Nova Scotia New Democrat Caucus

Claudia Chender

Dartmouth South

Claudia Chender is the leader of the Nova Scotia NDP and MLA for Dartmouth South.

Caucus Spokesperson for: Intergovernmental Relations, and the Premier’s Office & Executive Council.

Claudia has a law degree from the University of Victoria and worked in business and publishing before running for office.

She was first elected in 2017 and before becoming Leader served as House Leader and Caucus spokesperson for Education, Justice, Status of Women, Economic Development, and Natural Resources and Renewables. She is the fourth woman to lead the NSNDP, carrying on the legacy of Maureen MacDonald, Helen MacDonald, and Alexa McDonough.

Claudia lives in the beautiful City of Lakes, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia with her three busy teens, husband Jamie, and their dog Digby.

Kendra Coombes

Cape Breton Centre-Whitney Pier

Kendra Coombes was elected as MLA for Cape Breton Centre in March 2020 and re-elected in August 2021. She served as CBRM Councillor for District 11 from 2016 to 2020.

Kendra is a passionate advocate for affordable housing, public transit and health care, and she has championed initiatives that empower women and youth, and fight for seniors. Kendra has a Masters in Canadian Politics, a BA in Political Science and a certificate in Public Administration from Cape Breton University.

Kendra is a lifelong resident of Scotchtown, where she lives with her partner Matthew Brown, and their daughters Rory and Isla.

Susan Leblanc

Dartmouth North

Susan Leblanc was elected as MLA for Dartmouth North in May 2017 and re-elected in August 2021.

As a former actor and co-Artistic Director of Zuppa Theatre, Susan has been a vibrant and dedicated advocate for the arts in Nova Scotia for over two decades. She has mentored countless young artists in the local, national and international theatre scene.

Since being elected, she has been a tireless advocate for the people in her community and across Nova Scotia, fighting for rent control, accessible child care, more affordable, adequate housing, Dartmouth’s lakes and better access to primary health care. She has challenged systemic anti-black racism in her opposition to street checks, and has been lobbying for satellite mental health services and more primary care options in Dartmouth North.

She cares deeply about Nova Scotia and her community of Dartmouth North, where she lives with her partner, her two children and her dog.

Lina Hamid

Fairview-Clayton Park

Lina Hamid is a proud Sudanese-Canadian, and a vocal community advocate and mother. Through her various roles in non-profit, including as Senior Manager at the United Way, she is committed to staying connected to and uplifting her community.

Lina learned very early in life how important strong representation is to a community. As your MLA, you can be sure that Lina will be a strong advocate for you in the Legislative Assembly and beyond.

Rod Wilson

Halifax Armdale

A seasoned health care provider, with over thirty years experience as a nurse, physician, and health care executive, Dr. Rod Wilson is a proven leader and health care advocate.

His work has provided vital service to Indigenous people across Canada, African Nova Scotians, members of 2SLGBTQIA+ community, people living with HIV and federal offenders on parole.

Dr. Wilson helped establish the Pride Health program at NS Health Authority, facilitated the creation of an evidence-based working group on Trans Health and successfully lobbied for a new sustainable site for the North End Community Health Centre. He has held leadership roles with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of NS, Doctors NS, NS Department of Health and served on the governing council of the Nova Scotia Barrister Society.

Dr. Wilson is a dedicated volunteer, working with NS AIDS Commission, Mental Health Foundation NS, Hospice Halifax, Canadian Mental Health Association NS Division, Adsum Women and Children, and Shelter Nova Scotia.

Dr Wilson lives in Halifax with his partner and two Labrador retrievers.

Krista Gallagher

Halifax Chebucto

Krista Gallagher was born and raised in the Annapolis Valley and is a graduate of NSCC.

Krista comes from a family with an entrepreneurial spirit, and she herself is a small business owner and a "Buy Local" champion, her business, Local Source Market, promotes local food culture, farmers, growers and producers.

Krista is running in Halifax Chebucto to build a better future for everyone, where no one is left behind. As a mother of a young child, she understands the need for a healthy community and wants to build a province where everyone can afford to live and access the health care they need.

Lisa Lachance

Halifax Citadel-Sable Island

Lisa Lachance was elected as MLA for Halifax Citadel - Sable Island in August 2021.

Lisa is dedicated to building community and supporting economic development. For over 30 years, they have been active with local organizations such as Bryony House, Phoenix Youth Programs, Stepping Stone, and local school organizations. After earning two degrees at Dal, she worked in the federal government on policy, finance, and international human rights. Following that, Lisa launched a national youth mental health network at Dalhousie and started her own social innovation business. They are currently a PhD Candidate in Health at Dalhousie University.

Lisa lives in Halifax with their partner Heather, and their two children.

Suzy Hansen

Halifax Needham

Suzy Hansen was elected as MLA for Halifax Needham in August 2021.

Suzy Hansen is a champion for her community. Born and raised in Halifax’s North End, Suzy is a grassroots organizer, community leader, and mother of seven beautiful children. In 2016, she won a seat on the Halifax Regional School Board for District 5 (Peninsula North/Fairview), where she advocated passionately for our students and schools. Suzy worked with Phoenix Youth Programs for a decade, supporting youth and community, and building trusting relationships between stakeholders and service providers.

Suzy was a member of HRM’s Community Mobilization Team, preventing violence by reducing distress, restoring unity and building resilience. Her board experience includes the Provincial Advisory Council on Education, Housing Nova Scotia, and Veith House.

With family ties to Africville, Suzy supports various initiatives throughout Halifax’s North End and the African Nova Scotian community, raising her voice in celebration, protest, and song.

Paul Wozney

Sackville-Cobequid

Paul Wozney is a public school teacher who served as the President of the Nova Scotia Teachers Union from 2018-2022. As a powerful advocate for students and teachers, and a father raising his children in our community, Paul is ready to fight for all the voters of Sackville-Cobequid.

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