I pressed the Minister of Labour about his mass rejection of skilled trade ONIP applications — a decision that left workers and families in crisis despite doing everything right. It is unjust, it has shattered the trust these workers placed in our province, it is deeply

There doesn't seem to be a role too big or too small that the Conservatives won't fill with an insider. When the Conservative government chooses to fill the majority of seats on our councils, commissions, tribunals, and boards with inexperienced partisan appointees, they are

New accusations that the Ford government is appointing conservative donors to top jobs. The NDP is sounding alarms about a new appointee to the college of early childhood educators: a PC donor who, in committee, couldn’t explain the difference between an ECE and a teacher.

Join us on November 26 to support our motion. ‼️ You can read our full plan at https://t.co/T6YuE8WEjz. 📄 Together, we must end gender-based violence and secure economic security for women. ✊ w/ @MaritStiles

Ontario NDP MPPs Kristyn Wong-Tam (Toronto Centre), @AlexaNGilmour (Parkdale—High Park), and @LGretzky (Windsor West) have issued the following statement: "Last year, survivors, frontline advocates, community experts, and service providers gave important, courageous, and

WE HAVE 24 HOURS! Bill 33 is being debated right now in the house. Bill 33 replaces elected school trustees with government insiders and cuts vital student services. Call the Minister of Education: (905) 642-2588 and the Premier: (416) 325-1941 Tell them that you don't want

Today I am proud to unveil our Women in the Workforce Plan (Phase 1): Economic Security is Safety. A bold vision to confront Ontario’s gender-based violence epidemic and strengthen the supports women rely on. What we know: 🔴 Women’s economic insecurity increases the risk of

Ontario made a promise to these skilled trades workers and that promise was broken. After years of waiting, more than 2,600 people who built their lives, families, and futures here had their applications suddenly returned, without fairness or accountability. I’m calling on the

The PHP Riding Association and I were out this weekend by the Parkdale Library, talking to neighbours and gathering signatures for our petition to end Gender Based Violence. Next week, on November 25th, I’m bringing forward a motion to ensure women’s economic security, which

I was glad to meet the community-oriented business owners at the Bloor by the Park BIA AGM. From restaurants and cafés to art galleries, services, refugee centres, and creative enterprises, it is inspiring to see so many different kinds of businesses and organizations thriving

Ford's Government is not going to meet its commitment to $10/day child care. On November 25th, I’m bringing a Motion to ensure Women's Economic Security, which includes $10/day child care. Add your name to show your support for the Motion and tell the government we need action:

What a great night at the AGM of the Parkdale Neighbourhood Land Trust (PNLT) - celebrating their achievements and the incredible news that they have been selected by the City of Toronto to build a 16-storey building with 175 new rental homes and 23,000 sq. ft. of community space

Every November, Ontario recognizes Woman Abuse Prevention Month. On November 25th, I’m bringing a Motion to address the epidemic of Gender Based Violence. Add your name to show your support for the Motion and tell the government we need action: go to https://t.co/3bc7AXY1m3

This weekend, I joined the Friends of the Dundas Roncesvalles Peace Garden for their annual tulip planting to mark Remembrance Day. Together with neighbours, we planted tulip bulbs as a living tribute to those who served and to our shared hope for peace. Each tulip that blooms

Sign our petition calling on the Ontario government to take real action to end gender-based violence!📄 ✍️ Chronic underfunding of child care and community public services leaves survivors with few options. Women’s economic security is women’s safety. It’s time to invest in

Today, I attended three Remembrance Day ceremonies across our community, each offering a moment to honour those who served and sacrificed for peace. At the 7th annual Sunrise Service with the Royal Canadian Legion Maple Leaf/Swansea Branch 266/46, I was there representing

Toronto housing advocates warn Ford government’s Bill 60 will expedite homelessness

Thank you to Bill Sinclair and the whole TNG team for the invitation to celebrate TNG. TNG is an incredible community resource that provides housing assistance, employment services, childcare, and so much more. Everything they do grounded in an "anti-poverty framework" that puts

Ontario families need affordable child care that supports parents and values educators. Inadequate funding and poor implementation have left many without access, with enrolment for low-income families down 31% since 2019. The problem isn't the programs, its the inefficiencies and

I met with graduate students from the Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy at Queen’s Park who wanted to learn more about the Legislature and how they might better participate in the democratic process that is the right of every Ontarian. As students studying policy,