Kent Smith (Canadian politician)

James Brian Kent Smith (born December 27) is a Canadian politician, who was elected to the Nova Scotia House of Assembly in the 2021 Nova Scotia general election.[2] He represents the riding of Eastern Shore as a member of the Progressive Conservative Association of Nova Scotia.

Kent Smith
Member of the Nova Scotia House of Assembly
for Eastern Shore
Assumed office
August 17, 2021
Preceded byKevin Murphy
Personal details
Born
James Brian Kent Smith

December 27[1]
Political partyProgressive Conservative

On September 14, 2023, Smith was appointed to the Executive Council of Nova Scotia as Minister of Fisheries and Aquaculture.[3]

He is an entrepreneur and active community volunteer.[4]

References

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  1. ^ Biographical Directory of MLAs from 1984 to the Present Nova Scotia Legislature
  2. ^ Aly Thomson, "Prominent Liberals lose seats as Tories make gains". CBC News Nova Scotia, August 17, 2021.
  3. ^ "N.S. premier shuffles cabinet, appoints first Black woman". CBC News. September 14, 2023. Retrieved February 22, 2024.
  4. ^ "Nova Scotia Legislature-MLA Profile". Nova Scotia Legislature. Nova Scotia House of Assembly. 18 October 2021. Retrieved 18 October 2021.