Background
Johnston, Rita Margaret was born on April 22, 1935 in Melville, Saskatchewan, Canada. Daughter of John R. and Annie Chyzzy L. Leichert.
Canadian provincial government official
Johnston, Rita Margaret was born on April 22, 1935 in Melville, Saskatchewan, Canada. Daughter of John R. and Annie Chyzzy L. Leichert.
Stenographer, manager, Bell Finance Ltd. alderman, District of Surrey, until 1983; member, Legislation Assembly, from 1983; minister municipal affairs, recreation and culture, B.C. Government, 1986-1989; minister transportation and highways, B.C. Government, 1989-1991; deputy premier, then premier, B.C. Government, 1991.
Member Surrey Business and Professional Women, Surrey Chamber of Commerce F C.
Married George Johnston. April 28, 1951; children: Darlene, Colleen, Rock.