Russ Marchuk | |
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Member of the Saskatchewan Legislative Assembly for Regina Douglas Park | |
In office November 7, 2011 –March 8, 2016 | |
Preceded by | Dwain Lingenfelter |
Succeeded by | Nicole Sarauer |
Personal details | |
Born | September 1946 (age 75) Regina,Saskatchewan,Canada |
Political party | Saskatchewan Party |
Alma mater | University of Regina |
Occupation | educator |
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