Rob Morrison
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Business & Financial Interests
Before entering federal politics, Rob Morrison had a long career in law enforcement and public service. He is a retired Superintendent with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). Following his career with the RCMP, he reportedly worked as a diplomat and senior advisor with the Department of Foreign Affairs, where his roles included Director General of the Country of Origin Information branch.
Public Controversies
In early 2021, Rob Morrison faced criticism for comments he made during a virtual town hall meeting. He reportedly linked the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) to a rise in crime, suggesting that some recipients were using the funds for illegal drugs. Critics, including political opponents and social advocates, called the remarks unsubstantiated. Morrison later issued a statement clarifying that he was relaying concerns he had heard from constituents and law enforcement officials. In 2022, Morrison was criticized for a mailout sent to his constituents that reportedly contained misleading information about the federal carbon tax. The mailer claimed the tax would rise to a specific high level by 2030, a figure that fact-checkers and political opponents stated was inaccurate and based on a different, un-implemented policy proposal rather than the government's actual planned increases.
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Rob Morrison won with 36,081 votes (50.4%)
Total votes cast: 71,542
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