Salma Lakhani (Photo: Norquest College)

By rdnewsNOW staff

historic appointment

Salma Lakhani named Alberta’s lieutenant-governor, first Muslim in role in Canada

Jun 30, 2020 | 12:05 PM

OTTAWA – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has named business owner and philanthropist Salma Lakhani as Alberta’s new lieutenant-governor.

When she formally takes over the role, Lakhani will become Canada’s first Muslim lieutenant-governor.

She replaces Lois Mitchell as the Queen’s representative in the province.

Lakhani has been long recognized for her work and philanthropy in a range of fields, including health care and human rights.

She has mentored young students with English as a second language and helped steer a committee dedicated to helping vulnerable women gain access to education.

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Lakhani was born in Uganda and has an honours degree in clinical biochemistry from the University of Manchester.

“Ms. Lakhani is devoted to supporting people in her community, from new immigrants and young people, to women and families. As Lieutenant Governor of Alberta, I know she will serve the people of her province and our country well, and continue to be a source of inspiration for all Canadians,” Trudeau said.

(With file from The Canadian Press)