Twila Rose Grosse (born 1961 or 1962) is a Canadian politician, who was elected to the Nova Scotia House of Assembly in the 2023 Preston provincial by-election.[2] She is the first Black Canadian member of the Progressive Conservative Association of Nova Scotia caucus.[3]
Twila Grosse | |
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Member of the Nova Scotia House of Assembly for Preston | |
Assumed office August 8, 2023 | |
Preceded by | Angela Simmonds |
Personal details | |
Born | Twila Rose Grosse[1] 1961/1962 |
Political party | Progressive Conservative Association of Nova Scotia |
Early life and education
editGrosse grew up in Cherry Brook, Nova Scotia and graduated from Mount Saint Vincent University in 1983.[4]
Career
editGrosse worked at the Halifax Stanfield International Airport for 36 years until her retirement in 2020, having worked as Budget Analyst, Business Planning Manager and Accountant.[4][5]
References
edit- ^ Biographical Directory of MLAs from 1984 to the Present Nova Scotia Legislature
- ^ Michael Gorman, "PC candidate Twila Grosse wins Preston byelection". CBC News Nova Scotia, August 8, 2023.
- ^ Matthew Byard, "Twila Grosse said no decision yet on her role with African Nova Scotian Affairs, joining caucus". Halifax Examiner, August 11, 2023.
- ^ a b Governance Committee Board Nominations Report United Way Halifax
- ^ "Twila Grosse to run for PC Party in upcoming Preston byelection". CBC News Nova Scotia, June 20, 2023.