John Nater

ConservativePerth—WellingtonOntario

1085Votes Cast

13Speeches

0Bills Sponsored

Background

Born: February 14, 1984 — Logan Township (now part of the Township of West Perth)
Education: Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management from Carleton in 2007; Master of Public Administration from Queen's University in 2008; PhD candidate at Western University in political science (as of 2014)
Career: Volunteer intern and special assistant for MP Gary Schellenberger; executive assistant to MPP Randy Pettapiece; grievance analyst with the Correctional Service of Canada; policy analyst at the Treasury Board of Canada; lecturer at King's University College (2012-2014)
Political Experience: West Perth councilor (2010-2014); Member of Parliament for Perth—Wellington (2015-present)
Notable: Known for expertise in parliamentary procedure; Assistant Deputy Speaker and Assistant Deputy Chair of Committee of the Whole (2025)

Public Profile

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Business & Financial Interests

Before entering federal politics, John Nater worked as a lecturer at King's University College at Western University. He also served in municipal government as a councillor for the Municipality of West Perth. Public records from the Ethics Commissioner have reportedly shown rental income from a property in Mitchell, Ontario.

Key Relationships & Connections

Within the Conservative Party, John Nater has held several leadership roles, including serving as the Deputy House Leader of the Opposition under former leader Andrew Scheer. This position placed him in a key strategic role within the party's parliamentary team. He has also served in various shadow cabinet positions under different leaders, including as Shadow Minister for Canadian Heritage.

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House Seat

2025 Election Results — Perth—Wellington

John Nater won with 33,972 votes (53.0%)

John Nater(Conservative)33,972 (53.0%)

David Mackey(Liberal)26,142 (40.8%)

Kevin Kruchkywich(NDP-New Democratic Party)2,909 (4.5%)

Wayne Baker(People's Party)1,069 (1.7%)

Total votes cast: 64,092

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Recent Activity

Jun 18, 2026

NayVoting on Bill C-30, a proposed law to carry out parts of the spring economic update from April 28, 2026.

Jun 17, 2026

NayDebating proposed law Bill C-26, which would let the government spend money to increase the number of homes available.

Jun 17, 2026

NayThis vote is about Bill C-267, a proposed law to create a country-wide plan to make electronics and important home appliances last longer.

Jun 17, 2026

YeaThis vote is about withdrawing Bill C-9, a proposed law to change the Criminal Code regarding hate propaganda, hate crime, and access to religious or cultural places.

Jun 17, 2026

NayThis vote sets the rules for quickly processing Bill C-22, a proposed law about lawful access.

Jun 17, 2026

NayThe House is considering changes the Senate suggested for proposed law Bill C-9, which is about hate speech, hate crimes, and getting into religious or cultural places.

Jun 17, 2026

YeaThis vote is about changing the plan for how Bill C-22, a proposed law about lawful access, will be handled.

Jun 16, 2026

NayThis vote is to stop the debate on Government Business No. 11.

Jun 16, 2026

YeaA proposal to end the House's meeting for the day.

Jun 16, 2026

YeaThis vote is about a change to the plan for reviewing Bill C-26, a proposed law to spend money on building more homes.

Jun 16, 2026

NayThis vote decides how Parliament will deal with Bill C-26, a proposed law to spend money on housing.

Jun 16, 2026

NayVote to begin the day's scheduled work.

Jun 15, 2026

NayThis vote decides if they should stop debating Government Business No. 12.

Jun 15, 2026

NayA vote to start the scheduled business for the day.

Jun 15, 2026

YeaThis vote is about a proposed change to Bill C-30, a proposed law that would carry out parts of the spring economic update from April 28, 2026.

Jun 15, 2026

YeaThis vote is about changing the way Parliament handles proposed law C-30, which aims to carry out parts of the spring economic update from April 28, 2026.

Jun 15, 2026

NayThis vote is about speeding up the process for Bill C-30, a proposed law about the spring economic plan presented to Parliament on April 28, 2026.

Jun 15, 2026

NayThis vote sets a time limit for discussing Bill C-9, a proposed law that changes the Criminal Code about hate propaganda, hate crime, and access to religious or cultural places.

Jun 15, 2026

DebateCar Accident in Mapleton

Mr. Speaker, words can barely describe the tragedy that took place in Mapleton on Friday evening, when five young lives were taken in the blink of an eye. Five children, ages four, six, eight, 10 and 12 years old, were killed in a horrible collision, and five other family members were seriously injured. Today our thoughts and prayers are with the family and their community of Elmira as they

Jun 11, 2026

NayA motion to start the day's planned business.