Judith Seidman
Canadian medical researcher and politician
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Judith Seidman (born September 1, 1950) is a Canadian medical researcher and politician. She was named to the Senate of Canada as a Conservative on August 27, 2009. She served until her mandatory retirement in 2025, on her 75th birthday.[1]
Judith Seidman | |
|---|---|
| Canadian Senator from De la Durantaye, Quebec | |
| In office August 27, 2009 – September 1, 2025 | |
| Nominated by | Stephen Harper |
| Appointed by | Michaëlle Jean |
| Preceded by | Lise Bacon |
| Personal details | |
| Born | September 1, 1950 |
| Party | Conservative |
Seidman was the Quebec co-chair of Stephen Harper's 2004 leadership campaign.[2]
She is an epidemiologist and social worker by profession as well as a researcher and adviser in the health and social services fields.[2]
Seidman is Jewish.[3]
