Luc Berthold
- Political Experience
- Elected to represent the riding of Mégantic—L'Érable in the House of Commons in the 2015 election. Appointed Deputy Leader of the Conservative Party on February 6, 2022. Named the party's Quebec lieutenant.
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- Born in 1965 or 1966.
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Business & Financial Interests
Before entering federal politics, Luc Berthold had a career in communications and journalism. He worked as a radio host and journalist for over 20 years. He also served as the press secretary and communications director for a former provincial cabinet minister in Quebec. Additionally, he owned and operated his own communications firm.
Key Relationships & Connections
Luc Berthold has held senior roles within the Conservative Party of Canada. Under former leader Erin O'Toole, he served as the Deputy Leader of the Opposition and the party's Quebec lieutenant, making him a key figure in the party's outreach and strategy in the province. He has also served in various shadow cabinet positions under different leaders, including his role as Shadow Minister for Health under current leader Pierre Poilievre.
Public Controversies
In 2019, Luc Berthold faced criticism for sharing a cartoon on his Facebook page that was described by critics as transphobic. The cartoon depicted a person with a beard in a dress. After receiving backlash from LGBTQ+ advocacy groups and political opponents, Berthold removed the post and issued a public apology, stating that he did not intend to offend anyone and that he supports the rights of all individuals.
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Luc Berthold won with 34,470 votes (58.8%)
Total votes cast: 58,635
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Leader of the Government in the House of Commons Mr. Speaker, I rise on a point of order. During question period, themade remarks that cast doubt on the word of certain members of the official opposition. That is why I would like to seek unanimous consent to table the list of cuts—
Mr. Speaker, when we say that it is all just an illusion, there is a glaring example of that. Prime Minister When we go and talk to young people in our ridings, we do not see that enthusiasm, because right now, young people are still lining up at food banks. Young people are still unable to find housing because they have no money; they cannot make ends meet. All of that is because this costly,
Mr. Speaker, according to the customs and practices of the House, ministers are required to answer questions asked by opposition members. It seems that no minister chose to answer a clear question that—
Simcoe North Mr. Speaker, I am rising on a point of order. During question period, the government avoided answering a legitimate question from the member for.
Mr. Speaker, add another zero for the minister's answer. When a student gets nothing but zeros, they fail. This Liberal government is racking up zeros, and Canadians are paying the price for its failure. Prime Minister What is the result? Grocery prices are skyrocketing, housing is unaffordable, and gas costs a fortune because the Liberalis racking up debt like there is no tomorrow. However,
Mr. Speaker, one trillion is the number one followed by 12 zeros, or 1,000,000,000,000. The Liberals have added $1 trillion to the national credit card in 10 years. More zeros mean more debt. More debt means higher taxes. Higher taxes mean less money in families' pockets. Prime Minister When will the, who is just another Liberal, stop adding zeroes to the national credit card so that Canadians
Prime Minister Mr. Speaker, while the Liberal government is proud to add tens of billions of dollars to the deficit, families are making tough choices. According to a Dalhousie University report, Canadians are no longer buying what they need, but what they can afford. Parents are skipping meals to feed their children. The Liberalhas doubled Justin Trudeau's deficit, and one in three Canadians now
Mr. Speaker, I am not the one being negative, they are. They are twice as negative as the former Liberal prime minister, Justin Trudeau. They have twice as much debt. Who is being negative? They are; they are in the red. Meanwhile, they are giving us truly nonsensical answers. I am asking about families who cannot afford food, and they are still boasting about yet another program they have