Prime Minister Carney announces the appointment of new Chief Justice of Newfoundland and Labrador

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Prime Minister Carney announces the appointment of new Chief Justice of Newfoundland and Labrador

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OTTAWA, ON, June 15, 2026 /CNW/ - Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, announced the appointment of the Honourable Daniel Boone as the new Chief Justice of Newfoundland and Labrador.

Daniel Boone is currently a judge of the Court of Appeal of Newfoundland and Labrador.

Chief Justice Boone replaces the Honourable Deborah E. Fry, who retired effective February 12, 2026.

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SOURCE Prime Minister's Office