Scott Reid
- Born
- 1964
- Political Experience
- Conservative Party of Canada MP
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Business & Financial Interests
Before entering politics, Scott Reid was an author and lecturer. He holds a PhD in Canadian history from Queen's University. He also worked as a researcher and advisor for Preston Manning, the founder of the Reform Party of Canada. His financial disclosures as a Member of Parliament have included various publicly traded securities, but no controlling interests in private companies have been widely reported.
Key Relationships & Connections
Scott Reid has a long-standing and well-documented political relationship with Preston Manning, the founder of the Reform Party. Reid served as Manning's chief of staff and constitutional advisor before being elected to Parliament. He is often considered part of the original Reform wing of the modern Conservative Party.
Public Controversies
Scott Reid has been involved in public debates over social issues. He has a consistent anti-abortion voting record and has supported motions in Parliament on the subject, which has drawn criticism from pro-choice groups. In 2017, he reportedly supported a controversial proposal by then-Conservative leadership candidate Kellie Leitch to screen new immigrants for 'anti-Canadian values,' a position that generated significant media attention and debate.
Where Scott falls on key policy spectrums
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Scott Reid won with 34,186 votes (50.4%)
Total votes cast: 67,813
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