She has mentored young students with English as a second language and helped steer a committee dedicated to helping vulnerable women gain access to education.
Lakhani was born inUganda andhas an honours degree in clinical biochemistry from the University of Manchester.
She has been in Edmonton for more than 40 years, owning and operating an early childhood education centre.
In 2005, she was awarded the Alberta Centennial Medal for outstanding achievementsin the province. And in2012, she was awarded the Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Medal honouring service to Canada.
Lieutenant-governors,the highest-ranking officers in each province, carry out a variety of official dutiesincludingswearing in the premier and cabinet, opening each session of the legislative assembly and signing bills into laws.
Ms. Lakhani is devoted to supporting people in her community, from new immigrants and young people, to women and families, Trudeau said in a news release Tuesday.
As lieutenant governor of Alberta, I know she will serve the people of her province and our country well, and continue to be a source of inspiration for all Canadians.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 30, 2020
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