Indigenous Minister Scott Reid says the Women in Leadership conference was "enlightening"

    Thursday, 10 October 2024 07:00

    By Tonya Organ

    He listened to what was being said and found it very enlightening to hear women in leadership talk about their experiences where often times where they were the only woman in a room of men.

    The Minister responsible for Indigenous Affairs and Reconciliation, Scott Reid also attended the Women in Leadership event. He listened to what was being said and found it very enlightening to hear women in leadership talk about their experiences where often times where they were the only woman in a room of men. The Minister brought greetings on behalf of government. He says these women are natural leaders,  Chiefs like Joanne Miles, O’Dell Pike, Jenny Brake and Marilyn John. Reid says there was a lot of teaching at the event and was touching and emotional on times. 

     

     

    To report an error, submit a news tip, or provide feedback, please e-mail news@bayfm.ca or call (709) 637-0183.

    More from Local News

     

     

     

    BayFM recognizes support from the following agencies:

                        

    Today's Weather

    • Corner Brook

      Heavy rain shower

      High: 11°C | Low: 0°C

    • Deer Lake

      Medium-level cloud

      High: 10°C | Low: -2°C

    • Stephenville

      Sunny intervals

      High: 13°C | Low: 2°C

    Recently Played

    Podcasts

    • BayFM On-Demand

      Participation Challenge in Stephenville

      The Town of Stephenville is taking part in the Participation Challenge this month

    • Sunday Night Geek

      Sunday Night Geek, May 31, 2026

      Sunday Night Geek, May 31, 2026

    • Sunday Scoffs and Scuffs

      Chad Lepreieur on "Sunday Scoffs and Scuffs"

      Chad Lepreieur on "Sunday Scoffs and Scuffs", May31, 2026