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Joel Matheson

b. 1930

Canadian politician

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About Joel Matheson

Born 1930. Joel Matheson is a Canadian politician.

Joel Rand Matheson (born February 18, 1930 is a former lawyer, business owner and political figure in Nova Scotia. He represented Halifax Bedford Basin in the Nova Scotia House of Assembly from 1978 to 1993 as a Progressive Conservative.

Early life and education He was born in Halifax, Nova Scotia, the son of Rand Matheson, and was educated in Moncton, New Brunswick, at St. Francis Xavier University and finally graduating with an LL.B. from Dalhousie University in 1954.

Political career Matheson served in the provincial cabinet as Minister of Finance, Minister of Mines and Energy, Minister of Health and Attorney General. He was defeated by Gerry Fogarty when he ran for reelection in 1993. Also in 1993, Matheson ran unsuccessfully in the federal riding of Halifax West as a Progressive Conservative, losing to Geoff Regan.

In 2009, he was named chairman of the board of directors for Canasur Gold.

Personal life In 1953, he married Ruth MacRobert.

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Important facts

Born
18 February 1930, Halifax
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
Canada
Positions held
Member of the Nova Scotia House of Assembly
Also known as
Joel Rand Matheson

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Canadian politician

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Joel Matheson was born on 18 February 1930 in Halifax.

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Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Joel Matheson

· Wikidata: Q16091528

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