Alex Ruff
- Born
- 1974
- Education
- Graduated from the Royal Military College of Canada in 1997 with an honours degree in space science.
- Career
- Retired Colonel in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF).
- Political Experience
- Elected to represent the riding of Bruce—Grey—Owen Sound in the House of Commons of Canada in the 2019 federal election and re-elected in both the 2021 Canadian federal election and 2025 Canadian federal election.
- Notable
- Grew up on a farm just outside of Tara, ON. He is the eldest of five boys.
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Business & Financial Interests
Before entering politics, Alex Ruff had a 25-year career in the Canadian Armed Forces. He served in various roles, including commanding the 1st Battalion of The Royal Canadian Regiment, and retired at the rank of Colonel. His public disclosures primarily list his Member of Parliament employment income.
Key Relationships & Connections
Alex Ruff was endorsed by his predecessor, Larry Miller, who served as the Conservative Member of Parliament for Bruce—Grey—Owen Sound for 15 years before retiring in 2019. This endorsement was seen as a significant factor in Ruff securing the party's nomination for the riding.
Public Controversies
In May 2022, during a debate in the House of Commons, Ruff reportedly told Liberal MP Jennifer O'Connell to "check your blood pressure." The comment was criticized by other MPs as being inappropriate and unparliamentary. Ruff later issued an apology in the House for his remark.
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Alex Ruff won with 35,484 votes (53.0%)
Total votes cast: 66,911
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