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Senator Jim Munson

Senator Jim Munson

Before being named to the Senate in 2003, Senator Jim Munson served as the Director of Communications to Prime Minister Jean Chrétien following a long and celebrated career in journalism both in Canada and abroad. He was CTV’s Bureau Chief in Beijing from 1987 to 1992 reporting on events in China such as the Tiananmen Square Massacre of June 4, 1989. He also served as Bureau Chief and senior correspondent in Halifax, Nova Scotia and London, England. He has covered the Iran-Iraq war, the first Gulf War and other major events of the last century. Senator Munson has twice been nominated for a Gemini Award in recognition of excellence in journalism. Senator Munson is currently Whip of the Senate Liberal Caucus. He lives with his wife Ginette in Ottawa.

Jim Munson in the news

  1. On World Autism Awareness Day

    April 2, 2013

    I hope we all will pause to reflect on the incidence of autism and the availability of timely, affordable treatment. For those facing autism on a daily basis – who serve as a constant source of learning and motivation for me – I know that World Autism Awareness Day has even greater significance. It says: “You are not alone, we will do more.”  More »

  2. Liberal Statement on the 2013 Special Olympics World Winter Games

    January 29, 2013

    SASKATOON AND OTTAWA– Liberal Amateur Sport critic Justin Trudeau made the following statement today on the 2013 Special Olympics World Winter Games, which will take place [...]  More »

  3. “Chair-Leader” Day on Parliament Hill gives Liberal MPs a new perspective

    October 26, 2011

    Liberal Leader Bob Rae and members of the Liberal caucus, including Hedy Fry, Carolyn Bennett, Kirsty Duncan, Rodger Cuzner, Justin Trudeau, Geoff Regan and Senator Jim Munson, took part in the Chair-Leader event organised by the Canadian Paraplegic Association. Members spent the day in a wheelchair.  More »

  4. Video: Liberals on ice!

    February 10, 2011

    Yesterday afternoon, Michael Ignatieff joined Ottawa Centre candidate Scott Bradley, Ottawa West-Nepean candidate Anita Vandenbeld, and dozens of adorable children -- as well as some slightly-less-adorable-but-still-above-average Liberal MPs -- for a lunchtime skate on the Rideau Canal. Here it is, caught on tape!  More »

  5. Michael Ignatieff announces Liberal Critic team for return of Parliament

    September 7, 2010

    OTTAWA – Liberal Leader Michael Ignatieff today announced the team of Opposition Critics that will lead the Liberal caucus in Parliament this fall. “Our new line-up [...]  More »

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Contact information

In Ottawa:
The Senate
374-F Centre Block

Ottawa (ON) K1A 0A4
Phone: (613) 947-2504
Fax: (613) 947-2506