Heather McPherson
- Born
- 1972
- Political Experience
- Canadian politician in Alberta
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Before entering federal politics, Heather McPherson had a career in the non-profit sector focused on international development. She served as the Executive Director of the Alberta Council for Global Cooperation, an organization that works on global development and social justice issues. Her professional background is centered on advocacy and management within non-governmental organizations.
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Heather McPherson succeeded former NDP Member of Parliament Linda Duncan in the riding of Edmonton Strathcona. The riding has been a stronghold for the NDP, and Duncan held the seat for over a decade before deciding not to run for re-election in 2019. As a prominent member of the NDP caucus, she works closely with party leader Jagmeet Singh and serves as the party's critic for foreign affairs and international development.
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Heather McPherson won with 28,027 votes (47.0%)
Total votes cast: 59,687
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