Meet Nathan Cullen
Nathan was first elected in 2004 and has since been elected twice since with support approaching fifty percent of votes cast. He has been the advocate for the Environment and Parks for the New Democrats and recently took over the Energy and Natural Resources portfolio. He also chairs the Green Economy Caucus for the NDP working on ways to help create employment while meeting our responsibilities to the planet’s future generations.
Nathan’s commitment to bipartisan work have helped him in negotiating a number of legislative initiatives through the House of Commons including a private members bill to restrict harmful phthalates in children’s products and a bill to set federal targets for greenhouse gas reductions.
Before elected life he was a small business owner and community organizer in northwestern BC. His expertise was in strategic planning and resolving conflicts for businesses, government and non-profit agencies throughout the province.
He lives with his wife, Diana, and their various assortment of animals in Smithers and when time allows is a sport and outdoor enthusiast.
Last July, Nathan sat down with Catherine Clark from Beyond Politics on the CPAC television network. Watch the video of their conversation about what brought Nathan to politics and what keeps him there.
