Father, we thank you for MLA Derek Johnson. We pray that he would sense your love and goodness as he works in the Interlake-Gimli district. May he feel encouraged as he serves the people of the community, strengthen him to accurately see the issues that are before him and assist him to make the right decisions. Bless his family with health, wholeness and may they be aware of Your presence in their lives. In Jesus’ mighty name. Amen
Derek Johnson was elected to his first term as the MLA for Interlake on April 19, 2016 and re-elected to represent Interlake-Gimli in 2019. In addition to his duties as MLA, he serves as the Minister of Agriculture. Prior to serving as MLA, Derek worked as a Financial Advisor serving area residents. He was the Assistant Branch Manager for a local financial institution. Derek was born and raised in Oak Point, where his family has resided for the past four generations. Derek now lives on the shores of Lake Manitoba with his wife Tara and their children, Skyler and Charmaine.