LisaGretzky
Windsor West
Here for Windsor West
Representing Windsor West as your MPP since 2014, Lisa has fought for good-paying local jobs, affordable housing, and mental health services. A fierce advocate for keeping kids learning safely inside classrooms, good and reliable public transit and enhancing end–of–life care, Lisa was instrumental in removing wait times for OHIP–funded palliative care for Canadian residents who move or return to Ontario. Most recently, Lisa has created legislation that would enshrine rights of congregate care residents to have access to their designated essential and family caregivers. Lisa is a fighter with a proven track-record for Windsor West. She is the Official Opposition Critic for Mental Health and Addiction, and Poverty and Homelessness Reduction.
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NDP: Government emails tell a different story on Science Centre shut-down
QUEEN’S PARK — The Official Opposition New Democrats called attention to internal government emails that reveal the closure of the Ontario Science Centre was planned long before the last-minute announcement in June.
MPP Jennifer French, NDP Critic for Transportation, Infrastructure and Highways, asked the...
Ontario NDP MPPs stand in solidarity with the Ontario Coalition for Better Child Care
QUEEN’S PARK – Teresa Armstrong, NDP critic for Child Care, released the following statement for the Child Care Now’s National Day of Action, in solidarity with the Ontario Coalition for Better Child Care (OCBCC), Early Childhood Educators (ECEs), and families and advocates from across Ontario:
“Every...
NDP appoints David Miller to craft New Deal for municipalities
QUEEN’S PARK – Marit Stiles, Leader of the Ontario NDP, announced that former Mayor of Toronto, David Miller, will take on a new role as Special Advisor to the Leader on crafting a New Deal for municipalities.
“David is recognized across Ontario as a foremost advocate for local government,” said Stiles...
Gemma Grey-Hall nominated to be the Ontario NDP candidate in Windsor Tecumseh
WINDSOR - New Democrats in Windsor-Tecumseh came together to nominate local trailblazer, Gemma Grey-Hall, as the Ontario NDP candidate for the next provincial election.
“There is a legacy of strong, effective, NDP leadership here in Windsor, and I am so excited to join Marit Stiles and the Ontario NDP to...
Gélinas: Closing Consumption and Treatment Sites means more costs for cities
QUEEN’S PARK — This morning during question period MPP France Gélinas, Ontario NDP health critic, asked the Minister of Health why her Ministry is downloading her responsibilities to the municipalities.
“A person dies every 2.5 hours from the toxic drug supply in Ontario. Consumption and treatment sites...
MPP Jennie Stevens calls for Veteran Outreach and Homelessness Pilot Project
QUEEN’S PARK – MPP Jennie Stevens (St. Catharines) tabled a motion that would establish a Veteran Outreach and Homelessness Pilot Project to help veterans across Ontario secure affordable housing.
“Our province has a huge role to play in helping service members and veterans get the support they need to...
“No Time to Spare,” MPP Mamakwa calls for urgent government response to Netmizaaggamig Nishnaabeg’s State of Emergency
QUEEN’S PARK - NDP Deputy Leader and critic for Indigenous and Treaty Relations Sol Mamakwa stands with Netmizaaggamig Nishnaabeg First Nation in their advocacy to be serviced equitably in policing and in addressing the mental health crisis faced by the community.
“There is no time to spare when it comes to...
ONDP MPP Lise Vaugeois calls out premier’s neglect regarding First Nations safety
QUEEN’S PARK – MPP Lise Vaugeois (Thunder Bay – Superior North) called out the province’s total neglect of the Ginoogaming First Nation’s state of emergency.
“The Ginoogaming First Nation is in a state of emergency. The bridge that serves as the main point of access into their community can no...
NDP Labour Critic calls on Ford to end wage theft
QUEEN’S PARK - Jamie West (Sudbury), the Ontario NDP Labour critic called out the Conservative government for their failure to address wage theft in Ontario after reports show that workers across the province are owed $60 million on stolen wages.
“Like Ontarians across the province, New Democrats believe in...
Marit Stiles calls for a New Deal for municipalities
QUEEN’S PARK – Marit Stiles, Leader of the Ontario NDP, will give Ford the opportunity to say yes to a New Deal for Municipalities, putting the motion to a vote at Queen’s Park today.
“You deserve a government that makes your life easier and takes care of the basics,” said Stiles. “After 6 long...
Jennifer French nominated to be the Ontario NDP candidate in Oshawa
OSHAWA - New Democrats in Oshawa came together to again nominate incumbent Jennifer French to be the Ontario NDP candidate for the next provincial election.
“It is an honour to represent the people of Oshawa at Queen’s Park,” said French. “Our community deserves a government that is focused on the...
Faisal Hassan nominated to be the Ontario NDP candidate in York South - Weston
TORONTO - New Democrats in York South - Weston came together to nominate Faisal Hassan as the candidate for the next provincial election.
“I am excited to get to work for the people of York South - Weston,” said Hassan. “Over the past few years, our community’s voice has been left behind. Ford’s...
