Cindy Lamoureux, Liberal MLA

By Linda Blair

Cindy Lamoureux was instrumental in seeing Bill 208, the establishment of a dedicated RTAM seat on the TRAF Board, become a part of legislation. RTAM is incredibly grateful to Cindy for all her work.

She first became interested in Bill 208 while meeting with our RTAM members. They explained the need for such a seat in that the representative would be from RTAM and would represent RTAM on their own pension board. The explanation made sense. She agreed with the rationale. Lobbying does work.

Learning that RTAM represents 11,000 retired teachers who now live across Canada impressed Cindy. The realization that both the NDP and the Conservatives introduced the same Bill when in opposition was also important. Being a part of the process to pass this bill seemed to make sense and to be self-explanatory.

In the past, other bills may have taken priority. Now was the time to introduce this bill once again. Cindy set to work focusing on promoting this bill to all her fellow colleagues. She worked diligently at defining the qualities of this bill and stressing the importance it had to fellow retired teachers. Relationships do matter.

The day came that Bill 208 passed third reading. Success!

As Education Critic, Cindy has been focused on matters surrounding education. She has a master’s degree among other qualifications and now wants to pursue an Education Degree when time will allow her to do so. She loves learning.

Her next goal is focused on acquiring an independent Seniors Advocate to serve in a similar capacity as the Children’s Advocate.

RTAM graciously thanks Cindy for the pivotal role she played in moving Bill 208 into law. We wish Cindy all the best in the days ahead.