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Mark Warawa
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Warawa in 2017
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| Chair of the Standing Committee on The Environment |
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| In office June 21, 2011 – January 28, 2013 |
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| Minister | Peter Kent |
| Preceded by | James Bezan |
| Succeeded by | Harold Albrecht |
| Member of Parliament for Langley—Aldergrove (Langley; 2004–2015) |
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| In office June 28, 2004 – June 20, 2019 |
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| Preceded by | Riding established |
| Succeeded by | Tako van Popta |
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| Born | May 7, 1950 |
| Died | June 20, 2019 (aged 69) Langley, British Columbia, Canada |
| Political party | Conservative |
| Residence | Langley, British Columbia |
| Profession | Insurance executive |
Mark Warawa (born May 7, 1950 – died June 20, 2019) was a Canadian politician. Before entering federal politics, he worked as a businessman and a loss prevention officer. He also served as a city councillor in Abbotsford, British Columbia from 1990 to 2004. Warawa was a Member of Parliament (MP) for the area of Langley—Aldergrove (which was first called Langley) from 2004 until his death in 2019.
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Who Was Mark Warawa?
Mark Warawa was an important public figure in Canada. He represented the people of his local area, called a "riding," in the Canadian Parliament. As an MP, he helped make decisions and laws for the country.
Early Life and Public Service
Before becoming an MP, Mark Warawa had a diverse career. He was involved in business, working as an insurance executive. He also worked in loss prevention, which means helping businesses prevent theft or damage.
His journey into public service began in his local community. He was elected as a city councillor in Abbotsford, British Columbia. He served in this role for 14 years, from 1990 to 2004. This experience helped him understand the needs of local communities.
His Time in Parliament
In 2004, Mark Warawa was elected to the House of Commons, which is where Canada's Members of Parliament meet. He represented the riding of Langley, which later became Langley—Aldergrove. He was a member of the Conservative Party.
While in Parliament, he took on several important roles. On February 10, 2006, he was named a parliamentary secretary to the Minister of the Environment. A parliamentary secretary helps a minister with their duties.
Later, from 2011 to 2013, he served as the Chair of the Standing Committee on The Environment. A "standing committee" is a group of MPs who study specific topics, like the environment, in detail. They help Parliament make informed decisions.
Family Life and Legacy
Mark Warawa lived in Langley with his wife, Diane. They had five children together. His son, Ryan, also became involved in politics, running as a Conservative candidate in the 2008 election.
Mark Warawa passed away on June 20, 2019, after battling pancreatic cancer. He is remembered for his dedication to public service and his work representing the people of Langley—Aldergrove.
