Michelle Thompson (politician)

Michelle Thompson is a Canadian politician, who was elected to the Nova Scotia House of Assembly in the 2021 Nova Scotia general election.[1] She represents the riding of Antigonish as a member of the Progressive Conservative Association of Nova Scotia.

The Honourable
Michelle Thompson
MLA
Member of the Nova Scotia House of Assembly
for Antigonish
Assumed office
August 17, 2021
Preceded byRandy Delorey
Personal details
Political partyProgressive Conservative
Residence(s)Cloverville, Nova Scotia
OccupationNurse, Politician

Prior to her election to the legislature, Thompson worked as a registered nurse.[2]

Thompson was sworn in as the Minister for Health and Wellness on August 31, 2021.[3]

Electoral record
2021 Nova Scotia general election
Party Candidate Votes%±%
Progressive ConservativeMichelle Thompson4,70749.98+14.86
LiberalRandy Delorey2,99731.82-11.56
New DemocraticMoraig Macgillivray1,55216.48-3.83
GreenWill Fraser1281.36
AtlanticaRyan Smyth340.36-0.83
Total valid votes 9,41899.59
Total rejected ballots 390.41
Turnout 9,45764.78
Eligible voters 14,599
Progressive Conservative gain from Liberal Swing +13.21
Source: Elections Nova Scotia[4]


References
  1. Aly Thomson, "Prominent Liberals lose seats as Tories make gains". CBC News Nova Scotia, August 17, 2021.
  2. Jack Julian, "Health care, housing top of mind for Antigonish candidates". CBC News Nova Scotia, August 2, 2021.
  3. "Nova Scotia Legislature-MLA Profile". Nova Scotia Legislature. Nova Scotia House of Assembly. 18 October 2021. Retrieved 18 October 2021.
  4. "Provincial General Election 2021-08-17- Official Results". Elections Nova Scotia. Retrieved October 7, 2021.


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