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Jill Andrew
MPP
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| Critic, Women’s Social and Economic Opportunity, Culture, Heritage | |
| Assumed office July 13, 2022 |
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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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| Assumed office June 7, 2018 |
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| Preceded by | Eric Hoskins |
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| Political party | New Democratic |
| Domestic partner | Aisha Fairclough |
| Occupation | Educator |
Jill Andrew is a Canadian politician. She has been a Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) for Toronto—St. Paul's since June 7, 2018. She is a member of the Ontario New Democratic Party (NDP).
Learning and Education
Jill Andrew studied at Humber College. There, she earned a diploma for working with children and youth. She also has a Bachelor of Education (BEd) degree from York University. She earned a master’s degree from the University of Toronto in women and gender studies. Later, she completed her PhD at the York University Faculty of Education.
Jill Andrew's Political Journey
Jill Andrew became a politician in the 2018 provincial election. She ran as a candidate for the NDP in Toronto—St. Paul's. After winning, she became a Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP).
As an MPP, she works as a "critic" for culture and women's issues. This means she watches over these areas for her party. She is also part of the Ontario NDP Black caucus. This group includes other MPPs like Laura Mae Lindo, Faisal Hassan, Rima Berns-McGown, and Kevin Yarde. Jill Andrew made history as the first Black and openly queer person elected to the Ontario Legislature.
Important Laws and Roles
Jill Andrew has worked on several important topics. These include women's issues, culture, and heritage. She has helped pass new laws. One example is Bill 61. This law made the first week of February "Eating Disorders Awareness Week." Bill 61 became a law in December 2020.
As of August 2024, Jill Andrew is the Official Opposition critic. She focuses on Women's Social and Economic Opportunity. She also covers Culture and Heritage.
About Jill Andrew's Life
Jill Andrew is openly a member of the LGBTQ+ community. She shares her life with her partner, Aisha Fairclough. Aisha is a television producer and a consultant for diversity. Together, they are part of a group that owns Glad Day Bookshop. This is a special bookstore in Toronto's Church and Wellesley area. Jill Andrew also helped start a group called Body Confidence Canada.
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