Ben Carr (politician)
Ruben "Ben" Carr MP (born 1986/1987) is a Canadian politician who was elected to the Canadian House of Commons in a by-election on June 19, 2023. He is a member of the Liberal Party of Canada. He succeeded his father, Jim Carr, who died in office on December 12, 2022, as the representative for the federal riding of Winnipeg South Centre.[1]
Ben Carr | |
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| Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South Centre | |
| Assumed office June 19, 2023 | |
| Preceded by | Jim Carr |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1986 or 1987 (age 36–37) Winnipeg, Manitoba |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Political party | Liberal |
| Domestic partner | Amy Kolbinson |
| Relations | Fern G. Z. Carr (aunt) |
| Parents |
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| Residence | River Heights, Winnipeg |
| Alma mater | University of Winnipeg (B.Ed.) Carleton University (B.A.) |
| Profession | Educator, consultant |
Carr has worked as the vice president of Indigenous Strategy Alliance, a consulting firm; as a high school teacher, coach, and principal; and as a former federal Liberal government staffer.[2]
References
- "Liberal candidates projected to win two federal byelections, Tory takes Manitoba seat". CBC News. June 19, 2023. Retrieved June 19, 2023.
- "Liberal's Ben Carr to take father's seat in Winnipeg South Centre". CTV News Winnipeg. 2023-06-20. Retrieved 2023-06-20.
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