2025 Federal Election Local Candidates

As the 2025 federal election approaches, voters in South Shore Saint Margarets will have a range of candidates to choose from. With incumbent Rick Perkins seeking re-election and new contenders stepping forward, the race is shaping up to be a competitive one. Here is a look at the candidates representing the parties in the riding as of today.

Rick Perkins is running for re-election as the Conservative Party candidate. First elected as the Member of Parliament for South Shore Saint Margarets in 2021, Perkins has worked on various initiatives aimed at economic development and local industry support. Prior to entering politics, he held executive positions in the marine industry and has a background in business leadership. He aims to continue advocating for job creation, lower taxes, and policies that support local fisheries and small businesses.

Jessica Fancy-Landry is the Liberal Party’s candidate in the upcoming election. A community organizer and educator based in Nova Scotia, she has been involved in initiatives focused on education and social justice. Fancy-Landry has advocated for policies that promote equal opportunities.

Mark Embrett is representing the Green Party in the riding. As a scientist, he spent years in healthcare. His work has focused on expanding primary care, virtual health, cancer treatment, and precision medicine. Embrett has also provided policy advice to organizations such as the World Health Organization, the United Nations, and the Canadian Institutes of Health Research. His campaign centers on public healthcare and climate change.

Patrick Boyd is the candidate for the People's Party of Canada. Born and raised in Vancouver, he has worked across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, leading projects in banking, engineering, and manufacturing. Now residing in Nova Scotia, Boyd runs a consulting firm and serves as a volunteer firefighter and medical first responder. With an educational background that includes degrees from the University of Chicago and the London School of Economics, he brings an international perspective to the race.