Paula Jean Biggar (born 9 May 1955) is a

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politician. She was elected to the

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in the 2007 provincial election. She represented the electoral district of Tyne Valley-Linkletter and is a member of the

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until she was defeated in the

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. She previously held the title of "Deputy Speaker" of the House. A native of

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, Biggar received a diploma in Public Administration from the

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and was an educational assistant and municipal councillor prior to being elected. She lives in

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. On May 20, 2015, Biggar was appointed to the

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as Minister of Transportation, Infrastructure and Energy. She was given an additional role as Minister responsible for the Status of Women when

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resigned from cabinet the following day.

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