Jill Andrew facts for kids
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Jill Andrew
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| Critic, Women’s Social and Economic Opportunity, Culture, Heritage | |
| In office July 13, 2022 – January 28, 2025 |
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| Leader | Marit Stiles |
| Critic, Culture and Women's Issues | |
| In office August 23, 2018 – June 2, 2022 |
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| Leader | Andrea Horwath |
| Member of the Ontario Provincial Parliament for Toronto—St. Paul's |
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| In office June 7, 2018 – January 28, 2025 |
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| Preceded by | Eric Hoskins |
| Succeeded by | Stephanie Smyth |
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| Political party | New Democratic |
| Domestic partner | Aisha Fairclough |
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| Occupation | Educator |
Jill Andrew is a Canadian politician. She represented the area of Toronto—St. Paul's in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario. She was a member of the Ontario New Democratic Party (NDP) from 2018 until 2025.
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Education and Learning
Jill Andrew has a strong background in education. She studied at Humber College. There, she earned a diploma for working with children and youth. She also has a Bachelor of Education degree from York University. In addition, she earned a master’s degree from the University of Toronto. Her master's focused on women and gender studies. She also holds a PhD from the York University Faculty of Education.
Political Journey
Becoming a Member of Provincial Parliament
Jill Andrew became a politician in 2018. She ran as a candidate for the NDP party. This was during the 2018 provincial election. She was elected as a Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP). An MPP is like a representative for a specific area in the province. She represented the riding of Toronto—St. Paul's.
Role in Government
As an MPP, Jill Andrew had important roles. She was the critic for culture and women's issues. A "critic" in politics means she was responsible for watching and commenting on government actions in those areas. She was also part of the Ontario NDP Black caucus. A caucus is a group of politicians who share a common background or interest. Jill Andrew made history as the first Black and openly gay person elected to the Ontario Legislature.
Laws and Achievements
Jill Andrew worked to pass several new laws. One important law she helped create was Bill 61. This bill made the first week of February "Eating Disorders Awareness Week." This law helps bring attention to eating disorders. Bill 61 became an official law in December 2020.
Recent Political Role
Until January 2025, Jill Andrew served as the Official Opposition critic. She focused on Women's Social and Economic Opportunity. She also worked on Culture and Heritage. In the 2025 Ontario general election, she was not re-elected. Stephanie Smyth from the Liberal party won the election in her riding.
Personal Life
Jill Andrew is also known for her community work. She is a co-founder of Body Confidence Canada. This group works to promote positive body image. Jill Andrew and her partner, Aisha Fairclough, are part of a group that owns Glad Day Bookshop. This is a community bookstore in Toronto. Aisha Fairclough is a television producer and diversity consultant.
