux |
| Minister of Labour | |
| In office September 17, 1984 – June 30, 1986 |
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| Prime Minister | Brian Mulroney |
| Preceded by | André Ouellet |
| Succeeded by | Pierre Cadieux |
| Member of Parliament for Kindersley—Lloydminster |
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| In office May 22, 1979 – October 25, 1993 |
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| Preceded by | Riding established |
| Succeeded by | Elwin Hermanson |
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William Hunter McKnight
July 12, 1940 Elrose, Saskatchewan, Canada |
| Died | October 4, 2019 (aged 79) Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada |
| Political party | Progressive Conservative |
| Occupation | Politician, farmer |
William Hunter McKnight, often called Bill McKnight, was an important Canadian politician. He was born on July 12, 1940, and passed away on October 4, 2019. Bill McKnight served in the Canadian House of Commons from 1979 to 1993. During the government of Brian Mulroney, he held many important jobs. These included being the Minister of National Defence and the Minister of Agriculture. He also worked as a special Treaty Commissioner for the province of Saskatchewan.
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About Bill McKnight
Bill McKnight was born in a place called Wartime, Saskatchewan. He started his career as a farmer before becoming a politician.
His Roles in Government
Bill McKnight was a member of the Progressive Conservative government. This government was led by Prime Minister Brian Mulroney. Bill McKnight held several important positions, which are like being a minister in charge of different parts of the country's work.
- Minister of Labour: From 1984 to 1986, he was in charge of things related to jobs and workers.
- Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development: From 1986 to 1989, he worked on issues related to Indigenous communities and the northern parts of Canada.
- Minister of National Defence: From 1989 to 1991, he was responsible for Canada's military and defence. This was during the first Gulf War.
- Minister of Agriculture: From 1991 to 1993, he oversaw Canada's farming and food industry.
- Minister of Energy, Mines and Resources: In 1993, he was in charge of Canada's energy, mining, and natural resources.
On September 17, 1984, he was sworn into the Queen's Privy Council for Canada. This is a group of important people who advise the Queen's representative in Canada.
Working with Indigenous Communities
Bill McKnight was given the special title of Honorary Chief by the Muskeg Lake Cree Nation. This shows how much they respected him. A large area of land in Saskatoon, about 36 acres, was named the McKnight Commercial Centre. The Muskeg Lake Cree Nation named it after him. They did this to thank him for his work in creating government rules for Land Claims Settlements. These settlements help Indigenous communities get back their traditional lands.
Bill McKnight passed away in Saskatoon on October 4, 2019, when he was 79 years old.
Honours and Awards
Bill McKnight was recognized for his contributions to Saskatchewan. He was made a Member of the Saskatchewan Order of Merit. This is a special award given to people who have done great things for the province.
