Susan Leblanc

Susan Leblanc is a Canadian politician and actor who was elected to the Nova Scotia [House of Assembly] in the 2017 [Nova Scotia general election|2017 provincial election]. She was re-elected in 2021 and 2024. A member of the Nova Scotia [New Democratic Party], she represents the electoral district of Dartmouth North.
As of August 2025, Leblanc serves as the Official Opposition critic for Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage, Service Nova Scotia, Status of Women and Energy. Leblanc also serves as the New Democrat Caucus Chair.

Early life and education

Leblanc was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba but grew up in Prospect Bay, Nova Scotia. She graduated from University of King's College in 1998 with a bachelor of arts in theatre and acting.

Career

For 20 years, Leblanc was an actor on stage and film, most notably as one of the
leading members and the artistic director of the Zuppa Theatre Company. In her film career, she was also known as Susan Leblanc-Crawford.