Daniel Blaikie | |
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 Daniel Blaikie in 2019 | |
| Member of Parliament for Elmwood—Transcona | |
| In office October 19, 2015 – March 31, 2024 | |
| Preceded by | Lawrence Toet |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1984 (age 39–40) Transcona, Manitoba |
| Political party | New Democratic |
| Spouse | Janelle Blaikie |
| Relations | Rebecca Blaikie (sister) |
| Children | 2 |
| Parent(s) | Bill Blaikie (father) Brenda Blaikie (mother) |
| Residence(s) | Winnipeg, Manitoba |
| Alma mater | University of Winnipeg (B.A.) Concordia University (M.A.) |
| Profession | Electrician |
| Website | danielblaikie |
Daniel Blaikie is a Canadian politician who served as the member of Parliament (MP) for Elmwood—Transcona from October 19, 2015 until March 31, 2024. A member of the New Democratic Party (NDP), he was elected to the House of Commons in the 2015 federal election.
Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Blaikie completed a bachelor's degree in history and philosophy from the University of Winnipeg, before earning a master's degree in philosophy from Concordia University. He later trained as an electrician, before entering politics. His father, Bill Blaikie, served as an NDP MP and member of the Legislative Assembly of Manitoba (MLA). His sister, Rebecca Blaikie, served as the NDP's president and treasurer. He currently works in the office of Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew as a special advisor for intergovernmental affairs.