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Bill Walker
Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound
William Harold Leonard Walker, commonly known as Bill Walker, is a Canadian politician who served as the Deputy Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario from October 5, 2021, to May 3, 2022. He is a member of the Progressive Conservative Party and represented the riding of Bruce—Grey—Owen Sound from 2011 to 2022.
Background
- Birth and Early Life: Bill Walker was born around 1966 in Hepworth, Ontario. Before entering politics, he had a career in the health-care sector and worked for Bruce Power, a major nuclear power generation company in Ontario.
Political Career
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Election History: Walker first ran for office in the 2011 provincial election, where he won against Liberal candidate Kevin Eccles by a significant margin of 8,678 votes. He was re-elected in the 2014 election, defeating Ellen Anderson of the Liberal Party by 8,773 votes.
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Roles and Responsibilities: Throughout his tenure, Walker held several important positions:
- He served as the party's critic for Community and Social Services.
- On July 6, 2018, he was appointed Chief Government Whip.
- His role as Deputy Speaker involved presiding over legislative sessions and ensuring order during debates.
Walker has been recognized for his leadership abilities and commitment to public service throughout his political career.1234
