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Nathaniel Erskine-Smith

Liberal

ConstituencyBeaches—East YorkProvinceONTitleMP

Government Contracts

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OrganizationContractsTotal Value
University of Guelph6$3,131,640.32

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Recent Mentions

Updated 2026-05-24

Recent news, social media, and press mentions

news2026-05-24

Nathaniel Erskine-Smith remains active in Ontario Liberal politics amid leadership speculation.

Background coverage notes that Erskine-Smith has been active provincially with the Ontario Liberal Party and was the runner-up in its 2023 leadership race. The recent nomination loss has also raised questions about his plans and possible next steps in Ontario politics.

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news2026-05-17

Nathaniel Erskine-Smith appeals Ontario Liberal nomination loss amid allegations of voting irregularities.

Erskine-Smith is appealing the result of the Ontario Liberal nomination in Scarborough Southwest after losing by a narrow margin and raising concerns about the process. He is also seeking a full investigation and says his plans to seek the Ontario Liberal leadership are now much less likely.

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news2026-05-17

Erskine-Smith asks supporters for advice after nomination defeat complicates leadership plans.

Following a narrow nomination loss, Erskine-Smith is asking supporters what his next steps should be and whether he should continue pursuing provincial politics. He says he still plans to resign his federal seat this summer and is appealing the nomination result over alleged irregularities.

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news2026-05-17

Erskine-Smith says alleged ballot irregularities in Scarborough Southwest race may have affected the result.

In a recent interview, Erskine-Smith said he believes investigators may find major irregularities in the nomination vote. He pointed to a discrepancy between ballots cast and recorded voters, suggesting the race could be hard to resolve cleanly.

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news2026-05-17

Local coverage reports Erskine-Smith seeks advice after losing Scarborough Southwest nomination.

Regional reporting says Erskine-Smith lost the Scarborough Southwest nomination race and is now reassessing his political next steps. The report notes that the arbitration committee is scheduled to hear his appeal.

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news2026-05-10

Nate Erskine-Smith Loses Nomination Bid for Ontario Provincial Election.

MP Nate Erskine-Smith's attempt to secure the Liberal nomination for a provincial by-election in Ontario has been unsuccessful. Erskine-Smith had previously committed to resigning his federal seat once the provincial by-election was called.

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other2026-05-10

Liberal MP Nate Erskine-Smith Attempts Transition to Ontario Provincial Politics.

Commentary discusses Nate Erskine-Smith's efforts to leave federal Liberal politics for Ontario provincial politics, with suggestions that party leadership may be complicating his transition. The situation highlights tensions within the Liberal Party regarding MPs seeking provincial roles.

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news2026-02-03

Liberal MP Nate Erskine-Smith announces intent to seek provincial Liberal nomination in Scarborough Southwest riding vacated by NDP's Doly Begum.

Nate Erskine-Smith plans to run provincially while continuing to support Prime Minister Mark Carney and the federal Liberal caucus. He communicated his intentions to interim leader John Fraser. No resignation from his federal MP role has been confirmed yet.

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news2026-02-03

MP Nate Erskine-Smith is exploring a run for Ontario Liberal leadership while seeking nomination in provincial byelection.

Erskine-Smith is pursuing the Ontario Liberal nomination in Scarborough Southwest following Doly Begum's resignation to run federally. His blog post links to a campaign site mentioning another leadership bid, after placing second in 2023. He will remain active in the federal caucus, with no immediate resignation planned.

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news2026-04-18

Former housing minister Nathaniel Erskine-Smith expresses frustration over exclusion from Mark Carney's new cabinet.

Ontario Liberal MP Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, recently the Minister of Housing, Infrastructure, and Communities, told CBC's Power & Politics he felt 'frustrated' after not being named to Prime Minister Mark Carney's cabinet. He discussed this in an interview alongside mentions of other MPs like Energy and Natural Resources Minister Jonathan Wilkinson. The segment highlights internal Liberal Party dynamics post-cabinet shuffle.

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news2026-04-18

Nathaniel Erskine-Smith responds to Pierre Poilievre's claims of 'turmoil' in Liberal caucus.

Ontario Liberal MP Nathaniel Erskine-Smith addressed Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre's accusations on CBC's Power & Politics, responding to suggestions that his budget critique signals caucus turmoil. The interview with host David Cochrane focused on Liberal internal unity amid political criticisms. This reflects ongoing partisan exchanges in Canadian politics.

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news2026-04-18

Analysis: Nate Erskine-Smith receives his luckiest break in Ontario Liberal leadership race.

Federal Liberal MP Nate Erskine-Smith, representing Beaches—East York, is positioned favorably in his bid to lead the Ontario Liberal Party according to TVO analysis. The article suggests recent events have boosted his campaign prospects. It underscores challenges in unseating the Ford PCs.

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other2026-04-18

Nathaniel Erskine-Smith announces exploration of another run for Ontario Liberal leadership.

Nate Erskine-Smith's official website states he is exploring a run for Ontario Liberal leadership, emphasizing 'participation' as the key to rebuilding politics. It invites supporters to join the growing team. The site positions him as a candidate addressing major party challenges.

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Public Disclosures

Financial and ethics disclosures filed with the registry

Gifts

Gift (Code)

Nature

A non-partisan intern working in my office from January 11, 2023 to June 30, 2023.

Source

GreenPAC Parliamentary Internship program

Circumstances

Parliamentary Internship for the Environment

Gift (Code) Received 2020/10/08

Nature

Services of one non-partisan paid intern from October 8, 2020 to February 19, 2021

Source

Canadian Political Science Association

Circumstances

Parliamentary Internship Programme: interns are recent graduates and select MP office

Gift (Code)

Nature

One non-partisan paid intern from Canadian Political Science Association, beginning October 2018, ending December 2018. Intern also participates in numerous other obligations outside MP office including research paper, seminars, legislative study, tours and workshops with youth.

Source

Canadian Political Science Association and the House of Commons

Circumstances

The interns choose MPs they will work with. Interns are university graduates and have received training from the House of Commons prior to starting with this office.

Liabilities

- Mortgage, joint with spouse, with Scotiabank

- Guarantor of a mortgage with Royal Bank of Canada

Mortgage, joint with spouse, with Scotiabank

Guarantor of mortgage with Royal Bank of Canada

Sponsored Travel

Name of Member

Nathaniel Erskine-Smith

Name of any person accompanying the Member (if any)

Cameron Durkin

Destination(s)

Harvard University - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Purpose of the trip

Speaking Engagements

Sponsor of trip (official name)

Harvard College Canadian Club

Travel dates

2026/02/16 to 2026/02/18 (3 days)

Spouse's/Common-Law Partner's assets

Sole ownership of investment property located in Camlachie, Ontario

Spouse's/Common-Law Partner's source(s) of income

Last 12 months:

- Income from investment property

- Income from Amelia Eats, a sole proprietorship

Next 12 months:

- Income from investment property

- Income from Amelia Eats, a sole proprietorship

Summary Statement

Obligation to provide a confidential report has been met and all initial reporting and compliance measures have been taken to comply with the Conflict of Interest Act.

Divestment of Publicly Traded Securities by sale

Contact Information

Constituency Office Address

1902 Danforth avenue Toronto, Ontario M4C 1J4

Email

nathaniel.erskine-smith@parl.gc.ca

Website

http://beynate.ca

Phone

416-467-0860

Fax

416-467-0905