Brian served as the Federal Minister of Industry from October 2000 to January 2002. During his tenure as Minister of Industry, Brian worked with all sectors of the Canadian economy to improve Canada’s innovation performance.

Previously he served as the Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador from 1996 - 2000. He won two consecutive majority governments in provincial elections held in February 1996 and February 1999. As Premier, Brian set an aggressive development agenda. Newfoundland and Labrador’s economic turnaround was dramatic during his tenure. From 1998 -2001 the province’s Gross Domestic Product was one of the fastest growing in Canada.

Brian served as a Member of Parliament from 1980 - 1996 and served as Minister of Fisheries and Oceans in the federal cabinet from 1993 - 1996.

Brian is a Senior Business Advisor with Fraser Milner Casgrain LLP in Toronto and a member of the firm's Public Policy Group. He brings an added perspective to FMC’s strong capabilities in serving the business needs of leading and developing Canadian businesses.

Brian and his wife, Jodean, live in Manotick and have three children.