Chris Lewis
- Political Experience
- Canadian MP
- Notable
- Born 1975/76
Based on publicly available information — may contain inaccuracies
Business & Financial Interests
Before entering federal politics, Chris Lewis had a career in the agricultural sector. He was reportedly involved in his family's farming operations in the Essex area. He also owned and operated a business called Chris Lewis Firewood. His public service career began at the municipal level, where he served as a councillor for the Town of Kingsville, Ontario.
Potential Conflicts of Interest
In 2023, Chris Lewis faced scrutiny over a letter he sent on House of Commons letterhead to a U.S. official. The letter raised concerns about a Chinese company, Gotion High-Tech, planning to build an electric vehicle battery plant in Michigan, near his riding. The letter also mentioned Stellantis, which has a major automotive plant in his region. Critics, including the NDP, asked the Ethics Commissioner to investigate whether Lewis used his position to improperly influence a business matter that could benefit his constituency. According to reports, the Ethics Commissioner's office reviewed the complaint but decided not to launch a formal inquiry, concluding that his actions did not violate the conflict of interest code for Members of Parliament.
Public Controversies
In 2021, Chris Lewis was involved in a controversy after posting a video from his parliamentary office that featured a large 'Where's Waldo?' style cutout. The face on the cutout was that of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The video drew criticism from members of other parties, who called it disrespectful to the office and Parliament. Following the criticism, Lewis issued an apology for his 'lapse in judgment' and removed the video from his social media accounts.
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Chris Lewis won with 46,123 votes (57.5%)
Total votes cast: 80,181
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Madam Speaker, I rise again to share what a resident in Essex wrote to me: “Just want to express my deep concerns with...the direction that Canada is heading. I did not think it could get worse than Trudeau”. Prime Minister My response is this. This costly credit card budget means more debt. The Liberaldoubled Trudeau's deficit. There is more spending and there are more taxes. He is just another
Mr. Speaker, Saturday was a special day of celebration of an amazing woman, mentor and friend. Mrs. Pauline Robinet was my grade 5 teacher at St. John de Brebeuf school in Kingsville. She has been instrumental in my life journey. Stern but fair, passionate and compassionate, she strived to create best outcomes for her students. After I got a perfect report card, I wrote Mrs. Robinet a letter
Mr. Speaker, I received an email from a resident of Essex who said, “...the Prime Minister stated that life is becoming more affordable.... For many [Essex] residents, it does not feel like affordability has improved.” Instead, this Prime Minister has added $90 billion in new spending, driving up debt, costs and taxes for Canadians. He is just another Liberal. When will the Prime Minister rein
That's excellent. I know you can't disclose a lot, but what did they say? Do they understand the urgency of what's happening?