Lianne Rood
- Born
- 1978 or 1979
- Political Experience
- Elected to represent the riding of Middlesex—London in the House of Commons for the Conservative Party of Canada.
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Business & Financial Interests
Before entering politics, Lianne Rood had a career as a political staffer. She worked for nearly a decade as a senior assistant to her predecessor, Member of Parliament Bev Shipley. Rood has also described herself as a farmer and entrepreneur, having grown up on a 1,000-acre farm in southwestern Ontario. Her official biography often highlights her agricultural background.
Key Relationships & Connections
Lianne Rood's most prominent political relationship is with her predecessor, Bev Shipley, for whom she worked as a key staff member before running for his seat upon his retirement. Within the Conservative Party, she has served in the shadow cabinet under leaders Erin O'Toole and Pierre Poilievre. Her roles have included Shadow Minister for Agriculture and Agri-Food and Shadow Minister for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Rural Southern Ontario, connecting her with key figures in the party's leadership and agricultural policy circles.
Public Controversies
In early 2021, Lianne Rood reportedly faced criticism after posting a photo on social media of herself and her husband with Derek Sloan, who was an independent MP at the time after being removed from the Conservative caucus. The photo was taken at a protest against COVID-19 public health restrictions. The post was later deleted, but it drew media attention and criticism from political opponents.
Where Lianne falls on key policy spectrums
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Lianne Rood won with 36,093 votes (51.7%)
Total votes cast: 69,847
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