Leela Aheer
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Leela Sharon Aheer ECA (born September 26, 1970) is a Canadian politician who was elected in the 2015 Alberta election to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, and re-elected in the 2019 Alberta general election.
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Leela Aheer | |
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Minister of Culture, Multiculturalism & Status of Women | |
In office April 30, 2019 – July 8, 2021 | |
Premier | Jason Kenney |
Preceded by | Danielle Larivee |
Succeeded by | Ron Orr |
Deputy Leader of the United Conservative Party | |
In office October 30, 2017 – July 8, 2021 | |
Leader | Jason Kenney |
Preceded by | Position established |
Succeeded by | Vacant |
Member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta for Chestermere-Strathmore (Chestermere-Rocky View; 2015–2019) | |
In office May 5, 2015 – May 1, 2023 | |
Preceded by | Bruce McAllister |
Succeeded by | Chantelle de Jonge |
Personal details | |
Born | Leela Sharon Aheer (1970-09-26) September 26, 1970 (age 53) Edmonton, Alberta, Canada |
Political party | United Conservative |
Other political affiliations | Wildrose (2015–17) |
Residence(s) | Chestermere, Alberta, Canada |
Alma mater | University of Calgary University of Manitoba (B.M.) |
Occupation | Business owner, music teacher[1] |
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On June 8, 2022, Aheer announced her candidacy in the 2022 United Conservative Party leadership election.[2] She came last in the election.