James Teitsma
James Teitsma MLA is a Canadian provincial politician, who was elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly of Manitoba for the riding of Radisson in the 2016 election.[1] He is a member of the Progressive Conservative party, and defeated NDP challenger Preet Singh.
James Teitsma | |
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| Member of the Legislative Assembly of Manitoba for Radisson | |
| Assumed office April 19, 2016 | |
| Preceded by | Bidhu Jha |
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| Born | April 14, 1971 Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada |
| Political party | Progressive Conservative |
| Website | jamesteitsma |
He was re-elected in the 2019 provincial election.
In February 2020, Teitsma faced backlash for posting opposition to a proposed program to provide breakfast to all schoolchildren in Manitoba schools,[2] stating that it would be better for families if children are able to eat meals at home.
References
- "Manitoba election results". Global News. 19 April 2016. Retrieved 20 April 2016.
- "Tory MLA calls proposed breakfast program a 'bad idea'". Winnipeg. 2020-02-27. Retrieved 2020-07-01.
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