Cobourg Federal Elections

For the next election, Cobourg will be in the Riding of Northumberland-Clarke - formerly Northumberland-Peterborough South.  This was formed after a re-distribution in 2023. See below for more on re-distribution.

Federal elections are managed by Elections Canada.  Go here.

Redistribution

At this election, the boundaries will be changed from 2021.  The new boundary is basically the same except it excludes Peterborough-South - it is now Northumberland plus a small extension in the West. It is called Northumberland-Clarke. 

Election Date

The leader of the Liberal Party and therefore Prime Minister is Mark Carney and he has called an election to be held 28 April 2025.  Carney will run in the safe Liberal Riding of Nepean (a suburb of Ottawa).

Voting

Advance voting is closed

Everyone registered to vote should have received their voting card by now.  If you didn't, check here.

Avoid crowds on election day - see graphic at top/right.

Candidates for Northumberland-Clarke Riding

Details on the Candidates for the election on 28 April 2025 are below. These are per the Official list by Elections Canada.

Conservative Candidate - confirmed by Elections Canada

Incumbent M.P. Philip Lawrence

Prior to entering politics, Philip obtained his law degree from Osgoode Hall Law School and his MBA from the Schulich School of Business. He practiced tax law before entering financial services, where he spent over ten years. He was first elected in 2019 as the Member of Parliament for Northumberland—Peterborough South. He has served in multiple roles in the Conservative Shadow Cabinet, including as Shadow Minister for National Revenue, Shadow Minister for Federal Economic Development Agency for Eastern, Central and Southern Ontario, and Shadow Minister for Transport.

Philip and his wife Natasha live on a small farm near Orono, Ontario, where they are raising their two children, Margaret and James.

EDA Web site
Facebook

Campaign office. Near front entrance of the Northumberland Mall, 1111 Elgin St W, Cobourg,  Phone: (905) 364-8640

Philip Lawrence web site
Video of Interview by Cogeco

Complete costed Conservative plan - Download pdf

Liberal Candidate - confirmed by Elections Canada

John Goheen is the federal Liberal candidate for the riding of Northumberland-Clarke.

I was born in Toronto but I grew up splitting my time between Cobourg and Prince Edward County, graduating from East Northumberland Secondary School in Brighton. I hold a Bachelor of Arts Honours from Trent University, a Bachelor of Education with distinction from Western University and a Master of Education from The University of Toronto/Ontario Institute for Studies in Education.

My wife, Dani, and I live in the Grafton area with our three sons—Maxx (14), Knox (11), and Pax (8). We love exploring the incredible outdoor activities Northumberland-Clarke has to offer as a family. I have spent my entire professional career in education as a Teacher, Vice Principal and Principal. This journey has seen me crisscross the riding as I worked through different positions over the past 25 years.

Currently, I'm proud to lead Hillcrest Public School in Campbellford. Thanks to my professional experience, I know firsthand that Northumberland Clarke is a large and diverse riding and I'm honoured to be the Liberal candidate for this riding. It will be my privilege to put my local experience to work advocating for our amazing community as your next Member of Parliament.

Office phone: (289) 435-2000
Web site
Facebook page
John's Statement on Video (You-tube)
Video of Interview on Cogeco
Download Full Costed plan - pdf

NDP Candidate - confirmed by Elections Canada

Ava Becker is the New Democratic Party candidate for Northumberland-Clarke. She is engaged in community building and mutual aid via her position as co-chair of the PTBO Youth NDP, communications coordinator for the Society of Ecological Restoration TrentU, and activism through various social justice and environmental groups.

Ava was born and raised in Cobourg and Port Hope and greatly appreciates the community that forms around the abundant natural spaces in the area and the unique events each town has to offer.

Instagram ava4northumberland

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Video of interview on You-Tube by Cogeco

People's Party of Canada Candidate - confirmed by Elections Canada

Lisa Bradburn, the People’s Party of Canada candidate for Northumberland-Clarke County, is a committed community advocate and mental health professional with a deep connection to the region she calls home. A longtime resident, she appreciates the area’s natural beauty, supports local farmers’ markets and artisans, and values the strong sense of community.

Rooted in the principles of family, faith, and freedom, Lisa champions parental rights, safe environments for children, and personal liberties. As a registered psychotherapist, she has spent the past three years supporting mental health in rural communities and advocating for improved access to care.

Web site: Lisa Bradburn - People's Party of Canada 

Green Party Candidate - confirmed by Elections Canada 

Christina Wilson was born and raised in rural Northumberland County, just outside of the Hamlet of Grafton, Christina Wilson is an Elementary Teacher and a school Steward with the local Teachers’ Union. Christina was inspired to run for the Green Party because she believes that rural populations are unfairly treated and even ignored by the political mainstream parties and need a strong voice in government to represent them. A descendent of five generations of farmers, Christina is committed to facilitating ecological agricultural methods and promoting sustainable practices that encourage healthy eating.

As a mother, Christina is also deeply concerned about the future we will be leaving future generations and is committed to advocating for real climate action. She believes that real climate action means applying this same commitment to ecological wisdom, investing in Green approaches to other industries and to green job creation in our communities.

Christina looks forward to championing Green values and policies – including real climate action, affordability, and UBI – and ensuring the path to a sustainable future is front and centre throughout this election.

Web site:  christinawilson.ca
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Video of Interview by Cogeco

Independent Candidate - confirmed by Elections Canada

Jody Ledgerwood

Bio:  Available at her web site

Goals and Values available at her web site.  Occupation: realtor

Her web site here.
Facebook page

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Office Phone: (905) 269-7653

Christian Heritage Party of Canada Candidate - Confirmed by Elections Canada

John Wesselius has been married to Trudy for 42 years; they have three adult children and seven grand-children. Having lived in the Bowmanville area most of his life. for the past seven years, he has lived in Cobourg. John has spent over thirty-five years in sales; he understands the need to be part of a strong organization committed to a high standard of service and integrity. John has been a staunch conservative most of his life but found in the current parties represented in Parliament the lack of a strong alternative that would speak to his values Life, Family, and Freedom.

John decided to put himself forward as a candidate for CHP Canada. He believes it is critical for Canada to return to our Christian Heritage and the godly principles that this proud Dominion was founded on!

Web site

Facebook

Office Phone: (289) 901-4100

Conservative Party

• Electoral District Association Web site - Northumberland-Clarke
• Philip Lawrence - MP for current riding: Northumberland Peterborough South - Web site

Liberal Party

• Electoral District Association  - Facebook - Northumberland-Clarke
• Web site - Local Web page

NDP

• Electoral District Association - Federal - Facebook 

Green Party

• National Site - Green Party of Canada - web page
• Green Party -  Local Facebook

People's Party of Canada

• Web site

Past Elections

In 2012, the Riding boundaries were changed so the 2011 election had different boundaries and an accurate comparison is not possible.