Bryan Hayes

Bryan Hayes (born October 8, 1958) is a Canadian politician who served as the member of Parliament for the riding of Sault Ste. Marie from 2011 to 2015 as a member of the Conservative Party of Canada. Prior to entering federal politics, he served on the Sault Ste. Marie City Council from 2003 to 2010, representing Ward 3.

Background Hayes was born October 8, 1958, in Marville, France, where his father was stationed as a member of the Canadian Armed Forces. He graduated with honours from the marketing program at Cambrian College. Hayes also holds a degree in accounting from Laurentian University and completed his Certified General Accountanting designation.

Political career

Hayes served on Sault Ste. Marie City Council from 2003 to 2010, and was an active participant on many boards, including the District Social Services Administration Board, the Sault and Area Hospital Board of Directors, and the Sault Ste. Marie Downtown Association.

Hayes was elected to the House of Commons of Canada as a member of the Conservative Party of Canada in the 2011 federal election, representing the riding of Sault Ste. Marie. He defeated NDP incumbent Tony Martin, becoming the first Conservative candidate to win the riding since the 1984 election. He ran for re-election in the 2015 election, but was defeated by Liberal candidate Terry Sheehan.

Personal life

Hayes and his wife, Aida, have two children.

Electoral record