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Keith Irving

b. 1958

Canadian politician

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About Keith Irving

Born 1958. Keith Irving is a Canadian politician and architect.

Keith Irving (born 1958) is a Canadian politician, who was elected to the Nova Scotia House of Assembly in the 2013 provincial election. A member of the Nova Scotia Liberal Party, he represents the electoral district of Kings South. Irving has previously served on Wolfville Town Council and Iqaluit Town Council. Irving is a former architect by trade.

In 2017, Irving was re-elected in Kings South.

On February 23, 2021, Irving was appointed to the Executive Council of Nova Scotia as Minister of Environment and Climate Change, and Chair of Treasury and Policy Board. Irving was re-elected in the 2021 election, however the Rankin Liberals lost government becoming the Official Opposition.

On July 19, 2024, Irving announced he would not run in the 2024 Nova Scotia general election.

Electoral record Liberal Keith Irving

Progressive Conservative Peter Harrison

New Democratic Party Stephen Schneider

Liberal Keith Irving

New Democratic Party Ramona Jennex

Progressive Conservative Shane MacKenzie Buchan

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Important facts

Born
1958, Moncton
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Politician, architect
Nationality
Canada
Positions held
Member of the Nova Scotia House of Assembly
Also known as
Richard Keith Irving

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Keith Irving?

Canadian politician

When was Keith Irving born?

Keith Irving was born in 1958 in Moncton.

What is Keith Irving's occupation?

Keith Irving is a politician and architect.

What nationality is Keith Irving?

Keith Irving is Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Keith Irving

· Wikidata: Q15280716

· DBpedia: Keith Irving

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