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Chuck Furey

b. 1954

Member of the Newfoundland and Labrador House of Assembly, Canada

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About Chuck Furey

Born 1954. Chuck Furey is a Canadian politician.

Charles "Chuck" Furey (born March 6, 1954) is a former Canadian politician who represented the electoral district of St. Barbe in the Newfoundland and Labrador House of Assembly from 1985 to 2000.

The son of Leo Furey and Mary Bruce, he was born in Avondale and was educated in Antigonish and later St. John's, at St. Francis Xavier University and at Memorial University. In 1978, Furey married Diane Baird. Before entering politics, he was a high school teacher.

Furey served in the Newfoundland cabinet as Minister of Industry, Trade and Technology; as Minister of Mines and Energy; as Minister of Development and Tourism; and as Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Recreation.

He sat as a member of the Newfoundland and Labrador Liberal Party caucus. but lost to Loyola Hearn.

He was subsequently appointed as chief electoral officer of Newfoundland and Labrador in February 2006, and served until May 2007.

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Important facts

Born
6 March 1954, Avondale
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
Canada
Education
Memorial University of Newfoundland, St. Francis Xavier University

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Chuck Furey?

Member of the Newfoundland and Labrador House of Assembly, Canada

When was Chuck Furey born?

Chuck Furey was born on 6 March 1954 in Avondale.

What is Chuck Furey's occupation?

Chuck Furey is a politician.

What nationality is Chuck Furey?

Chuck Furey is Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Chuck Furey

· Wikidata: Q5115478

· DBpedia: Chuck Furey

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