Tony Wakeham becomes 16th premier of Newfoundland and Labrador

Tony Wakeham has been sworn in as Newfoundland and Labrador’s 16th premier, marking the Progressive Conservatives’ return to power after nearly a decade following a majority victory in the Oct. 14 election. His cabinet, featuring 16 members with significant portfolios, includes notable appointments such as Barry Petten as deputy premier and Helen Conway Ottenheimer as minister of justice, while the outgoing Liberals seek recounts in three districts.