Former Medical Officer Critical of Lockdowns Wins Tory Nomination for Ontario Riding

Dr. Matt Strauss is known for speaking out against pandemic lockdowns and mandates, while supporting measures that protect those most at risk.
Former Medical Officer Critical of Lockdowns Wins Tory Nomination for Ontario Riding
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Matthew Horwood
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Dr. Matt Strauss, the former acting medical officer of health for Haldimand-Norfolk who was a vocal critic of pandemic mandates and lockdowns, has won the Conservative nomination for his hometown riding of Kitchener South-Hespeler.

“Thank you to the Conservatives from my hometown, Kitchener South—Hespeler for making me their candidate in the next election!” Dr. Strauss said on platform X on Nov. 19.