For more than 30 years, Fred shared the stories of Newfoundlanders and Labradorians as a journalist and broadcaster, becoming one of the most trusted voices in the province during those three decades. In 2020, he left journalism and accepted a position as a Senior Advisor in the Premier’s Office.

Fred made the move into elected politics when he became the MHA for the district of Conception Bay East-Bell Island in a by-election in January 2024. Since then he has served in three portfolios; Minister responsible for Housing, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, and currently as the Minister of Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation.

Fred and his wife Bonnie reside in Portugal Cove – St. Philip’s, where they raised Matthew, Claire, Jenna and Ben.