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Charlie Angus

Charlie Angus is a Canadian journalist, author, musician, broadcaster, and former politician.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Charlie Angus is a Canadian journalist, author, musician, broadcaster, and former politician. He served as the New Democratic Party member of Parliament for Timmins—James Bay from 2004 to 2025. In 2017, he ran for the federal NDP leadership and placed second.

Early life and career

Charlie Angus was born in Timmins, Ontario, in 1962. Before and alongside his political career, he worked as a journalist, broadcaster, musician, and author.

Federal politics

Angus was elected as the MP for Timmins—James Bay in 2004 and served until 2025. He became a prominent NDP voice in the House of Commons and held a variety of party and committee roles.

NDP leadership campaign

In 2017, Angus sought the leadership of the federal NDP. He finished second in the contest behind Jagmeet Singh.

Writing and media work

Angus has authored books, including works focused on northern Ontario and mining. After leaving Parliament, he hosted MeidasCanada beginning in 2025.

Key facts

  • He represented Timmins—James Bay in the House of Commons from 2004 to 2025.
  • He was a member of the New Democratic Party.
  • He ran in the 2017 federal NDP leadership race and finished second.
  • He is also known as a journalist, author, broadcaster, and musician.
  • He hosted MeidasCanada starting in 2025.
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Canadian context

He is a long-serving federal politician from northern Ontario, and his work has been closely tied to Canadian Indigenous, northern, and resource-policy issues.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Charlie Angus?
Charlie Angus is a Canadian former MP, author, journalist, musician, and broadcaster who represented Timmins—James Bay for the NDP from 2004 to 2025.
What political party was Charlie Angus with?
He was a member of the New Democratic Party (NDP).
When was Charlie Angus born?
He was born on November 14, 1962.
What riding did Charlie Angus represent?
He represented Timmins—James Bay in Ontario.
Did Charlie Angus run for NDP leader?
Yes. He was a candidate in the 2017 federal NDP leadership election and finished second.
What is Charlie Angus known for outside politics?
He is known as an author, journalist, broadcaster, and musician.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charlie_Angus
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, career background, MP tenure, leadership bid, and post-politics media work.
  2. House of Commons of Canada — https://www.ourcommons.ca/Members/en/25470
    Supports: Confirms he is no longer a member of Parliament and identifies his constituency and party affiliation.
  3. House of Commons of Canada — https://www.ourcommons.ca/members/en/charlie-angus(25470)/roles
    Supports: Provides current and past parliamentary roles and dates of service.
  4. The Globe and Mail — https://www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/article-veteran-ndp-mp-charlie-angus-leaving-politics/
    Supports: Reports his retirement from federal politics, his long MP tenure, and his 2017 leadership run.
  5. National Observer — https://www.nationalobserver.com/u/charlie-angus
    Supports: Describes his work as an author, musician, and critic on northern and resource issues.