Deputy Premier of Manitoba

The Deputy Premier is a cabinet minister in the province of Manitoba, Canada. The position has existed for several years, but only appears to have become a full-fledged cabinet portfolio in 1988.

The minister fulfills the responsibilities of the Premier of Manitoba, at times when the Premier is absent.

List of Deputy Premiers of Manitoba

  Name Party Took Office Left Office
     Glen Cummings
 Progressive Conservative May 9, 1988 September 27, 1990
     James Downey
 Progressive Conservative September 27, 1990 February 5, 1999
     Jean Friesen
 New Democratic Party October 5, 1999 June 25, 2003
     Rosann Wowchuk
 New Democratic Party June 25, 2003 October 3, 2011
     Eric Robinson
 New Democratic Party November 3, 2009 incumbent

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