Riverview MLA Bruce Fitch and Saint John East MLA Glenn Savoie (Photo: Government of NB)

Changes Made To Provincial Cabinet

Tara Clow February 21, 2020 12:01 pm Last Updated on February 7, 2026 4:24 pm

New Brunswick’s premier provided an update to his Cabinet today.

This comes after Robert Gauvin stepped away from the Conservatives, and his role as Deputy Premier, amongst other ministerial roles.

MLA for Riverview Bruce Fitch becomes the new Tourism, Heritage and Culture Minister.

“I’m excited about that. We’re an outdoor family, love to camp and kayak and enjoy nature. I am looking forward to taking on that department.,” Fitch says.

Fitch was first elected in 2003 and has served as minister in several other departments including energy, justice and economic government.

Saint John East MLA Glen Savoie will serve as the minister responsible for La Francophonie.

He was first elected in 2010, and holds several other roles including as the government house leader.

Premier Higgs did not name a new Deputy Premier.

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