Susie Chant

Susie Chant is a Canadian politician, health care worker, and retired navy reserve member who has served as a member of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia (MLA) representing the electoral district of North Vancouver-Seymour since 2020. She is a member of the New Democratic Party.

Early career and education Chant worked as a registered nurse in community care with Vancouver Coastal Health prior to her election to the legislature. During her first year in office, she continued working as a nurse to assist with the COVID-19 pandemic response, including administering vaccines.

Her nursing career also included international work, such as teaching nursing students in Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands and working in children’s psychiatry in Hawaii.

In addition to her health care career, Chant served for more than 40 years in the Royal Canadian Navy Reserves, remaining active in the reserves during part of her time in office until her retirement in 2022.

Political career Chant was elected to the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia in 2020 as the MLA for North Vancouver-Seymour. She is also the MLA responsible for British Columbia’s Consular Corps.

Personal life Chant and her husband have two adult daughters and served as foster parents for 12 years.

She has been active in community organizations, including long-term involvement with the Girl Guides of Canada as a member and former leader. She has also served as a Sun Run clinic leader for 25 years, promoting physical activity in her community.

Her husband, Rick, operates a home-based business repairing and maintaining augmentative technology for people with significant disabilities.

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