Heather Stefanson says she is stepping down as leader of Manitoba's Progressive Conservative Party after the NDP won a majority government in Tuesday's provincial election.
Manitoba Progressive Conservative Leader Heather Stefanson waves to supporters on Tuesday night.
"It has been the honour of my life serving the people of Manitoba with the many roles that I have held over the years," Stefanson told supporters gathered at the Canad Inns Fort Garry location Tuesday night.Stefanson did not set a timeline for her departure, but said she looks forward to working with the party to ensure the replacement process goes smoothly and that the PCs will "hold the new government's feet to the fire.
"Wab, I hope that your win tonight inspires a future generation of Indigenous youth to get involved in our democratic process — not just here in Manitoba but right across the country," she said.Heather Stefanson's Tuxedo seat seat is still in the balance, but she is resigning as the leader of the PC party. The former premier stepped down Tuesday as an orange wave sent the NDP to a majority government.
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