Johnston, Rita Margaret (1935–)
Johnston, Rita Margaret (1935–)
Canadian politician. Born Rita Margaret Leichert, April 22, 1935, in Melville, Saskatchewan, Canada; married.
First woman premier in Canada, was elected to British Columbia Legislature in provincial election for Surrey riding (1983), then represented Surrey Newton riding (1986–91); appointed to Cabinet position (1986); served as deputy premier (1990–91); chosen acting premier of British Columbia (April 2, 1991) and elected leader at the Social Credit leadership convention (July 20, 1991); served as premier until her party's defeat in provincial general election (Oct 17, 1991); resigned as Social Credit leader (Jan 11, 1992).
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