Keith Irving

Keith Irving, born in nineteen fifty-eight, is a prominent Canadian politician and former architect, known for his significant contributions to the Nova Scotia political landscape. He was elected to the Nova Scotia House of Assembly during the provincial election in two thousand thirteen, representing the electoral district of Kings South as a member of the Nova Scotia Liberal Party.

Prior to his tenure in the provincial assembly, Irving served on both the Wolfville Town Council and the Iqaluit Town Council, showcasing his commitment to local governance. His dedication to public service was recognized when he was re-elected in two thousand seventeen, further solidifying his influence in the region.

In February two thousand twenty-one, Irving was appointed to the Executive Council of Nova Scotia, taking on the roles of Minister of Environment and Climate Change, as well as Chair of the Treasury and Policy Board. He continued to serve the people of Kings South, being re-elected in the two thousand twenty-one election, although the Rankin Liberals transitioned to the Official Opposition.

On July nineteenth, two thousand twenty-four, Irving announced his decision not to run in the upcoming two thousand twenty-four Nova Scotia general election, marking a significant moment in his political career.