WELLINGTON COUNTY – Both of Wellington County’s MPs have been named to the official opposition shadow cabinet by Conservative Party of Canada Leader Erin O’Toole.
He released his list of critic appointments for the 44th Parliament on Nov. 9.
Wellington-Halton Hills MP Michael Chong retains the foreign affairs critic post he held in the last parliament.
Perth-Wellington MP John Nater, previously the opposition critic for rural affairs, was appointed critic for the Canadian heritage portfolio.
“I am honoured to be asked to serve in this exciting role at such a pivotal time,” Nater stated in Nov. 9 press release.
“The economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic remains a major priority. The arts, culture, and tourism sectors were among the hardest hit and will be the slowest to recover.”
The first session of the 44th Parliament will begin on Nov. 22 with the election of the Speaker of the House of Commons.
