Birth
Jan. 2, 1972 in Inverness.
Education
Bachelor of science in physical education, St. Francis Xavier
University.
Employment History
Teacher of Atlantic Studies and physical education for the Strait Regional School Board.
Mr. MacDonald is a professional musician. He has played the
fiddle in performances throughout Atlantic Canada, Central
Canada, the eastern United States and Europe. He was nominated
for an East Coast Music Award in 1998 and has released two
compact discs.
Political Career
First elected to Legislative Assembly in July 1999; re-elected August
2003 and June 2006. Cabinet duties have included:
- Minister of Tourism, Culture and Heritage;
- Minister of Nova Scotia Health Promotion;
- Minister of Immigration;
- Minister responsible for the Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation;
- Minister responsible for the Nova Scotia Sports and Recreation Commission; and
- Minister responsible for the administration of the Heritage Property Act.
He became leader of the Progressive Conservative Party in 2006 and Premier on February 24, 2006.
Family
Married to Lori-Ann (Gillis) MacDonald; one son.
