Premier Tim Houston pays tribute to former cabinet minister Charles MacNeil

‘He was a well-respected community leader, a dedicated public servant and a fiercely proud Nova Scotian,’ Houston said about MacNeil, who passed away on June 18

CityNews Halifax Staff

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Today, Premier Tim Houston commemorated the life of former cabinet minister Dr. Charles “Chuck” MacNeil, who passed away on June 18.

“I was sorry to learn of Dr. MacNeil’s death,” Houston said. “He was a well-respected community leader, a dedicated public servant and a fiercely proud Nova Scotian. Our province is better because of his service.”

MacNeil was a family doctor who served as municipal councillor for the Municipality of the District of St. Mary’s.

He was elected as the MLA for Guysborough in 1984 and was re-elected four years after. As an MLA, MacNeil also served as minister of lands and forests, minister of mines and energy, as well as minister of finance.

“My deepest sympathies go to Betty, their children Timothy, Angela, David and Andrew and all of Dr. MacNeil’s family and friends,” Houston said.