Government and Political Experience
She was first elected to the Canadian House of Commons in 1984 and held the following government posts:
| Position | Term |
|---|---|
| Secretary of State for External Affairs | 1991.04.21 - 1993.06.24 |
| Minister of State (Youth) (Acting) | 1990.01.24 - 1990.02.22 |
| Minister of Employment and Immigration | 1988.03.31 - 1991.04.20 |
| Minister of State (Privatization) | 1986.06.30 - 1988.03.30 |
| Minister responsible for the Status of Women | 1986.06.30 - 1990.02.22 |
| Minister of State (Finance) | 1984.09.17 - 1986.06.29 |
McDougall has remained active in conservative political circles. She was a member of the Red Tory Council and supported auto-parts magnate Belinda Stronach's campaign to become leader of the new Conservative Party of Canada in winter 2004.
On December 18, 2006, it was announced that she would be appointed as a panelist on the Internal Trade Implementation Act for a period of five years.
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