There’s a New Judge in the North. Attorney General Andrew Swan has announced the appointment of a new judge to the provincial court.  Catherine Hembroff of The Pas has been appointed to the court in Thompson.

Swan says Judge Hembroff has been living in northern Manitoba for almost two decades practicing criminal law as a Crown Attorney and taking part in a number of community activities. Adding her extensive experience and expertise will be a valuable asset in her new role.

After receiving her law degree from the University of Manitoba in 1994, Hembroff began working as a provincial Crown Attorney in 1995, serving in The Pas and other northern communities.  In 2008 she became the supervising Senior Crown Attorney in the Pas.

The appointment is effective immediately with an official swearing in ceremony to be held as soon as possible.