Bruce Fanjoy

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. What is the year of birth?1964
2. What is the federal constituency represented?Carleton
3. Who is Bruce Fanjoy?Bruce Fanjoy is a Canadian politician who became a Member of Parliament in 2025. He was born in 1964 and is a member of the Liberal Party. He represents the Carleton riding in the House of Commons.
4. How did Bruce Fanjoy win the election in Carleton?In the 2025 federal election, Bruce Fanjoy ran as the Liberal candidate for Carleton. He won the seat by getting more votes than the other candidates, including the sitting Conservative leader. His victory was a surprise to many people.

Incumbent: The person currently holding a political office or position.
Federal Election: A national election to choose representatives for the federal government.
Constituency (Riding): A geographical area that elects a representative to the national parliament.
Political Upset: An election result that is surprising and goes against expectations.