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Brendan Maguire has proudly served the people of Halifax Atlantic since 2013. He credits the community for saving his life. Brendan’s personal experience with poverty and the foster care system, as well as his unwavering belief in second chances, drive his deep commitment to making life better for Nova Scotians.

He currently serves as Minister of Advanced Education, Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development, and Government House Leader. Previously, he was the first and only Nova Scotia Minister of Community Services with lived experience as a child in care.

In his spare time, he enjoys spending time in the community with his wife Rena, his three children, and his dog Sadie.