Racquel Hilbert is a Canadian politician who was elected to the

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in the

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, representing Humboldt-Watrous as a member of the

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Early life

Before politics she worked as a teacher and the founder of a drilling company.

Controversies

Racist remark

In April 2025, Hilbert apologized for falsely describing federal NDP Leader

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as a 'terrorist' during a March 25 legislative debate. Hilbert later admitted the comment was inaccurate and inappropriate, withdrawing it amid public backlash and condemnation from the

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. Following her remarks, she was stripped of her legislative committee roles but remains in the Saskatchewan Party caucus. Despite public backlash and calls for her removal, Premier

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limited disciplinary action, while the legislature later passed a bill recognizing April as

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References

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