I was born and raised in Winnipeg. My early years were spent at the curling rink with my four brothers and my Dad, curler Don Duguid. My mother Georgina showed us how to be compassionate and community-minded citizens, and my grandmother introduced me to people from around the world at the garment factory where she worked. As a boy, I spent a lot of time hiking, camping and learning about wildlife with my uncle John, a Manitoba Conservation officer.
These early influences helped me to become a h...
I was born and raised in Winnipeg. My early years were spent at the curling rink with my four brothers and my Dad, curler Don Duguid. My mother Georgina showed us how to be compassionate and community-minded citizens, and my grandmother introduced me to people from around the world at the garment factory where she worked. As a boy, I spent a lot of time hiking, camping and learning about wildlife with my uncle John, a Manitoba Conservation officer.
These early influences helped me to become a hard-working person dedicated to public service, engaging with people from diverse cultural backgrounds, and passionate about environmental protection.
My wife Linda and I live in Winnipeg South and have been proud to raise two exceptional daughters.
I’ve been a Liberal since I was in university because, to me, this party has always stood for evidence-based economic, social and environmental policies. This has never been truer than it is today.
Profession: Since 2015, I have represented Winnipeg South as the Member of Parliament. Support for families, youth employment, the University of Manitoba and restoring the health of Lake Winnipeg have been among my top priorities. As a Parliamentary Secretary, I advocated for gender equality and I helped deliver the new tax-free Canada Child Benefit to help families with the cost of living.
Before being elected as an M.P., I worked in a variety of jobs dedicated to public service. As a City Councillor, I launched Winnipeg’s first ever government-led Blue Box Recycling Program. As Manitoba’s Clean Environment Commissioner, I recommended the Red River Floodway Expansion and directed the first ever Manitoba Climate Change Task Force. I was the founding CEO of the International Centre for Infectious Diseases. I also created a company, Sustainable Developments International, which taught me about the opportunities and struggles of a small business.
Education:
Master of Environmental Design (Environmental Science): University of Calgary, Alberta
Bachelor of Science in Biology (Hon): Carleton University, Ottawa, Ontario
About You
What is the biggest issue facing your community, and how would you address it?
Every day I learn about the issues facing this community, through knocking on thousands of doors and attending a full range of events and gatherings. The Cost of Living / Affordability is a top issue. The Liberal government has brought in cost saving programs like the Climate Action Incentive Rebate and the Middle Class Tax Cut. I will follow through on items in the Liberal re-election platform like a further tax cut that will save the average family $600 per year. I will stand against Conservative cuts to vital services that will cost families money.
The issue of Climate Change is very important to residents of Winnipeg South. Our Liberal government enacted an ambitious, achievable plan to lower carbon emissions, and I will continue to push all levels of government to do more. As well, I will help residents deal with the effects of climate change that we are already seeing. A re-elected Liberal government will bring in low-cost National Flood Insurance and introduce an Employment Insurance Disaster Assistance Benefit.
Why did you decide to run in this election?
I’m running in this election to keep serving the people of Winnipeg South. I’m committed to this community and am dedicated to helping its progress continue. I’m proud of our Liberal government’s record, creating more than a million new jobs and taking real action on climate change. We’ve accomplished a lot, but there is much more to do. By running again, I want to help ensure that Canada does not return to a Conservative government that will cut vital services for citizens and roll back progress on the environment.
Tell us something about yourself that voters might find surprising.
People might not know that I am a huge sports fan, particularly football and curling. I played football in high school and spent much of my youth at the curling rink with my family (my father is Don Duguid, Canadian and World Curling Champion and past broadcaster for CBC and NBC).
Find out more about Terry Duguid, Liberal Party of Canada, Winnipeg South:
https://terryduguid.liberal.ca
@terryduguid
https://www.facebook.com/terryduguidmp
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