Susan Leblanc (born October 1, 1973)The Legislative Assembly of Nova Scotia: a biographical directory from 1984 to the Present: Leblanc, Susan, page 146
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politician and actor who was elected to the

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in the 2017 provincial election. A member of the

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, she represents the electoral district of

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. As of September 22, 2024, Leblanc serves as the Third Party spokesperson for Health, Communities, Culture, Tourism & Heritage, Communications NS, and Natural Resources. She also serves as House Leader of the Third Party.

Early life and education

Leblanc was born in

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but grew up in

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. She graduated from

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in 1998 with a bachelor of arts (honours) in theatre and acting.

Career

For 20 years, Leblanc was an actor on stage and film, most notably as one of the leading members and the artistic director of the Zuppa Theatre Company.About Susan Leblanc
/ref> In her film career, she was also known as Susan Leblanc-Crawford.

Filmography

Film

Television

Electoral record

References

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