Manitoba Public Insurance appoints new board of directors

A new board of directors has been appointed by the Manitoba government for Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI).

“We are acting quickly to appoint a proven team of leaders dedicated to setting a new direction and preserving our public auto insurance model,” said Justice Minister Matt Wiebe.

The appointments come as the province notes the MPI’s 1,700 employees have been on strike since Aug. 28.

“There is a clear need for oversight, accountability, and a new relationship with employees, and I am confident that this board has the experience and ability to find that ground,” Wiebe said.

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The board of directors will be chaired by Carmen Nedohin, who formerly chaired the Manitoba Liquor Control Commission.

“I am excited to start working with the board and want to thank all members for accepting this responsibility,” said Wiebe. “This board will stay on top of operations and provide the oversight required to return MPI to its once great status as a leader in the field providing Manitobans with affordable insurance.”

In addition to Nedohin, the new board members are Gina McKay, Luke Johnston, Candy Wong, Fran Frederickson, Marilyn McLaren, JD Devgan, Diane Roussin, and Christian Dandeneau.