Charlie Angus has been the Member of Parliament for Timmins-James Bay since 2004. He is the NDP's Critic for Natural Resources and Indigenous Youth. He has published 8 books on northern and resource issues including his most recent book Cobalt: Cradle of the Demon Metals/ Birthplace of a Mining Superpower. He is the lead singer of the band Grievous Angels. He has won multiple awards for his work in politics and social activism.