Ralph Eichler

Ralph Eichler (born March 23, 1950) is a politician in Manitoba, Canada. He is a member of Manitoba legislature for the riding of Lakeside.[1]

Before entering politics, Eichler served for eight years as the administrator of the Interlake School Division. He also owned and operated Prairie Farm Ranch Supply, an exporter of livestock handling equipment. In the latter capacity, he oversaw the invention of a device known as "The Stockdoctor", now used internationally. Eichler has also served as a director on the Prairie Implements Manufacturers Association and the Teulon Golf and Country Club, as well as serving as President of the Interlake Riding Club.[1]

In the Manitoba election of 2003, Eichler was elected to the Manitoba legislature as a Progressive Conservative, defeating New Democrat Robert Marshall by 4102 votes to 3012.[2] The seat had previously been held by Harry Enns for 34 years, and before that by Douglas Campbell for 47.

The 2003 election was won by the New Democrats, and Eichler sits in opposition.

He was re-elected in the 2007,[3] 2011,[4] and 2016 provincial elections.[5][6]

On May 3, 2016, Eichler was appointed to the Executive Council of Manitoba as Minister of Agriculture.[7][8]

References

  1. 1 2 Goy. "Ralph Eichler - Our Team". Progressive Conservative Caucus of Manitoba web site. Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada: PC Manitoba. Retrieved February 9, 2011.
  2. ↑ "Manitoba Votes 2003 - Lakeside". Manitoba Votes 2003. Toronto: CBC News. Retrieved February 9, 2011.
  3. ↑ "Manitoba Votes 2007 - Riding Profiles - Lakeside". Manitoba Votes 2007. Toronto: CBC News. Retrieved February 9, 2011.
  4. ↑ "It's Eichler all around in Lakeside vote". The Interlake Spectator. October 12, 2011. Retrieved May 20, 2016.
  5. ↑ "Local PC candidates part of provincial sweep". The Headliner. Winnipeg Free Press. April 25, 2016. Retrieved May 20, 2016.
  6. ↑ "Eichler wins fourth term, says health care at top of list". The Stonewall Argus. April 21, 2016. Retrieved May 20, 2016.
  7. ↑ "Brian Pallister sworn in as Manitoba premier". CBC News. May 3, 2016. Retrieved May 20, 2016.
  8. ↑ "Meet Manitoba's new government cabinet members". CBC News. May 3, 2016. Retrieved May 20, 2016.

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