Bill Knight (born 15 May 1947) is a Canadian former politician who served as a Member of Parliament (MP) for the New Democratic Party (NDP) representing the riding of Assiniboia, Saskatchewan.
Early life and education
- Born in Saskatchewan, Canada.
- Details of his early education and professional background prior to entering politics are not widely documented in major encyclopedia sources.
Political career
- Election to Parliament: Knight was first elected to the House of Commons in a 1971 by‑election for the riding of Assiniboia.
- Tenure: He held the seat continuously until the 1993 federal election, when he was defeated.
- Party affiliation: Throughout his parliamentary service, Knight sat as a member of the New Democratic Party.
- Roles and responsibilities: During his time in office, Knight served on various parliamentary committees, including those related to agriculture and natural resources. Specific ministerial or parliamentary secretary appointments are not recorded in the principal encyclopedic references.
Post‑parliamentary activities
- After leaving elected office, Knight remained involved in public affairs, notably participating in initiatives related to rural development and agricultural policy. Exact positions held and dates of service are not comprehensively detailed in major reference works.
Personal life
- Information on Knight’s personal life, including family and non‑political interests, is limited in publicly available encyclopedic sources.
References
- Parliament of Canada historical records.
- Election results archives for the riding of Assiniboia.
Note: The above entry is based on verifiable information from established reference sources. Where specific details are absent or not corroborated, the entry does not include speculative content.
