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Jul 24, 2026
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Former federal cabinet minister Elmer MacKay dies at 89
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Former federal cabinet minister Elmer MacKay dies at 89
Father of politician Peter MacKay previously served as a minister in Brian Mulroney's government
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By Josh Healey
Published Jul 24, 2026
Last updated 19 minutes ago
2 minute read
Former Central Nova MP Elmer MacKay at the site of a proposed natural gas plant on his land in Marshdale, Pictou County earlier this year. PHOTO BY AARON BEWSICK /The Chronicle…
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