Jim Henderson (politician) facts for kids
Donald James Henderson (born August 7, 1940 – died May 2, 2020) was a Canadian politician. He was a member of the Ontario Liberal Party and served in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario from 1985 to 1995. He represented the areas known as Humber and Etobicoke—Humber.
Who Was Donald Henderson?
Donald James Henderson was born in Sudbury, Ontario. He was born in 1940. He later studied at several universities, including Johns Hopkins University, the University of Toronto, and the University of Western Ontario.
His Time in Politics
Donald Henderson became a politician in Ontario. He was a member of the Liberal Party. In 1985, he was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Ontario. This is like the provincial parliament for Ontario.
He served as a Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP). He represented two different areas during his time in office. These areas were called Humber and Etobicoke—Humber. He served in this role for ten years, from 1985 until 1995.
Later Life and Passing
Donald Henderson passed away in Toronto on May 2, 2020. He was 79 years old when he died. His death was caused by health problems from Parkinson's disease and COVID-19.
