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Bob Lagassé
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| Member of the Legislative Assembly of Manitoba for Dawson Trail | |
| Assumed office April 19, 2016 |
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| Preceded by | Ron Lemieux |
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| Nationality | Canadian |
| Political party | Progressive Conservative |
| Residences | Landmark, Manitoba |
| Occupation | Foster parent, social service sector worker |
Bob Lagassé is a Canadian politician from the province of Manitoba. He is a member of the Legislative Assembly of Manitoba, which is like the provincial parliament where laws are made for Manitoba. He represents an area called Dawson Trail and belongs to the Progressive Conservative Party of Manitoba.
Who is Bob Lagassé?
Bob Lagassé was first elected as a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) in the 2016 election. Before becoming a politician, he worked as a foster parent and in social services, helping people in his community. He is proud of his French and Métis heritage.
His Journey into Politics
In 2015, Bob Lagassé surprised many people when he won the chance to represent his party in the Dawson Trail area. He beat several well-known candidates to get this nomination. He is also known for his unique look, including a sleeve-length tattoo and earrings. This is quite noticeable in the Dawson Trail area, which is known for being quite traditional.
What He Does Now
Bob Lagassé was re-elected by the people of Dawson Trail in both the 2019 and 2023 provincial elections. This means he has been chosen by voters three times to represent them. As of October 24, 2023, he has important roles in the government. He is the Shadow Minister for Mental Health, which means he focuses on issues related to mental well-being. He is also the Shadow Minister for Francophone Affairs, working on matters important to French-speaking people in Manitoba.
